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🖤 Why I Love Working With Oxidized Silver
Chihiro MakioMay 25, 20260 comments

🖤 Why I Love Working With Oxidized Silver

I’m often asked what my jewelry is made of, especially the pieces with that deep black finish. The answer is simple: sterling silver, intentionally oxidized by hand. Oxidation isn’t just a...
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Introducing Gold‑Filled Rings
Chihiro MakioMay 21, 20260 comments

Introducing Gold‑Filled Rings

Bringing Gold‑Filled Warmth to Your Everyday Stack With gold prices at an all‑time high, I wanted to offer a more approachable way to enjoy that warm gold glow in your...
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24 Years of 314studio: A Tiny Handmade Journey
Chihiro MakioApr 13, 20260 comments

24 Years of 314studio: A Tiny Handmade Journey

This April marks 24 years of 314studio, and even writing that feels a little unreal. I still remember being 25 years old at my very first show in Newton, Massachusetts —...
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✨ Redesigning My Craft Fair Booth (Again!)
Chihiro MakioMar 28, 20260 comments

✨ Redesigning My Craft Fair Booth (Again!)

✨ A fresh look for a new chapter. Every 5–6 years, my booth gets a refresh. My jewelry evolves, my colors shift, and eventually the old setup just stops feeling like...
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✨ Introducing the 314studio Refinishing & Repair Service
Chihiro MakioFeb 28, 20260 comments

✨ Introducing the 314studio Refinishing & Repair Service

A little extra love for the pieces you’ve lived in. Your jewelry is meant to be worn — through busy mornings, long seasons, big moments, and quiet ones. One of...
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Why Labradorite Is One of My Favorite Stones
Chihiro MakioFeb 9, 20260 comments

Why Labradorite Is One of My Favorite Stones

Labradorite has long been one of my go‑to stones, and it continues to surprise me in the best ways. It’s beautiful, versatile, and wonderfully affordable — a rare combination that...
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