Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it’s real silver! All the jewellery made from silver clay and silver paste is fine silver. This means that it’s 99.9% silver. 925 sterling silver means that the piece is 92.5% silver. In the Netherlands there is no specific hallmark for fine silver so it gets the 925 sterling silver hallmark (everything above 92.5%). The eyelets I use are fine silver as well. The earring hooks I use are 925 sterling silver. If the silver content is below 92.5% I have mentioned it on the product page and therefore it will have another hallmark. For instance, very vintage silver could be 80% silver (mentioned as 800) but this is not common anymore in modern times.

All of the silver clay and silver paste pieces are even more pure and valuable than standard sterling silver.

It depends! I will explain a few techniques. Silver paste is used for the leaves. I use a painting brush and I paint the paste on the leaf. This dries for 24 hours. Then I will add another layer. This process repeats itself a few more times, depending on the thickness I desire. Silver clay is a clay which is moldable. I made my own silicone molds and these I use to create for instance, the angel collection and the sea shell collection. After these steps I sand down the pieces and I fire them for 20 minutes. Then, I sand them and I polish them. Finally I use sulphur to oxidize the pieces. This is purely an aesthetic choice. Then I will polish the pieces again and they’re done! On my instagram I share more of the process in video, so get over there if you’d like to have a look.

Yes! Silver clay and paste is made in Japan from recycled silver. The silver is sourced from for instance electrical devices. This is made into a clay so all the silver can be reused.

Yes, they do. The last step in the process of making my silver jewellery is sending them to the Assay Office in the Netherlands. It is appointed by the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy.

There they will test the silver and they give them two hallmarks: one which marks the amount of silver (the 925 hallmark) and one of the artisan (my own hallmark which they made into a stamp and they keep it there for me).

Silver & Materials: I want to offer a transparent look into the costs behind my jewelry. I exclusively use premium quality silver clay and paste, which consists of 99.9% fine silver. The raw material cost of this medium is significantly higher than the standard silver spot price - often double - meaning that a substantial portion of the retail price is dedicated solely to the precious metal itself. Additionally, components like fine silver eyelets or ethical earring hooks add to the base cost of each piece.

Ethical Sourcing: I believe in the beauty of conscious adornment. I carefully source ethical gemstones, avoiding stones known for unfair labor practices or unsafe mining conditions. It is vital to me that my work supports a chain of respect, from the earth to your hands.

The Value of Craft: Beyond materials, each piece reflects hours of dedicated artisan labor. I price my work to maintain a sustainable and ethical practice, ensuring that the time spent designing, molding, firing, and hand-polishing is valued appropriately. By choosing Moonlit Manor, you are supporting a small creator committed to integrity and slow fashion. Thank you for choosing to invest in ethical craft.

Slow fashion to me is conscious fashion. I don’t think there’s a perfect way to walk around in ethical garment all the time. However, I do have the intention to create something that lasts a lifetime so it can be as sustainable as possible. In my knitting I solely use natural materials like wool, alpaca, linen, cotton, silk and mohair. I try to use not too much cotton because it needs a lot of water and the cotton industry has created literal deserts (for instance the Aral Sea between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan). Although it’s hard to escape greenwashing, I only use certified brands for the fibers I use: Sheep and alpaca need to be sheared every year (or twice a year) because otherwise they’ll overheat so I like using wool. I don’t use wool of which the sheep have been mulesed (an animal harming practice). For silk and mohair too, I only use certified brands or secondhand fibers because I think that’s the most ethical. I don’t use fibers which have polyamide or acryl or any kind of plastics in them. This, to me, is the most important discussion point. It’s a very personal choice. I just don’t want to shed microplastics everywhere and contribute to polluting the earth by using plastic. Also because of the impact it could have on our hormones. By cutting out fibers containing plastic (e.g. wool blends) and fibers treated with chemicals (like bamboo is famous for this) I try to avoid greenwashing. By consciously choosing natural fibers and avoiding harsh chemicals or synthetic blends, I ensure that my knitwear is exceptionally gentle. These materials are so pure that they are safe for even the most sensitive skin, including that of newborn babies. This is all my personal opinion, I just want to share with you my personal motivations for using and not using specific fibers so you can see if you resonate with that too.

I do not take commissions generally. However, you can send me an e-mail if you really desire something We can talk about it.

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The Ritual of Washing: To preserve the beauty and longevity of your hand-knitted pieces, I recommend a gentle hand wash. Create a bath of lukewarm water with a drop of specialized wool or silk detergent. Submerge your garment and let it soak for thirty minutes. Handle the fabric with care, avoiding excessive agitation to prevent felting. Rinse gently with cool water.

Drying with Intention: Once rinsed, lay your garment on a clean towel and roll it up like a cocoon, pressing gently to remove excess moisture. To maintain the original shape, always lay your knitwear flat to dry on a fresh towel. While this process requires time and patience, it is a beautiful way to show respect for the luxury items you wear.

The Magic of Wool: A wonderful secret of natural wool is its self-cleaning ability. Thanks to its antibacterial properties, wool rarely needs a full wash: Simply hanging it outside in the fresh air for a few hours is often enough to refresh the fibers. If you wash your accessories once per season, you are doing well. Nature is truly magical, and by caring for your pieces with intention, they can last you a lifetime.

You have the right to return your purchase within two weeks of receiving it. No questions asked. The product(s) purchased must be unused in order to receive your money back.