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Part Time Showroom & RTW Sales Assistant, Sophie Breitmeyer - London W11 1JH

Part Time Showroom & RTW Sales Assistant Sophie Breitmeyer 36 Elizabeth Street, London About Sophie Breitmeyer Contract: Permanent, part-time (20 hours per week minimum) Sophie Breitmeyer is a modern-family jeweller with a passion for creating bespoke, one-of-a-kind pieces as future heirlooms, reworking inherited jewellery, and designing exquisite ready-to-wear collections for both special occasions and everyday wear. To join our small, highly skilled team we are looking for an engaging and friendly colleague to support our RTW Sales & Showroom Manager on a part-time basis. You will be someone who has a passion for and an established understanding of jewellery and

Client Relationship & Sales Executive - London

💎 Client Relationship & Sales Executive Location: Belgravia, London Full-Time | Competitive Salary, Commission and Bonuses An Exceptional Opportunity We are one of Britain's most distinguished fine jewellery houses, and we are seeking a confident, personable and commercially driven Client Relationship & Sales Executive to join our team in Belgravia. Celebrated for our distinctive designs, exceptional craftsmanship and individuality, we have established an international reputation and a loyal clientele. We are looking for an individual with a natural talent for building relationships, a proactive approach to developing new business and the confidence to turn meaningful client connections into sales. Previous experience

Production Assistant, DBC -Oldbury, Birmingham

Production Assistant Design Build Cast Birmingham (DBC Birmingham) Oldbury, Birmingham Build a Business. Shape a Team. Create a Centre of Excellence. Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full time, permanent Design Build Cast is a specialist precious metal casting company serving the UK jewellery trade. Our reputation has been built on quality, technical expertise and customer service, producing castings in gold, platinum and other precious metals for jewellers and brands throughout the UK. Alongside our established London operation, we are expanding our production capability through our new facility in Oldbury, Birmingham. The role We are looking for a Production

Sales Consultant, Temprell Jewellers - Nottingham

Sales Consultant Temprell Jewellers Nottingham About the Role Temprell is looking for a full time Sales Consultant with jewellery retail experience to join our team and support every stage of the bespoke jewellery process. *Jewellery retail experience is essential. About Us Temprell Jewellers is an independent, family run jewellery retailer and workshop based in Nottingham, known for its bespoke design, manufacture and retail of fine jewellery including engagement rings, wedding bands, eternity rings and other precious pieces, all crafted with a focus on quality and personal service. It also offers services such as repairs, valuations, resizing and aftercare, blending traditional

Office Assistant, CR Gems - Hatton Garden, London

Office Assistant CR Gems Hatton Garden, London CR Gems are coloured gemstone specialist dealers with offices in London, Birmingham and New York. We are currently recruiting for a full time Office Assistant in our Hatton Garden, London office for our gemstone company. Experience in gemstones would be ideal but not essential. The right candidate should be computer literate, good communicator and willing to learn. The position is for 5 days per week including the occasional Saturday. USA travel to New York office would be required, as well as assistance with trade exhibitions. Please contact us for further information or to

Workshop Assistant / CAD Designer, E.C. One - Clerkenwell, London

The Role Workshop Assistant / CAD Designer 3- 4 days a week E.C. One Clerkenwell, London E.C. One is the award winning jewellers based in Clerkenwell, London who are renowned for offering both designer and precious fine jewellery. Voted as ‘The Most Inspiring Jewellers in the UK’ as well as ‘Best for Fashion’ , and ‘Best Boutique Jewellers’ . We are currently looking for a Workshop Assistant/ CAD Designer to join our happy team. About the Workshop Assistant / CAD Designer Role EC One’s workshop creates bespoke work for our clients as well as producing in-house collections for our store. The busy

Workshop Assistant / CAD Designer, E.C. One - Clerkenwell, London

Fine Jewellery Sales Consultant, Queensmith - London

Fine Jewellery Sales Consultant Queensmith Birmingham About This Opportunity Why Queensmith? At Queensmith, we understand that our greatest asset is our exceptional team. As a Sales Consultant , you play a pivotal role in shaping the customer journey and delivering an outstanding jewellery-buying experience. You bring warmth, confidence, and expertise to every interaction, guiding customers through one of the most meaningful purchases they'll ever make. You blend product knowledge with emotional intelligence, helping clients navigate designs, materials, and bespoke options with clarity and ease. Working closely with colleagues across Sales, Operations, and Production, you ensure every stage of the experience

