Our keepsakes are so much more than just jewellery. They can bring comfort and healing, give you a warm emotional hug or remind you of favourite moments with your loved ones. When we experience grief and loss, we wonder Read More
Cremation ashes – A world of wonder
TRIGGER WARNING! The following post contain graphic descriptions and photographs of cremation ashes and/or processes. If you feel that you may be triggered by such information, please consider this before reading any further. Lifeline – National Counselling line: 0861 322 Read More
Let’s get personal. My story.
I’m Megan, the 40-something-year-old solitary force behind Megan Goldner Designs. I’m completely obsessed with creating Keepsake jewellery – it’s more than just a job, it’s my calling. Every Keepsake piece I create feels imbued with a profound purpose. It’s more Read More
Keeping Loved Ones Close: The Pros and Cons of Cremation Jewellery
Cremation jewellery has become an increasingly popular way to memorialize loved ones. But is it the right choice for you? This beautiful option offers a unique way to keep cherished memories close, but there are also some important considerations. Let’s Read More
SANParks impacted by Inconsiderate Memorials and Scatterings
Scattering ashes in South African National Parks (SANParks), including the Kruger National Park (KNP), is a practice that has been in place for years. However, there are specific procedures and guidelines to follow to ensure respect for the environment and other visitors. In Read More
Beware of package scams
Nothing’s better than finding out you’ve got a package waiting for you, and cybercriminals know that all too well. That’s why they like to send fake notifications alerting you to a package waiting for you. Of course, all they really Read More
How much does it cost for custom designed Keepsake jewellery?
If you can’t find something you like in our extensive range, or you feel that something specifically designed for you is the right fit, we are here to help. Unfortunately, the cost of custom designed jewellery cannot be compared to Read More
Keepsake Design Options
The choice is always yours… Here at Megan Goldner Designs, we have various design options when it comes to Keepsake items with memorial ashes. The most important part to remember is that as all cremains are different in colour and consistency Read More
A pursuit of creativity
With silly season in full swing, and me trying to keep myself grounded in the chaos that is the day to day in my workshop, this still resonates with me so hard! I just had to share it again: ‘There Read More
Fingerprint and Handwriting Jewellery
Fingerprint, pawprint and handwriting jewellery is a great way to carry that special message from a loved one or pet with you and we here at Megan Goldner Designs is all about Keepsakes 😉 We use a combination of machine Read More
Mica pigments
Natural Form One of the initial questions that most people have regarding mica pigment is the most obvious: what is it? Mica is the name given to a group of silicate minerals which can be ground down into a sparkling Read More
The Insider’s Guide to Cleaning Your Jewellery During the COVID-19 Outbreak
How many times can you wash your hands while singing “Happy Birthday” in a single day? How much hand sanitizer can you squirt in 24 hours? These are questions you never thought you would have to ask, but these are strange times, and Read More
Beyond the Sterling Silver Simple Stone Earrings
Beyond the Sterling Silver Simple Stone Earrings The new earrings is up on the website, and although beautiful in their simplicity, there are so much more to each stone. Lets explore them: Ametrine Ametrine is a transparent crystals that is composed Read More
The difference between Engraving, Hand Stamping and Etching
Fundamentally, the difference between Engraving, Hand Stamping and Etching at Megan Goldner Designs is that Engraving is done with a machine or by hand, Hand Stamping is all by hand, and Etching is done with a chemical process. But let’s Read More
Keepsake thoughts
I sometimes sit and ask myself ‘Why am I making Keepsake jewellery?’, and it always comes back to a few thoughts that is constantly my driving force.. Losing a loved one is perhaps, if not, one of the most difficult Read More
A ridiculously simple to way to store your necklaces that prevents tangles
Finally a good use for plastic drinking straws! We all them… stashed in the cubbyhole of our car, or in the dreaded kitchen drawer where everything ‘else’ gets shoved into. But no matter where they are gathering dust, here is Read More
A South African Story…
A South African Story… There’s a beautiful story about human worth that comes out of the ugliness of war. During the second Anglo-Boer War (South African War) of 1899-1902, the English were struggling to defeat the Boers who had adopted Read More
Reflections and looking forward
2018 was a year of growth and reflection for myself and MGD. It was a year of trying different styles, finding my feet, and discovering my niche. It was a year of internal struggles between my monstrous ambition and my Read More
It’s the end of 2018!
With less than 7 weeks till we are in 2019, and the year end madness in full swing, I though I would share some information and dates with you for our panning for the next couple of weeks. **BLACK FRIDAY Read More
How to care for Copper & Brass Jewellery
Copper is an essential trace mineral necessary for survival. Most of the copper in the body is found in the liver, brain, heart, kidneys and skeletal muscle. Copper helps with the formation of collagen, increases the absorption of iron and Read More