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Winter's ruby - or is it?
It’s a blustery day out and autumn is in full swing. We’re secretly looking forward to the holiday season and hot drinks by the fireplace. On that note we wanted...
5 Tips For Jewellery Summer Care
As you slather on the sun cream and head out into the sun, sea or swimming pool, consider that some of your jewellery may lose some of its lustre. The...
Ethically Sourced Gold - From Recycling to Fairtrade™
Do you know where your gold jewellery comes from and how the material was sourced? Gold mining can be a dirty industrial activity with numerous sustainability issues in the supply...
Pearls: a powerful statement in a modern jacket
There has been much ado about Kamala Harris' jewellery choices, primarily featuring pearls in contemporary designs. But pearls have a long history of being worn by royalty and politicians alike. ...
More is more!
Statement jewellery is a great way to put your personality out there. If you're looking for exciting, more exuberant designs we have a great line up in store for you...
Spectacular DesignYard Offer: Recycle Your Gold
At DesignYard we are excited to use recycled gold in our in-house designs. We feel it's important to contribute to reducing the environmental impact of gold mining and helping make...
Is The World Running Out Of Gold?
Like other natural resources, for example oil and diamonds, there is a finite amount of gold in the world, but are we running out and when? As gold must be...
All that glitters
The jewellery world is a-twitter with BBC's latest reality show All That Glitters: Britain's Next Jewellery Star. Some people love the show because it gives a window into the world...
Technique: Designing in Bi-Metal
If you’ve looked at the MANU collection on our website you’ll have noticed us talking about bi-metal. It’s not used widely so we thought we’d explain what it is and...
Spotlight On: Rudolf Heltzel
We are delighted to show you an exquisite collection by the icon of Irish craft and design, German born Rudolf Heltzel. We have a selection of his fine art pendants,...
Treat Yourself
If you've been following our four-step strategy for organizing your jewellery collection, you should have a decluttered and beautifully organised jewellery wardrobe, a plan for repairs & replacements, and a...
The Currency - Ronan pivoting like a ballet dancer
What's business been like for DesignYard this year? Have a read of Ruth O'Connor's interview with Ronan Campbell recently published in The Currency. DesignYard sells high-end jewellery by Irish and...