• International Jewellery London: 31st August – 3rd September

    A fabulous event and a fabulous opportunity International Jewellery London is the UK’s only dedicated jewellery trade event. The show provides the perfect opportunity for the jewellery retailer to take a fresh look at the business, be inspired, reinvigorated and excited about the seasons ahead...

  • NewsFlash: Possible Scam in Central London - Update

    benchpeg was contacted this week by a concerned member of the trade about an incident which occured last weekend (9-10 August). A middle aged, black American woman entered a gallery in central London last weekend and spent a very long time considering the purchase of jewellery. She said that she was...

  • Origin: The London Craft Fair returns to Somerset House from the 7-12 and 14-19 October 2008

    Each week Origin will present a new selection of over 140 contemporary craft makers across all disciplines, including ceramics, glass, textiles and jewellery. This year Origin will also feature The Origin Intervention, an interactive textile piece, Thursday Lates and a series of workshops, demonstrations...

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  • Advanced Gemmology Seminars at IJL: 31 August - 3 September 2008

    For the first time ever GIA London will be offering a series of Gemmology Seminars as updates for gem and jewellery professionals at IJL 2008, the UK's only dedicated jewellery event. A fully equipped GIA classroom will be set up for the duration of the show to provide exhibitors and visitors with the...

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  • Talent Spotting at Goldsmiths’ Fair - London: September 22 - October 5 2008

    Goldsmiths’ Fair is not only about established talent but is also about talent spotting! Ten young graduates make their professional debut with the help of a bursary and a free stand from the Goldsmiths’ Company which enables them to get started. This year’s upcoming stars are: Liam...

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  • Craftspace News

    Funding Announcement The Baring Foundation has awarded Craftspace a core costs grant of £67K to support their programme of work with refugees.The grant will enable Craftspace to continue their work with The Community Integration Partnership in Birmingham who support newly arrived refugee women...

  • Alex Ramsay: Silverware for London 2012 Olympics

    Alex Ramsay and her silver and glass collection have been chosen to feature in a short film commissioned by the London Olympic organisers. The film aims to celebrate creative businesses in Hackney, and to promote the borough as host for the 2012 games The film is to be taken to Beijing next week and...

  • ‘Object as Muse’, Winchester Discovery Centre - Hampshire

    Our lives and experiences can shape the way we interpret an object. This thought provoking exhibition explores those differing responses, using a single object – a dress. Six responses are presented, from a range of creative disciplines, including photography, installation, ceramics and poetry...

  • Treasures of Today: Silver from Goldsmiths’ Hall 1980 – 2008 At the National Museum of Ireland

    From October 1 2008 to January 18, 2009 Admission Free Treasures of Today the spectacular exhibition of silver masterpieces from the renowned private collection at Goldsmiths’ Hall, London moves to the first international venue on its travelling programme, the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin...

  • Galvanize Sheffield 2008: 14 November -14 December 2008

    Galvanize Sheffield returns this year to show the best in contemporary metal design with a range of exhibitions and events. The exhibitions and events are taking place across the city and the within the region. Working closely with designer makers, the festival aims to highlight the extraordinary work...