Handcrafted
The handcrafted jewellery sector remains a vital part of the UK’s jewellery industry, blending traditional techniques with modern design to create unique pieces that appeal to discerning customers. For independent jewellers, designers, and retailers, handcrafted collections offer a point of differentiation in an increasingly competitive market, while wholesalers and suppliers play a crucial role in supporting this niche with quality materials and tools.
Jewellery Focus provides comprehensive coverage of the handcrafted jewellery space, including news on artisan makers, emerging trends in handmade design, and insights into consumer demand for bespoke, sustainable, and locally produced pieces. Our reporting also explores business opportunities and challenges for professionals involved in this sector—whether navigating supply chain complexities, responding to regulatory changes, or capitalising on market shifts that favour craftsmanship and authenticity.
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Oct- 2019 -17 OctoberProduct Launches
JewelStreet to launch Covent Garden pop-up
Online marketplace for independent handcrafted jewellery, JewelStreet, is to launch a jewellery pop-up shop in Covent Garden, London, to celebrate International Jewellery Designer Day from 19 October to 21 October. The pop-up will feature handcrafted jewellery from 30 independent designers, live demonstrations of jewellery making will also be taking place…
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Sep- 2019 -5 SeptemberProduct Launches
Okapi launches its first fine jewellery collection
African luxury lifestyle brand, Okapi, is launching The Karoo Collection, their first fine jewellery line, this September. The new collection uses the brand’s signature Springbok horn, an African talismanic charm believed to bring good luck to those who wear it, as the foundation for the range. Okapi’s evolution into jewellery…
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Aug- 2019 -20 AugustDesigners
Isabella Liu to release new ‘nature’ inspired collection
Jeweller Isabella Liu is set to release the Butterfly Lovers line of jewellery, which draws its inspiration from nature. The collection also takes inspiration from the legend of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, the ‘Chinese Romeo and Juliet’. The lovers’ spirits, portayed in the form of a pair of butterflies,…
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9 AugustE-Commerce
Ruby & Oscar celebrates bumper year of trade
Online jewellery store Ruby and Oscar is celebrating a bumper year of trade as it marks its first birthday this August with £1m in turnover. The north east-based company, which specialise in handcrafted gemstone jewellery, saw profit from within its first month of trade thanks to its strong online presence…
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Jul- 2019 -19 JulyEvents
Jewelstreet to host interactive jewellery pop-up shop in July
Jewelstreet, the online marketplace for independent jewellery, is hosting a unique one-week pop-up shop at Westgate Oxford from Monday July 22 to Sunday July 28, 2019. The event will feature handcrafted rings, necklaces, earrings and more from 28 of the world’s leading independent designers, including Alison Fern Jewellery, Allumer and…
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5 JulyAnalysis
How can the luxury watch industry survive?
The Swiss watch industry has dominated ever since the 1800s when farmers began assembling handcrafted mechanical watches during harsh winter months. Today Swiss watches are synonymous with luxury and prestige. But can the Swiss watchmaking industry survive? Technology Millions of consumers are investing in the convenience of having a mini-computer…
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Jun- 2019 -6 JuneDesigners
Lizzy James to launch in the UK
US jewellery brand Lizzy James will launch in the UK this summer. Michelle and Amy Joseph, who own the jewellers, will be launching the brand at Tendence Frankfurt, Pure, Top Drawer, Aix Index and Harrogate Fashion week. The brand was founded in San Diego, California, in 2011, and its collection…
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May- 2019 -21 MayProduct Launches
Bea Jareno Jewellery celebrates 15 years of Afiok collection
Bea Jareno Jewellery is set to celebrate 15 years of its Afiok collection by holding a special showcase event. Between the 27 and 30 June, the company will be taking part in the Handmade in Oxford show at the Waterperry House, with a special private viewing on the Thursday evening.…
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15 MayRetailers
Ora Pearls launches new store in Chelsea
Ora Pearls has opened its first store in Chelsea located at 304A Fulham Road, London. The “elegant store” design and interiors have been created to reflect the brand’s identity as a fashion-focused modern approach to pearls. Ora Pearls was founded by pearl expert and designer, Bibi Southwell. Southwell personally selects…
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Mar- 2019 -8 MarchDesigners
Bea Jareno Jewellery to launch new collection at Chelsea fair
Bea Jareno Jewellery has announced that it will be exhibiting its new collection, ‘Plethora’, at the Chelsea exhibition, Desire Fair. The London-based jewellery brand said it is “incredibly proud” of its new collection, which is inspired by the “underwater world and the richness of the sea”. The collection features fairtrade…
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