Production Assistant & Customer Services Administrator, AURUM + GREY - London

Production Assistant & Customer Services Administrator Aurum + Grey Marylebone, London W1 AURUM + GREY is a London-based personalised fine jewellery brand, creating meaningful pieces by hand in our central London atelier. We are looking for an organised, proactive and detail-focused Production Assistant & Customer Services Administrator to support our team. This is a varied split role and offers an opportunity to gain exposure to the full order cycle within the business. The Role You will play an important part in ensuring orders move smoothly from purchase through to production, quality control and dispatch, while also delivering the warm, thoughtful

Studio Assistant, Julia Lloyd George - Earls Court, London

Studio Assistant Julia Lloyd George Earls Court, London Julia Lloyd George is a fine jewellery designer and maker with over forty years of experience at the forefront of the industry. We are looking for a part time Studio Assistant to join our small team at JLG. You will play an instrumental role in the day-to-day running of the studio and showroom, as well as supporting the brand’s online presence and the design of bespoke pieces. We are looking for someone friendly, adaptable and exceptionally detail-oriented who would enjoy a role that combines design and tech skills with the practical day-to-day

PRESS RELEASE: Retail sales, Great Britain: January 2026 - ONS

Retail sales rose in the three months to January 2026, according to our first estimate. The quantity of goods bought (volume) in retail sales is estimated to have risen by 0.1% in the three months to January 2026, compared with the three months to October 2025. The rise was because of better automotive fuel sales over the three months to January 2026, and a good start to the year for non-food stores, which was only partly offset by falls in supermarkets. Retail sales volumes are estimated to have risen by 1.8% in January 2026, following a rise of 0.4% in

Appointment: Andrew Mills - New National Sales Manager at Hockley Mint

Birmingham fine and bridal jewellery manufacturer Hockley Mint has appointed Andrew Mills as National Sales Manager. Andrew will start with Hockley Mint on 30 April 2018 and will be responsible for all the company’s sales, client relationships and new business. Andrew joined the jewellery industry in 1995 as a sales executive at bridal manufacturer Brown & Newirth. In 2006 he and his wife, an award-winning jewellery designer, bought a small jewellery wholesale business, which she still runs today. He then moved to CW Sellors as wholesale sales manager before joining Hot Diamonds, in 2014, where he joined as Brand Manager

Administrative Assistant in 3D Printing Department, JewelCast - Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham

Administrative Assistant in 3D Printing Department JewelCast Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Precision work. Full training provided. Jewellery experience not essential. Salary: Competitive depending on experience Deadline: 1 December 2026 JewelCast is primarily a casting company specialising in high quality precious metal castings. In addition to this we offer an exciting range of in-house CAD design, 3D printing and mould cutting services. We have recently moved into a beautifully restored building in the heart of Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter, and the new site features modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment in each department. About the role This position is primarily administrative. It involves

Executive Assistant / Operations Coordinator, CR Gems - Hatton Garden, London

Executive Assistant / Operations Coordinator CR Gems UK / New York About Us CR Gems, an award winning, established international coloured gemstone supplier, is looking for a commercially minded Customer Growth & Marketing Executive to support our continued growth in the UK and USA. About the Role This is predominantly a marketing role - which will work towards the growth and expansion of the company. A caried role covering general marketing, data analytics, customer engagement, digital and direct marketing, content creation, trade shows and campaigns. We are looking for someone creative and commercially aware who can identify opportunities, develop ideas

Fine Jewellery Retail Assistant, Anabela Chan - Sloane Street, London

Fine Jewellery Retail Assistant Anabela Chan Sloane Street, London SW1 About the Company Founded in London in 2013, Anabela Chan is the first fine jewellery brand in the world to champion Laboratory Grown & Created Gemstones with high jewellery designs, artisanal craftsmanship and a focus on sustainable innovations. Jeweller to The Stars, our creations are worn and loved globally by collectors and superstars alike, from Beyonce, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, J. Lo to Taylor Swift and members of the Royal Families. With no advertising and strictly discovered through word of mouth, our unique jewels are presented at some of the most

