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Opening of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop

Opening of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop Join The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust in partnership with Marchmont Creative Spaces as we launch a new home for silversmithing in the Scottish Borders: The Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop. Day Programme To celebrate the opening of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop, The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust has created a day programme for everyone from curators to collectors, and industry experts to those passionate about traditional craft. The day will include the formal opening of the workshop, talks, panel discussion and silversmithing demonstrations. Speakers will include Lisa Koenigsberg, President of Initiatives in Art and Culture based in New York

Senior Sales Assistant / Assistant Manager, Almaas London - Hatton Garden, London

Senior Sales Assistant / Assistant Manager Almaas London Hatton Garden, London Almaas London is a multi-generational diamond jewellery shop based in London's Diamond District and specialises in diamond and gemstone jewellery. We aim to create a unique and luxurious retail experience, and offer our customers the best creative and classic bespoke designs. We are looking for a full time Sales Associate / Assistant Manager for daily, onsite assistance. Job Responsibilities Sell high value jewellery to high value clients. Achieve monthly sales targets. Assist in sales floor organisation and display maintenance. Approach clients in a friendly and professional manner. Support all

Laser Welding Workshop

Laser Welding Workshop at FORGE Monday 11 March, 10am-1pm OR 2pm -5pm £85 Join us at FORGE for our Laser Welding workshop taught by expert diamond mounter Justin Wilson and supported by Freeform Fabrication. No previous experience required. Learn from the best with Justin Wilson, who brings 40 years of mounting experience and a decade of laser welding expertise to the table. You’re in capable hands! In this workshop, you’ll uncover invaluable tips and tricks for laser welding, from attaching earring posts to repairing diamond ring claws and welding shanks. It will open up a world of possibilities to you

Jewellery Illustration Workshop with Elena Shkvarkina

Jewellery Illustration Workshop with Elena Shkvarkina K2 Academy of Contemporary Jewellery 2-day Workshop 21-22 May 2022 This course is designed to challenge your creative thinking and enhance your jewellery practise with new artistic expression. About the course Palimpsest Ink Drawing is the art of superimposed ink layers. Elena Shkvarkina developed this technique searching for an art practice that would allow experimentation beyond traditional art aesthetics, and encourage self-expression regardless of skills or prior painting experience. Thanks to its experimental nature, Palimpsest Ink Drawing welcomes improvisation and miss-marking. The layered application creates a memoir of your drawing where you can

Fashion Illustration Workshop with Giles Deacon

Fashion Illustration Workshop with Giles Deacon Online & Physical 23 February /19:00 - 21:00 Last year we indulged you with a glut of drawing workshops and we are back with more! And who better to lead us but renowned fashion designer Giles Deacon. Esteemed for his one-off couture pieces and collections, Giles' famous sketches are held in the highest regard. With his work published in the likes of Vogue, Harper's Bazaar and LOVE magazine, each illustration stands as its own piece of art. Giles’ designs are characterised by grand scale glamour and intricacy. In this workshop Giles will discuss his

Join us for a Pearl Stringing workshop in the North East!

Join us for a Pearl Stringing workshop in the North East! 20th and 21st September 2024 Whitney Bay Golf Club, Northumberland This first Nirth East workshop will be run by Anja Mohler from String My Pearls and held at Whitney Bay Golf Club on 20th and 21st September! There are two options for the class: 20th September £85, 4 hours Make two Pearl bracelets and learn two stringing techniques. 20th and 21st September £145, 4 hours on each day. Full comprehensive class including 3 stringing methods and dealing with issues, Pearl care and also making some strung pieces - at least 2

Trustees of the South House Workshop Trust Announce 2025 Scholars

The Trustees of the South House Workshop Trust are delighted to announce ELEVEN fully-funded silversmithing graduate scholarships for 2025. These residential scholarships are being made available to accelerate the professional careers of promising silversmiths. Each scholarship is for a period of one month or two months, learning a variety of silversmithing skills in an intensive residential placement either in Shetland or Sheffield with master silversmiths Rod Kelly, Brett Payne and Chris Perry. The scholarships include the cost of tuition, travel, accommodation and a subsistence bursary. Each one month scholarship has a value of £5250.00. The training will cover in detail:

