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Hands shaping silver ring on jeweller's bench with tools and design sketches at HerbertandWilks workshop Mt Eden Auckland

Why Learning With Your Hands Feels Different

When was the last time you learned something completely new with your hands? Discover why hands-on learning feels different, and how a few hours in a jewellery workshop can shift...

Why Learning With Your Hands Feels Different

When was the last time you learned something completely new with your hands? Discover why hands-on learning feels different, and how a few hours in a jewellery workshop can shift...

Line chain necklace with blue sapphires on jeweller's bench - everyday jewellery

How to Choose Everyday Jewellery You’ll Actuall...

Choosing everyday jewellery isn't just about picking something pretty—it's about finding pieces that fit seamlessly into your life and actually stand the test of time. Discover how to choose durable,...

How to Choose Everyday Jewellery You’ll Actuall...

Choosing everyday jewellery isn't just about picking something pretty—it's about finding pieces that fit seamlessly into your life and actually stand the test of time. Discover how to choose durable,...

Bronze and sterling silver fuchsia flower earrings displayed on natural stone showing sculptural mixed metal jewelry design

Mixing Metals in Jewellery: The Complete Stylin...

Learn how to mix gold, silver, and bronze jewellery like a pro. Expert styling tips for layering mixed metals, plus handcrafted pieces to shop from HerbertandWilks.

Mixing Metals in Jewellery: The Complete Stylin...

Learn how to mix gold, silver, and bronze jewellery like a pro. Expert styling tips for layering mixed metals, plus handcrafted pieces to shop from HerbertandWilks.

Bronze interwoven floral bangle used as header image for bronze jewellery care guide

Bronze Jewellery Care – FAQs

Bronze jewellery is easy to care for once you know what to expect. This guide covers how bronze ages, everyday care, cleaning and storage, patina, and surface finishes — including...

Bronze Jewellery Care – FAQs

Bronze jewellery is easy to care for once you know what to expect. This guide covers how bronze ages, everyday care, cleaning and storage, patina, and surface finishes — including...

18ct gold plated Alpine Daisy charm earrings by HerbertandWilks — jewellery care guide for cleaning and protecting gold plated pieces.

Caring for your Gold Plated Jewellery

How to care for gold plated jewellery so it lasts longer. Easy cleaning, storage and wear tips to prevent fading and protect shine — plus replating support when your piece...

Caring for your Gold Plated Jewellery

How to care for gold plated jewellery so it lasts longer. Easy cleaning, storage and wear tips to prevent fading and protect shine — plus replating support when your piece...

Close-up of the Strata bangle resting on a rock, showing fine hand-carved texture in silver tones

A Closer Look at Strata

Discover Strata — finely crafted silver and bronze jewellery where lino-cut lines and woven textures meet the beauty of handmade imperfection.

A Closer Look at Strata

Discover Strata — finely crafted silver and bronze jewellery where lino-cut lines and woven textures meet the beauty of handmade imperfection.