Ethical Statement
The environmental impact of my jewellery will always be at the forefront of my designing, making and packaging processes. If I can’t find an ethical way to create a piece of jewellery, that often means I need to take a different route. In my ethical statement, I will outline some ways in which Lorna Grace Jewellery is taking steps towards a greener world.
Making
I design and make each piece of jewellery in my workshop in the Cotswolds without importing any products made outside the UK.
All metals I buy new for bespoke pieces or collections is recycled in the UK, while cast jewellery is made from recycled industry metal previously scrapped metal. I can provide Fairtrade gold to customers who prefer it. I save all metal shavings and dust from my work to melt down and reuse at a later date. I ensure all gemstones used are from sustainable businesses who uphold strict ethical practices within their mines and cutting processes. I have access to Canada-mark and ocean-sourced diamonds should you desire a Kimberly certified diamond that is traceable from mine, to cutter, to finished product.
I have minimised the use of toxins in my workshop to a point of almost nil, while making the business paperless where possible. I recycle, repurpose and reuse any plastics and non-biodegradable products, and carefully dispose of any hazardous products that must be used during the making of my jewellery.
Packaging
My boxes, care cards, thank you cards, business cards, stickers, tissue paper, jewellery bags, and postal boxes and bags are all made from recycled materials.
I reuse all of the boxes and bubble wrap from previous parcels, so don’t be surprised if you receive one of my pieces in an unbranded postal box! Lorna Grace Jewellery is committed to every step of the process being eco-friendly.