Trove: fine jewellers from the Goldsmiths’ Centre exhibit at Fortnum & Mason

Trove: fine jewellers from the Goldsmiths’ Centre exhibit at Fortnum & Mason From 30th March until 12 June 2023, the fine jewellery collective Trove, representing eight goldsmiths from the Goldsmiths’ Centre in London, will be showcasing their high-quality artisanal designs in the iconic Fortnum & Mason jewellery showroom. Their inspirations span the globe, from the natural world to pop art, family heritage to glitched technologies. All of their jewellery businesses are based at the Goldsmiths’ Centre, an educational charity and creative hub, close to Farringdon and London’s famous jewellery quarter, Hatton Garden. Charlotte Dew, Public Programme Manager explains: “ The

Former National Association of Goldsmiths CEO Michael Hoare passes

Veteran jewellery industry stalwart Michael Hoare has passed after a long battle with cancer. Michael studied in the mid seventies at Leicester Polytechnic now De Montford University, and achieved a BA Hons Degree in Fine Art. After graduation he started his professional career in the retail business and joined the Co-operative Midcounties where he worked as a Department Store Manager until 1988. As a brief spell as a Training Consultant he joined the British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA) as saw a very speedy transition into management, and Executive management level. Furthering his interest in both training, retail and trade bodies, [youtube

Jeweller / Goldsmith, David Mellor Family Jewellers - Eastleigh, Hampshire (Swan Centre)

Jeweller / Goldsmith David Mellor Family Jewellers Eastleigh, Hampshire (Swan Centre) About Us David Mellor Family Jewellers is an independent, family-run business established in Hampshire in 1976. Now led by second-generation Mellors, we have grown from market trading to multiple successful stores across the region. In 2022, our Eastleigh store relocated and expanded within the Swan Centre, bringing our Jewellery Repair & Manufacturing Workshop to a larger space. This has allowed us to grow our skilled team of Goldsmiths to meet increasing demand. The Role We are looking for an experienced Jeweller/Goldsmith to join our busy workshop. You will work

Goldsmith, Little Shambles Jewellers - The Shambles, York

Expereinced Goldsmith Little Shambles Jewellers The Shambles, York Our company is an independent jewellers based in The Shambles in York. We have an in-house workshop above the shop floor where we sell second hand and antique jewellery. Our services include repairs, alterations and bespoke jewellery. We are looking for an experienced Goldsmith (minimum of 5 years expereince) who is comfortable with running a workshop and is confident with stone setting and working with bespoke designs. The position would ideally be for 4 days a week and the salary would be 30k a year depending on experience and hours. To apply

Gem Illustration

Gem Illustration Saturday 27 May, 11am -4pm In this jewellery workshop you will be introduced to essential tools and techniques required to paint and hand render gems. All drawing equipment will be provided. No previous experience needed. Taught by Bibi Cheung, a goldsmith, designer and sculptor, with over 25 years experience. More details and to book your attendance online here: theforgespace.com/products/learn-to-gem-painting £95

Goldsmith, Picketts and Pursers - Petersfield, Hampshire

Goldsmith Picketts and Pursers Petersfield, Hampshire Picketts and Pursers are looking for an experienced Goldsmith to join their growing team in Petersfield. You’ll be joining a five- generation family owned business in their extraordinary workshop nestled in the heart of Hampshire. Your standards should be high and we expect you to always strive for the very best. Primary Duties & Responsibilities The Goldsmiths in our team play an integral role in our business. The following duties are not shown in order of priority or frequency and it is not an exhaustive list. We are a small, independent business so you

Jewellery Sales Consultant, Daniel Christopher Jewellery - Hatton Garden, London v2

