Forged in the slow-burn fire of friendship, Burns & Forge is the union of Leanne and Doug Burns and a shared vision of tearing down the mass-produced jewellery industry norms to create an experience that’s as high quality as the pieces we make.

Designer, goldsmith and gemologist Leanne Burns found her artistic groove after snagging the last spot in her high school silversmithing elective. She went on to pursue the VCC Jewellery Art & Design Diploma and discovered a passion for gemology, forever fascinated with the properties and intrinsic value of the gemstones and materials she works with. By 20, Leanne became part-owner in a rock and gem shop before landing her first job as a jewellery production assistant with a renowned Vancouver jewellery designer. She has since worked in several established Lower Mainland jewellery stores, and taught silversmithing as well. All the while, Leanne designed and forged her own custom line of jewellery.

When a whirlwind romance with an old friend culminated with a surprise engagement in Port Rush, Ireland, where Doug proposed to Leanne with a traditional Irish Claddagh ring, the beginnings of the family business took root. As their partnership grew to include their son Braeden, Doug’s background in welding and industrial metal work came into play as the desire to start a family business that reflected both of their talents became reality in Burns & Forge.
A beautiful composition of Doug’s metalworking skills — the burner — with Leanne’s design, finishing and setting techniques — the forger — each Burns & Forge piece goes through a detailed process for a unique finish that reflects all of the love and meaning that goes into it.