It is located in Marin County, California.
7 pieces from JacQueline Sanchez
For many of us, Lego bricks were a part of our childhood, affording us fond memories of immense discomfort and pain after stepping on a loose one buried in the carpet.
I hadn’t seen a Lego in quite some time, until designer JacQueline Sanchez reached out to me to share her Forever Young collection, her signature line that offers 50 pieces fashioned from Lego bricks and sterling silver.
Lego is derived from the Danish words “leg godt,” Sanchez told me, which means “play well.” In Latin, Lego means “put together.”
“I wanted to create something with color and have fun,” Sanchez said when I asked what made her want to work with Lego bricks. “At the time I was working with 18-karat gold and diamonds with a process of photo-etching on brass and roller printing on the gold, then fold-forming. The pieces were very sophisticated and I rarely would wear them myself, so I needed something to have fun with.”
Sanchez said it was a “eureka” moment when Lego came to mind.
“I ran to Toys ‘R’ Us to see what the material was like and if it (could) be worked with,” she said. “I started this journey thinking I was going to make pieces that made me happy. Now it turns out I make others happy too.”
Sterling silver cuff with a photo-etched finish and sand-blasted Lego with rivets ($350; all pieces in this blog are from the Forever Young collection and most are available in a variety of colors)
Made in brushed sterling silver with sandblasted Lego and a 3-point diamond ($250)
Sanchez said the most difficult part of working with Lego bricks is the imitation.
“Originally I thought (Lego) would sue me, but in 2007 they contacted me and embraced my work and invited me to be a member in their Lego Creation Nation. They are a wonderful company and the bricks are made so well--I can sandblast, cut and drill them,” she said.
Still, she’s noticed others have begun incorporating Lego bricks into their own jewelry designs.
“It has pushed me to expand and continue to grow and create new pieces,” she said.
Oxidized sterling silver with recycled Lego pieces, available in lengths of 16 and 18 inches ($120)
The “Madison” ring, made in oxidized sterling silver with a 3-point black diamond ($200)
Sanchez said the demographic for her Forever Young collection was very surprising.
“Teachers, parents, Lego fans, architects, people who like modern design,” she said. “Lego is very recognizable and connects many to their childhood or sweet memories of their children.
Brushed sterling silver and sandblasted cherry-colored Lego post earrings ($75)
The Tire ring, in brushed sterling silver with a rubber toy tire ($60)
Sanchez added that the Lego pieces are great to wear casually and dressed up.
“I have had customers purchase an engagement ring, a teenager wore a necklace to her prom and mothers wear a piece at the park with their children,” she said.
Made in brushed sterling silver with hinged backs, these “Heart” cufflinks feature sandblasted Lego ($175)
To find out more about Sanchez, or contact her about her line, check out her website at JacQuelineSanchez.com or email jaq@jacquelinesanchez.com.
The Latest
Concerns about rising prices, politics, and global conflicts continue to dampen consumer outlook.
May’s birthstone is beloved for its rich green hue and its versatility.
Meet Ben Claus—grand prize winner of For the Love of Jewelers 2023 Fall Design Challenge.
Jacqui Larsson joins Opsydia with nearly two decades of experience in the industry.
Last month in Dallas, David Walton pushed another jeweler, David Ettinger, who later died.
The “Tiffany Céleste” collection reimagines designer Jean Schlumberger’s interpretations of the universe.
With Ho Brothers, you can unlock your brand's true potential and offer customers the personalized jewelry experiences they desire.
The brand also created a 100-carat lab-grown diamond necklace in honor of its centennial.
Tim Schlick has been promoted from his previous position as COO.
It’s the second year for the event, slated to take place in October in Toronto.
Supplier Spotlight Sponsored by GIA
Sales will be paused while the relocation takes place over the next few months.
“SIS x MISA Denim and Diamonds” is a collaboration between the designer and celebrity stylist Misa Hylton.
The retailer is moving to a newly designed space in the same shopping center.
Gifts that are unique and thoughtful are top of mind this year, according to the annual survey.
The necklace is featured in the brand’s “Rebel Heart” campaign starring Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo.
The two organizations will host a joint event, “Converge,” in September 2025.
Big changes appear to be on the horizon for the diamond miner and its parent company, Anglo American.
Padis succeeds Lisa Bridge, marking the first time the organization has had two women board presidents in a row.
The Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar "John Mayer" was celebrated at a star-studded party in LA last week.
The announcement came as the company reported a 23 percent drop in production in Q1.
The three-time Pro Bowler continues to partner with the retailer, donating to a Detroit nonprofit and giving watches to fans.
A double-digit drop in the number of in-store crimes was offset by a jump in off-premises attacks, JSA’s 2023 crime report shows.
Inspired by the Roman goddess of love, the designer looked to the sea for her new collection.
The luxury titan posted declining sales, weighed down by Gucci’s poor performance.
The selected nine organizations have outlined their plans for the funds.