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Wooden jewellery workbench with wax ring blanks, carving tools and wax dust from handmade ring making process

The Art of the Wax: Carving Trace and Wax Build...

In a world of digital files and 3D prints, we do things differently. Discover the tactile art of subtractive carving and wax build-up—the intentional, slow, and slightly risky process of...

The Art of the Wax: Carving Trace and Wax Build...

In a world of digital files and 3D prints, we do things differently. Discover the tactile art of subtractive carving and wax build-up—the intentional, slow, and slightly risky process of...

Handcrafted Bronze Bangle for 8th Anniversary or 19th Anniversary Gift

Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year: Traditional ...

Not sure what to get for your wedding anniversary? This guide to traditional and modern gifts by year takes the guesswork out. From bronze, silver and gold to rare platinum...

Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year: Traditional ...

Not sure what to get for your wedding anniversary? This guide to traditional and modern gifts by year takes the guesswork out. From bronze, silver and gold to rare platinum...

Tulips in full bloom at Eden Garden, Auckland — a stunning spring colour display

Meaningful Things to Do with Mum This Mother's ...

Simple, local ideas for spending Mother's Day with your mum — walks, baking, and a little time set aside.

Meaningful Things to Do with Mum This Mother's ...

Simple, local ideas for spending Mother's Day with your mum — walks, baking, and a little time set aside.

4mm Sandcast Ring – Flat Face in 9ct Yellow Gold leaning against natural rocks, showing both the organic textured outer surface and smooth inner band — HerbertandWilks Jewellery

What Makes a Wedding Band Feel Like Yours?

A sandcast gold ring offers a more alternative approach to a traditional wedding band — shaped by process, not perfection. With natural texture, subtle variation, and a flat 4mm profile...

What Makes a Wedding Band Feel Like Yours?

A sandcast gold ring offers a more alternative approach to a traditional wedding band — shaped by process, not perfection. With natural texture, subtle variation, and a flat 4mm profile...

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,...