RIP British Academy of Jewellery
My Eulogy for the British Academy of Jewellery
11 September, 2026

The British Academy of Jewellery closed its doors recently. This is my offer of condolences and support to the teachers...

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3Design version 13 cluster ring screenshots
3Design Version 13 Update Released
13 February, 2026

3Design has just released its version 13 update, with several new tools for handling pave, clusters, and trellis settings.

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BLNG AI creative suite for jewellery design
Four Useful AI Tools for Jewellers
19 January, 2026

Here are some of the most potentially interesting AI tools for jewellers I’ve seen emerge over the past few months.

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An example of the milgrain tool in RhinoArtisan
RhinoArtisan – Remote Bespoke Design With Clients Run via Cloud Computing
29 December, 2025

Not too long ago a web service called 2Shapes was brought to my attention. Its premise is an interesting one...

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iJewel - 3D CAD digital sales tools
iJewel – Using CAD for Sales in a Digital Showroom (UPDATED)
17 November, 2025

iJewel is a suite of well-integrated digital sales presentation tools which allow 3D CAD designers and businesses to display their...

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My Eulogy for the British Academy of Jewellery
11 September, 2026

The British Academy of Jewellery closed its doors recently. This is my offer of condolences and support to the teachers and students.

READ MORE
3Design Version 13 Update Released
13 February, 2026

3Design has just released its version 13 update, with several new tools for handling pave, clusters, and trellis settings.

READ MORE
Four Useful AI Tools for Jewellers
19 January, 2026

Here are some of the most potentially interesting AI tools for jewellers I’ve seen emerge over the past few months.

READ MORE
RhinoArtisan – Remote Bespoke Design With Clients Run via Cloud Computing
29 December, 2025

Not too long ago a web service called 2Shapes was brought to my attention. Its premise is an interesting one - remote interactive bespoke design directly with a client. See what I have to think about it.

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Christmas Book Sale – Advanced Jewellery CAD Modelling in Rhino 3D
4 December, 2025

Just in time for Christmas, you can now order Advanced Jewellery CAD Modelling in Rhino 3D for a special promotional price.

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iJewel – Using CAD for Sales in a Digital Showroom (UPDATED)
17 November, 2025

iJewel is a suite of well-integrated digital sales presentation tools which allow 3D CAD designers and businesses to display their work to clients and collaborators in an easy to customise and manipuate format.

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Should you upgrade jewellery CAD software?
20 October, 2023

Today we're talking about an issue which has come up quite frequently in the past couple years-- upgrading your old software. Specifically, why should we, and when and how is the best way to do it?

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Gems and Jewellery Book Review on My CAD Book
21 February, 2023

In which we share a recent book review from Gems & Jewellery Magazine of my book Advanced Jewellery CAD Modelling in Rhino.

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All3DP Article – Best 3D Printers for Jewellery
11 January, 2023

In which I reference All3dp's highly useful annually updated list of top picks for 3D printers usable for jewellery manufacturing.

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Join Jack’s Rhino CAD Challenge for a Chance to Win!
27 July, 2022

Come join Jack's Rhino CAD Challenge for your chance to win a free copy of his new book Advanced Jewellery CAD Techniques in Rhino.

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Not sure where to begin?

If you’re new to the subject of jewellery CAD, or would like to learn more about the basics, I would recommend starting with our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Frequently Asked Questions