Worn photo of a cultured pearl long necklace created from two upcycled necklaces

Have you tidied your drawers? Bring me your beautiful materials…!

I know I’m not the only one who tidied up my home during this lockdown. Did you also take the time to sort through your drawers? And did you rediscover your cultured pearl necklace that you no longer wear? A beautiful piece of jewelry given....

Creating a new cultured pearl necklace

The cultured pearl necklace… now there’s a topic! These gorgeous pearls often stay tucked away in drawers because they’re strung into necklaces that are hard to wear. And yet… they’re often pieces filled with affection or memories, and sometimes these....

Cultured pearl and silver necklace for Mado
Photo of a long necklace made with recycled amber beads from a family amber necklace

Are your gemstone necklaces out of style?

Lapis lazuli, hematite, amber, coral, carnelian or malachite? All these natural materials, and many others, have often been brought back from trips as beaded necklaces. These pieces, made with beautiful materials, are sometimes out of style or unwearable because of their weight, but they’re often....

Are your cultured pearl necklaces sitting in your drawers?

Cultured pearls are beautiful. Their glow on the skin is very subtle. They’re a magical natural material. But here’s the thing… cultured pearl jewelry is often completely outdated. Whether it’s been passed down in the family or was given to....

After photo: a long necklace made from the previous necklace, with added carnelians and smoky quartz