Absolutely. However, whenever you’re getting ready to hop in the shower, take a dip in the pool, tend to your garden, create some art, or do anything that could potentially damage your jewellery, we recommend that you take it off and keep it in a safe spot. We also recommend taking your jewellery off when you apply hand sanitiser, makeup, hair products, lotions, or spritzing on your favourite perfume.

Keep an eye out for chlorine, which you might find in the pool, or bleach – it can slowly wear down your jewellery’s shine and strength over time.

Non-traditional stones such as opals, pearls and other soft stones should be worn occasionally and aren’t recommended for engagement or wedding rings.

For those who work with their hands or are hard on their jewellery, we recommend low settings and bezel set pieces, as they will give the stone the most protection. We can design your piece specifically for your lifestyle.

Yes, we do. Regular servicing is the key to keeping your jewellery looking its best and ensuring no stones are lost. We suggest that you bring your Claire Brooks jewellery in for a little TLC every 6-12 months. The length of time needed between services depends on the style of your piece, the type of stone, and how rough you are with your jewellery.

We’ll give your piece a thorough assessment to make sure nothing is broken. Cleaning your piece in our ultrasonic is a great way to see if any of the stones are loose/falling out and to give your piece a nice shine.

If we find any issues during the checkup, we’ll let you know and give you a quote for any necessary repairs. For all the details about our warranty, take a look at our terms and conditions.

Yes! We create bespoke jewellery so you can have the perfect piece that reflects who you are. We also create pieces of sentimental jewellery using heirloom ceramics, fabrics, coins, sea glass and other treasures.

If there’s a pre-made piece in our studio that you’d like customised – we can do that too! Please contact us through our website.

We’re thrilled to work with customers from all over the world, and we’re flexible in how we connect with you. Whether it’s a phone call, email, or even a video chat, we’re here to make the consultation process as convenient as possible. Just reach out, and let’s start planning your ideal piece together.

Yes, we can. We always recommend that you get your stone valued and appraised before bringing it to us – that way, you’ll know exactly what kind of stone it is and if there’s anything we need to know about.

Remember that while we take great care with your stones, we don’t take responsibility for any damage that may be caused during the creation process due to damage from wear, internal flaws, weaknesses or treatments. There is also some risk in removing stones from their original settings which is worth considering when deciding whether to use an heirloom stone or choosing a new one.

Don’t have a stone? No problem! We also have a wonderful range of stones at the studio. We can even source them for you.

Find out how to care for your Claire Brooks jewellery here.

It’s really important to us that your special piece lasts the test of time. While silver is perfect for costume jewellery, it is a relatively soft metal. silver tends to wear down faster compared to gold or other precious metals when you wear it on your finger. That’s why, for bridal rings, we recommend choosing white gold instead. It’ll keep your special ring looking its best for years to come.

We post our jewellery anywhere in Australia and even internationally. Send me a DM or visit us in the studio, and we can give you an estimated quote for postage.

My studio is located at 120 Partridge St, Glenelg South, SA 5045. Hope to see you there!

My studio is open from 10 am to 5 pm Wednesday to Saturday and from 10 am to 2:30 pm on Tuesdays. We’re closed on Sunday and Monday.

Alternatively, you can contact me on 0403 768 378 during studio hours.