We know that starting your jewellery making journey can be overwhelming which is why, as a part of our how to make jewellery hub we want to share some of our best advice and tips on what we think you need to know when learning to make jewellery. 1. Choose the type of jewellery you want to […]
Jewellery maker Dunja Puača designs a variety of antique-looking pieces, that envisage elegance yet show her inspiration of the sea. View some of her work, read about where she gets her inspiration from and more in this Designer of the Month interview. Let us know a bit about yourself, detailing your background, study and training […]
By Jo Varney Polishing and Finishing for Jewellers and Silversmiths – 999 A190 This is a quiet and unassuming paperback book which could go unnoticed quite easily if you weren’t looking out for it. It isn’t flashy or attention grabbing and contains no unnecessary, lengthy descriptions where they are not needed. Instead, this little book […]
Are you just starting out with basic jewellery making techniques and want to get your questions answered? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve broken down the answers to some of our most commonly asked questions about jewellery making for beginners. In our YouTube video, professional jeweller Janet Royle answers five common questions about jewellery […]
Creating or buying wedding jewellery for bridesmaids can be a tricky business. Regardless of the scale of a wedding, if there are bridesmaids then there will undoubtedly be different ages, sizes, styles and personalities to consider when choosing bridal party jewellery and outfits – so if you’re trying to achieve a uniform look, this can […]
The inspiration for Isobel’s pieces comes from nature, with many of her finished designs being made from silver and gold. We spoke to Isobel to learn more about her work in the following interview, so read on to discover the pieces she is particularly proud of, the tool she couldn’t live without and her advice […]
Are you new to making your own findings? Or just haven’t had the time to make your own necklace and bracelet clasps? If you’re looking to expand on your jewellery making skills and would like to start with findings, learning how to make a wire wrapped clasp is a great place to start. Use our […]
Are you a metalsmith in the making? If you’ll soon be working at a jeweller’s bench to train as a professional jeweller, there’s no doubt that a large part of your time will be spent creating different types of engagement ring styles. We’ve rounded up 11 different types of engagement ring styles to help you […]
Jewellery maker Anca gave up her career in engineering to start her own jewellery business, and now makes a wide range of pieces by using traditional techniques as well as crocheting. Learn more about her unique jewellery designs by reading about her work in this interview… Let us know a bit about yourself, detailing your […]
By Jo Varney Mother’s Day is nearly here (it falls on Sunday 11th March this year), and a quick browse of the internet brings forth a huge array of gift suggestions for mums young and not so young! Amongst the inevitable chocolates and flowers, personalised accessories are right up there as one of the most […]
Love it or loathe it, Valentine’s Day is looming once again and the shops are festooned with images of hearts in every configuration you can possibly imagine. This got me thinking about the heart itself as an image and a design icon, and how it has evolved over time to remain current. So, with that […]
Jewellery designer Maria Savva uses her background in printmaking to influence her work, and likes to use a mixture of patterns and texture when making her pieces. Read the following Designer of the Month interview to learn more about Maria, her jewellery designs and more. Let us know a bit about yourself, detailing your background, […]
By Jo Varney As we welcome in the New Year, we also welcome a new colour of the year for 2018, which happily for me is purple, or Ultra Violet to give it its official name. I say ‘happily’ for me as purple has been a constant presence in my life since my teenage years, […]