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HerbertandWilks Jewellery sterling silver Sequin necklace on a dark charcoal background, displaying the various handcrafted textures on the discs.

From Venetian Gold to Full Lobe Coverage: The M...

Before sequins meant plastic sparkle on a party dress, they were solid gold coins meant to catch natural light. Take a look at the fascinating history of this simple shape,...

From Venetian Gold to Full Lobe Coverage: The M...

Before sequins meant plastic sparkle on a party dress, they were solid gold coins meant to catch natural light. Take a look at the fascinating history of this simple shape,...

Hand-carving and wax detailing for a custom sterling silver four-leaf clover pendant in Auckland.

Silver Jewellery Remodelling: What Can I Make w...

Old sterling silver does not have to stay forgotten in a drawer. In this first part of a silver jewellery remodelling project, I share how a client’s unworn 925 silver...

Silver Jewellery Remodelling: What Can I Make w...

Old sterling silver does not have to stay forgotten in a drawer. In this first part of a silver jewellery remodelling project, I share how a client’s unworn 925 silver...

A pair of Keum-Boo Tapered column Earrings in oxidised silver and 24ct gold lying on a light grey textured paper

Handmade Keum-Boo Jewelry: The Making of the Wr...

The Wrapped collection is built on a simple idea: that we clothe ourselves to signal who we are. Here's how that idea became jewellery.

Handmade Keum-Boo Jewelry: The Making of the Wr...

The Wrapped collection is built on a simple idea: that we clothe ourselves to signal who we are. Here's how that idea became jewellery.

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.

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...