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Magpie Gems Journal

Discover the stories, meanings & guides behind our handcrafted jewellery. From symbolism to seasonal gifting, our journal is your source of inspiration.

Personalised & Custom Jewellery

Articles exploring name necklaces, engraved designs, children’s keepsakes, and the meaning behind custom jewellery.

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Symbolism & Meaning

Dive into the stories behind Irish symbols, zodiac signs, birthstones, and birthflowers — jewellery that carries deeper meaning.

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Occasions & Milestones

Guides and inspiration for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, motherhood, and more special life chapters.

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Gift Guides & Gifting Ideas

Helpful guides for finding the perfect jewellery gift — whether it’s for Christmas, Mother’s Day, or “just because.”

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Jewellery Care & Materials

Practical advice on cleaning, storing, and protecting your silver and gold jewellery, plus insights into materials we use.

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Trends, Style & Fashion

Style inspiration and jewellery trends — from layering tips to seasonal looks that help you sparkle every day.

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Behind the Scenes / Craft & Process

Stories from the Magpie Gems workshop: handcrafting techniques, sourcing ethics, and how each design is brought to life.

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Jewellery Hacks

Quick and clever jewellery tips — from polishing shortcuts to creative styling tricks — to keep your sparkle effortless.

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Martisor - Friendship & Cultural

Discover the Romanian Martisor tradition, its symbolism, and how we celebrate friendship and new beginnings through jewellery.

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Notes from the Nest 🪶

Personal reflections, brand updates, and creative musings from Magpie Gems — a closer look at our journey and values.

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Magpie Gems Stories that Shine

How to clean your sterling silver jewellery and save it from tarnish

How to clean your sterling silver jewellery and save it from tarnish

Silver Jewellery cleaningLavinia Untea
So you've discovered your perfect Magpie Gems jewellery and are completely in love with it. Or, you may have come across this blog and become hooked with sterling silver. Regardless of your motivation, you've arrived at the most important question: how do I care for sterling silver jewelry?

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