BEHIND THE GLITTER: A DAY IN MY WORKSHOP
From the outside, a jewel may simply appear as a beautiful, delicate and elegant object.
But behind every handmade piece lies a world: of ideas, emotions, technique, passion and countless hours of quiet work.
When I create a piece of jewelry, I also seek to create a connection with you.
Today I want to invite you to my workshop, to my creative corner, so you can discover what's hidden behind the shine.
The ritual begins: Design as language
Design days start with a cup of tea and a to-do list. I like to start in silence, with a lit candle, soft music or the simple sound of materials waiting for me. I go through orders, sketches, messages from clients and jot down ideas that came in overnight. Sometimes inspiration comes when you least expect it.
Every jewel begins with a story. Sometimes it's a client who wants to commemorate something special; other times it's a feeling or an image that I want to transform into metal and stone. I open my sketchbook and start drawing, experimenting with combinations of colors, shapes and materials.
Let's get started.
It's time to work with my hands. I cut, I pay, I polish, I adjust. The workshop is filled with constantly changing shapes and textures. Each step is handmade, carefully and without hasty actions. Handmade jewelry has its own rhythm, very different from mass production. There are no industrial molds here, there is soul.
I also don't forget about the environment: I use recycled materials whenever possible, I only buy the stock needed for each collection, and I recycle everything that can be given a new shape, a new life.
It's time for a break.
Lunch is not just a break, it's also a time to reconnect. I go outside to get some air, I watch the birds, I breathe. Well-being is also part of the creative process.
I like to take a special moment to choose the stones. Each one has its energy, its light, its "voice". Sometimes it is the stone that defines the design; other times it is the piece that requests a specific one. The important thing is harmony.
Glass beads are my weakness. I am fascinated by the unique balance between color, transparency and shine.
The last step
Each piece of jewelry is carefully packaged in a small white box with a soft organza bag and a beautiful bow. I include personal messages with details and surprises that you will love and which aim to convey everything behind it. Because you are not just buying a piece of jewelry, you are receiving a part of this world that I build day by day with my heart.
If you want to give a gift, you can request special packaging with a beautiful gift box and include a personal dedication. I include additional surprises for you and your special recipient.
Finally, I take care of the packaging for shipping, which, like the rest of the process, is environmentally friendly: I use recycled materials.
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Final reflection
Being a craftsman is not just about making beautiful things.
It's about maintaining a lifestyle, embracing authenticity, and creating real connections.
Thank you for joining me on this little journey through my day.
The next time you put on one of my pieces, I want you to feel everything behind it: the hands, the dreams, the soul. Each piece is an exclusive pleasure that you deserve, pleasure transformed into a jewel.
