Journal

Solid 18ct gold pendant showing thickness and balance in fine jewellery

Gold Weight in Fine Jewellery: Why Balance Matters

When people speak about solid gold jewellery, they often focus on colour or carat. Far less attention is given to weight - yet weight is what determines how a piece... Read more...

How I Select Freshwater Pearls for My Handmade Jewellery

On Selecting Freshwater Pearls When I design pearl jewellery, the first decision isn’t the gold - it’s the pearl. Freshwater pearls vary enormously. Some appear flat under light, others hold... Read more...

Pieces Chosen Over Time

Jewellery as a Marker of Time Jewellery has always been used to mark something. Not only the obvious moments - anniversaries, birthdays, milestones that arrive with dates attached - but... Read more...

How To Build A Jewellery Collection

Choosing in your own time - and why handmade pieces don’t stay forever Most jewellery collections aren’t built all at once. They grow slowly, over time - often without a... Read more...

Lab Grown vs Natural Diamonds

There are a few things to consider when choosing between a lab grown or natural diamond. Here I write about, what I believe to be, the most important elements in... Read more...

Why I Became A Goldsmith

For the past 20 years have been honing and perfecting my skills and craft. I thought I would share my journey into goldsmithing and where it led me. Read on... Read more...

3 Ways to Style Your Diamond Horizon Ring

The Diamond Horizon ring is stackable, versatile and can be brought into your own jewellery collection and worn in a number of ways for many years to come. With... Read more...

How to Care for Solid Gold and Pearl Jewellery

Solid gold jewellery is designed for daily wear. With regular care and occasional cleaning, it will retain its finish, structure and brilliance for decades. Most pieces do not require constant... Read more...

The Symbolic Meaning of Emeralds in Jewellery

Emeralds have been used in jewellery for thousands of years and have been prized for their exquisite beauty and their symbolic significance. In this blog post, I'll explore the symbolic... Read more...

Spring Edits: Refreshing Your Jewellery Collection for the Season

Spring is the perfect time to give your jewellery collection a refresh. With the warmer weather and brighter days ahead, it's the perfect opportunity to reorganise and declutter your collection and make room for new pieces. In this blog post, I'll cover a few tips to help you with your spring edits. I'll show you how cleaning your jewellery, editing your pieces, and choosing different coloured gemstones can give your jewellery collection a whole new look. Cleaning Your Handmade Jewellery Over time, your jewellery can accumulate dirt, oil, and grime... Read more...

Embracing Quiet Luxury: What is Quiet Luxury and Why It's a Perfect Match for Art Deco Elegance

In a world filled with extravagant displays and loud expressions of wealth, there's a growing movement that challenges the conventional notions of luxury. There is now a growing appreciation for... Read more...

The Symbolic Meaning of Handmade Ruby Jewellery

Beyond their visual allure, rubies carry profound symbolic meaning that transcends cultures and time. In this blog post, I delve into the symbolic significance of rubies, exploring the powerful emotions... Read more...