3 tips for your new jewelry business

In a recent interview for Thrive Insider, I was asked “what are 3 tips you can share with our readers as it relates to your industry?” Here was my response:

1. Don’t try to be trendy and choose quality versus quantity. Trends pass but great pieces are timeless.

2. Be different from others.

3. Be environmentally friendly: sustainable products are here to stay.

The Relitto Bianco ("white wreck" in English) bracelet / cuff is an one of a kind, stunning jewelry piece handcrafted in silver and solid gold. Its design is inspired by a shipwreck found in the ocean. It’s for sale in the online shop

Be earth-friendly

Responsible fashion is in this year: Change accordingly!

Acting to protect our natural resources is key considering the environmental issues we are facing. Even fashion must be part of helping the Planet by using more sustainable & ethical materials, adding giving-back initiatives that have an impact, and upholding traditional and ethical techniques. Humble and sustainable materials can be handcrafted in unique pieces: the only thing we need is the power of our imagination!

The handcrafted and organic-looking pieces on actress and model Frances Pearson show how sustainable materials are made into one of a kind jewels in our collections

What's a patina finish on jewelry?

I get asked this question many times, so here is my response. Patina is basically a film that develops on the surface of metal over a certain period of time. Due to exposure to open air (and the natural process of oxidation), an aged metal like copper and silver tends to develop a “patina”. A natural patina can take from days to even years to occur but a jeweler can speed up the process by making (or buying) an “artificial” patina. One of the most commonly used patinas on the market for jewelry-making is the liver of sulfur.

This one of a kind and organic-looking silver ring from the “Costellazione” limited-edition collection has been created by the designer using two different kind of hand-made patinas. The final result is totally unique!

This “double-finger”, handcrafted ring makes a statement with its unique patina finish

A unique necklace inspired by waves

Spending many hours following dolphins and whales in the wild, I find inspiration for many of my jewelry pieces when I am out on my research boat. This one of a kind necklace, for example, is inspired by wavelets at sunset. The piece, called “ondine e serpentina”, is handcrafted in bronze and reclaimed silver, and finished with a serpentine gemstone. The chain is made of oxidized silver.

handcrafted in bronze and silver and finished with a serpentine gemstone, this one of a kind, organic-looking necklace makes a statement with any outfit

Natural influences...

IAMTHELAB continues to cover my one-of-a-kind organic jewelry. Here is the latest article from Brett Torrey Haynes, curator of this amazing "home of the handmade style" site.

atollo necklace in silver, gold and with rutilated quartz

A perfect match: silver jewelry and Indigo wrap

Dive into the blue and make a style statement with a couple of one of a kind Maddalena Bearzi rings and a vintage Indigo wrap by Trail. The "corteccia" e "abbraccio" rings are crafted in silver and 18k gold at the studio of the jewelry designer in Los Angeles, California.
Songwriter and model Monica Ulrich looks great in this new Spring collection!