SUSTAINABILITY

The Earth we live on is a beautiful place and mother nature has presented exquisite materials for us to create with.

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Not only do I endeavour to create Heirloom pieces of interesting design but I also create them with the earth in mind, all natural materials that can be melted down and redesigned time and time again.

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Being predominantly one off designs and made to order this means I do not have masses of stock and materials pilled up, things are made slow and only I take what is needed.

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It is important to me that all the Silver and Gold I use is 100% recycled, so either I recycle in my own studio or use suppliers that meet that 100% mark.

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 I have take my time developing relationships with stone retailers that follow standards that I deem ethical, specifically being traceable from mine to studio, and that measures are taken at all levels to ensure each person involved is safe and paid properly. 

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I have a strong connection with Australian suppliers who mine and cut/polish here. They are beautiful sources of natural Garnet, Opal, Sapphire and Tourmaline. For Diamonds I use only Australian Argile mined or Lab created stones. I have also built a relationship with a small family run mine in Sri Lanka that provide stunning Sapphires and Spinels.

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I also love to repurpose vintage stones and metals.

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When it comes to packaging I use an FSC (Forrest Stewardship Council) Certified jewellery boxes, tissue paper and compostable mailing bags.

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I will constantly evolve my practice and process.