Anyone looking at diamond jewellery online quickly uncovers a minefield of different terms – Natural Diamonds, Lab Diamonds, Moissanites… what on Earth is the difference between them!? Lab diamonds and Moissanite cost much less than natural diamonds, but there must be a catch – what are the downsides? In this article, you will learn the pros and cons of each … Read More
A Special Proposal
Read all about the super romantic and thoughtful touches within Dan’s engagement ring design for Chloe, and a special gift for her daughter.
How to Choose the Right Jewellery Designer
So, you have decided to go the bespoke route for your jewellery project. This could be because the perfect piece does not exist on the high street, or you want to incorporate some sentimental metal or gemstones into a handmade piece. Or you simply want a high-quality, completely unique piece with a story and a journey. With this in mind, … Read More
How to choose your wedding ring (for men)
Nine times out ten, when meeting a man who is in the planning stage of his wedding ring, there is a sense of trepidation about him. This is completely understandable as the vast majority of men have not worn a ring before, making it feel like alien territory. ‘Hard sale’ experiences on the high street can leave you feeling confused, … Read More
Five Reasons to go Bespoke
Making a purchase of fine jewellery is rarely for pure adornment. It could mark a special birthday or anniversary, celebrate a landmark moment, represent a loved one, or be for a proposal! Jewellery really means something to its owners – it is not just about its material value. The most common route is to explore jewellery shops on the high street … Read More
Katie’s Water Inspired Engagement Ring
Adam hand carved an engagement ring out of wood to propose to Katie on their favourite beach. Their love of water and nature was represented in the swirling form of the ring, and they wanted to capture this movement within her forever ring too. Katie and Adam asked me to design their full set of wedding jewellery. We started with … Read More
Caity’s Mixed Metal Engagement ring
Our dear friend Ryan gave me the huge honour of designing and making Caity’s engagement ring. She had shared images of engagement rings she liked with him in the hope he’d get the hint. These were very useful as a starting point for Ryan and I to work on a unique design made especially for her. It was clear from … Read More
Recycled Diamond Engagement Ring
It is becoming increasingly common for couples to look more closely into the ethical credentials of their jewellery. Going the bespoke route can make people feel more comfortable about the provenience of their jewellery as there is often a strong relationship between an independent jeweller and their suppliers of metal and gemstones. One ethical route that some of the customers … Read More
Sarah’s Leaf inspired Bespoke Engagement Ring
Yesterday, I got to give the lovely Sarah her bespoke engagement ring – it’s my favourite part of the design process when I get to see the delight and joy of a client when they are handed their dream ring! Sarah’s fiancé Lee popped the question six months ago on the beach with a gorgeous engagement ring charm for her … Read More