CRAFTSMANSHIP
How it's made
From the unique charm of Amsterdam to the enchanting landscapes of Bali and the vibrant energy of Thailand, our jewelry travels around the globe. We nurture each piece from the birth of an idea to the delivery of a product that marks a milestone in someone’s life. At every stage, our jewelry inches closer to perfection, passing through the hands of exceptionally skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. Let’s explore the time and dedication invested in crafting a unique piece of Buddha to Buddha jewelry.
Designed in Amsterdam
The process begins with our talented designers at the Buddha to Buddha headquarters in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Inspired by different milestones in people’s live, they start with the visualization of an idea. A sketch of a new piece of jewelry is drawn with passion, then discussed and refined until it reaches perfection. Once finalized, it’s then transformed into a technical drawing.
Bringing a piece to life
Our jewelry is made from recycled silver and gold. In the world of premium jewelry, the process of creating the finest silver and gold pieces may seem simple at first glance, but beneath the surface, it’s a symphony of craftsmanship and precision. It all starts with the raw material where pure 925 sterling silver or 14 carat gold are mixed with an alloy. This mixture undergoes a series of heating processes, resulting in tiny silver or gold beads which are then transformed into massive bars.
These bars are carefully flat rolled, turning them into wires. The wires are then drawn through various molds to obtain their desired thickness. The resulting wires are cut with extreme precision into pieces that serve as the individual links for the piece of jewelry. Each of these silver or gold links are then skillfully handwoven together according to a specific chain that shapes each unique design.
To give a piece of jewelry its unique look, various techniques are used, such as hammering, stretching and sometimes adding a twist. To add depth to the jewel, it is oxidized, resulting in a typical Buddha to Buddha piece. Finally, the piece is polished to a brilliant finish.
A tribute to hand-woven tradition
Each piece of our jewelry is a tribute to the time-honored tradition of metal weaving. This tradition is deeply rooted in the cultural heart of Bali, Indonesia. It’s only practiced by a handful of local artisans. Each piece of jewelry requires a minimum of 72(!) hours to create, depending on the size and complexity of the design.
The precision in creating a leather piece of jewelry
Our leather jewelry starts with the careful selection of high-quality leather hides. The selected hides are then scraped, to give the rough hide a smooth texture. Next, thin strips of leather are cut with precision and expertly woven into the desired pattern and design. If necessary, the leather also undergoes a dyeing process to apply colors and shades. Finally, the leather is carefully waxed before the leather chain is attached to the lock.
Crafting a one-of-a-kind lock
Creating durable jewelry means paying special attention to the lock, which will be opened and closed thousands of times. We cast our famously known locks by craftsmen and craftswomen in Bangkok, Thailand. The process begins by granulating silver or gold and crafting a rubber mold. We then pour molten silver or gold into this mold to form a basic shape. From this, we extract a wax model, which is then attached by hand to a so-called wax tree.
The final step involves polishing and sanding the silver pieces to ensure they open and close smoothly. By combining the lock and jewel, the soul of the jewel is enlocked.
Check, check, double-check!
Our commitment to excellence knows no bounds. To ensure that our high-quality jewelry lives up to its promise of lasting forever, no piece of jewelry leaves our workshop without undergoing an extensive quality control process. Every step of the process is carefully checked and only when our experts are convinced that each piece of jewelry is perfect, it is prepared to mesmerize the world with its unique beauty and craftsmanship.
HOW IT'S MADE
From the unique charm of Amsterdam to the enchanting landscapes of Bali and the vibrant energy of Thailand, our jewelry travels around the globe. We nurture each piece from the birth of an idea to the delivery of a product that marks a milestone in someone’s life. At every stage, our jewelry inches closer to perfection, passing through the hands of exceptionally skilled craftsmen and craftswomen. Let’s explore the time and dedication invested in crafting a unique piece of Buddha to Buddha jewelry.
Designed in Amsterdam
The process begins with our talented designers at the Buddha to Buddha headquarters in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Inspired by different milestones in people’s live, they start with the visualization of an idea. A sketch of a new piece of jewelry is drawn with passion, then discussed and refined until it reaches perfection. Once finalized, it’s then transformed into a technical drawing.
Bringing a piece to life
Our jewelry is made from recycled silver and gold. In the world of premium jewelry, the process of creating the finest silver and gold pieces may seem simple at first glance, but beneath the surface, it’s a symphony of craftsmanship and precision. It all starts with the raw material where pure 925 sterling silver or 14 carat gold are mixed with an alloy. This mixture undergoes a series of heating processes, resulting in tiny silver or gold beads which are then transformed into massive bars.
These bars are carefully flat rolled, turning them into wires. The wires are then drawn through various molds to obtain their desired thickness. The resulting wires are cut with extreme precision into pieces that serve as the individual links for the piece of jewelry. Each of these silver or gold links are then skillfully handwoven together according to a specific chain that shapes each unique design.
To give a piece of jewelry its unique look, we employ various techniques such as hammering, stretching, and sometimes adding a twist. Adding depth to the jewel, oxidation transforms it into a typical Buddha to Buddha piece. On our Black Rhodium jewelry, in addition to the usual oxidation process, a Rhodium finish is also applied by dipping the jewelry in Rhodium baths. Explore this Black Rhodium collection for these unique pieces of jewelry, explore our Black Rhodium collection to discover this distinctive aesthetic. Finally, each piece undergoes meticulous polishing to achieve a brilliant finish. To tell a unique story through your jewelry, consider wearing a spirit bead bracelet, connecting with the soulful tradition of Balinese monks.
A tribute to hand-woven tradition
Each piece of our jewelry is a tribute to the time-honored tradition of metal weaving. This tradition is deeply rooted in the cultural heart of Bali, Indonesia. It’s only practiced by a handful of local artisans. Each piece of jewelry requires a minimum of 72(!) hours to create, depending on the size and complexity of the design. Explore The Batul, our special piece of jewelry named after our founder.
The precision in creating a leather piece of jewelry
Our leather jewelry starts with the careful selection of high-quality leather hides. The selected hides are then scraped, to give the rough hide a smooth texture. Next, thin strips of leather are cut with precision and expertly woven into the desired pattern and design. If necessary, the leather also undergoes a dyeing process to apply colors and shades. Finally, the leather is carefully waxed before the leather chain is attached to the lock.
Crafting a one-of-a-kind lock
Creating durable jewelry means paying special attention to the lock, which will be opened and closed thousands of times. We cast our famously known locks by craftsmen and craftswomen in Bangkok, Thailand. The process begins by granulating silver or gold and crafting a rubber mold. We then pour molten silver or gold into this mold to form a basic shape. From this, we extract a wax model, which is then attached by hand to a so-called wax tree.
The final step involves polishing and sanding the silver pieces to ensure they open and close smoothly. By combining the lock and jewel, the soul of the jewel is enlocked.
Check, check, double-check!
Our commitment to excellence knows no bounds. To ensure that our high-quality jewelry lives up to its promise of lasting forever, no piece of jewelry leaves our workshop without undergoing an extensive quality control process. Every step of the process is carefully checked and only when our experts are convinced that each piece of jewelry is perfect, it is prepared to mesmerize the world with its unique beauty and craftsmanship.
