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The Pieces of Eight Journal

Australian SapphireJun 11, 20262 min read
Entwined Forever: Mel & Brie

"Once upon a clifftop stood the most beautiful couple, Mel and Brie, who vowed to spend their days entwined in one another’s hearts forever.With their two besties, their dog and dreamy music echoin...

Baroque PearlsJun 4, 20263 min read
Luminous for Life: A Guide to Caring for Your Pearl Jewellery

Pearls are timeless symbols of elegance and sophistication, but unlike hardier gemstones, they require a little extra attention to maintain their exquisite lustre and remain beautiful for generatio...

contemporary jewellery melbourneMay 28, 20264 min read
La Grande Fête: In Conversation with DANIEL + EMMA

Playful, nostalgic and unmistakably bold, the objects at the centre of La Grande Fête transform familiar foods and everyday cravings into sculptural, functional design pieces. Created by design duo...

9ct Yellow GoldMay 27, 20263 min read
Piece by Piece: Amy Renshaw's 'Capturing the Essence' Earrings

Piece by Piece is an ongoing journal series dedicated to examining individual works of jewellery with attention to material, form and intention. Each feature draws focus to a single piece or small...

Amy RenshawMay 21, 20261 min read
La Grande Fête: Opening Night

Last Thursday evening, we welcomed guests to Pieces of Eight for the opening of La Grande Fête, presented as part of Melbourne Design Week. Bringing together the playful, sculptural objects of des...

Contemporary JewelleryApr 30, 20261 min read
Coming Soon: La Grande Fête for Melbourne Design Week

We're so excited for the upcoming launch of our next exhibition, La Grande Fête! Presented by Pieces of Eight Gallery as part of Melbourne Design Week 2026, this curated contemporary jewellery exhi...

CompetitionApr 29, 20261 min read
Mother's Day Giveaway

We’re excited to celebrate the mother figures in our lives next Sunday May 10, and are running a competition to help spread the love! Enter our Mother's Day giveaway for your chance to win a curate...

Artist InterviewApr 27, 20262 min read
Step Inside the Colourful, Kaleidoscopic World of Kate Rohde: A Studio Visit

There is nothing quite like the energy of an artist’s studio, especially when it involves the kaleidoscopic world of contemporary visual artist, Kate Rohde. At Pieces of Eight we celebrate the mess...

antique diamondsApr 23, 20262 min read
A Sparkling Guide: How To Care For Your Diamond Jewellery

Diamonds are one of the hardest materials on earth, making them an exceptional choice for jewellery intended to be worn daily — rings in particular. A diamond's resistance to wear and surface scrat...

Contemporary JewelleryApr 21, 20261 min read
Editorial: Pieces of Eight x July Luggage

July's Juliette Collection Featuring Pieces of Eight ArtistsFrom left to right: Lisa Roet, Tara Lofhelm, Melanie Katsalidis and Tilda Cole Jewellery from Pieces of Eight Gallery featured in the la...

18ct White GoldApr 2, 20263 min read
Piece by Piece: Shimara Carlow's 'Fancy Green Stack' Ring

Piece by Piece is an ongoing journal series dedicated to examining individual works of jewellery with attention to material, form and intention. Each feature draws focus to a single piece or small...

bespoke engagement ringMar 26, 20265 min read
The Art of the Perfect Pair: How to Choose a Wedding Band That Complements Your Engagement Ring

Choosing a wedding band is one of the most meaningful moments in the wedding journey, but it can also feel surprisingly complex. While the engagement ring marks the beginning of your story, the wed...

Amy RenshawMar 19, 20263 min read
Step Inside an Artist's Space: A Visit to Amy Renshaw's Melbourne Jewellery Studio

Tucked within Melbourne’s vibrant creative landscape, Amy Renshaw’s jewellery studio is a place where artistry and craftsmanship come together. It is here - amongst the quiet rhythm of a space ded...

Colour PopMar 16, 20263 min read
A World in Colour: New Resin Object Works by Kate Rohde

With the reopening of our Russell Place gallery last year came a vibrant new suite of resin vessels by Melbourne-based artist Kate Rohde. Known for her fantastical forms and luminous colour palette...

Contemporary ArtMar 12, 20262 min read
Fresh! Introducing the Pieces of Eight Catalyst Award

Pieces of Eight is proud to introduce our inaugural contribution to Craft's Fresh! Award, the Pieces of Eight Catalyst Award. Presented annually since 1993, Fresh! showcases the energy, skill and i...

Behind the ScenesMar 5, 20262 min read
Celebrating Pieces of Eight at Mount Monument

Last Friday, the Pieces of Eight team gathered to celebrate our much anticipated, if slightly belated, end of year celebration with a visit to the spectacular Mount Monument winery in the Macedon ...

BespokeMar 4, 20262 min read
Demystifying the Bespoke Process

A Bespoke Journey: How We Create A Custom Piece of Jewellery At Pieces of Eight, we believe the most beautiful jewellery is that which tells a personal story. While our curated collections feature...

18ct Yellow GoldFeb 26, 20263 min read
Piece by Piece: Tessa Blazey's 'Bella & God' Ring

Piece by Piece is an ongoing journal series dedicated to examining individual works of jewellery with attention to material, form and intention. Each feature draws focus to a single piece or small ...

Anna MarroneFeb 26, 20264 min read
Meet Hannah Chambers: Behind the Counter at Pieces of Eight

If you’ve visited Pieces of Eight Gallery during the last year and half, you’ve likely had the pleasure of being greeted by Hannah Chambers. Joining the team as the gallery’s Retail Manager in earl...

bespoke engagement ringFeb 19, 20263 min read
A Love Less Ordinary: Redefining the Engagement Ring

Once bound by tradition, the engagement ring has undergone a quiet transformation. While a classic solitaire, set on a simple band of gold remains an icon, it is no longer the only expression of ...

18ct White GoldFeb 19, 20261 min read
New Arrivals: Emma Jane Donald

  We’re thrilled to share an exceptional new suite of jewellery from Emma Jane Donald, who has recently relocated from Auckland back to Melbourne. With her return home comes ten stunning new piece...

9ct Yellow GoldFeb 12, 20261 min read
Fresh Adornment by Seb Brown

We’re delighted to welcome a new selection of works from highly collectable artist Seb Brown, whose jewellery practice treats metal as both material and canvas. Shaped by diverse influences that mo...

Feb 7, 20262 min read
Amethyst: February’s Regal Stone of Serenity

Amethyst has long enchanted the world with its luminous purple hues and mystic appeal. Once as prized as rubies and emeralds, this elegant quartz gemstone was revered across ancient civilisations ...

9ct Yellow GoldFeb 4, 20263 min read
Piece by Piece: Suzi Zutic's 'Golden Apparition #2' Ring from her 'Saints' Series

  Piece by Piece is an ongoing journal series dedicated to examining individual works of jewellery, with attention to material, form and intention. Each feature draws focus to a single piece or sm...