A Story About Work by Nature

Hello! I'm Fiona Yanyi Tsang, the founder and hand-crafter behind Work by Nature, now based in London. Established in 2017, my brand is a manifestation of my deep admiration for the natural world and its artistry.

I started the development of the Work by Nature brand basically because of the pressure of work in Hong Kong. I worked too hard to maintain the excellence. I lost all of my energy in sitting inside the indoor space and working with my computers. I felt desperate and didn't understand how can I get out of that loop.

So, I quit my job.

I don't know what should I do. So I decided to have a trip to Kyoto, Japan and have a visit to the temples and gardens. Without any meditations or prayers, I became calm and relaxed. All of the anxiety, hesitations, desperation, etc.... are gone. That was a Zen moment. A moment when a person, a living creature, re-connected with the natural world.

That was the start of Work by Nature.

I draw inspiration from the ever-changing seasons, to capture nature's beauty, and hope it can provide a self-care moment just by admiring the beauties of nature. I believe my jewellery pieces will make everyone capable of embracing the artistry of nature and then carrying the Zen mind anywhere & everywhere.

However, after dedicating the entire year of 2017 to developing the brand in Hong Kong, I realized that relying solely on handmade crafts was not a sustainable livelihood. Despite receiving positive feedback from both customers and myself, I made the difficult decision to step away from the handmade market. As my career progressed, I reflected on the societal norms and values in Hong Kong and discovered that my passion for crafting was not widely shared.

For a time, I found myself unable to even look at my past creations. The reason underneath is too simple - I don't know why I needed to give up something that I really love.

Time flew, and I eventually relocated to the UK. This change presented an opportunity for me to rekindle my passion for handcrafting. The touch and sensitivity I felt while creating had not diminished over the course of six years. I reassessed my products and embarked on a fresh start. Listening to the whispers of nature, I rewrote my creative journey. It was time for a revolution. Handcrafting would no longer be a mere business endeavor or a pursuit of targets; instead, it became my sanctuary for sharing positive emotions, building connections, and nurturing the beauty of nature.

I am here to commit that every single creation is drawn from the inspiration of the ever-changing seasons. Every piece is a testament to the captivating beauty found in the wonders of the natural world. They manifest my deep admiration for nature's artistry. I hope that everyone who carries these jewelry can carry a Zen-mind in anywhere & everywhere.

See my collections :)