Toby first started experimenting with jewellery making during the first lockdown whilst in his home town Lewes in East Sussex. Learning about the ancient lost wax technique he quickly became obsessed with the raw and organic forms that could be carved from wax and turned into precious metal. 

Celebrating imperfections left by his own hands, he decided to leave pieces unpolished and raw. Showing evidence of the human hand overall the jewellers surface. 

Before this, Toby studied Fashion Design at Westminster University, developing a unique set of design references that now inform his work at The Ouze. His unconventional background in fashion design has allowed him to experiment with alternative jewellery-making processes and to develop The Ouze's distinctive signature style. During his final year of university, whilst making clothes the jewellery continued and became embedded in his work. Brooches, buttons and buckles in silver complimented each garment.

The aesthetic of The Ouze is rooted in Toby's interest in antique and heirloom jewellery that has been passed down through generations and weathered by time.  Aiming to capture the same enduring beauty in everything The Ouze creates, Toby always refers to history and tradition when designing.

Joe joined The Ouze towards the end of 2022 whilst the studio was in Toby's living room in Brighton. Also self-taught in jewellery making, he is Toby's right hand man and has been a driving force for creativity and growth, helping shape the brand into what it is today. 

Master of wax carving, Joe often leads special projects. Carving out store-fronts for one of our esteemed stockist or hand-forming rabbits for a catwalk, there isn't much he cant make. He has also been known to craft the dreamiest of engagements ring for couples around the world.

Sorcha was one of the first interns The Ouze had back in 2023. Working over the summer holiday before completing her degree in Silversmithing at the University of Glasgow. Once she graduated she had a short term in Edinburgh working with one of our favourite stockists, Aetla. 

The Ouze relocated to London at the end of 2025. Sorcha was top of list for that next hire as the business continued to grow. Equipped with her degree and industry leading customer relations, she left Scotland and re-joined the team in London at the start of 2026.

Like Joe, there isn't much Sorcha can't do. From wedding rings to hairclips. She brings a new level of silversmithing to the studio. If Sorcha isn't at the bench she's replying to customers and sketching engagement rings.