Things You Didn’t Know about Handmade Jewellery
The popularity of handmade jewellery has been on the rise for years. We all know that conscious shopping is better for people and the planet alike. But there’s a lot that you might not know about the nature of handcrafted jewellery. Let’s shine a light on this fascinating industry so you can wear your handmade necklaces, rings and earrings with pride. Shopping handmade champions independent businesses Handmade rings , handmade bracelets, handmade necklaces; they all share one thing in common; they are produced by an independent business. That means that whenever you make a purchase for yourself or a loved one you are supporting a small company. You can see exactly where your money is going and who benefits from the sale. Handmade jewellery is saving the planet As the handmade jewellery industry does not use heavy-duty machinery or mass production methods, it has a far lower carbon footprint. Each piece of jewellery is sculpted, literally, by the hands of the artisan jewellery maker