Jewellery Sales Consultant Daniel Christopher Jewellery Hatton Garden, London Daniel Christopher Jewellery are multi award winning London jewellers specialising in manufacturing the highest quality handmade bespoke diamond engagement rings and fine jewellery. Our London showroom and state-of-the-art workshop are situated in Hatton Garden, the heart of the UK jewellery industry and are in the process of opening a new shop on the South Coast. We are award winning specialists in bespoke bridal jewellery: UK Bridal Jeweller of the Year 2024; NAJ Team of the Year 2023, Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of Year 2022, and Independent Fine Jeweller of the Year, 2022.

Part Time Sales Consultant, Purely Diamonds - London

Part Time Sales Consultant Purely Diamonds Ely Place, Hatton Garden, London Purely Diamonds - 5 Star Rated - Family Run - Fine Diamond Jewellery START DATE - AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Required for Thursday / Friday / Saturday PURELY DIAMONDS is a family run company with the longest established in-house workshop in Hatton Garden and over 40 years of trading with major retailers in previous years and in the past 18 years with the public, principally online but with a thriving private showroom operated by appointment only. We are currently seekind a part time Sales Consultant to work Thursdays, Fridays

PRESS RELEASE: Annika Rutlin Harnesses the Spirit of 2026 with New Unisex "Year of the Horse" Collection

Contemporary jewellery designer Annika Rutlin is proud to announce the launch of her latest zodiac-inspired range: the Year of the Horse 2026 Collection. Handcrafted in her South of England workshop, this new line of solid sterling silver jewellery brings a distinct Scandinavian style approach to the traditional symbolism of the Lunar New Year. A Transition of Energy Marking the shift from 2025 into 2026, the collection embodies a powerful change in momentum. "The snake sheds its skin so the horse can stand in its power," says Annika Rutlin, describing the inspiration behind the release. "We are moving from a time

Cockpit Summer Open Studios - Deptford

Cockpit Summer Open Studios 2024 - Deptford Deptford 13 - 15 June 2025 Summer open studios returns to Cockpit this June with new makers and an exciting public programme Summer Open Studios returns to Cockpit for two weekends this June (5-8 June and 13-15 June), offering visitors a unique opportunity to discover and purchase work from the UK’s leading artist-makers. The perfect way to start your summer, Open Studios is a celebration of craft and making where visitors can pick up the perfect Father’s Day or summer wedding gift, get inspired at a talk or workshop and discover the brightest

Precious Metal Settlement Tank – Nearly New

Precious Metal Settlement Tank – Nearly New Balco TS188 Precious Metal Settlement Tank in excellent, nearly new condition. Designed to collect the majority of precious metal residues and filings that are normally lost during hand washing or rinsing work. Installs easily between sink and waste pipe – simply plumb from the sink into the lower inlet and exit via the highest outlet. An essential piece of kit for any jewellery workshop – pays for itself by recovering valuable metal that would otherwise go down the drain. Specifications: Brand: Balco Model: TS188 Dimensions: 406 x 350 x 480mm Pipe fitting: 40mm

Corrugation & Microfolding with Jill Leventon

Corrugation & Microfolding with Jill Leventon 10am - 4pm, Saturday, 8 October 2022 Central Scotland School of Jewellery Dunblane, Scotland Join Silversmith Jill Leventon for a day of structural and textural metalworking. By adding small undulations or corrugations to our metal we will add strength and texture to thin sheets of metal, allow us to work in a sculptural yet economic way. Using simple hand tools and a corrugating roller add pleats, folds, and smocking to your designs, or create lightweight hollow bead forms. For makers who are exploring more environmentally sustainable skills this workshop is perfect. Larger, sculptural pieces

