Upcycling involves processing used materials into new products, or the re-use of a product with crippled functionality for alternative purposes, to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by reducing the need for “conventional” [...]]]> From Wikipedia:

Upcycling involves processing used materials into new products, or the re-use of a product with crippled functionality for alternative purposes, to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by reducing the need for “conventional” waste disposal, and lower greenhouse gas emissions as compared to virgin production, with the intent of creating a product of higher quality design and artistic value.

Most designers can take raw materials and create something. It takes another kind of talent to be able to do that and have the ability to look at a clients old jewelry and transform it into something altogether new without melting it down or tearing it it apart. This is such an idea.

A client had an diamond solitaire that she wanted to keep but she wanted something else made from it. The photograph below shows both before and after. From a solitaire ring setting to a gorgeous and unique diamond pendant.

Do you have something laying. Kathryn can breathe new life into your old jewelry. Bring it into the West Orange Street studio and see what she can do for you.

These custom, burnished steel frames are whimsical and contemporary. Aside from being cutting edge cool they’re made like tanks. Pick one up and be surprised (we were) by the sheer weight of these welded art frames. You can also customize them with [...]]]> We have two new gift ideas that we’re very excited about.

These custom, burnished steel frames are whimsical and contemporary. Aside from being cutting edge cool they’re made like tanks. Pick one up and be surprised (we were) by the sheer weight of these welded art frames. You can also customize them with any text you choose. They make a wonderful and very personal gift. We can order one for you with your choice of words/name in 11×14 and 8×10.

Veleska is all about handmade and special. Whether it’s our fun sterling rings or family keepsake made to last generations, we put the same effort into everything we do. So we were very happy to find these custom made memory boxes. Our example has been specially crafted to perfectly fit this invitation but we can create a box for you to any size. We think these boxes would be great anything from executive gifts to graduation presents. Because we can make them to fit any document, you can create something that you know, no one else will find. Come in today and bring us your ideas.

The white gold band at the top is festooned with bright green and white diamonds. It’s the perfect thing to add color and elegant sparkle to an existing set.

The hand-hammered red gold ring features tsavorite garnets on the facets. Red reinforcing red, this fiery [...]]]>

Two new, beautiful designs from Kathryn are now on display.

The white gold band at the top is festooned with bright green and white diamonds. It’s the perfect thing to add color and elegant sparkle to an existing set.

The hand-hammered red gold ring features tsavorite garnets on the facets. Red reinforcing red, this fiery ring is a conversation starter.

Come in to the studio to see these one-of-a-kind pieces before they find a new.

Below are two pieces that Kathryn recently created for clients. While we can’t sell these to you we can make something to your desires very much like them.