Setting
Settings are a critical element of jewellery design, influencing both aesthetics and functionality. For UK jewellers, designers, and manufacturers, mastering setting techniques and understanding emerging trends is key to creating pieces that resonate with consumers. Jewellery Focus explores the world of jewellery settings, from traditional methods to innovations in CAD and 3D printing, as well as insights into consumer preferences and production challenges. Our coverage helps trade professionals stay ahead in design and craftsmanship.
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Dec- 2017 -14 DecemberManufacturers
Alrosa certified by Responsible Jewellery Council
Russian diamond producer Alrosa has become a certified member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) following an audit of its mining and business practices. The RJC is an international not-for-profit standards-setting and certification organisation which promotes a responsible worldwide supply chain and promotes trust in the global fine jewellery and…
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Nov- 2017 -16 NovemberDesigners
Domino retailers opt for a colourful Christmas
Domino Jewellery has reported strong sales for right-hand rings incorporating fashionable coloured stones and creative alloy options. Marketing co-ordinator Chantelle Serrell-Cooke says the brand has seen its retailers become “more adventurous” with the alloy combination selections, choosing a mixture of white and coloured metal. Many are also opting to purchase…
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15 NovemberCrime
Fake Pandora sites scam shoppers with 70% discount offers
Customers are being warned of a number of fake Pandora websites popping up which are claiming to give up to 70% discounts off the jewellery brand. A ‘Pandora Scam Sites‘ Facebook page has been set up to alert others after shoppers complained that they were being scammed out of hundreds…
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10 NovemberDesigners
Jewlr launches first luxury jewellery collection
Online tech jewellery brand Jewlr has released its first luxury line named the ‘One and Only Signature Collection’, consisting of six customisable engagement ring styles. Each ring is custom made and tailored to the customers’ taste. Every aspect of the ‘One & Only’ ring is selected by the customer. By…
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7 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Ray Bushell of Euro-Cast loses battle with cancer
Ray Bushell, well-known entrepreneur who founded Euro-Cast in Carver Street, sadly passed away aged 76 after a six month battle with cancer. Euro-Cast (Birmingham) was one of Europe’s leading casting companies and was established 45 years ago. Bushell began his career in the jewellery trade shortly after leaving school at…
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Oct- 2017 -16 OctoberDesigners
Deakin and Francis to open first flagship store
After 230 years on the manufacturing side, designing and making cufflinks and accessories, Birmingham stalwart Deakin & Francis is set to unveil its very first flagship store on 1 November. Based at the Piccadilly Arcade in London the store will be filled with a range of cufflinks, jewellery and luxury…
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6 OctoberDesigners
Second winner of Goldsmiths’ New Design Award named
London-based jeweller Sonia Cheadle has won the Goldsmiths’ Fair 2017 Best New Design Award (week two) for her Four Seasons Brooches comprising Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. The series combines precious metals, diamonds and steel. The series depicts and imitates the 365-day cycle of trees and how they dress and…
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Sep- 2017 -18 SeptemberDesigners
‘First eco-friendly jewellery store’ opens in Cleethorpes
Eco-friendly Salt & Silver Jewellery has opened its first store in the Lincolnshire seaside town of Cleethorpes. Setting up as an online brand three and a half years ago, the demand for the silver jewellery led to the owner deciding to open a physical store. Founder and owner, Katie Rudd…
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6 SeptemberDesigners
Goldsmiths’ Centre reveals Setting Out participants
The Goldsmiths’ Centre has revealed the eight jewellery designer makers who will be taking part in this year’s incubation course, Setting Out. All participating startups will benefit from central London-based studio space and a year of intensive business, design and product development training, aiming to help them to transition from…
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Aug- 2017 -17 AugustCurrent Affairs
Social media engagement posts are ‘cringe-worthy’, F Hinds finds
UK couples who are publicising their engagements to the world via social media are ruining their big announcement with poor-quality photographs and post captions, according to new research by F Hinds. Some 56% of UK engagement posts on social media are unpopular amongst followers, tarnishing the engagement announcement and making…
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