5 Outstanding Qualities of a Worldly Woman

5 Outstanding Qualities of a Worldly Woman

If you’ve been here before, you’ve likely seen the term worldly woman used to describe the person who loves to wear my jewellery. I know her well and I love what she stands for. So exactly who and what is she? Allow me to introduce you. The word “worldly” encompasses...
The Florence Jewellery Bridge – Ponte Vecchio

The Florence Jewellery Bridge – Ponte Vecchio

Wanderlust spirits get restless. We need to scratch that itch, get out there and discover the world. It was my turn… When my lovely sister-in-law announced that she was getting married in Italy, weeks of research went into where we wanted to go and what we wanted to...
Packaged to Perfection

Packaged to Perfection

At SHIKHAZURI, we take packaging seriously. Very seriously! When we received a flattering testimonial from a customer who described her recent purchase as packaged to perfection, we felt inspired to share our delightful process with you. The ceremonial ritual Your...
What are your Jewellery Resolutions?

What are your Jewellery Resolutions?

Resolutions to implement change aren’t just for the new year. In Ekhart Tolle’s famous words “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the NOW the primary focus of your life.” Now that I’ve got you in the right frame of mind, here are 5 golden...
Spring Cleaning Your Jewellery Collection

Spring Cleaning Your Jewellery Collection

You know what an ordeal spring cleaning can be, but when it comes to spring cleaning your jewellery collection it can actually be quite fun, especially when you dive in with the mind set of “out with the old and in with the new”. I won’t judge if you’re a jewellery...
Turkana Beaded Jewellery and Fascinating Traditions

Turkana Beaded Jewellery and Fascinating Traditions

The 18th of April every year marks World Heritage Day (International Day for Monuments and Sites) which presents an opportunity to appreciate World Heritage Sites scattered across the world with each exhibiting various levels of uniqueness from both cultural and...
Introducing Simply Zuri

Introducing Simply Zuri

I’m so excited to announce the launch of my new jewellery and corporate accessories line, Simply Zuri. First, a bit of the backstory to get you up to speed. As you know, I love discovering and working with ethnic beads, intriguing artefacts, unusual stones and...
Colour Your World

Colour Your World

 “Man needs colour to live; it’s just as necessary an element as fire and water.” Fernand Leger I couldn’t agree more. Colour plays a vital role in our everyday lives. As a powerful form of communication, it can sway your thinking, change your actions or cause...

Ancient and Cultural Symbols of Love

There’s no doubt about it. The heart is one of the most universally recognised symbols of love. But it’s not the only one. Symbols of love exist in different shapes and forms. Wouldn’t it be more interesting to express it with one of these rather than the...
The Story behind Valentines

The Story behind Valentines

You’ve just about recovered from Christmas, but the next holiday is drawing closer. Snowflakes, tinsel and fairy lights are being replaced by red hearts. Valentines already? Yes, the month of love is almost upon us. But have you ever thought what all the fuss is...