Artisan Jewelry Makers: The Ultimate Guide
You are looking for
artisan jewelry designers? Would you like to find necklaces,
bracelets or even earrings designed and created by
Craftsmen? You're exactly in the right place
place! As an expert in African, ethical and artisanal fashion since
Over 20 years, I have had the opportunity to discover many brands of
jewelry with great expertise. Discover this list of creators of
handmade jewelry that I particularly like, as well as advice
to buy eco-responsibly.

Adele Dejak
Designer Adele Dejak
sources sustainably and manufactures ethically. The brand honors the materials used and the people who work behind it, from miners to
suppliers through artisans. Metals are purchased at Nairobi's markets. These can be door handles, metal accessories for the home, etc. Adèle Dejak is a brand committed to people and the planet.
Discover : oversized brass jewelry finished with a 24K gold plating. The jewelry is pure authenticity. Respect for this designer!
For example, she is the creator of this majestic and ethnic pair of earrings, which will enhance your evening outfits!

Isabel Michel
Isabel Michel , she is the high
French jewelry, Parisian chic!
After studying art history, graphic design and fashion at major
French institutes, Isabel realizes that she can better express her
creativity through jewelry.
Thanks to its cultural references, its emotions
and her passion for fashion, she has been creating jewelry for several years now, near the leading workshops of fine jewelry.
French. Her jewelry is chic and very elegant!
Discover this golden bracelet by Isabel Michel that will enhance your wrist!

Ngone Paris
In Bantu languages, Ngoné is associated with the moon, a symbol of beauty and the sacred feminine.
Each piece of jewelry reflects a dialogue of cultures in a
haute couture style “ Made of
Africa ». Each collection tells a story, from the
design to handcrafted manufacturing.
Ngone works between the workshops of Senegal and the
French workshops. The brand strives for excellence in the quality of its jewelry, while contributing to job creation and thus preserving the
traditional know-how of Africa.
In short: her jewelry is just waaaoouuh, like these
sublime ethnic earrings!

OFENDJI Studio
This is my own brand, I decided to start my own jewelry collection, being a jewelry enthusiast myself
designer items. As I have always been drawn to imposing jewelry of different types, in 2022, I decided to launch a capsule collection of "oversize" jewelry, handmade in collaboration with Moroccan artisans who delicately work with buffalo horn.
I named my jewelry GRIGRI , the name chosen is a reminder of the protection objects very widespread in Africa against the evil eye. In Africa, buffalo horn is an element widely used in natural medicine and black magic for its virtues, sources of energy, strength and protection.
The particularity of my earrings is that they are large and
light! I love wearing them!
An example? These sublime horn earrings!

Pichulik
Pichulik is a brand founded by Katherine , rooted in South Africa, inspired by ancient traditions and cultures from around the world. Katherine wants to transmit feminine and sacred wisdom through her brand. Each piece is unique and original, but also a talisman. They are made
handmade from materials
organic in distinctive forms that share women's stories
courageous. Each
This collection illustrates a different chapter in a heroine's journey or odyssey steeped in mythology, symbolism, and transformation. Original, beautiful, and classy pieces, like this pair of handcrafted rope earrings!

The Chalk House
Malaïka is an architect and
interior designer, who is passionate about creating jewelry! Absolutely amazing marble jewelry! The brand draws its inspiration from all kinds of events, as well as from the grandeur of landscapes
urban as well as in the delicate subtleties of jewelry.
Each piece of jewelry features vibrant patterns of
diverse cultures. Each piece is made with love, the brand wishes
transmit joy and confidence to each woman who wears it.
Discover the loops
Zera earrings, which will add a touch of boldness and
originality with your personal style.

Valéri Christina
The collection is inspired by the
With African and European heritage, designer Valéri is of Cameroonian and Greek descent. Using eye-catching materials and vibrant colors in each piece, her jewelry is original and unique.
All jewelry is handmade and made with love in workshops in London. After an unbearable job and
After life's disappointments, Valéri Christina threw herself into the profession of jewelry design.
Jewelry that's easy and comfortable to wear! This brand is a hit on my site; it's the best-selling, I admit!
Her best of: this pair of original earrings by Valérie Christina which will
will give a lot of style!

