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Could my gold have been worn in ancient Egypt?
How old is the gold we wear and what stories might it tell us if it could talk?
Unique Ways to Redesign Inherited Jewellery
Explore creative ideas for transforming inherited jewellery into new, one-of-a-kind pieces.
How to Choose Ethical Gems for Custom Jewellery
Discover how to choose ethical gemstones for custom jewellery, from provenance and traceability to treatments, gem reports and responsibly sourced stones.
Is it Time to Upgrade your Engagement Ring?
Engagement rings are often chosen at a specific moment in time. They represent eternal love, but the style reflects who you were …
Jewellery for Arthritis: Clever Designs Making Life Easier
As a jewellery designer, I’m I see a lot of ladies with arthritic knuckles. Here are some jewellery solutions.
What to do with old wedding and engagement rings
As a jewellery designer, I’m sometimes asked about what can be done with old wedding and engagement rings.
The Process of Jewellery Redesigning with your heirlooms
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the process of redesigning and creating one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces
Ethical Jewellery Part Two - Ethical Gemstones
Ethics is a big subject! So here’s my understanding of ethics in the world of coloured gemstones.
Ethical Jewellery Part One - Precious metals
Here’s my understanding of ethics in the world of precious metals for jewellery
What is the lovely blue gemstone Aquamarine?
Aquamarine It is most famous for its breathtaking sea-blue colours.
Lab-created Diamonds and Lab Diamond Jewellery
Find out about lab-diamonds and what I think of them!
What is the lovely colourful gemstone Spinel?
Find out more about this beautiful and hardwearing stone which comes in many colours.
The Top Trends in Coloured Gemstone Jewellery for 2024
Stay on top of the latest trends in coloured gemstone jewellery for 2024.
What are sublime greeen Tsavorite Garnets?
Learn about this vivid and brilliant green gemstone.
She said Yes! 🥳 💍 - my first engagement ring
To say it's been tough keeping this exciting news under wraps is a mahoosive understatement!
Can Tanzanite gemstones be worn every day?
Learn about wearing Tanzanite and how to look after it.
Celebrating The World Fair Trade Day 2023
If you haven’t already heard of it, I thought I’d use World Fair Trade Day to introduce you to Fair Trade Gold
Discover The Royal Coronation Crown and Jewels
King Charles III will wear the St Edward's Crown when he is officially declared King at his Coronation this weekend. Lets find out about the royal jewellery that will be used at the Coronation.