Part Time Social Media & Marketing Assistant, E.C. One - Clerkenwell, London

The Role Part Time Social Media & Marketing Assistant, E.C One the Jewellers (4 Days a week) E.C. One is the award winning jewellers based in Clerkenwell, London who are renowned for offering both designer and precious fine jewellery. Voted as ‘The Most Inspiring Jewellers in the UK’ as well as ‘Best for Fashion’ , and ‘Best Boutique Jewellers’ . We are currently looking for a Part Time Social Media & Marketing Assistant to join our happy team. The Role The ideal candidate will work closely with our Website Manager to create engaging content for the company's social media presence. This

Appointment: Anchorcert Appoints Steve Hamon as New Sales Director

AnchorCert Group, including Assay Office Birmingham, is pleased to confirm that it has appointed new Sales Director, Steve Hamon. Steve has more than 17 years’ experience as a senior sales and business development professional, including more than 4 years’ leading the UK and Eire Product Division for global testing laboratory Intertek and more than 5 years’ managing the BSI (British Standards Institution) Engineering, Testing and Kitemark divisions. Steve was officially appointed in December 2017 and has been working closely with the senior management and executive team to understand the complexities of the jewellery industry, as well as familiarise himself with

Full / Part Time Sales Consultant, Anthony Paul Jewellery Windsor

The role Full / Part Time Sales Consultant Anthony Paul Jewellery Cross Store - Windsor | Maidenhead | Henley | Marlow Are you a people person with a passion for jewellery? Do you understand the emotion behind a jewellery sale? Would you like to work for one of the Thames Valley’s leading jewellers? We’ve got the job for you. About us Anthony Paul Jewellery is an award-winning, family-run business with four boutiques across the Thames Valley. We specialise in handmade, bespoke, vintage and second-hand jewellery, as well as offering a comprehensive in-house repair and valuation service. We’re on the lookout

Appointment: South Coast Watch Business Appoint Guy Allen as Head of National Sales

South Coast watch business Elliot Brown has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Guy Allen as Head of National Sales. Allen brings 35 years of industry experience to his new role with the Poole-based watch brand. For the past eight years Allen was the UK distributor for French brand Pequignet. Prior to that he owned a retail watch and jewellery business and ran a distribution business in the United States. During this time Allen was Sales and Marketing Director of both Avia and Burberry and became the first UK distributor for Skagen. Co-founder of Elliot Brown, Ian Elliot, saif of

PRESS RELEASE: Richemont Maintained Strong Momentum With Sales Up 11% At Constant Rates For Its Third Quarter Ended 31 December 2025

Highlights for the quarter ended 31 December 2025 Very solid calendar year end with Group Q3 sales of € 6.4 billion, up by 11% at constant exchange rates against demanding double-digit comparatives in prior-year period; Q3 sales up by 4% at actual rates Continued strength at Jewellery Maisons, with sales up by 14% at constant rates; further improvement at Specialist Watchmakers, up by 7%; stable ‘ Other’ sales, with Fashion & Accessories Maisons up by 3% Growth across all regions at constant exchange rates, with notable double-digit performances in the Americas, Japan and Middle East & Africa Solid growth across all

PRESS RELEASE: Richemont delivers solid results for the six-month period ended 30 September 2025 with strong sales momentum in Q2

Richemont’s Chairman’s commentary from the Richemont FY26 - Interim Results announcement. Group highlights Group sales at € 10.6 billion with 10% growth at constant rates (+5% actual); Q2 acceleration to +14% Growth in operating profit to € 2.4 billion underpinned by strong sales contribution and continued cost discipline, mitigating the impact of macroeconomic headwinds on gross margin in the first half Robust financial position supporting persistent focus on nurturing Maisons’ long-term growth prospects Financial highlights Continued strength at Jewellery Maisons throughout H1; growth across all business areas in Q2 at constant rates All regions up by double-digits in Q2 at constant rates,

PRESS RELEASE: Platinum Jewellery Sales Sustained Growth in Key Markets in Q2 2025

Platinum benefits from record gold prices as product conversion from white gold continues. The global platinum jewellery market saw growth across key regions in Q2 2025, according to the latest Platinum Jewellery Business Review . Consumers in key markets are finding greater value in platinum as gold prices continue to reach new highs, and retailers are increasingly turning to platinum. Platinum Guild International (PGI)’s CEO, Tim, stated, “Despite economic headwinds, platinum jewellery demonstrates enduring value and resilience, and we are committed to supporting our partners in major markets through collaborations and focused promotions to reinforce platinum’s unique appeal with consumers seeking quality and

