Five Advantages of Handmade Jewellery

Handmade Jewellery Canberra

The process of handcrafting jewellery has been practised for centuries. Jewellers harness their creativity and passion to create individual pieces that are unique and of high quality. Creating jewellery by hand, like any trade skill, takes years of training to refine. It takes a well-trained jeweller a great deal of time and focus to create a piece of jewellery.

Here are five advantages of handmade jewellery

1. Handmade jewellery is stronger

One very important difference between handmade and cast made is in the molecules of the metal. When worked (hammered, tempered, and rolled) by hand, metals are made stronger. The molecules become flattened and stacked like a brick wall. This gives the molecules a greater surface area and therefore the metal is denser and has more tension. The metal has a greater resistance to bending, is stronger and more durable. When metal is cast (not worked by hand) the molecules are separated and far apart creating a less stable structure and the possibility of fracturing due to air bubbles between the molecules.

2. Handmade jewellery is unique

Most jewellery found in chain store jewellery retailers is made by the casting or moulding process. This is where a wax model is made to create a plaster mould. This mould is then filled with metal to mass-produce a single design of jewellery. This means there could be many people walking around with the exact same engagement ring as you. Having jewellery handmade means there is only one quite like it. Even if there are similar designs out there, each one varies in its own unique way.

3. Handmade jewellery is ethically sourced

Consumers are becoming increasingly more concerned with buying ethically sourced products. Whether it’s food, clothing, or jewellery, people prefer to support those businesses that produce products with fewer environmental impacts in a cruelty-free manner. Most handmade jewellery, including those made at Diamond Boutique, are created with ethically sourced metals and gemstones. We take our part in working towards a more ethical and sustainable business very seriously. Our friendly jewellers are happy to answer any questions you have about where our metals and gemstones are sourced.

4. Support small businesses

Purchasing handmade jewellery is the perfect way to support small businesses. Rather than purchasing your engagement ring from a massive international company that mass produces its products, purchase handmade jewellery from your local jeweller. That way, your money goes back into the community and local economy. Supporting small businesses is also more sustainable for the environment.

5. Handmade jewellery has heart and soul

Jewellers take great pride in their work. They pour their heart and soul into each individual piece taking the time to create something special and of high quality. At Diamond Boutique, our jewellers are invested in the process from concept to design. They are extremely passionate about creating quality jewellery and will work with you every step of the way to bring your vision to life.

At Diamond Boutique we believe that the jewellery we create should be unique and loved for generations, not years. We specialise in quality custom handmade jewellery that will last the test of time.

Contact us to see how we can help make your dream piece a reality.