UNIQUE, HANDCRAFTED JEWELLERY tailored to your style is the perfect way to add a personal touch to your jewellery box. If you have been thinking about getting a special piece made, here are a few handy tips to get you started:
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Alexandrite was discovered in 1830 in Russia’s Ural Mountains and is one of the rarest gemstones to source, particularly in large sizes. Because of its scarcity, alexandrite is a relatively expensive member of the chrysoberyl family. It shares its status as a June birthstone with cultured pearl and moonstone. Alexandrite, with its chameleon-like qualities, is … Read more
We recently had a consultation with a client and when asked about how she found out about us, she mentioned that we were featured in an online article as one of Brisbane’s best independent jewellery designers on the Fashion Weekly website. We had not asked, nor knew that this article had been written, but we were … Read more
We have over 100 years’ experience at Artisans Bespoke Jewellers and over the years have remodelled many antique jewellery pieces. The metal in jewellery passed down from generation to generation can be gradually worn down from general wear and tear over time. From this, we have seen clients come in with broken jewellery or loose … Read more
Domestic violence is a cause that is very close to our hearts and together with The Paddington Connection, we hosted a Domestic Violence Fundraising Luncheon to help raise funds, build awareness, educate our community and support Women and Children who are currently experiencing, or who have experienced domestic violence. Last year we raised over $11,000 … Read more
Olivia’s journey with Artisan’s began when she helped photograph our jewellery for the Brisbane News Magazine. Her favourite gemstones are Diamonds, Sapphires and Morganites. She is our leading lady for behind the scenes and outside of Artisans, Olivia is a freelance commercial photographer.
Kathy is a crazy talented craftswoman and has been in the jewellery trade for just over 20 years. In that amount of time, Kathy has been making jewellery for her own business as well as for numerous others in the trade. She is also a sculptor, and specialises in life-size bronze sculptures. True story! Hazel trained … Read more
A quick way to clean your jewellery is to give it a bubble bath in warm water and liquid detergent. Using a soft head toothbrush, gently brush away any built up dirt on top and underneath. For stubborn dirt, give your pieces a longer soak. Rinse with warm clear water and gently dry in a … Read more
Artisans Bespoke Jewellers has turned into ‘Parti’ Central with Sapphires showing off there exquisite hues of blues, purples, greens, oranges, yellows and pinks. It’s no wonder our brides have been embracing colour, choosing to make a bold statement with their engagement rings. Art Deco Peridot and Diamonds Ring Diamond, Sapphire custom make Grey Burmese Spinel … Read more
Hazel has been busy working on a new collection of tiara-styled rings that would be perfect as a wedder to partner with your engagement ring or as a stand-alone ring. The collection is nearly complete, so please come in to our boutique to try them on.
The birthstone for February is Amethyst and our stunning feature piece for this month is a handmade 2 in 1 earring set in 18ct rose and white gold with an entourage of hot pink, blue and apricot/light pink sapphires. You can also transform your look from day to night by adding the tear drop rose … Read more