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Sustainability

If you choose thoughtful jewellery over throwaway accessories, you’re in the right place

Jewellery that’s kind to the planet

From the materials we choose to the way we run the workshop, we're committed to creating eco-conscious jewellery you can feel good about.

Here are a few ways we minimise our environmental footprint in the workshop and in the pieces we make.

ONE-OFF OR SMALL BATCH JEWELLERY

Our jewellery is one-of-a-kind or made in small runs. We don’t have large warehouses of low-quality stock that becomes landfill at the end of each season. Most of our jewels have a home before they’re even made.

RESPONSIBLE PRECIOUS METALS

Our metal merchants use state-of-the-art systems to filter air, heavy metals and wastewater so toxins aren't released into the environment. Gold and platinum are recycled from jewellery and industry, or sourced from Australasian mines.

POWERED BY CARBON NEUTRAL ENERGY

The emissions associated with supplying energy to our workshop are offset with carbon credits. These credits support projects such as reforestation and renewable energy initiatives, with their own environmental benefits.

ETHICALLY SOURCED GEMSTONES

We source gemstones primarily from Australian merchants, miners and cutters. These include suppliers who restore their mining sites after use, recycle wastewater and are powered by renewable energy.

CLEAR NEUTRAL CERTIFIED

All lab grown diamonds we supply are 100% carbon neutral. Our partner, Clear Neutral, invests in certified carbon reduction initiatives globally so you can enjoy luxury that doesn't cost the earth.

SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING

We send your jewellery into the world in timber jewellery boxes from sustainable forests, recyclable gift boxes and recycled paper packaging. Any protective padding is either recycled or paper-based.

This is just the beginning of our sustainability journey

We're not perfect - we'll be the first to admit that. But we're committed to constantly improving our processes. The information on this page will continue to evolve as we do.

Clear Neutral lab grown diamond certification

100% carbon neutral lab created diamonds

Your diamond supports projects that build renewable
energy sources and benefit local communities for a brighter, cleaner future.

Fairina Cheng's jewellery workshop

SUSTAINABILITY TIP

Create new jewellery from preloved materials

Ever wondered what to do with grandma’s old rings that aren’t quite your style? Creating new pieces from heirlooms is a great way to turn your treasures into beautiful, environmentally friendly jewellery. No new gems or metals need to be mined and it ticks all the boxes of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

ENQUIRE ABOUT RECYCLING YOUR JEWELLERY
Ethically mined sapphires for sustainable jewellery

JEWELLERY EDUCATION

What is an ethical gemstone, really?

With so many businesses making bold claims around ethics and sustainability, how can you tell the difference between clever marketing and genuine conscious consumerism when choosing a gemstone?

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Sustainable jewellery with stories to tell

Read some of our favourite tales here

Ethical oval Australian teal sapphire engagement ring

Sapphires and stories

“Off the shelf” was never something that Lloyd imagined for Jo. An ethically-made, storytelling ring was a priority. He chose a 1.91ct sapphire, mined in Inverell and cut on the Gold Coast. Recycled gold was donated by his future father-in-law. Lab created diamonds were star-set on each side, inspired by a vintage ring that Jo loved. Each detail was carefully considered over several months and all the hard work paid off. Jo was ecstatic, and of course, said yes!

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Sustainable heirloom old cut diamond vintage ring with fitted wedding band

An antique beauty

Sustainability is important to Liz. To match her vintage engagement ring, we made a wedding band in recycled gold and Australian platinum from a Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certified supplier that upholds rigorous human rights, labour, supply chain and environmental standards. Reclaimed from antique rings, her diamonds bring old-world charm and a nothing-new approach, making them perfect the companions to vintage jewels.

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Eco friendly recycled gold ring with rough Australian sapphire and heirloom diamonds

Engagement ring 2.0

We love creating new designs from pre-loved materials. When Emma’s old engagement ring broke, she decided to make a new one from its parts. We used a diamond and the gold from her engagement ring, mixed it with her mum’s heirloom pieces and added an ethically mined rough Queensland sapphire to create this rustic beauty. Emma was smitten from the moment she saw it, calling it “sustainable, meaningful and such a delight”!

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"I love knowing that I've supported a one-woman-team instead of a big, cookie-cutter business."

"If you want an original, custom-made engagement ring, wedding ring, cufflinks, earrings, bracelet...Fairina is your girl. She is absolutely INCREDIBLE at what she does. She's transformed so many old pieces of jewellery into stunning new designs that I will cherish forever. I've recommended her to so many friends and family and they're all just as happy as I am with their one-of-a-kind pieces."

Marnie and Jon review

Marnie Shanahan, Central Coast

"The whole process has been an absolute joy."

"After reading Fairina’s reviews I asked her to create a new ring for me with stones from rings left to me by two very special women in my life: my maternal grandmother and my great-aunt. Fairina brought them together in a simple, stunning piece for me, one that I will cherish forever - thank you, Fairina xo."

Jen Levett, Melbourne

"Fairina is a true gem!!! Pardon the pun for a jeweller."

"She melted down an old gold bracelet of mine and made a truly bespoke piece. She texted me throughout the process - showing me the different stages of creation. She was transparent, helpful and honest the throughout the whole process. I couldn’t recommend a better jeweller."

Forged recycled gold ring

Laura Head, Sydney

"Fairina was able to decipher what I had in mind and design a piece that was beautiful and unique using heirloom jewellery."

"Fairina was great! I went in with an idea for an engagement ring, but no way to explain it. Fairina was able to decipher what I had in mind and design a piece that was beautiful and unique using heirloom jewellery. It was something truly special."

Julia McLachlan, Sydney

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