Journal Entries

rose gold birthstone necklace with a group of gemstones for all different month's birthstones
Birthstone Meanings: A Complete Guide to All 12 Months
Birthstones carry centuries of meaning and symbolism. Here's everything you need to know about each month's stone - and why birthstone jewellery makes one of the most thoughtful gifts you... Read more...
A Men's silver ring set with a Garnet from Australia
A Garnet with a Different Kind of Value
This Garnet was my Dad's which he had made into a silver ring.  I don't remember him wearing it, but the size and weight of it remind me instantly of... Read more...
handmade silver bangle with a faceted garnet charm, by Cat Birch
Garnet: January's Birthstone and Its Many Colours
The most widely recognised birthstone for January is Garnet, which is so much more complex than you may realise.  It can be found in every colour, and some - if... Read more...
handmade jewellery of clusters of silver discs with positive affirmations and mantras stamped into the surfaces
Mini Mantras - the power of personal affirmations
This Mini Mantra collection was born out of the positive daily reminders that help us to counter our demons and keep our energy and attention on the things we want... Read more...
silver birch leaf jewellery collection by Cat Birch
Birch Leaf Jewellery: The Story Behind the Collection
The personal and relatable meaning behind the Birch Collection, drawing on transformational and challenging life experiences, and marking that moment in metal. Read more...
gold, silver and rose gold necklaces with birthstone charms laid on a ceramic dish with dried flowers
Meaningful and Personal: The Significance of a Birthstone Necklace for a New Mum
Birthstone necklaces hold the momentous transformation into parenthood close to our hearts.  They are small in stature and mighty in meaning; birthstone necklaces make the perfect present for a new... Read more...