Hello, I'm Marianne – a Dutch-born goldsmith and a bit of a jack of all trades! I've been living in Germany since 2012, when I moved here to study Archaeology, pursuing both a Master's degree and doctoral research. Life eventually led me back to my first profession and an old love: goldsmithing.
In 2024, I founded Heart Times Jewellery to bring together my love of craftsmanship, creativity and the emotional stories that jewellery can hold. To me, jewellery is about so much more than adornment. It can hold memories, connect us to people and places, celebrate life's special moments or offer comfort and confidence when we need it most. Through my work, I hope to create pieces that empower the wearer and bring a little more joy into the world.
My style is an eclectic blend of whimsy, spirituality and individuality, inspired by nature, the cosmos, life's journeys and the memories we carry with us. Some pieces have a deeper meaning, while others are simply there to make you smile. I love experimenting with ideas and following the occasional quirky thought – not everything needs a reason!
Alongside my own business, I work as a goldsmith in the Wendland region, where I particularly enjoy repairing jewellery. Restoring a well-loved piece means preserving not just the jewellery itself, but also the memories and connections attached to it. I also believe in thoughtful craftsmanship, recycling precious metals and making much of my own sheet and wire from scratch.
As an autistic person, I'm also interested in making jewellery more accessible and comfortable for people with different needs, including sensory and physical considerations.
Away from the workbench, I enjoy sewing, reading, story-driven video games and wandering through the woods with my dog. I live on the edge of woodland where often the only sound are forest animals or the wind…I also feel very fortunate for that! It inspires many of my creations as well.
I hope you'll find something here that speaks to you, makes you smile or reminds you of someone or something special.