Cockpit Summer Open Studios - Bloomsbury

Cockpit Summer Open Studios 2025 - Bloomsbury Bloomsbury 5 - 8 June 2025 Summer open studios returns to Cockpit this June with new makers and an exciting public programme Summer Open Studios returns to Cockpit for two weekends this June (5-8 June and 13-15 June), offering visitors a unique opportunity to discover and purchase work from the UK’s leading artist-makers. The perfect way to start your summer, Open Studios is a celebration of craft and making where visitors can pick up the perfect Father’s Day or summer wedding gift, get inspired at a talk or workshop and discover the brightest

Sales Consultant - Full Time, Temprell Jewellers - Nottingham

Sales Consultant - Full Time Temprell Jewellers Nottingham 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 craftsmanship with modern design approaches. The Job Sales Consultant - Full Time Temprell is seeking a full time Sales Consultant to join our close knit team and play a key role

Vintage Jeweller's Rolling Mill Stand

A charming vintage jeweller's rolling mill stand that is perfect for collectors, restoration enthusiasts, or working artisans. Built with sturdy cast iron and classic craftsmanship, this stand measures 79cm in height and supports a rolling mill with a 15cm width. There is some slight surface rust, but nothing too major as it can be sanded down and re-painted. It's timeless design combines practical function with nostalgic appeal, making it a standout piece in any workshop or studio. Ideal for those who appreciate quality tools with a history. Just looking for a quick sell. Please contact me, if you require more

A launch weekend fit for a silversmith

Last weekend Benchpeg spent a long weekend 'At Home with Silver' hosted by the The Scottish Goldsmiths Trust (SGT) and Marchmont House. The Friday through to Sunday event, located an hour south of Edinburgh near Duns in the Scottish Borders, brought together 82 guests on the Saturday Open Day launch from across the UK and internationally to the Marchmont Estate. Together the collective gathered to celebrate the opening of the Marchmont Silversmithing Workshop - a brand new fully equipped workspace for silversmiths, developed by the SGT in partnership with Marchmont Creative Spaces. Present at the event were practising silversmiths, curators,

Fine Jewellery Mounter, Neve Jewels - Birmingham

Fine Jewellery Mounter Neve Jewels Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Salary: Up to £35k per year The Company The Neve Jewels Group comprises three leading diamond jewellery brands with a strong presence both internationally and in the UK. With exceptional growth over the last few years, we are on a mission to reshape and disrupt the diamond jewellery industry by being Europe’s only digital-first jewellery group. We are one of the very few jewellers in the country that has its own handmade workshop based in the jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. This allows us to provide our clients with an unrivalled range of unique

Junior CAD Designer, L S Jewellery - Hatton Garden, London

Junior CAD Designer L S Jewellery Hatton Garden, London For nearly 20 years L&S jewellery has been developing our reputation throughout the Jewellery community. Working alongside some of the most prestigious names in the industry as well as independent jewellers and designers. Some of our pieces can be spotted on many sports and music personalities, a testiment to the quality of our work. All our diamond products are made on a small scale, within our on site jewellery workshop. We now seek a Junior CAD Designer to join our small and friendly team, based in Hatton Garden. We are looking for a

Fine Jewellery Polisher, Neve Jewels - Birmingham

Fine Jewellery Polisher Neve Jewels Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Salary: Up to £35k per year The Company The Neve Jewels Group comprises three leading diamond jewellery brands with a strong presence both internationally and in the UK. With exceptional growth over the last few years, we are on a mission to reshape and disrupt the diamond jewellery industry by being Europe’s only digital-first jewellery group. We are one of the very few jewellers in the country that has its own handmade workshop based in the jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. This allows us to provide our clients with an unrivalled range of unique

Fine Jewellery Setter, Neve Jewels - Birmingham

Fine Jewellery Setter Neve Jewels Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Salary: Up to £35k per year The Company The Neve Jewels Group comprises three leading diamond jewellery brands with a strong presence both internationally and in the UK. With exceptional growth over the last few years, we are on a mission to reshape and disrupt the diamond jewellery industry by being Europe’s only digital-first jewellery group. We are one of the very few jewellers in the country that has its own handmade workshop based in the jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. This allows us to provide our clients with an unrivalled range of unique

