It may not look like much yet but work has started on our new studios. It was very exciting to come in after the Easter break and see that the new walls, electrics and plumbing were in place. There is still plenty of work to do before we move from the current unit at the […]

We are looking for another member of the LJS team. If you want to be part of a small but crucial team dedicated to ensuring every student benefits from the great experience of LJS workshops, read on. London Jewellery School are looking for a Membership and Weekend Manager with IMMEDIATE START – £22,000 pro rata […]

Looking for a new jewellery idea to try over the Easter break? Or perhaps you need to amuse the kids. The latest step-by step-project on our website might be just the ticket. This cord and chain bracelet, from designer and LJS tutor Hayley Kruger, is a versatile project that can be worn by men and […]

I-beads is offering budding jewellery designers a chance to  have their work seen during London Jewellery Week through an exciting competition – Crystal Glam 2013 –  that LJS is delighted to be supporting. Designers are invited to create a glamorous piece of jewellery or fashion accessory made with products from the Swarovski Elements Fancy Stone […]

Don’t forget there are only a few days left to enter our Spring Jewellery Making Competition. We want to see your unique approaches to  the “spring looks“. And because thinking about trends is a useful thing for any of you selling or thinking of selling your jewellery, this time the prize is a copy of […]

If you are planning to visit the jewellery maker’s delight, the Big Bead Show at Sandown Racecourse in Surrey on 6 April why not book in for a jewellery class with our very own Chu-Mei Ho. Chu-Mei will be teaching two workshops – one each on fashion necklaces and chandelier earrings – and they are […]

There is a furious amount of list writing and planning going on at Jewellery School HQ right now – mixed in with quite a bit of excitement. It’s all because we’re moving to bigger premises which means more classes for you to enjoy. But don’t worry, you’ll still be able to find us. We’ll be […]

Diploma in Creative Jewellery student Tracy Stressing explains how learning about design and mood boards has changed her perspective on the jewellery she creates. I have always had a passion for making jewellery and from the first week, I knew I was going to enjoy the diploma. But it is also challenging. In the first […]

If you want to create truly unique metal clay or polymer clay jewellery, you’ll want to take a look at our latest step-by-step project on creating texture sheets. The project, from LJS tutor Mary Ann Nelson, takes you through the process of working with UV light and photo polymer plates to turn black and white […]

On Friday evening we held an event at London Jewellery School that made everyone go “Ooooh” as they entered the studio. It was the night of our Supplier and Networking Event where many of our students had the opportunity to meet a range of jewellery suppliers, access special discounts and chat over a glass of […]

At London Jewellery School we’re very lucky to have wonderful independent jewellers as tutors for our classes. Now there is a chance to see some of their own work at the Desire Fair in London’s Kensington Conference Centre on 15 to 17 March. Five tutors will be exhibiting some of their work on our stand […]

Diploma in Creative Jewellery student Gary Schofield tells how his first day on the course was an inspiring step into the unknown Week one, first day; I find myself in an all-female environment, threading beads on strings, totally out of my comfort zone and terrified. Beading I believed, was not my penchant and most certainly […]

One of the great things about the Diploma in Creative Jewellery for the LJS team is seeing how different students use the materials and techniques they lean on the course. Although everyone follows the same curriculum and learns the same techniques, how they use them to interpret their own ideas can be very different. You […]

Last week we gave you a quick round-up of some of the major fashion trends in jewellery this spring as well as creating a Pinterest board featuring some pieces to inspire you. They include primary and neon colours like lemon and poppy red, big “gems”, dramatic statement pieces and tribal and animal print influences. Now […]

The London Jewellery School are looking for a dynamic and creative individual to join their staff team and co-ordinate crucial projects including the Diploma in Creative Jewellery, promotions for classes and managing content for their two websites. Working Hours: Full Time (Mon-Fri 10-7pm) Salary: £20,000 p.a. (plus £2000 training budget to spend on LJS courses) […]

Do you like the idea to spending a day a week learning a range of professional jewellery techniques? Have you browsed the Diploma in Creative Jewellery website but not yet taken the plunge or found the right the date? Looking to develop a range of professional jewellery skills using different media from silver and precious […]

What will your jewellery look be this spring? Have you been looking to the catwalks for inspiration. At LJS we’ve been taking a look to see what’s leading the way. It seems for this spring and summer the key words are bright, big and bold. A browse through the magazine and fashion blogs brings up […]

Over the past few weeks we’ve been asking you to share photographs of your Valentine’s Day inspired jewellery. There’s been a tremenduous response and you can see all the entries here. There were lots of interesting ideas about the meaning of different gemstones and what “love” makes you think about. It was a difficult choice but […]

We’ve added another step-by-step jewellery making guide to our projects page. These Swarovski Crystal earrings by Gail Florio are prefect for a Valentine’s night out and easy to make by following six simple steps. Our collection of projects for you to make at home cover the wide range of techniques we teach at LJS – […]

We have an exciting event happening on Friday 1 March. We’ve teamed up with some great jewellery suppliers and the Guild of Jewellery Designers  for an evening at the London Jewellery School  studio where you can:  Take advantage of exclusive discounts Ask  suppliers about their range See tools demonstrated Network with other jewellery makers All […]