153-Year-Old Family Jewellers Launches Ear Piercing Service

24 Apr 2023

A 153-year-old family-run jewellers is expanding its business to offer ear piercing.

Established in 1870, Ainsworth Jewellers in Blackburn is run by fifth generation owner Phil Ainsworth and his wife Helen Dimmick.

The Darwen Street company is now able to offer safe and sterile ear piercings with a medically hygienic system from Inverness.

The new service launch has been made possible thanks to the hard work and dedication of employee Caroline Young, who has completed a course to qualify as an ear-piercing technician.

Ms Young recently received Jet one and Jet two certification from the National Association of Jewellers and completed the De Beers Diamond foundation course.

Mr Ainsworth said: “Caroline has worked extremely hard, alongside working with us full time and we’re so very proud of all her achievements.

“For the first time in our 153-year history, we’re excited to now offer an ear-piercing service and can promise a safe, quality and professional service from our new dedicated station with unrivalled customer service and after care.”

Caroline’s first customer, Kirsty Elmer from Blackburn, couldn’t fault the service.

She said: “I recently visited Ainsworth Jewellers for their ear-piercing services. I went for the seconds on my lobes and an upper ear cartilage piercing. All I can say is what a wonderful experience from start to finish.”

Ms Elmer praised Caroline’s work, she said: “Caroline made me feel so at ease and I instantly knew I was in good hands. Caroline’s attention to detail was second to none, ensuring I was comfortable the whole way through, and making sure the positioning of the piercings was right for me before proceeding. Nothing was too much. I can’t recommend a better place to go to make your ears look so glamorous.”

Ainsworth Jewellers’ professional piercing package includes services, solution, and detailed aftercare instructions, alongside a selection of hypoallergenic metal choices, including coloured gemstones and real natural diamonds.

Mrs Dimmick added: “Caroline’s certificates are now proudly displayed in store and were delighted to support her as she helps drive further opportunities in our service, offering to further serve the people of Blackburn and beyond.”

Source: Ainsworth Jewellers, Lancashire Telegraph