Design Diaries

The Man Lost at Sea Who Inspired Everything — The Story Behind The Illustrated Jeweller

The true story of Albert Self — a Royal Navy caulker lost at sea on Christmas Day 1885 — and how uncovering his story from an old family suitcase became the inspiration behind The Illustrated Jewel...

Good, Fast, Cheap. Why You Can Only Ever Have Two — In Tattooing and in Jewellery

I learned this lesson behind a tattoo needle long before I ever picked up a jeweller’s tool. The rule is the same in both worlds — and ignoring it always costs someone something.

Why Being an Independent Jeweller in Brighton Matters

There is a version of this story where I ended up in London. Here is why Brighton was always the right choice, and what that means for every piece that leaves this studio.

What “Ethical” Actually Means in Jewellery — And Why We Don’t Use That Word

Everyone in jewellery claims to be ethical. But what does the word actually mean — and how do you know who to believe? Here is our honest answer.