The Alchemy of Craft – From Shoreline Finds to Precious Metal

The Alchemy of Craft – From Shoreline Finds to Precious Metals

There’s a quiet kind of magic in the making.
In the studio, time slows down. The hum of Tarifa outside fades into the background, and I’m left with metal, wax, fire, and a single intention — to create something that feels alive.

Most pieces of jewellery I make begin with something found: a shell, a coral fragment, a crab claw washed ashore. I collect them on walks along the coast, pockets filled with small, salt-worn treasures. Each one holds a story — shaped by tide, touch, and time — and my job is simply to listen.

From Shore to Studio
When I return to my bench, these natural forms become the starting point for something new. Using the lost-wax casting technique, I create a master, sometimes from wax or a combination of the organic item and wax and even metal sometimes. The process is meticulous and detailed, until the final form reveals itself in silver or gold.

Sometimes I add a gemstone — blue topaz for calm seas, pink tourmaline for energy, citrine for sunlight. Each stone is chosen with intention, echoing the natural hues of the coastline that inspired it.

The Beauty of Imperfection
No two casts are ever identical. Like the sea itself, they carry small irregularities — a mark of the handmade, the human touch. Those subtle imperfections are what make each JK piece unique. They’re not just adornments; they’re evidence of process, time, and care.

Crafted to Connect
For me, craftsmanship isn’t just about technique. It’s about connection — to place, to material, to the person who will one day wear the piece. When you hold a sea urchin pendant or slip on a coral ring, you’re wearing something born from the meeting of nature and craft. A fragment of the sea, transformed by hand, made to last.