Repairs and Assessment Supervisor, Neve Jewels - Birmingham

Repairs and Assessment Supervisor Neve Jewels Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham Salary: Up to £32k per year The Company The Neve Jewels Group comprises three leading diamond jewellery brands with a strong presence both internationally and in the UK. With exceptional growth over the last few years, we are on a mission to reshape and disrupt the diamond jewellery industry by being Europe’s only digital-first jewellery group. We are one of the very few jewellers in the country that has its own handmade workshop based in the jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. This allows us to provide our clients with an unrivalled range of

'Out Of The Shallows’ - Falkland Islands jeweller Alice Clarke's new collection

Fine jeweller Alice Clarke creates one of a kind ocean treasures at the bottom of the World in the Falkland Islands. Her new collection ‘Out Of The Shallows’ was launched last week in New York at the Melee The Show. Living and working in the Falkland Islands, where her waterfront studio sits in Stanley, with a population of 3,000, Alice creates all her work in-house. From casting to stone setting, Alice’s little workshop is a hub of creativity. Alice exhibited her jewellery collections in New York for the first time at the beginning of August. Her “ very nautical year”,

NEWS: Join Bishopsland in making an enduring investment in British Silversmithing

Bishopsland’s intensive silversmithing programme is quietly shaping the future of British craft. Combining purpose-built workshop facilities with expert tuition in both technical excellence and commercial practice, the programme offers far more than skills training. At its heart is a lifelong professional community that continues to support makers long after they leave, helping emerging silversmiths and jewellers turn talent into sustainable, fulfilling careers. Few institutions offer vocational training at this advanced level—and fewer still can point to Bishopsland’s proven track record of success. The programme is led by Principal Angela Cork MA RCA, an established practising silversmith, and delivered by an

Enamelling Workshops - Enamel with Decals

Enamelling Workshops FORGE, Hatton Garden 16 March, 20 April, 6th July Immerse yourself in the vibrant colourful world of enamelling with FORGE’s upcoming workshops! Did you miss out on our last enamelling taster session a few weeks ago? Not to worry! Here’s your chance to join in and master this ancient craft with the talented and multi award winning Linda Connelly with our upcoming enamelling workshops. "Great venue, great tutor, great course, great fun!" - Andrew Beney, February 2024 workshop participant. Cloisonné In this class you will learn how to use vitreous enamelling techniques and cloisonné wires to create a

Customer Care Advisor, Queensmith - Birmingham

Customer Care Advisor Queensmith Hatton Garden, London About This Opportunity Why Queensmith? At Queensmith, we're revolutionising the engagement and wedding jewellery experience. Our culture is built on three pillars: Be Brilliant (the relentless pursuit of excellence), Be Clear (transparent, ethical, and impactful), and Be Unique (celebrating individuality and creativity). Just as we democratise diamond jewellery through bespoke craftsmanship, we create an exceptional, rewarding environment for our teams. We now boast a growing team of nearly 100 staff across multiple departments, including Sales, Customer Care, Production, Workshop, Marketing and HR. What Makes Us Different Authentic craftsmanship: We don't just sell jewellery;

Q&A: Guðbjörg Kristín Ingvarsdóttir

Guðbjörg Kristín Ingvarsdóttir is a goldsmith, Jewellery designer and co-founder of the award-winning sustainable jewellery brand Aurum, Iceland's leading jewellery brand. Guðbjörg began her career studying goldsmithing at Copenhagen Technical College, completing her journeyman’s examination in 1993. She completed her master craftsman examination in goldsmithing at Reykjavík Technical College in 1994, subsequently returning to Copenhagen to study jewellery design at the Institute for Precious Metals. Guðbjörg collaboratively ran the jewellery workshop Au-Art in Copenhagen from 1996 to 1999, before returning to Iceland where she founded the design and jewellery firm Aurum. Guðbjörg’s jewellery designs have attracted much attention worldwide and