As a jeweler, Mia van Beek knows that sentimentality beats all. At the end of the day, we would much rather have something our children made us than even the most expensive diamonds. So she came up with the idea to create pieces (necklaces, cuff links, even golf markers!) using a child’s drawing, allowing you to take something from your tot wherever you go. The hand-sawed titanium keychain is what I have my eye on – I can’t wait to get mine made! This would be such a wonderful gift for a grandparent or close relative. It’s something that you’ll cherish more and more as your children grow and change. My daughter loves to make these paper chains of little “girls-stuck-together” holding hands. The keychains get surprisingly elaborate (Mia can even etch the surface to add detail), so I’m hoping she’s able to put at least two girls on mine. Dads out there – Mother’s Day is coming up quickly, so take note of this idea!! E-mail your tot’s drawing to Formia Design for a price quote – it should fall between $89 and $129. Available on Etsy.
