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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An elegant display of Magpie Gems' remembrance jewellery on a fabric backdrop with forget-me-not flowers

The Power of Symbolic Jewellery: Honouring Loved Ones with Remembrance Pieces

Birthstone CharmsLavinia Untea
In the heart of every piece of remembrance jewellery from Magpie Gems lies a story, a memory, and a tribute to loved ones passed. Our collection offers personalised and meaningful ways to keep your cherished memories close, always.
An elegant display of Magpie Gems' remembrance jewellery on a fabric backdrop with forget-me-not flowers

The Power of Symbolic Jewellery: Honouring Loved Ones with Remembrance Pieces

Birthstone CharmsLavinia Untea
In the heart of every piece of remembrance jewellery from Magpie Gems lies a story, a memory, and a tribute to loved ones passed. Our collection offers personalised and meaningful ways to keep your cherished memories close, always.

Celebrating Achievement: Graduations in Ireland

Academic AchievementsLavinia Untea

Celebrate academic achievements with symbolic silver jewellery from Magpie Gems. Explore how graduations are honoured in Ireland and discover thoughtful gift ideas for graduates.

Summer 2024 Jewellery Trends: Embrace the New Season with Magpie Gems

Summer 2024 Jewellery Trends: Embrace the New Season with Magpie Gems

2024 Jewellery TrendsLavinia Untea
Discover the latest Summer 2024 jewellery trends, and embrace the new season with Magpie Gems' stunning collection. Explore our beautiful pieces that align with the latest styles.
Magpie Gems blog header with heart frame portrait and title “Magpie Muse: Alexandra’s Love Story with Handmade Jewellery.

A Sparkling Love Affair: My Journey with Magpie Gems Jewellery

Magpie Muse— Guest Blogger & Magpie Muse ·Makeup Artist & Creative Soul, Geneva, Switzerland

This edition of our Magpie Muse Series shines a light on Alexandra Prisacaru — a talented makeup artist, creative spirit, and new mother living in Geneva, Switzerland.

Alexandra’s journey with Magpie Gems began back in 2017 at a community event in Dublin, where a lucky raffle ticket introduced her to a pair of dainty daisy ear threader earrings. What started as a chance encounter soon blossomed into a love affair with handcrafted jewellery and a lasting friendship across borders.

In her guest post, Alexandra shares how Magpie Gems jewellery has become part of her creative expression — pairing sparkling pieces with her makeup artistry, celebrating milestones, and adding confidence to everyday life. Her words reflect not just the beauty of jewellery, but the kindness, connection, and empowerment it can bring.

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An elegant display of Magpie Gems' jewellery celebrating the birth of a child, featuring a birthstone necklace, an engraved bracelet, and a mother-child pendant on a pastel-colored fabric, adorned with soft toys and a baby's breath bouquet.

The Power of Symbolic Jewellery: Celebrating the Birth of a Child with Magpie Gems

Custom birthstone necklacesLavinia Untea
Celebrate the joyous arrival of a new baby with Magpie Gems' symbolic jewellery. Our bespoke pieces, including birthstone necklaces and personalised bracelets, offer a timeless way to commemorate this precious new chapter in your life.

Celebrating Faith Life Events in Ireland: Traditions, Customs, and Symbolic Silver Jewellery

ChristeningLavinia Untea
Discover the symbolism behind religious jewellery gifts for Christening, Communion, and Confirmation ceremonies, and explore meaningful gift ideas for these special occasions celebrated in Ireland.
May Birthstone Jewellery by Magpie Gems featuring Austrian Crystal Emerald stones.

May Birthstones: Explore Magpie Gems’ Emerald Jewellery Collection

Austrian Crystal EmeraldLavinia Untea
Discover the beauty of May's birthstone, emerald, through Magpie Gems' stunning Austrian Crystal Emerald jewellery collection.
Artistic display of Magpie Gems jewellery including a graduation charm bracelet, anniversary ring, and birthstone necklace, arranged on a vintage table with brand colors blue, pink, and turquoise highlighted.

The Power of Symbolic Jewellery: How Our Pieces Mark Life’s Milestones

Anniversary JewelleryLavinia Untea
In the journey of life, each milestone deserves a celebration. Discover how Magpie Gems' symbolic jewellery pieces encapsulate the moments that define us, from graduations and anniversaries to special birthdays. Each piece is more than just an accessory; it's a marker of personal history, crafted with care and imbued with meaning.
April Birthstone Jewellery by Magpie Gems featuring Crystal Clear and Crystal AB stones.

April Birthstones: Explore Magpie Gems’ Diamond Jewellery Collection

April BirthstoneLavinia Untea
Celebrate April with radiant diamond-inspired jewellery from Magpie Gems. Explore our exquisite collection featuring Crystal Clear and Crystal AB pieces that capture the timeless beauty of April's birthstone.
Spring 2024 Jewellery by Magpie Gems featuring vibrant colours, nature-inspired designs, and personalised pieces.

Spring 2024 Jewellery Trends: Embrace the New Season with Magpie Gems

2024 Jewellery TrendsLavinia Untea
Discover the latest Spring 2024 jewellery trends, and embrace the new season with Magpie Gems' stunning collection. Explore our beautiful pieces that align with the latest styles.
Art challenge Day 1 - traditional Martisor, Magpie Gems Jewellery Ireland - magpiegems-ie

Art challenge Day 1 - traditional Martisor

1 MarchLavinia Untea
When I was growing up, my grandma had a huge box holding all the little trinket lucky charms she received during the years on the 1st of March whe...
Close-up of a sterling silver personalized name necklace from Magpie Gems with the name 'Roisin' in elegant cursive script, hanging gracefully on a delicate silver chain.

Where to Get Your Name on a Necklace and Craft Your Unique Narrative

Artistic JewelryLavinia Untea

A Necklace of Multiple Stories


But what if your story involves more than one name or word? What if you want to arry the names of your children, your family, or words that hold a special place in your heart? At Magpie Gems, we have the perfect solution for you: chain necklaces with multiple names or meaningful words.

These chain necklaces are a beautiful way to encapsulate the people and values that matter most to you. Each link in the chain tells a story, creating a unique and meaningful piece of jewelry that's as personal as it gets. Whether you want to wear the names of your children, the initials of your family members, or words that inspire you, we can craft it into a chain necklace that you'll cherish forever.

Just like our single-name necklaces, our chain necklaces are crafted with the same precision and care. Each name or word is intricately engraved into the links, ensuring that every detail is perfect. You can choose from various fonts and styles to create a chain necklace that perfectly reflects your taste and sentiment.

Magpie Gems: Crafting Stories of Empowerment and Elegance

Magpie Gems: Crafting Stories of Empowerment and Elegance

Birth and baby shower giftsLavinia Untea
Welcome to Magpie Gems: Where Jewelry Tells Your Story

At Magpie Gems, we believe that jewelry is more than just a beautiful accessory; it's a reflection of your unique journey through life. Our silver jewelry, lovingly handcrafted in the picturesque County Cork, Ireland, is designed to celebrate empowerment, mark life's most significant milestones, and accompany you on your personal adventures.

Every piece of jewelry at Magpie Gems carries a profound meaning, making it more than just an adornment. Whether you're a recent graduate, navigating the complexities of grief, cherishing the beauty of childbirth, or commemorating special moments like birthdays and anniversaries, we have a piece that encapsulates your story.

Join us in adorning life's chapters with symbolic elegance, and explore a world where jewelry transcends mere decoration to become a testament of your unique narrative. Welcome to Magpie Gems, where your jewelry tells your story.

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