Jewellery Jobs, Retail Jobs, Design Jobs, Sales Jobs, Marketing Jobs & Internships

Jewellery Jobs, Careers and Recruitment Benchpeg offers the best range of jewellery jobs in the jewellery industry for your career. Find and apply for the latest jewellery jobs and careers on benchpeg.com Benchpeg’s jewellery recruitment listings cover all areas of jobs in the jewellery trade and jewellery making jobs to make it the No. 1 resource for jewellery jobs in the UK. About benchpeg.com/jobs The jewellery jobs listed on benchpeg.com/jobs provide opportunities for career moves in all types of jobs in the jewellery industry. From creative and jewelery design roles, to craft and jewellery manufacturing jobs, to head office, management

PRESS RELEASE: Wolf Is Delighted To Announce The Appointment Of Adam Fried As Global Client Development Director

Adam is a third-generation jewellery industry veteran with deep roots in New York’s renowned Diamond District. He brings unparalleled experience from both the vendor and retail sides of the business. Adam served as a Global Trainer at Hearts On Fire, where he educated teams around the world on diamond expertise and luxury sales. On the retail side, he excelled as the Director of Corporate Training at Hyde Park, where he led training initiatives that elevated sales performance and product knowledge across the organisation. This experience across both B2B and B2C has developed Adam’s exceptionally well-rounded perspective on product education, sales

PRESS RELEASE: Wolf Is Delighted To Announce The Appointment Of Adam Fried As Global Client Development Director

Retail Manager, Stephen Einhorn - Islington, London

Retail Manager Stephen Einhorn Islington, London We are looking for a Retail Manager to join our team in Central London. Ideally with a background in Bespoke, with a knowledge of metals and stones. The right candidate is someone who has an in-depth understanding of luxury, with strong sales experience and excellent people skills. What we do is very unique, therefore we are looking for someone who can work in a small team which covers both front and back of house duties, as our workshop is on-site. Key Requirements strong luxury sales background, preferably familiar with bespoke excellent people skills strong

Christie’s Luxury Week Geneva: Magnificent Jewels and A Connoisseur’s Collection

Christie’s Luxury Week Geneva: Magnificent Jewels and A Connoisseur’s Collection Date: Thursday 5 to Tuesday 10 November 2026 (live auctions 8–10 November; online sales run until 17 and 18 November) Venue: Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, 33 Quai des Bergues, 1201 Geneva, Switzerland Christie’s brings its jewellery, watch and motor car auctions together for a week of sales in Geneva, led by The Bulgari Pink, a 24-carat Fancy Intense Pink diamond set in a 1950s Bulgari ring. The Bulgari Pink headlines the Magnificent Jewels auction on 10 November. The diamond was bought in India in the 1950s and has stayed

Appointment: Ruth Johnson promoted to General Manager of Gecko

WB The Creative Jewellery Group have announced changes to its Gecko leadership team, with current Head of Sales and Operations, Ruth Johnson promoted to the role of General Manager for the leading fine fashion jewellery wholesaler. Ruth has worked at Gecko for more than 14 years, joining the team in 2003 as Customer Services Manager. Ruth’s diligence, passion and incredible work ethic have been cited as key reasons for her rapid promotion to Operations Manager in less than three years. Ruth’s advanced negotiation and leadership skills were further recognised in 2016, when she was promoted to Head of Sales and

Appointment: James Rice as new Houlden Director

Luxury jewellery consortium, the Houlden Group, have announced the appointment of James Rice as the latest Director to join the board. Currently Sales & Marketing Director of Hull based Hugh Rice, a luxury family-run jeweller founded in 1965 which has since expanded from Hull and Beverley, throughout Yorkshire and into the North East, James’s irrefutable heritage and knowledge of the modern-day workings of a successful retail jewellery empire makes him an invaluable asset to the Houlden board. While attending university in Lancaster, James worked in-store at Hugh Rice, covering roles in Procurement, Stock Replenishment and Sales Tracking. He joined the

Summer School Classes for Intermediate Makers: Alloys with Yeena Yoon : 12-14 August

Summer School Classes for Intermediate Makers Press Forming with Angela Cork : 5-7 August Alloys with Yeena Yoon : 12-14 August Anticlastic Raising & Forming with Rauni Higson : 19-21 August Enamelling with Heather Larson : 26-28 August Extend your skills, grow your commercial offer, and spark your creativity in a supportive community of like-minded Makers. Limited to just six attendees, led by a Master Silversmith and with a full-time assistant, you will receive in-depth 121 and group tutoring customised to your needs. Commencing with expert demonstrations and one-to-one guidance, you will have full access to Bishospland’s workshops, tools &