Victory Studio
The passion for roses conveyed in jewelry,
femininity obliges!
The poetry of flowers and nature are the source
main inspiration of the Maison Victoire. You will find a touch
of audacity, romanticism and sensuality. These jewels exude elegance
Parisian!
All jewelry is made from
real roses, ground and then transformed into precious metal. All
jewelry is designed, welded, gilded in Parisian workshops.
Parisian know-how is brought together! I admire the work!
Discover this necklace of
the designer Victoire Studio , which is a truly rare piece of craftsmanship, and
which will bring elegance to your outfits.

Yelli Jewels
Modernity and traditions
Ancestral jewels from the Kingdom of Morocco revisited! It's totally magical, these are beautiful silver jewels!
The designer, Samia, is very attached to her Moroccan origins, through the
Amazigh culture. Berber jewelry is a testament to ancestral heritage. Samia uses her traditions to tell her story through silver jewelry.
We find authentic and timeless models.
Her jewelry is part of a “ Slow Fashion ” approach, Yelli Jewels
respects its social and local environment. To avoid waste, Samia promotes the recycling of silver and advocates a just-in-time production system.
For example, this Berber necklace is absolutely sublime!
Should you buy inexpensive jewelry or choose designer jewelry?
Let me share my own experience with you:
Before, I spontaneously bought jewelry at prices between 20, 30, 50 euros in multinational brands. It's true, it's not expensive, given that it's mass production. Then with time, I realized that I was in a circuit of "overconsumption" of junk jewelry!
Yes, wearing OCD jewelry sold for less than 50 euros... which loses its color after 3 months, and which has no
distinction or originality! You have to know that these big brands only copy and recopy jewelry designers... And between us, the copy has no soul! Nothing beats the original!
Yes, since industrial jewelry is banal, in my opinion, it's better to have a banal dress that you enhance with a quality piece of jewelry! This is where chic is delicately hidden. You stand out with a quality piece of jewelry, exclusive and unique.
Why did I get into craft work?
Having worked with fashion designers for twenty years, I have learned to listen to them and observe their production process. I am a firm believer, and I have chosen to invest in
objects that have value and traceability!
Be careful, you should not believe that designer items are overpriced, perhaps before, but not anymore, designers are more and more ingenious, they have found networks of suppliers and manufacturers both in France and internationally and
Some people manage to compete with the big guys! Today, you can easily find items starting at 50 euros for those on a tight budget.
For example, this delicate and handcrafted ring from
the designer Victoire.
Since then, I prefer to treat myself to a piece of jewelry with a story, therefore a value, and I find that the creators of artisanal jewelry
bring a touch of authenticity and creativity. The craftsmanship is carried out meticulously, which guarantees superior quality,
increased durability, and are for the most part unique pieces, produced in a limited edition unlike the productions
industrial!
It's important to know that these designers and artisans work manually day and night to perfect a piece of jewelry. Moreover, with artisanal jewelry designers, there's a real ethical value.
Some use recycled materials, they respect the human dimension and minimize their environmental impact!
For my part, I find that designer jewelry gives more "caste" to the style, to the look. I prefer today with a
reasonable budget, treat myself to a pair of earrings or necklace that will brighten up my outfit and that will still be noticed, and on top of that, bravo! I support an entire production ecosystem, so I am committed to a form of so-called "eco-responsible" purchasing!
It's very trendy! I
I know where my money is going and I feel good about it! So I'm #conscientious! for our earth!
At some point, you have to choose between wasting or investing. I decided to stop wasting my money on "Fast Fashion" and invest in supporting "Slow Fashion" workers!
What do you think? Let me know in the comments!
My motto: Let's be fashionable and stay down to earth!
With handmade jewelry by a designer, it is an art
to stand out with an original, distinctive piece that has real authenticity! What else?
So, do you also want to buy responsibly?
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