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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Nov- 2013 -15 NovemberDesigners
Astley Clarke launches ‘Beyond Fine’ jewellery website
Luxury jewellery brand Astley Clarke has announced the launch of Beyond Fine, a new fine jewellery website. The site was conceived to showcase the company’s finest jewellery collections in a “luxurious setting”. “[The site] takes users on a journey beyond ordinary conventions and uncovers a place filled with the finest…
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Jul- 2013 -18 JulyVoice On The Highstreet
Voice On The Highstreet: Judith Hart of Judith Hart Jewellers, Derby
Can you please tell us a little bit about the history of Judith Hart Jewellers? Judith Hart Jewellers was established in 1980 in the Eagle Centre, Derby. At the time I was in my early 20s and set the business up with a loan guaranteed by my parents. I was…
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Jun- 2013 -21 JuneEvents
Goldsmiths’ Centre scoops architecture accolade
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named the Goldsmiths’ Centre, Clerkenwell, as one of the best designed workplaces in the east London region as part of its 2013 awards.
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Apr- 2013 -2 AprilTrade Organisations
Holts Academy of Jewellery launches nationwide apprenticeship scheme
Holts Academy of Jewellery has announced the launch of its exclusive National Apprenticeship Programme.
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Mar- 2013 -28 MarchTrade Organisations
Goldsmiths’ Centre launches its master class series
The Goldsmiths’ Centre recently launched its series of technical master classes for trade professionals with a session focusing on optical diamond setting.
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19 MarchCurrent Affairs
Retailers beat green targets
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has launched a progress report that reveals retailers have surpassed a range of targets set to reduce their environmental impact.
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15 MarchDesigners
Gem-A awards scholarships to emerging talents
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has awarded two scholarships to entrants of the Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship & Design Awards 2013.
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Feb- 2013 -19 FebruaryEconomy
Retail business running costs up £20bn since 2006
A British Retail Consortium (BRC) commissioned study by Oxford Economics has revealed that retailers’ operating costs have increased by a fifth since 2006.
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Jan- 2013 -3 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
CIBJO president praised by NAG for CSR statement
CIBJO president Gaetano Cavalieri’s recent statement outlining the organisation’s doctrine for corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been praised by the National Association of Goldsmiths (NAG).
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Dec- 2012 -10 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Largest ever 3.15 carat coloured diamond set to be auctioned
A rare 3.15 carat circular-cut coloured diamond is set to be auctioned in New York and is expected to raise between £435,000 and £750,000.
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