Summer School Classes for Intermediate Makers: Alloys with Yeena Yoon : 12-14 August

Summer School Classes for Intermediate Makers: Anticlastic Raising & Forming with Rauni Higson

Summer School Classes for Intermediate Makers: Enamelling with Heather Larson

Sarah Salmon

Meet Benchpeg's Trends Editor. She makes up part of the team that bring the Benchpeg website, newsletter and social media feeds to our lovely readers, subscribers and followers Sarah Salmon Trends Editor Sarah has a natural flair for creativity and design, and is our trends and blog guru. She manages Benchpeg's weekly trends and fashion content . Her full time job is as a Digital Marketing Executive in the Educational Sector. Previously she worked as the Editorial and Digital Assistant at Gem-A , where she worked on Gem-A's Gems & Jewellery and The Journal of Gemmology publications as well as on

Advertise with Benchpeg

Benchpeg is probably the widest read UK jewellery trade website and newsletter. Established over 18 years ago, Benchpeg is written by jewellers, for jewellers; bringing together industry jobs, opportunities, news and classifieds in one place. We have a number of services to trade and industry we offer, gained from 25 years + in the sector. Request our advertising Rate Card here Recruitment, Talent Aquisition & CV Writing Services With an unrivalled industry network, spanning all areas of industry from Head Office, Design and Studio based personnel, retail sales staff to skilled crafts people at the bench in the workshop –

Ethical Gem Fair at FORGE - London

Ethical Gem Fair at FORGE (London) On Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd September, the next UK Ethical Gem Fair will take place at FORGE in London. Nineteen48, Fair Trade Gemstones and Gemstones Brazil will be at FORGE for this trade-only, gemstone sales event. Don't miss the opportunity to see their latest stock and take advantage of some special deals that are only available at the fair. There will be a huge range of fully traceable and responsibly sourced gemstones from Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Australia, Brazil and other carefully selected sources. If you would like to attend, please register using the

Sarah Hutchison creates new pre-loved market for contemporary handmade jewellery

Sarah Hutchison creates new pre-loved market for contemporary handmade jewellery with SH Chance to Sparkle using Insta. Sarah Hutchison’s career as a well known silversmith and jeweller pivoted 12 years ago when she opened her own contemporary jewellery gallery in Edinburgh's Morningside. The stylish boutique come gallery showcases the work of over 40 different makers and has a loyal following of clientele. Sarah uses the shop to also sell her own work, she launched a new collection in the Spring, and very recently added a thriving ecommerce website to the mix to facilate sales and spread the gallery’s reach further than

Open letter to industry - fume and dust extraction measures are often inadequate

Paul Riddick, Technical Sales Director at VODEX Ltd, has written an open letter to the jewellery industry to highlight the legal requirements and responsibilities of providing and working in a clean and safe environment. To whom it may concern, Jewellery-making is a profession rife with workplace dangers that staff and artisans need to be protected against. Unfortunately, fume and dust extraction measures are often inadequate, posing a risk to health. Legal Requirements and Responsibilities In the UK, jewellery business employers must comply with The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and the COSHH Regulations 2002 (as amended) which mandate risk

Jewellery Production Lead, Queensmith - London

Jewellery Production Lead Queensmith Birmingham On-site | Manufacturing | Full time Why Queensmith? At Queensmith, we understand that our greatest asset is our exceptional team. As the Production Lead, you are central to overseeing the production of all items designed and made in-house. This is a hands-on senior role involving close collaboration with the Head of Production and other department Heads, ensuring effective communication between the sales, workshop, and marketing teams. You will maintain the team's coordination and productivity by maintaining a clear overview of the department as a whole, ensuring the timely, cost-effective completion of work that upholds Queensmith's

PRESS RELEASE: Fei Liu Turns Art into Impact: ‘The Kiss of Angel’ Earrings Raise $4,864 for Boys & Girls Club of Malibu

