Ring rash as it is often called, is often a form of dermatitis, which leaves the finger itchy and red. While there are believed to be a number of causes, it is often difficult to pin point the exact reason this occurs. Which no doubt causes a lot of anxiety with the women that encounter […]
READ MOREPlatinum and White Gold Diamond Rings – Pros and Cons
Platinum has long had a great allure. Whether you should choose a platinum or white gold diamond engagement ring is often an important decision most couples come across when looking for their dream diamond ring. Platinum Benefits There are a few things you need to know before deciding whether platinum is the right choice for you. […]
READ MORERedesigning Rings
Redesigning rings can be one of the most rewarding experiences to undergo with a client. One of the things I love about the jewellery business is that gold and gemstones never go off. Gold can be melted down, reused, reshaped and remoulded. Gemstones can be rearranged and added to give pieces of jewellery a new lease on […]
READ MOREMother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is a special day around the world, where we acknowledge the importance and significance of our mothers. Let’s face it, without mothers none of us would be here. While Mother’s Day has traditionally been a flowers, dinner, chocolates and card event, why not surprise the mother in your life with something a little […]
READ MOREJewellery Insurance – 5 Things You Must Have
Having insufficient or inadequate jewellery insurance, is something most people only learn about when they need to make a claim. Apart from the many different policies out there, there are few things that you should try to have for each jewellery item, to make sure you replace the item that was lost. 1. A full […]
READ MOREWedding Tips, What You Need To Do The Week Of The Wedding
While the last week before your wedding can be quite hectic. There are a few important things that are important to add to your must do list to make sure your wedding goes off without a hitch. 1. Book your engagement ring in to be polished and/or rhodium plated the week of your wedding. If […]
READ MORE3 Tips For Making Your Rhodium Plating Last longer
Rhodium plating is one of the key things of interest for anyone who wears white gold. Often when i find a client whose rhodium plating has worn out within a year, it is because of a few factors. Which if you can help to reduce or eliminate, will prolong the life of your rhodium plating, and keep the […]
READ MORE5 Tips for Cleaning Your Diamonds at Home
Cleaning your diamonds at home doesn’t need to be an expensive exercise. While ultrasonic cleaners can make the job of cleaning your diamonds easier, you don’t need to spend a lot of money on expensive solutions. Below are 5 tips on cleaning your diamond and how you can keep your diamond looking sparkly whether you are at home […]
READ MOREHandmade Jewellery – A Lost Art?
Handmade jewellery has been around for thousands of years. However there has been an emerging trend over the last few years to import from China and India, mass produced jewellery instead of handmade jewellery made locally. This is due to the favourable exchange rate and to the fact that wages and expenses are lower in […]
READ MOREKeeping the Jewellery Business in the Family – A Second Generation Story
The Past As a young child, I remember going into my father’s jewellery business, sitting at his bench, picking up his files and playing with his magnifying glass. I still remember how big everything seemed, and the rustic smell is still one that I think of fondly. As I grew older, I would often help […]
READ MOREWedding Rings – Traditional or Diamond Set?
Ten years ago, the traditional wedding rings for a bride and groom were plain white or yellow gold bands. To have a diamond band was considered something extravagant or indulgent. However these days the trend has reversed completely, with only 1 in every 40 brides or grooms choosing a traditional band. For the ladies, the […]
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