Working with precious metals is an exciting and rewarding process, but it can also be daunting if you’re just starting out. One of the most step is choosing the right tools. With so many options available, understanding what’s essential and what’s optional can save you both time and money. Here’s a guide to help you […]
Have you ever wondered “what can aluminium be used for?” For a breakdown guide on the uses of aluminium and how aluminium was discovered, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out more about what aluminium is made of and how anodised aluminium jewellery could be a new addition to your jewellery making […]
If you’re exploring new materials for your designs, gold-filled jewellery is a fantastic choice. Whether you’re new to it or unsure how it compares to solid gold or gold plated options, you’re not alone—many jewellery makers find the term “gold filled” unfamiliar or even intimidating at first. That’s exactly why we’ve created this guide: to […]
If you are wondering what Mokume-Gane is or how it is made, we’ve got you covered with this guide all about the historic prosses behind the beautiful technique. The History of Mokume-Gane Mokume-Gane is a decorative metal working technique, originating from 17th century Japan, when it was used to decorate samurai swords. The term translates to […]
Enamel is essentially powdered glass, which is fused to metal using extreme heat to create decoration. It has been used in varying forms for thousands of years to embellish jewellery and decorative objects, and some of the earliest examples date from around 1400 BC. There are a number of different jewellery enamelling techniques, which all […]
In this post I will be showing you a simple little trick on how to use pearls in your jewellery! From elegant drop pearl earrings, to rings, brooches, anything you can think of. You could also use this trick in beaded jewellery as well as precious metal! If you’ve wanted to use pearls before, but […]
A ‘How To’ guide by guest blogger Lydia Niziblian. A lady came to me with an antique heart-shaped amethyst that had been cut by a relative who was an amateur faceter. It was very unevenly cut, but of great sentimental value. It needed a handmade setting, and I thought a double gallery setting would be […]
Nothing says ‘Glamour’ like a pair of drop earring. Unlike their safer, more sensible counterpart, the stud, long drops are made to be noticed! If the fashion press are to be believed, drop earrings, specifically the ‘chandelier’ style, go in and out of fashion on a regular basis. What can be more elegant than a […]
Silver beads have been prized for centuries for their elegance and ability to compliment almost any other combination of decoration. But there is a clear difference between silver and sterling silver. Beads are commonly made from Sterling silver which is a silver alloy made up of 7.5% copper, 92.5% silver. Pure silver is designated as […]