From the Jeweller’s Bench

Welcome to the bench. This is where we spill the (ethically-sourced) tea on all things jewellery-related. Pull up a stool.

Sustainable Jewellery: What is 'Vegan-Friendly' jewellery?

What is Vegan-Friendly jewellery?

If you want to avoid animal cruelty when purchasing jewellery, you'll need to take a closer look at not only what the jewellery is made from but how it was...

What is Vegan-Friendly jewellery?

If you want to avoid animal cruelty when purchasing jewellery, you'll need to take a closer look at not only what the jewellery is made from but how it was...

What is 'Reycled Gold'?

What is Recycled Gold?

With an increasing focus on sustainability, brands are making all sorts of claims about their products to make them appear a more eco-friendly choice. It's happening in the jewellery industry...

What is Recycled Gold?

With an increasing focus on sustainability, brands are making all sorts of claims about their products to make them appear a more eco-friendly choice. It's happening in the jewellery industry...

Tips for supporting small businesses

How to Support Small Businesses

There's a lot of power in where we choose to spend our money. One small purchase can make a big difference. When you buy from an independent business, you're buying...

How to Support Small Businesses

There's a lot of power in where we choose to spend our money. One small purchase can make a big difference. When you buy from an independent business, you're buying...

Zero Markups Jewellery

What's "Zero Markups"?

“Zero markups” has become a popular buzzword, but what does it mean and why does it matter? A markup is the ratio between the cost of goods or services and...

What's "Zero Markups"?

“Zero markups” has become a popular buzzword, but what does it mean and why does it matter? A markup is the ratio between the cost of goods or services and...