At Cooksongold, we can understand that new jewellery makers may get very confused when visiting our website! From our endless range of jewellery tools, to bullion, chain and more, how do you know where to begin? We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our […]
As we enter autumn, we see some of the same trends continue, as well as some exciting new crazes. What are the key autumn 2023 jewellery trends? Touches of Individuality Personalised pieces are maintaining relevance in autumn 2023 jewellery trends after their summer popularity, especially letter charms. Whether it is a charm to commemorate a […]
A man with decades of experience and an endless stream of talent, Richard Talman has used his skill to create some incredible pieces for hundreds of people. His talent has led to the creation of pieces that are truly timeless and utterly jaw dropping but it doesn’t end there as his most recent stint on […]
It is always a great idea to take steps to make sustainable jewellery. Here are 5 easy ways to be more eco-friendly at your workbench: 1. Use recycled metals As jewellers work so closely with metal, there are many opportunities for you to use recycled metals. For example, our fully stocked gold and silver bullion […]
I’m the business founder and tutor at The JQ Set, a modern jewellery school set in an inspiring and spacious community workshop in the heart of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter. I would describe my work as: Structured modular jewellery, relating to my engineering background. My first jewellery related memory is when I attended a part-time […]
A signet ring is a timeless accessory emblazoned with a unique crest or mark. They are typically used to mark soft wax or clay to stamp a document. They started out as markers of wealth and authority reserved only for royalty and nobility, but how did they become the popular accessory that they are today? […]
Natasha Lyon aka Lyon and Feather, specialises in timeless yet personal electroformed jewellery. We spoke to Natasha to find out more about her jewellery making journey, why she favours this type of jewellery maker and more. Scroll on below to learn just that, as well as whether she prefers tea or coffee. Tell us a […]
As an industry leader in man-made stones, Preciosa provide cubic zirconia and a range of other gems that are exclusively cut from synthetic crystals of the highest quality but who are Preciosa and what do we know about this brand? Let us take you through the history of the brand that has revolutionised man-made gemstones. […]
If, like us, you loved watching the first series of All That Glitters then you would have seen the judge, Solange Azagury-Partridge. We sat down with the jewellery designer, to find out more about her and her journey that led her to become a judge on the show
Marisa Mahakashi won our Design of the Month Competition back in February 2020. We liked the way she used different finishes, textures and processes used, as well as the use of different metals and gemstones. We wanted to know more about her, what inspires her, what drove her to jewellery making and more. Tell us […]
Rachel Bailey aka Pixie Made won our Design of the Month Competition back in August 2020. We liked the way she used nature and her use of gemstones in her creations. We wanted to know more about her, what inspires her, what drove her to jewellery making and more. Tell us a bit about yourself […]
If, like us, you loved watching the first series of All That Glitters then you would have seen the judge, Shaun Leane. We sat down with the incredibly talented Shaun Leane, to find out more about him and his journey to becoming a renowned jewellery designer… Were you always destined to be a jewellery designer? […]
Andreea won our Design of the Month Competition back in July 2020. We liked the way she used nature in her silver jewellery and wanted to know more about her, what inspires her, what drove her to jewellery making and more. Tell us a bit about yourself – your background, education and training in jewellery […]