Poppy Mac founder Erin handcrafting jewellery in her Southern Highlands studio

About Poppy Mac: Handmade Jewellery with Meaning

Jewellery to capture the stories that shape you

At Poppy Mac, we create handmade Australian jewellery designed to hold meaning, celebrate connection and capture the stories that shape us. Each piece is thoughtfully designed and handcrafted in Jervis Bay of New South Wales, with care, intention and a deep appreciation for the memories, people and moments we hold close.

Poppy Mac jewellery designer Erin in her Southern Highlands studio

The Story Behind Poppy Mac

Hi, I'm Erin, and I'm so grateful you're here.

Poppy Mac began when I was quietly lost, searching for something to creatively ground me. It was through conversations with other women that I realised we were all needing the same thing: a tangible anchor, a reminder. I realised the moments that shape us shouldn't just live in our memories, they deserve to be carried, and to centre us, each day.

During my own season of grief and motherhood, I handcrafted a piece of jewellery I could physically hold. I found comfort in having something to centre myself with, a quiet reminder that I was okay, and stronger than I gave myself credit for.

From there, Poppy Mac became my way of carrying love forward, one handcrafted piece at a time.

Sentimental Jewellery Designed with Intention

There are seasons in life that leave us completely breathless. Wear jewellery that grounds you and symbolises love and meaning.

At Poppy Mac, every piece is thoughtfully designed with these connections in mind. We understand the sentimental nature of jewellery and treat every piece with the care, intention and love it deserves.

Handcrafted jewellery made with care by Poppy Mac

Handmade in Australia

Every piece of Poppy Mac jewellery is intentionally handcrafted on the shores of Jervis Bay, New South Wales by Erin.

I personally design and create each piece myself, working with sterling silver, 9ct gold, recycled precious metals and ethically sourced stones to create Australian-made jewellery with meaning.

Meaningful jewellery designed as lasting keepsakes

Handcrafted with Care

All products are thoughtfully handcrafted with care, patience and attention to detail.

From shaping and carving to polishing and finishing, each step is completed with the purpose to create a design that feels personal and made to last.

Small variations are part of the beauty of handmade jewellery, offering a cherished item that’s uniquely yours.

Meaningful Keepsakes

Every piece of jewellery I create is hand-carved or handmade, stamped and polished from solid sterling silver and 9ct gold. I believe no two pieces are identical; your jewellery is as unique as the chapter you are walking through.

Designed to be treasured for years to come, each creation is more than something you simply wear. Whether it marks a special moment, celebrates someone you love or carries a memory close to your heart, Poppy Mac jewellery is made to become a meaningful keepsake.

Poppy Mac handcrafted ring in sterling silver with gemstone detail
Poppy Mac jewellery being handcrafted in the Southern Highlands

Sustainable Jewellery

Thoughtful jewellery begins with thoughtful choices. At Poppy Mac, we consider the materials and processes behind each piece, choosing options that are kinder to people, the environment and the future of our craft.

We use recycled precious metals, ethically sourced stones and natural, non-toxic and biodegradable wax in our jewellery-making process.

Our packaging is also chosen with care, helping us reduce unnecessary waste while keeping your jewellery beautifully presented. We believe creating meaningful jewellery should extend beyond the finished piece, with considered choices made at every stage of the process.

Behind the Name

I named my jewellery business in memory of my adored grandfather, 'Poppy Mac' (Norm McDonald, 1921-2017).

Poppy Mac has become more than a nickname, it's become a community of women. Your story and love is at the heart of everything I create. Every piece of jewellery is designed to hold more than beauty alone. It's made to hold a story, a memory, a person, a moment worth keeping close. A tangible reminder of that and ground you each day.

I believe jewellery should mean something. Whether it's a fingerprint captured forever, a birthstone chosen with intention, or a design inspired by a season of life, each piece is crafted to be worn as a quiet, personal reminder of who and what matters most to you. Sentimental by design, made to be treasured, not just worn.

Photograph connected to the story behind the Poppy Mac jewellery name

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