Toronto’s indie jewellery boutiques carry one-of-a-kind accessories in a variety of taste preferences and price points. Give your outfit an added bit of bling with custom-made pieces from these jewellery shops.
Self-employed designers work on-site at this creative jewellery studio in Parkdale. The 20 in-house goldsmiths toil away in the back workspace and sell their wares up front in the sparkling showroom. The retail shop offers everything from grab-and-go bangles to brightly-coloured costume jewellery to precious diamond engagement rings. Customers can also meet one-on-one with designers to collaborate on unusual customized pieces. The full-service shop offers cleaning, repairs, alterations, appraisals, engraving and more.
Take a DIY approach at this West Queen West jewellery studio. Would-be goldsmiths can sign up for a variety of educational workshops covering a range of jewellery-making skills including silversmithing, beading, glass fusing and more. The popular wedding band workshop lets couples come together to create a true labour of love. Brides and grooms work together to craft their own customized wedding rings (in silver, white or yellow gold) in a six-hour studio session. The retail shop also carries a variety of unique handmade Canadian jewellery.
Owner Gillian E. Batcher has built a diamond in the rough by transforming a run down Roncesvalles rooming house into a 2,000 square foot jewellery studio and retail store. The store’s showroom displays a selection of one-of-a-kind pieces made onsite by resident goldsmiths as well as colourful baubles from Gillian’s own line PASH. The resident jewellers also consult with clients on customized designs, offer repair services and teach classes on beginner and intermediate goldsmithing techniques
Custom engagement rings and Art Nouveau accessories are the main attraction at this sophisticated jewellery boutique in Summerhill. Shoppers can browse through a dazzling selection of high quality vintage-inspired necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings in store or work with owner Tamara Kronis on special customized pieces.