Background
Whilst at primary school in the seventies, I was involved in an anti-littering project in Germany, and a tree-saving and planting project in the Netherlands. I have been passionate about the environment ever since, doing what I can on a personal front and approaching my business in the same way.
Resins
I use eco-resin, sometimes referred to as bio resin. It is made from the by-products of the chemical industry and has a 35% reduced carbon footprint compared to other products that can be used for the same purpose.
None of the resins I use contain any solvents or other volatile substances that cause environmental damage.
Precious Metals
All gold used in my pieces is 100% recycled and I use 100% recycled silver where possible. Luckily, the jewellery trade is becoming increasingly environmentally-conscious with 100% recycled bullion and findings becoming more readily available as a result.
Gemstones
All gemstones are ethically sourced from reputable suppliers. No gemstones purchased since the unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine originate from Russia.
Process
None of the eco-resin I use ends up in our waterways when sanding. Instead, I use settlement tanks to rinse the wet and dry paper. Once the water has evaporated off, the residue is disposed of correctly.
Packaging
All my packaging is recycled, recyclable, reusable or compostable.
I embellish with Kraft wrapping paper and ribbons by special request rather than routinely, which may simply add to landfill.
I also re-use postal boxes and envelopes when available.