Handmade Directory ~

The ‘Indie Directory‘ is the complete list of independent fashion designers (the indies) and handmade boutiques supported and interviewed exclusively for ValentinaChirico.com. If – like me – you like your pieces of jewellery to be unique and with a story behind them or your clothes being sewn just for you, you’re in the right place. These Indies have inspiring stories and their ateliers are scattered all over the globe…

Start your research from this page: click a banner to visit an e-shop or click the caption to read the interview. This is your independent journey‘s first step!

Almagesto (astronomical prints made in Italy)
Read the article here

BeanBeadCraft by Emma Poore (handmade Miyuki bead jewellery)

Interview with **Emma Winston** (***Emma Winston New York***: *floating earrings*)

Handmade quilts by Cathie — In loving memory of **Cathie** founder of **Gingko Tree Quilts**, handcrafted quilts

Interview with Julie Nicaisse (Julie Nicaisse Jewellery: precious eco-friendly jewellery)

Interview with Lorena Balea-Raitz (Ink & Lace: traditional Romanian lace point wearable jewellery and fashion prints)

Invaerso sustainable architectural jewellery made in Italy — Interview with **Maria Clelia Scuteri** (**Invaerso** [formerly ***ReuseDesign***], upcycled industrial jewellery made in Italy)

Interview with Martina Sacchini (KAMIDO’: wooden jewellery)

Kimono Design: handmade Japan-inspired jewellery with Japanese washi paper by Anellina Chirico

LaOohLaLa Boutique: vintage memorabilia and fashion prints by Mary Lynn, Jessica, Andrea, and Sharee

Interview with Chen Giladi-Sagiv (La Petite Alma Belle: accessories for children)

Interview with Lei Sihan (Lion Studio: zen-inspired jewellery)

Interview with Rika Gunawan (Republic Of Pigtails: handmade hair accessories and millinery)

Interview with Sara Cammarosano (Sara Cammarosano Jewellery Designer: precious jewellery and art restoration made in Cilento, Italy. Find her creations on her Etsy shop, Instagram and Facebook)

Interview with Sylvia and Camila Echavarria (Sylca Designs: eco-friendly accessories and wooden jewellery)

Interview with Anastasija Koneva (SunWitchJewellery: handmade everyday witchy jewellery)

Overview of Marta Roura Castellò‘s works (Transparent Sculptural Jewellery: archaeology-inspired precious jewellery)

Interview with Shiran Tal Soffrin (Urban Raven: upcycled precious jewellery)

More to come…