I’m a small studio, and I believe small choices add up. Here’s how I try to make things in a way that feels right, for the people who wear and welcome my pieces, and for the world they live in.
Second life for found objects
We live in a world where things are quickly replaced and just as quickly forgotten. My characters are a small invitation to slow down and choose a little more consciously.
They start as things other people no longer wanted: glass and ceramic pieces I find in thrift stores and charity shops, or left out on the street next to the bins. Sometimes there’s a small treasure in the trash. Instead of being thrown away, each piece gets a second life. I clean it thoroughly, prepare it for colour and paint it into a character, extending its lifecycle rather than adding something new to the world.
Because they’ve lived a life before, they’re not always perfect. A small chip, an uneven glaze or a mark from the past is part of their story, and part of what makes each character one of a kind. A bit like us, really: a little imperfect, and all the more lovable for it.
Made to order, not mass-produced
Most of my earrings are made especially for you once you order. That way I don’t produce stock that might never find a home, and I keep waste to a minimum. It takes a few extra days, but every piece is made with intention.
Made to last
I want my pieces to stay with you for years, not one season. My earrings are lightweight and durable, made for everyday wear. My characters are sealed with a waterproof varnish, inside and out, so they can live happily with a plant.
Thoughtful packaging
I use paper and fabric packaging for most orders instead of plastic, and where I can, I reuse or recycle materials. Many of my pieces travel in fabric bags that I decorate by hand with my logo, a personal touch you can keep and reuse long after unpacking. Earrings are sent in compact letterbox parcels, which are lighter and need less material than a box.
Close to home
Everything is made by hand in my studio in Haarlem, and I buy my materials from local suppliers wherever I can. That keeps transport short and supports other small businesses nearby. Live close by? You’re welcome to pick up your order in person, with no shipping needed.
Honest about it
I work with polymer clay, which, like many craft materials, isn’t perfect. I don’t want to claim to be something I’m not. What I can do is make carefully, make only what’s needed, waste as little as possible, and keep looking for better ways. Sustainability is something I keep working on, not something I’ve finished.
Have a question or an idea? I’d love to hear it: info@studioofeefee.com