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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Nov- 2022 -28 NovemberRetailers
Goldsmith Mark Lloyd unveils new collaborative limited edition brand
Goldsmith Mark Lloyd and nail artist Kirsty Meakin have launched a limited edition jewellery brand: “Kirsty Meakin X Mark Lloyd”. Hand-made in Mark Lloyd’s UK based workshop using 925 solid sterling silver on a 925 silver classic 18” curb chain, laser inscribed with Kirsty’s unique skull logo on the front…
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10 NovemberRetailers
John Lewis launches exclusive collections with Bright Young Gems
John Lewis and Partners has announced the launch of a further new collaboration with Bright Young Gems, with two recent winning designers debuting their first demi-fine collections. Zeng’s debut John Lewis Collection, The Smile, is a collection of five intricately crafted pieces in 9ct gold with natural freshwater pearls which…
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1 NovemberDesigners
Graff unveils Butterfly and Wildflower motif designs
Graff has unveiled new Butterfly and Wildflower motif designs, featuring designs in yellow and rose gold. For the Butterfly motif, the collection traces the butterfly’s angled spreadwing shape in 18 carat yellow and rose gold. Upon the largest of the two gold pendants, the wings are outlined in pavé diamonds.…
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Oct- 2022 -20 OctoberRetailers
Bradley’s Jewellers expands Fabergé Yorkshire Rose collection
Bradley’s Jewellers York has added new designs to its Yorkshire Rose collection in collaboration with Fabergé, and the jeweller plans to continue developing the collection alongside its own-brand Yorkshire Rose bridal and fine jewellery offering. Its latest addition, the Fabergé Yorkshire Rose Egg Charm is crafted from 18k gold and…
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Aug- 2022 -23 AugustDesigners
Amanda Coleman unveils new birthstone locket
British jewellery designer, Amanda Coleman, has unveiled her latest release, a handcrafted solid sterling silver, birthstone flower locket. Each one features an ethically sourced, precious gemstone centred around the birthstone of each month. Amanda Coleman is a Lincoln-based jewellery designer. Dangling from a delicate silver chain, each flower is made…
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9 AugustProduct Launches
Bernhard H. Mayer unveils nature-inspired jewellery
Qnet’s luxury jewellery brand, Bernhard H. Mayer, has announced new nature-inspired jewellery pieces for its Classics, Elemental and Timeless Tanzanite collections. New pieces to the Classics Collection include Autumn earrings and an Autumn Pendant, featuring precious diamonds and handcrafted 18K gold leaf drops in a pattern inspired by seasonal transformation.…
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1 AugustRetailers
Amanda Coleman launches new tournamaline collection
Amanda Coleman has unveiled a new one-of-a-kind tourmaline jewellery collection. Each piece is created around one-off, individual, ethically sourced tourmaline gemstones. Every piece is handmade to fit each individual stone. The pink, green or blue gemstones are set in place by 22ct gold vermeil or sterling silver handcrafted leaves. Designer…
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Jun- 2022 -23 JuneRetailers
Laings unveils diamond and sapphire necklet for charity
Laings has unveiled a 2ct carat diamond and sapphire necklet created to help raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart’s charity, Race Against Dementia. The one-off piece features over 100 diamonds and two blue sapphires – which represent the Saltire. It was crafted to pay homage to Stewart’s prestige as a…
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Apr- 2022 -29 AprilRetailers
Loveness Lee launches aftercare programme
Independent jewellery brand Loveness Lee has launched its new AfterCare Program, a complimentary service which repairs customers’ Loveness Lee jewellery to keep materials out of landfill. As the next step in the jewellers’ sustainability journey, the AfterCare Program will see Loveness Lee’s jewellers bring the brand’s pieces “back to life…
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7 AprilDesigners
York jewellery designer Kay Bradley unveils Farbergé partnership
Jeweller Kay Bradley has unveiled the Fabergé Yorkshire Rose Egg Surprise Locket, designed in collaboration with the iconic jewellery house, at a showcase event to launch Fabergé’s arrival at her York store. York hosted a gala at Castle Howard to reveal the Fabergé 18k gold Yorkshire Rose egg pendant and…
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