Fei Liu Fine Jewellery is proud to announce the successful auction of the “Kiss of An Angel” earrings, which sold for US$4,864 at Bonhams. The custom 18ct gold, rainbow moonstone, and diamond earrings were created by internationally acclaimed designer Fei Liu as a tribute to resilience and renewal following the devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles. Proceeds from the sale are donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu, supporting youth and community recovery initiatives. The earrings — featured by Bonhams as part of their California Jewels sales — captured the attention of collectors for their ethereal craftsmanship

Appointment: Geena Tok leaves Nike to head up Pandora China business

Pandora has recruited Geena Tok from Nike to head its business in China, where the Danish company has been challenged by a rise in sales on the grey market. Pandora has 200 stores and employs more than 1,400 people in China but has said it needs to counter China's grey market, where increasing numbers of jewellery pieces are imported from other markets and sold online. Last month Pandora, the world's largest jewellery maker by production volume, said it would lower retail prices in the country by an average of 15 percent. Chinese resident Tok joins Pandora next month, having spent

Vegas Edge 2019

Vegas Edge Alexis Park All-Suite Hotel and Conference Centrer, Las Vegas, USA 12 th -13 th August 2019 The 3 Vegas Edge Show Reports Record Breaking Sales for Upcoming Event Tuesday 13 & Wednesday 14 August 2019 are set to go down in history as the Vegas Edge Team have pre-sold a record breaking 80% of the floor space for their August event. The sister show to LondonEdge, an international event established for 20 years, Vegas Edge is the only commercial platform stateside dedicated to lifestyle, creative alternative apparel, footwear & accessories businesses. Exhibitors, buyers, influencers & press will gather

Camden Pop-Up Business School - Small Business Resilience course

Camden Pop-Up Business School - Small Business Resilience course We’ve partnered with the popular PopUp Business School to help business in Camden become more resilient and build their online presence, if you’re a Camden business who would like to access the free training – sign up today. Day 1 - Hose to make your business resilience (AM) and Protecting your business (PM) Day 2 - Building your online presence (AM) and How to win at social media (PM) Day 3 - The sales mindset (AM) and Find supporters, Not Customers (PM) To view the overview of the training programme, click

Elements – Scotland’s Festival of Jewellery, Silver and Gold

Elements – Scotland’s Festival of Jewellery, Silver and Gold 8 to 10 November 2019 Lyon & Turnbull, Edinburgh Elements, Scotland’s festival showcase for the finest Jewellery, Silver and Gold will be a chance to see work by 50 of the finest designer makers –with around half from Scotland and half from the rest of the UK. The event, organised by The Incorporation of Goldsmiths of Edinburgh in partnership with auctioneers Lyon & Turnbull, is the perfect opportunity to buy beautiful Christmas gifts that will be cherished for many years to come. Attractions include a sales fair with jewellery and silverware

MADE Makers Online

MADE MAKERS online 13 - 14 June 2020 from 9am MADE MAKERS online fair is Tutton & Young’s response to the recent closure of galleries, shops and events, meaning that there are limited opportunities for makers to sell work. The fair will provide an opportunity for buyers to be able to make contact with makers again and see exceptional handmade pieces. A FREE indoor design and craft fair showcasing handmade homeware, jewellery, textiles and more. All from the comfort of your own home! 15% of all sales made at this show will be donated to three charities. REFUGE – Since

'The Market for Craft' research report published

The Crafts Council and a national partnership of 8 organisations, Arts Council of Wales , Contemporary Visual Arts Network , Craft Northern Ireland , Craft Scotland , Crafts Council, Creative Scotland , Creative United , The Goldsmiths’ Company , Great Northern Events/Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair , have launched the first report into the consumer market for British craft in over a decade. The main finding that craft sales exceeded £3 billion in 2019 in the Market for Craft Report . The first report to identify and gauge appetite for British craft for over a decade reveals our passion for

Q&A: Olivia Norman

Olivia Norman is Head of Jewellery at Jessica McCormack Ltd , which has its HQ in Carlos Place , Mayfair, London. She oversees the in-house fine jewellery production for the design led brand, as well as having oversight of main business functions. Olivia was formerly at Shaun Leane for seven years as Commercial Manager and has extensive experience in strategic planning and business development, retail and sales, design, product development and production. She is a graduate of the School of Jewellery in Birmingham. She answers the Benchpeg Q&A. What’s your name, and what do you for a living? ON: Olivia

