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Using hand engraving to add depth to design
We use hand engraving at PIKE to add depth to our designs. We are very lucky to have an amazing hand engraver in Adelaide who helps Nicholas’ designs come to life. Here are a few examples of some PIKE designs that feature hand engraving: Come and see Nicholas to see what’s possible in hand engraving.…
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It’s June – shorter days and quite cold, so I can think of nothing better than a hearty meal in warm surrounds with family and friends or maybe sitting in front of an open fire with good book and a nice glass of red. PIKES of course! In my last blog, I talked about individuality…
Read MoreLiving my values
Hello everyone. I have been sitting at my computer for about an hour writing a list of interesting things that I enjoy and have noticed a strong consistent thread in the values, ethics and skills I live by. Interestingly, I have the same philosophy that I adopted when I first became a jeweller, and it…
Read MoreAquamarines, aquamarines, aquamarines
We have had some requests recently to share some of our beautiful designs using Aquamarine; this beautiful blue gemstone has always been one of our favourite gemstones to work with, and is also one of most requested stones from our customers. Here are some of our aquamarine designs – enjoy! If you would like to…
Read MoreThe beauty of diamonds
We love using diamonds at PIKE, and wanted to share some of our latest commissions that feature these beautiful gemstones with you:
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Hi everyone I love this time of year because the weather seems more constant and the public holidays have given us more time to spend with family and friends. And I love the beautiful rain. April means a lot to me as I celebrate my wedding anniversary and Helen’s birthday – 46 years this year…
Read MoreSome of our favourites from the last 12 months: Part 2.
We love looking back at the beautiful pieces we have the privilege of making at PIKE. Here are some of the gorgeous pieces we have made in the last twelve months:
Read MoreThe beauty of Marimekko
Well, it’s Mad March in Adelaide and there is so much happening. The weather has been glorious and it must be gratifying for all the organisers of particularly the outside performances to have such a large audience and great conditions. Exhibitors, performers, and artists pushing boundaries seem to be what it’s all about and there…
Read MoreA family necklace
In a recent blog, I mentioned a necklace we have been commissioned to make which has been a real milestone for us. It is now completed. It is a very beautiful forty-seven gemstone necklace: The journey of this piece began in March 2016. The first design option which the customer requested was a V-shaped collar…
Read MoreThe jewellery ‘makeover’.
I hope your New Year has begun well and if you had the chance to take a Xmas break, I hope you are refreshed and willing to take on whatever 2018 has in store. Talking recently to a client who brought in a selection of diamond jewellery, the ‘jewellery make-over’ was again the topic of…
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