CAD
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) has become an essential tool in the UK jewellery trade, transforming how jewellers, designers, and manufacturers create, prototype, and produce intricate pieces with precision and efficiency. From custom commissions to large-scale production, CAD enables professionals to streamline workflows and meet evolving consumer demands. Jewellery Focus provides expert coverage on CAD innovations, software developments, and practical applications, helping trade professionals stay ahead of technological advances shaping the jewellery industry.
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Mar- 2025 -19 MarchFeatures
Poppy Elder on trends shaping the bespoke engagement market
Engagement ring sales have grown by 14% annually, driven by a resurgence in marriages that has reversed years of decline in the UK, according to a new analysis by online diamond retailer 77 Diamonds. Exclusive insights from 77 Diamonds suggest that this post-pandemic wedding surge has continued since 2022. As…
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Aug- 2024 -1 AugustDesigners
Jessica Flinn unveils Tea and Two Sugars pendant
Jessica Flinn has announced the launch of the Tea and Two Sugars Pendant crafted in celebration of National Yorkshire Day. The pendant is expertly crafted from the finest nine-carat recycled white, yellow, or rose gold, shaped into a tea cup and saucer. At its centre is a gemstone representing your…
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Jun- 2024 -19 JuneTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths’ Centre announces business catalyst grant recipients
The Goldsmiths’ Centre has announced the five emerging jewellery and silversmithing businesses which have received the first round of business catalyst (small) grants in 2024. The five businesses which will receive £1000 each are; Scarlett Cohen French, Ozlem Gunes, Megan Brown, Emma Wilson and Alice Fry. The recipients were chosen…
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Apr- 2024 -15 AprilDesigners
BAJ hosts Graff for collaborative exhibition
The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) community and representatives from luxury jewellery house Graff, came together to host the BAJ X Graff Fine Jewellery Project. According to BAJ, the exhibition and awards evening marked an important collaboration between industry and education, highlighting the shared commitment to “nurturing aspiring creatives on…
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Dec- 2023 -4 DecemberRetailers
Jessica Flinn launches new Christmas Chocolate collection
Sheffield-based fine jewellery brand Jessica Flinn has launched its new Christmas Chocolate collection inspired by Yorkshire chocolate company Quality Street. Katie Hurst, a Jessica Flinn team member, once lived on a street in Sheffield where residents annually decorate their houses to resemble Quality Street chocolates for charity during Christmas. Quality…
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Jun- 2023 -27 JuneFeatures
Jessica Flinn on changes, challenges and trends in the jewellery industry
Can you tell me about yourself and the history of Jessica Flinn? I started Jessica Flinn Designers Limited straight out of university in 2010, so it has been 13 years now, which is absolutely bonkers. I initially started out making stainless steel and silver jewellery, and I would sell it…
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Apr- 2023 -27 AprilDesigners
Jessica Flinn launches re-imagined royal coronation rings
Wedding and engagement specialist Jessica Flinn has launched a line of re-imagined versions of royal engagement rings. The rings included are the rings of Camilla Parker Bowles, Eugenie, Meghan, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton, and Queen Elizabeth. All rings are made to order with a selection of stones to choose…
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Mar- 2023 -8 MarchTrade Organisations
British Academy of Jewellery partners with Cooksongold
The British Academy of Jewellery (BAJ) has announced that it has partnered with Cooksongold to provide industry experience for BAJ students. Cooksongold offers a groundbreaking 3D print and cast service for precious metal jewellery and as part of the partnership, Cooksongold will 3D print a number of winning student jewellery…
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Jan- 2023 -4 JanuaryFeatures
L&S Jewellery: A do-it-all workshop for jewellery retailers
L&S Jewellery has created a team of highly skilled craftsmen, allowing it to offer a complete jewellery service to its clients. It offers bespoke rings, CAD design, repairs and full refurbishing jobs. With over 150 years of combined experience in the jewellery trade, its CAD designers are perfecting the most…
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Dec- 2022 -23 DecemberTrade Organisations
NAJ approved as end point assessment organisation
The National Association of Jewellers has announced that it has been approved as an End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO). As a result of this the NAJ can now formally assess apprentices who have completed their Level 3 Jewellery, Silversmithing and Allied Trades. As an approved EPAO, the NAJ must ensure…
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