Q&A: Gary Williams

Gary Williams is a Director at Presman Bullion Ltd, a company based in Hatton Garden which is one of the largest reclaimers, processors and recyclers of precious metal jewellery scrap, sweeps and residue services to the UK’s jewellery trade. He also sits on the Board of parent company, Mastermelt Ltd. Gary's career in the jewellery industry spans some 40 years, having started out working as a representative for a jewellery wholesaler, then for award-winning manufacturer Brown & Newirth Ltd, leaving as their Sales & Marketing Director. Gary was also a Director with Amore Cranleigh Ltd, a Surrey based retailer specialising

Business Growth: How To Sell Your Work

Business Growth: How To Sell Your Work The Goldsmiths' Centre Your hand-crafted jewellery collection or silversmithing work is ready to sell. Now you are looking to approach a selling event, shops, boutiques and galleries to earn good-sized sales. This can seem like a daunting proposition, so where do you begin? Rebecca Hossain, pictured, former Head of Retail for the Design Museum, will explain how to get your foot in the door and empower you to present yourself and your work confidently to selling event organisers, buyers and wholesalers. This business growth workshop is specifically tailored to jewellers and silversmiths; and

Christmas Celebration Day

Christmas Celebration Day Join us for a day of Christmas Festivities, including free craft demonstrations, mulled wine, seasonal food and drink tastings - with music and storytelliing to get you in the spirit! Browse hand-made gifts and a range of cards, wrapping and Christmas decorations - all crafted locally, or fair trade goods. FREE. Just drop by. At: Devon Guild of Craftsmen at Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9AF During the run of MAKE 2016 13,796 people visited the exhibition, approximately 14,600 visited online and over £24,000 in sales were achieved. Dates Saturday 2 December 2017 Open 10am - 4pm.

The UK Jewellery Awards 2017

Celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2017, the UK Jewellery Awards for the retail industry are judged by industry. Over the last 25 years the awards have built up an unrivalled reputation for recognising excellence and outstanding practice across the jewellery and watch trade in the UK with categories spanning retail, design, manufacture, supply and employment. Each year the event attracts in excess of 600 guests who come together to network and celebrate the achievements of their peers. For the 2017 awards two new enterable categories, Marketing Campaign of the Year and Retail Sales Star, have been introduced along with another

City Fringe Partnership

The City Fringe Partnership was a ground-breaking public and private sector alliance between the London Development Agency, the London boroughs and private business partners which ran from 1996 - 2009. Through their European Development-funded project, the Jewellery Sector Investment Plan (JSIP), they created £3 million worth of jewellery support programmes, improving collaborative and training opportunities in the industry. The projects ran until 2009, and they continue to inspire long-term regenerative partnerships today. Projects like Future in the Making supported 340 businesses to increase their sales and contacts, and beginner’s jewellery and awareness courses were run for 125 socially and economically

MAKE '17

MAKE '17 Contemporary crafts for Christmas, Devon Guild of Craftsmen MAKE '17 is the annual Christmas selling exhibition in the Devon Guild's large contemporary gallery space. It runs from Saturday 18 November, 2017 to Monday 7 January, 2018. This show celebrates the diversity of contemporary craft and will focus on selling handmade, high quality craftsmanship, highlighting one-off, unique pieces alongside small-scale batch production. During the run of MAKE 2016 13,796 people visited the exhibition, approximately 14,600 visited online and over £24,000 in sales were achieved. Dates Saturday 18 November, 2017 to Monday 7 January, 2018 Venue The Devon Guild of

MAKE '17, Devon Guild of Craftsmen

Suppliers

Knowing where to get what can be half the battle. Here we created a signpost list of trade suppliers offering a wide selection of tools, bullion, findings etc... Bullion Suppliers Baird & Co www.goldline.co.uk Bellore Rashbel www.rashbel.co.uk Betts Metal Sales www.bettsmetalsales.com Cooksongold www.cooksongold.com Palmer Metals www.palmermetals.co.uk Fairtrade Refiners, Casters, Manufacturers & Suppliers Cookson Precious Metals Contact person: Rob Taylor www.cooksongold.com CRED Contact person: Alan Frampton credjewellery.com Hockley Mint Contact person: Gary Wroe www.hockleymint.co.uk S&P Trading Contact person: Patrick Schein www.patrickschein.com Vipa Design Contact person: Peter Crump www.vipadesigns.co.uk Weston Beamor Contact person: Glen Day www.westonbeamor.co.uk Finding Suppliers Cooksongold www.cooksongold.com Bellore Rashbel