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J O U R N A L

Notes from the studio; on gemstones, craftsmanship and the details behind my work.

A man and a woman standing together in a workshop. The woman wears a black long-sleeve top with a pink and white floral pattern, and the man wears a colorful floral shirt and a brown leather apron.

F E A T U R E D

Bespoke Retailer of the Year 2026

A wee while ago I mentioned that we had been shortlisted for an award by the National Association of Jewellers. Well, we won, and I totally wasn’t expecting it...

Scottish Craft & Culture

Mr Heart's in the Highlands

Journal | Scottish Craft & Culture

Heritage & the Art of Making Things Well

Journal | Scottish Craft & Culture

The Longest Day

Journal | Scottish Craft & Culture

Why Jewellery Matters

The jewellery we treasure is rarely defined by what it is, but by what it comes to represent.

Insights

The Next Chapter

Journal | Insights

Gold Endures

Journal | Insights

Beyond the Algorithm

Journal | Insights

The Jewellery is All Right

A reflection on craft, patience and why human-made jewellery still matters.

Moira Patience and her master jeweller in our workshop in Scotland

Gemstones

Coloured Engagement Rings: Instinct Over Tradition

Journal | Gemstones

Old-Cut Diamonds; Why I’m Drawn to Stones with History

Journal | Gemstones

Desert Diamonds: Warmth & Individuality

Journal | Gemstones

Beyond The Algorithm

In a culture of machine-generated sameness, jewellery remains stubbornly human.

Design Notes

Chunky Style Engagement Rings: A Bold, Modern Classic

Journal | Design Notes

Discover the Beauty of Floral-Inspired Engagement Rings

Journal | Design Notes

What's a Toi et Moi Engagement Ring?

Journal | Design Notes

Gemstone Index

The Bespoke Gallery