KIDS Issue 949 · February 15, 2023

Diamond Art

Zivia Beer is a popular jewelry designer from Bnei Brak, who helps her clients create the custom jewelry of their dreams

Diamond Art
Photos: Zivia Beer

The process of making jewelry is fascinating, and I know just the person to show us how it’s done.

Zivia Beer is a popular jewelry designer from Bnei Brak, who helps her clients create the custom jewelry of their dreams. Today, we’ll be following the process of creating a piece of jewelry, from sketch to reality.

Decisions, Decisions

You know that feeling when you walk into an ice cream store and you’re faced with so many yummy flavors? It’s a good thing the store lets you sample the flavors to help make your decision easier! Walking into a jewelry store is pretty much the same thing. How do you choose from so many beautiful things? If buying jewelry in a store is complicated, then how on earth are you supposed to choose a design when the options are literally endless?

When a new client tells Zivia she wants to make a custom piece of jewelry, the first thing they do is have a little chat. They’ll discuss what category the new piece will be (necklace, earrings, ring, or bracelet.) Will it be for Shabbos or weekday? The client will need to have some idea of how much money she wants to spend. Then they’ll talk about the style. Here is where most people will get stuck, because there are so many options! Luckily, Zivia has a neat trick up her sleeve.

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