Real Stories: How We Upcycle Old Gold Jewelry
Don't leave your precious heirlooms locked away. See how we transform old bangles, chains, and loose stones into modern, wearable jewelry—without ever melting a thing.
Seeing our client so happy and confident wearing her upcycled necklace set makes every moment of our journey worthwhile. This is why I do what I do.
"It's very nice... these were all small stones lying scattered, and what Miloni did was put it all together and made something so nice." A heartwarming reaction from a client who brought us a mix of stones she'd collected over the years.
"I'm so grateful to Miloni for her incredible work. She took my grandmother's old gold jewelry, listened to my preferences, and upcycled them into modern, elegant designs I now wear often." We love hearing from our happy family!
Everyone's on this trend, so why should we be left behind? This fun video showcases a variety of our favorite upcycles and happy client moments.
We received this sweet note and jewelry all the way from Indore. We're so happy she loves her upcycled haar! Moments like these are why we do what we do.
We received the sweetest note in a box from Indore containing two necklaces. After a video call appointment, we combined the pieces to create this stunning new haar, proving distance is no barrier to great design.
A look back at our incredible year. We discuss our favorite transformations, the challenges we faced, and our excitement for the future of upcycling with our amazing clients.
In the past year, we met hundreds of people who were unsure about spending more on old jewelry. But when they saw the results, they were amazed and even brought more pieces to upcycle. Let's create magic together!
Upcycling offers more than just a makeover. It's an eco-friendly upgrade that saves resources and keeps your style one-of-a-kind. This is why our clients choose to upcycle with us.
A look back at our time at the Shaadi Sakhi exhibition, where we showcased our upcycled masterpieces. It was an amazing experience connecting with so many people and sharing our passion for transforming heirlooms.
About Happy Clients, Happy Stories
We don't just add new designs; we listen to the history behind every piece you bring us. Whether it is a grandmother’s matha patti that hasn't seen the light in thirty years or scattered stones from a broken necklace, we carefully clean, reset, and re-engineer them to suit your current style. You keep your gold, your memories stay intact, and you walk away with a piece you will actually wear, not store.
When we started Kivlo Jewels in our Opera House studio, our goal was simple: stop the cycle of melting down jewelry just to keep up with trends. Every piece you see on this page tells a different story.
Why Our Clients Choose Upcycling
Many of our clients come to us with a mix of outdated pieces—some loose, some broken, some just not their style anymore. For example, we once had a client send us a box of old necklaces all the way from Indore. After a video consultation to understand her taste and budget, we dismantled the pieces and used them to create a completely new, modern haar. We didn't melt the gold; we just repositioned the elements.
The Process: Your Gold, New Life
We prioritize transparency in every transformation.
- No Melting: We keep 70-80% of your original gold intact.
- Design Consultation: Whether in our Mumbai studio or via a video call, we sketch the new design with you so you see exactly what we are making.
- Adding Value: We often incorporate Kundan, uncut diamonds, rubies, or pearls to elevate the piece, giving it that fresh, contemporary feel while respecting the original metal.
From converting a matha patti into a hathphool for a bride to turning small, mismatched gold trinkets into a cohesive bridal set, we believe your heirlooms deserve to be worn. If you have jewelry sitting in a locker, let us show you how we can make it a part of your daily style again.
Kivlo Jewels
Hi, we are Miloni and Kavin from Kivlo Jewels. We spend our days at our Opera House studio sketching ways to breathe new life into your old gold. It is mostly just us, our sketches, and the happy tears when you see your heirlooms reborn.
What kind of jewelry do you want to transform?
Tell us what you have in your locker, and we will help you find a new design.
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