Hammersmith Studio is Paloma Martín, a jeweller based in Madrid, Spain.
I create modern heirlooms inspired by traditional crafts in my studio, where I model jewellery pieces from beginning to end in the most sustainable way possible as I believe that is the only way for crafts.
Every jewel begins with a small piece of handmade bobbin lace, a craft that has been in my family for generations. In my studio, I meticulously transform these pieces from the delicate cotton lace into metal, leaving the imprint of the hand and the earthy texture of wax as the witness of the tactile nature of the process.
Combining contemporary design with the tradition, I draw inspiration from the intricate designs of Victorian jewellery and the sentimental value of family heirlooms to create new forever pieces.
Sustainability & craft
Every piece is made to order, meaning that there is now leftover stock and no waste is created at the end of each season. This also means that each piece is unique and different, having been handcrafted from beginning to end.
All the suppliers I use (wax casting, plating, tools & materials) are located within central Madrid, supporting local traditional businesses and reducing long-distance transportation impact.
Any gems or stones have been ethically sourced, either by buying them vintage (like the pearls) or bought through gemologists that can guarantee responsible mining and traceability.
Once they are finished and ready to ship, the jewels are packed in a hand made fabric pouch within a recycled cardboard box. All my packaging materials are reusable and recyclable, and I am always looking for ways to reduce the waste in these as much as possible.