In a world where we can buy almost anything with a few clicks, it’s easy to forget the value of shopping locally and supporting independent businesses. The convenience of online giants and chain stores can be tempting, but when you choose to shop small, you're making a big difference.

When we talk about "recycled" gold or silver, we’re referring to metal that’s been reclaimed from existing sources. It could be old jewellery, industrial products, or even tech gadgets. Rather than letting these items gather dust or end up in landfills, they’re melted down and re-refined to be used again.

First things first, let’s clear up what permanent jewellery actually is. We’re talking about pieces—usually bracelets, anklets, or necklaces—that are welded or clasped onto you, meaning there’s no traditional clasp to take them on and off.

Emeralds have captivated humanity for centuries with their mesmerising green hues and mystical allure. These gemstones, part of the beryl family, are treasured not only for their beauty but also for their rarity and historical significance.

When it comes to jewellery, the debate between gold and silver is timeless. Both metals have their own unique charm and appeal, but which one looks better? Let's dive into the pros and cons of each to help you decide which one suits your style best. 

So, you've got some beautiful silver jewellery and want to keep it looking shiny and new. Whether it's a cherished heirloom or a beautiful new piece, silver jewellery needs a bit of TLC to maintain its lustre.

Brothel tokens, known as "spintriae" in Latin, were small bronze or brass tokens used in ancient Rome to facilitate transactions in brothels. These tokens typically depicted erotic or explicit imagery on one side and had a numerical value on the other.

I have no idea how that happened! Well, I do, the shop has been busy and become more established and we hit our one year anniversary on November 19th 2023! Its been an experience, I am getting to grips with social media and marketing.

We did it! The first workshop was absolutely ace and everyone left with a gorgeous silver ring that they designed and made themselves. It was hard to work out how long everything might take and I was a little worried about teaching for the first time but it was guidance more than anything and the workshop ran 3.5 hours start to end.

The shop has been open for 2 months now and the first workshop is running on 26th February which is hugely exciting

we made it..the shop is open and looking gorgeous