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MY PROCESS, MY CRAFT: A LOOK INSIDE THE WORKSHOP

 

Every piece begins here — at the bench, with gold in hand and a sense of purpose.

My process is rooted in tradition, shaped by twenty years of experience, and guided by a simple belief: jewellery should be made with care, worn with meaning, and built to last.

Rachel Swan Goldsmith Shopfront

THE WORKSHOP

 

Welcome to my workshop, located in the grounds of the recently 

refurbished Craft Courtyard, in the picturesque surroundings of

Marlay Park, Rathfarnham.

Overlooked by the historic 18th Century Marlay House, the courtyard is within the grounds of 300 acres of parkland. 

Visitors are welcome to call into my

workshop and browse the full collection of handmade jewellery on display.

My workshop is open 5 days a week and you can check opening hours here

THE PROCESS

I hand make all my jewellery from my Marlay Park workshop using traditional techniques.

Each piece is lovingly designed and created from scratch.

From the first idea to the end product, each diamond, pearl and coloured gemstone is hand picked by myself, for you.

Rachel Swan Goldsmith, Marlay Park, Dublin
Rachel Swan Goldsmith

THE MAKER

I’ve been making jewellery since 2005. I trained through a traditional apprenticeship, learning not just the techniques of goldsmithing, but the patience, discipline, and intuition that come with working metal by hand.

 

Jewellery has been part of my life for two decades - not just as a profession, but as an obsession.

 

I work from my studio in Marlay Park, Dublin, where every piece begins at the bench and is shaped by hand.

My designs are made in small batches using 9ct and 18ct gold, often paired with natural pearls, diamonds, and carefully chosen gemstones. I’m drawn to clean lines, soft curves, and the kind of finishes that invite touch - a balance of satin texture and perfect polish.

There’s inspiration everywhere: in Irish landscapes, ancient forms, and the quiet clarity of good design. But my work always returns to this - making pieces that feel thoughtful, enduring, and a pleasure to wear.

In 2022, my studio was listed in the Michelangelo Foundation’s Homo Faber Guide, recognising excellence in European craftsmanship. It’s an honour - but what matters most is that each piece finds a place in someone’s story.

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