Handcrafted
The handcrafted jewellery sector remains a vital part of the UKโs 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 sectorโwhether navigating supply chain complexities, responding to regulatory changes, or capitalising on market shifts that favour craftsmanship and authenticity.
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Aug- 2017 -8 AugustDesigners
Bijou Bijou launches in the UK
Bijou Bijou, the Greek fashion jewellery brand, has officially landed in the UK with the aim of taking a piece of the ยฃ600m fashion and costume jewellery market. The company stocks over 1,000 individual pieces of jewellery, from bracelets, rings and necklaces through to body chains and anklets. It handcrafts…
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4 AugustDesigners
Deakin and Francis release โfunโ dancing monkey cufflinks
British designers and manufacturers Deakin and Francis have released a collection of dancing monkey cufflinks based on the companyโs different team members. The are five pairs of monkeys in the range, and each pair has its own characteristics. Henry – based on the companyโs managing director, these monkeys are described…
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May- 2017 -26 MayE-Commerce
Amazon offers handmade jewellery with new wedding shop
Amazon has added to its online offerings by launching a new bridal section in its handmade shop. The Handmade Wedding Shop will be offering jewellery, decorations, gifts and invitations amongst others. Customers are offered free two-day delivery with Prime-eligible handmade products. Katie Harnetiaux, head of marketing for Handmade at Amazon…
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Sep- 2016 -22 SeptemberE-Commerce
Amazon launches marketplace for handcrafted artisanal products
Amazon has announced the launch of โHandmade at Amazonโ in the UK, a new marketplace featuring thousands of handcrafted products from artisan designers. Handmade at Amazon will feature more than 30,000 products handcrafted by some 1,000 artisans across 10 categories, including jewellery, home decor, artwork, kitchen, dining and furniture, with…
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May- 2016 -9 MayCurrent Affairs
Leicester jewellers creates ยฃ225,000 Premier League trophy ring
Leicester-based Lumbers Jewellers has created a one-of-a-kind Premier League trophy ring, following the shock title triumph from underdogs Leicester City. The handcrafted ring – featuring a brilliant-cut diamond in excess of 5.01-carats and certificated as G colour and VS clarity – has been designed to represent the Premier League trophy.…
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Apr- 2016 -7 AprilUncategorized
VOHS: Becky Rowe Jewellery
Name: Becky Rowe Jewellery Location: St Martin, Guernsey, Channel Islands Years established: September 2011 Number of staff: Five Website: www.beckyrowejewellery.com When was Becky Rowe Jewellery founded? In February 2011, my brother Sam and I went to The Munich Jewellery Show. It was then that we realised the combination of my…
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May- 2015 -7 MayWatch Focus
IWC enters wearable tech market with new device
IWC Schaffhausen has announced the launch of a new device which will allow wearers to track their activity and connect to other devices. IWC Connect is a small circular device that can be attached to the straps of the brandโs mechanical sports watches, allowing them to track their activity and…
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Feb- 2015 -24 FebruaryEvents
Tresor Paris collaborates with Ong-Oaj Pariam at London Fashion Week
Tresor Paris has appeared at the London Fashion Week in collaboration with fashion designer Ong-Oaj Pairam.ย Kicking off London Fashion Week on Tuesday February 19 at the Grand Connaught Rooms Covent Garden, Pairam launched his Autumn/Winter collection 2015 featuring โbold and luxuriousโ prints. Pairamโs menโs wear collection of jackets with…
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Dec- 2014 -2 DecemberProduct Launches
Gemfields partners with Mary Fisher to create โ100 Good Deeds braceletโ
Gemfields, the coloured gemstone provider, yesterday announced the launch of its 100 Good Deeds Bracelet, scheduled to coincide with World AIDS day.ย Designed in collaboration with activist and designer Mary Fisher, and promoted in an advertising campaign featuring Mila Kunis, the bracelet is handcrafted by women in Zambia and features…
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Nov- 2014 -28 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall visit Birminghamโs Jewellery Quarter
HRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall made a visit to Birminghamโs Jewellery Quarter after being invited by the group tasked with its regeneration.ย The visit, organised by the Jewellery Quarter Development Trust (JQDT), saw the royal couple welcomed to Birmingham City Universityโs School of Jewellery where…
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