Studio Notes
Tales from the LMJ World

Labordiamant oder natürlicher Diamant: was passt zu deinem Verlobungsring nach Mass?
Lab-grown or natural? Both are real diamonds. The difference lies in their origin, rarity, price and the meaning that carries for you. A guide to choosing the right diamond for a bespoke engagement ring - without needing to decide before your first conversation.

Verlobungsring für einen Überraschungsantrag: so findest du den richtigen
Planning a surprise proposal and not sure where to start? This guide explains how to read her style, estimate ring size discreetly, and decide between a collection ring, a bespoke commission, or proposing with a stone first.

Schmuck nach Mass: was es bedeutet und wie der Prozess abläuft
Looking for a bespoke jeweler in Zurich? This guide explains what bespoke jewelry really means, how the process works, how long it takes, whether old gold can be reused, and what to expect before commissioning an engagement ring, wedding band, or one-of-a-kind piece.

Alter Goldschmuck: verkaufen, behalten oder umarbeiten?
A practical guide to your options when you have inherited, broken, or unworn gold jewelry. What can realistically be reused, what cannot, and how to decide what is right for the piece you have.

Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Silber und Sterlingsilber?
What is sterling silver, and how does it differ from pure silver? This guide explains the difference and helps you understand which type of silver is best for handmade jewelry.

Brautschmuck: zeitlose Stücke für deine Hochzeit
A guide to choosing timeless wedding jewelry for brides, from earrings and pearls to necklace styling, mixed metals, and pieces you will wear long after the wedding.

Silberring selber machen: alle Schritte
Learn how to make a silver ring at home, step by step – from measuring and soldering to adding a hammered texture. In this guide, I also share how many grams of silver you’ll need and simple ways to clean and polish your rings so they stay beautifully shiny for years.

Jewelry Trends Explored: Forecasts & LMJ’s Meaningful Approach
At LMJ, we don’t chase trends - we listen. This post explores how emerging directions in jewelry and culture resonate with our sculptural, human approach, offering insight into materials, design, and ritual.

Wachsmodellieren: das wichtigste Werkzeug für Schmuck
Wax is where a piece first learns its shape. This is a precise, beginner-friendly guide to the art of wax carving. Step-by-step, just how we teach it in our Zurich studio.