What year and by whom was Trewarne established?
Trewarne Fine Jewellery is a fourth-generation family owned and run business. It began in 1932 when my great grandfather’s uncle started the Australian Gold Buying Company, purchasing gold from the miners. The business evolved after the war to meet the demand for luxury fine jewellery pieces and my late mother, Suzanne Trewarne, pioneered the original […]
Meet Creations Jewellers Canberra
Nestled in the jewel-like Style Arcade in the boutique shopping area of Manuka is where you will find Diamond Guild Australia member jeweller, Creations. Established almost 25 years ago, Creations is a story of family, a shared love and creativity. ‘I joined my mother Michele in the business 25 years ago and fresh out of […]
What is the most memorable piece of diamond jewellery you have ever created and why?
This handcrafted piece symbolises strength and how something beautiful can flourish and bloom out of the darkness. It rises out of the muddy depths reaching up through the water, meaning that its precious petals never touch the mud as it blooms. This design was created for the Holly’s Secret Garden fundraising initiative honouring the memory […]
What makes your diamond set pieces unique?
We prefer to use traditional handcrafting processes to create beautiful pieces of jewellery that will last a lifetime and will become family heirlooms in years to come.
What do you love about working with diamonds?
I love that each diamond is different and unique and all are created by nature not mass manufactured by man. Our team loves being a part of the story behind each diamond-that they are being given to someone with special meaning or to mark life events such as a significant birthday or anniversary. Our designers […]
Who do you have working in your business?
I have an amazing team ranging in age and all bringing their own expertise to the business –these include jewellery designers and now a talented group of master jewellers including Head jeweller Derek has been with me since opening. I work closely with all overseeing each order and getting to know our clients personally.
Meet James Thredgold of James Thredgold Jeweller
Established in 1997 James Thredgold Jeweller was founded by namesake James in his hometown of Adelaide shortly after completing his apprenticeship as a manufacturing jeweller. His passion to this day is the designing and crafting of handmade pieces that are individual and personal to his clients style.
What is your top tip for a diamond purchaser when they start their search for a diamond?
“The one tip I would give is to find a jeweller you feel has plenty of experience, is genuine and that you feel confident in. If you do that, all else will follow.”
What are the current trends you are seeing in diamond set jewellery?
“We have seen an ongoing trend away from square princess cuts and towards the more individual shapes, especially oval and, to a lesser degree, pear shape. Clients are definitely increasingly interested in the provenance of their diamonds. We are also seeing a greater desire for yellow and rose gold as opposed to the complete dominance […]
What is it about your diamond jewellery that makes it unique?
“Each piece we make at Mondial is created individually but more importantly, our focus is firmly on the client and what they want. This is partly what makes us different. We don’t have a house or brand style. We believe that our job is to work with our client to create something which is a […]
What is the most memorable piece of diamond jewellery you have ever created and why?
“This is a really tough question because there have been many memorable ones although two standout pieces, that represent completely different ends of the spectrum, come to mind. The first one would be the full circle, vivid yellow diamond band which I gave to my wife as an engagement ring. This may seem a simple […]
What is it about diamonds that inspires you?
“Growing up in a jewellery family, diamonds and gemstones were always kind of familiar but it was only after finishing high school, when I went to study gemmology at the GIA in Santa Monica, that I really became interested in diamonds. The more you learn and the more experience you have with them, the more […]
What trends do you see in diamond jewellery in 2022?
“There has been a real swing towards ‘casual luxury’ – day-to-night diamonds that are wearable in any circumstance, whether you’re going out to dinner or going to a Pilates class. That can mean choosing more unusual diamond shapes or layering up a number of diamond tennis bracelets. It’s a definite shift from the traditional big, […]
What would be your dream diamond piece to design?
“The more extravagant, the better. Having just completed the wedding tiara, I’d love to create a truly dramatic diamond necklace. A piece fit for royalty, that you would see in a cabinet but certainly wouldn’t wear every day. That’s the dream!”
What is the most memorable diamond piece you have made?
“I have two pieces that immediately spring to mind – one that was created for a wedding (in fact, for my wedding) 10 years ago, and another that “walked down the aisle” this year. The first piece is incredibly close to my heart; a diamond hairpiece with a detachable brooch bow that was inspired by […]
What inspires you about diamonds?
“I’m inspired by their never-ending sparkle! Diamonds are wonderful to work with, as their remarkable durability allows for increased creativity in design, the cutting of unusual shapes and styles. Of course, they are also available in a broad colour palette, which adds to their spectacular potential.”
Tell us the history of your business and how you became a jeweller?
“Jewellery is in my blood. My family has been in business since 1974, and I essentially grew up in my father’s Penrith boutique. I started working in the store when I was 12 years old, cleaning the workshop and doing bits and pieces. It was there that I developed a true love for the industry, […]
What trends do you see in diamond jewellery in 2022?
“Yellow gold diamond jewellery is making a comeback due to fashion trends going towards yellow gold to make a statement. I think asymmetrical designs and fancy cut diamonds will be popular this year.”
How does nature inspire your designs and approach to making your jewellery?
“Linneys is based in Western Australia, known for its wealth of precious resources as well as having a spectacular coral coastline and Kimberley region. We are surrounded by inspiration, using our locally sourced materials to create jewellery inspired by these natural elements, right here in WA. Our uniquely West Australian pieces that are in demand […]
What makes your diamond jewellery unique?
“We are renowned for our signature freeform style jewellery, which is complemented by high quality natural white and coloured diamonds hand selected by our diamond experts. Linneys designs epitomise fine diamond jewellery, utilising the diamonds either as the hero central gemstone or to enhance a piece of jewellery. Diamonds are part of the puzzle within […]
What do you love about working with diamonds?
“Diamonds are incredibly symbolic. They embody both a monetary value and a sentimental value. Diamonds become part of our story and our persona, so we form an intrinsic emotional value with the diamonds we own and this becomes a strong bond. Initially, we treasure them because of the financial investment and over time we treasure […]
Tell us a little bit about the history of Linneys
“We have been creating fine jewellery from precious materials for 50 years. Our father Alan, who is a jeweller himself, established the business and then over the years attracted a team of the best artisan jewellers to create our pieces. Handcrafting fine jewellery is a highly specialised skill that has been handed down through generations.” […]
If you could create your dream piece of diamond jewellery what would it be?
“To just pick one dream piece of jewellery is hard when there are still so many designs I’d love to create. If I could only choose one, it would probably be a ring featuring natural green or blue diamonds…they are the supporting actor that should win the Academy Award! There is something fascinating about their […]
What do you find inspiring about diamonds?
“What inspires us is that no matter how many diamonds you’ve seen there are always some that just amaze you. We never get tired of unwrapping a diamond and seeing its brilliance sitting there unset. They are also synonymous with love, commitment and devotion and there is a special feeling knowing you’ve been a part […]
What would you say makes your business unique when it comes to diamonds?
“I would have to say it is our passion for offering a quality of diamond and jewellery that is not found anywhere else in Geelong. Over the years, experience and knowledge has allowed us to be able to source truly special stones and jewellery. We also focus on using only high quality materials in our […]
