BAJ Podcast | Reversed Roles

To mark the 50th Episode of the BAJ Podcast, Sofie is joined by fellow Podcaster, broadcaster, author and editor Carol Woolton. In this episode, Carol as Co-Host, will find out a little more about the Sofie’s research, fascination with jewellery and the ideas behind the BAJ podcast. They will discuss what topics they feel are […]
Navigating A-Level Results Day and UCAS Clearing for a Jewellery Degree: A Guide to Pursuing Your Passion

Congratulations, aspiring jewellery designers and silversmiths! A-Level results day is just around the corner, and it’s time to embark on an exciting journey towards your dream career in jewellery and design. For those who have their hearts set on a Jewellery Degree, this blog will guide you through the nerve-wracking process of navigating A-Level results […]
BAJ Podcast | The physical reality of the virtual

When we speak about the digital world, we use words such as the cloud for data storage, and the metaverse for a virtual reality. But as Dr. PatrÃcia Domingues aptly points out with her research and work, the very real physical realities to enable the use of digital tools, requiring increasingly more data, is very […]
Getting started with sustainable jewellery: what should I know?
Produced in a way that minimises its social and environmental impact, sustainable or ethical jewellery is a fast-growing trend. We take a look at how jewellers and shoppers can embrace sustainability.
All about sapphire jewellery
Blue sapphire stones are some of the most beautiful and desirable gems in the world. Here we explore some of the qualities and uses of these fascinating gems.