Fundamentally, the difference between Engraving, Hand Stamping and Etching at Megan Goldner Designs is that Engraving is done with a machine, Hand Stamping is all by hand, and Etching is done with a chemical process. But let’s explore each by delving in a little deeper to get a better understanding of which might be the right choice for you. Read More
‘There is a vital connection between creativity and mysticism. To engage with the creative impulse is to agree to take a voyage into the heart of the Mystery.’ Read More
Fingerprint and handwriting jewellery is a great way to carry that special message from a loved one with you and we here at Megan Goldner Designs is all about Keepsakes 😉 We use a combination of machine engraving, hand engraving, marking, etching and/or stamping to achieve the best possible result. So how do you how what a good quality vs a bad quality picture is to send to us? Read More
What is mica? Where do we get us? Is it sage? We are exited to be launching our brand new color chart in the next couple of weeks. Our new MGD Color Chart will give you endless color and ‘texture’ options to make your MGD pieces as unique as the memory that we are paying tribute to. Read More
Cleaning your jewels is as essential as cleaning your hands. Take a look at our expert tips on how to keep your jewellery clean during the COVID-19 outbreak. Read More
Where magic and science meets, you will find healing stones and crystals. The new earrings is up on the website, and although beautiful in their simplicity, there are so much more to each stone. Read on to find your perfect stone. Read More
Keepsake jewellery offers a creative outlet for me, which is in itself a healing experience, and through it, it serves and enables my clients to hold a small part or remembrance of a loved one or pet, not only during the time of mourning, but many, many years later as well. Read More
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 the best use for your plastic straws! Read More
Wear your heritage I am so proud to be South African. Despite the struggles we face as a country, I believe that all our troubles can be overcome by a little understanding, kindness and love. If we can learn to love ourselves, with all our flaws and mistakes, we can learn to love each other and enjoy our human experience in our short time here on earth. I thought about how I can create a feeling of nostalgia, a feeling of pride, and a feeling of unity for South Africa in my clients through my art, and I remembered that my mother had a bag full of old South African coins stored somewhere in a dark cupboard. Chatting with her while counting the coins, inspiration struck, and the first series in the collection was born. Read More
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 desire to live a more simple life. Read More
2018 Cut Off Dates, specials and discount coupons! Lets do this! Read More
Weather copper really is a treatment for arthritis and rheumatism, we don’t know, but the warm glow emanating from a beautifully polished piece of copper jewelry is hard to come by. Read on to find out how to care for your copper and brass jewellery, and also why you are turning green… Read More
The problem with most SA consumers it that they don’t take the time to appreciate the journey of handmade items. The hours of research, concept development, design time, fabricating & finishing time, hours and money spent on skills development, and general workshop expenses that goes into the creating of jewellery pieces. Read More
Making and designing a ring might not sound like a whole lot of work to the person buying online or walking into the studio to purchase, but in reality, there are so many steps involved, it would make you stop and appreciate the skill and craftsmanship going into it if you knew. Read More
Hi! Welcome to my very first blog entry for Megan Goldner Designs! I am Megan Göldner, the creative designer, the CVO (Chief Visionary Officer), the manufacturer and my own tea lady 😀 My work is inspired by shapes, sizes, textures, colors, sounds and feelings that is evoked when I look at an object. My desire is to create something you will cherish, something that will assist you on your life journey, a heirloom that will be treasured and handed down for many generations. With an internet based shop (no brick and mortar for me!), it can get quite tricky sometimes to build relationships with my clients, seeing that I don’t get to meet them in person very often. Facebook is a wonderful tool to learn customer buying trends, and what they like, and what they would rather give a miss, but a lot of the time, my clients will engage in conversation from the page, and I have made so many real life friends in that manner, it almost unbelievable. Thank you for sharing in my journey. ~Megan Read More
