Due to unprecedented demand all appointment spaces are currently filled and the earliest available time to see John to discuss your Jewellery needs is August 2023.
Prior appointments are strictly necessary for all types of work, from commissioning new Engagement/Wedding Rings to remodelling of existing pieces and repairs.
If you are happy to book in advance to secure your spot please make contact either by email, phone, or social media and we can lock you in to a space that is still available.
Welcome to John McAleer Handcrafted Jewellery, a custom Jewellery designer based on the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula in Victoria.
Partnered with his wife Carolyn, they are proud to be part of a very exciting local business highlighting the artistic diversity of the region.
You will find them operating from the Artisans of Australia Gallery space in Drysdale.
John's story started some 38 years ago and has grown into a passion to help create and be a part ofyour special moments, custom making a piece of Jewellery for you is what he loves to do.
Winner of the 'Jewellery Apprentice of the Year' in his final year of study, John has gone onto make countless amazing pieces for many families, including making the 'MasterChef Immunity Pins' for the long running Australian hit television show, henow brings his expertise to the people of the Bellarine Peninsula.
John will work closely with you to design and create your special piece, to realise your vision, together you will create your dream piece.
He can use existing Jewellery, either yours personally or something passed down through your family, using it to create a brand new piece. Recycling existing materials gives you the ability to have a further emotional connection to your commissioned piece from the start.
Jewellery making Workshops new release of Classes.
You now have the chance to take an ongoing 6 x week short course with John, where you will be creating 3 x bespoke pieces in his well equipped workshop that you will take home with you upon completion. Learn what it takes to be a working Jeweller and possibly set up your own bespoke creative business
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Please note Strictly by appointment only
It's just come to my attention that a lot of my email responses are going to peoples 'JUNK' mail folders, I respond to very email I receive so please check your 'JUNK' mail folder if you do not get a reply from me.