How to help York jewellery design win a top award
York jewellery designer, Hannah Weston, is in the running for a prestigious national award, The Muddy Stiletto's Award for Best Women's Style for Yorkshire.
Hannah has made it to the shortlist of five with voting open only until April 15l. The regional winner will join other finalists at the national awards.
The Muddy Stiletto's Awards are the most coveted awards for independent lifestyle businesses in the UK, running across 35 counties.
Run with positivity, and a sense of fun, the Muddy Awards reach over 11 million people and offer the opportunity for customers and friends to say a massive THANK YOU to their favourite local businesses.
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Hannah said: "This is such a lovely award and I'm absolutely delighted to be shortlisted for Yorkshire. Jewellery is very much about making people feel and look their best, so to be nominated for the Best Women's Style award for Yorkshire is perfect.'
To vote for Hannah and view other shortlist entries, visit Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025 | Muddy Stilettos
See Hannah's work at www.hannahweston.com
For more information on the awards, visit Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025 | Muddy Stilettos
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