Embrace Spring in the Netherlands with Spanish Artisanal Treasures
Are you ready to welcome spring?
The days are getting longer, the sunlight warmer and more intense, and soon, our gardens will burst into color with blooming flowers.
Spring is here!
Light, color and freshness return, bringing new energy to our days. As nature awakens, so do we, naturally embracing brighter colors, softer fabrics and fresh accessories. What better way to celebrate the season than with exclusive handmade pieces?
Each one blends Spanish craftsmanship and timeless design, adding warmth and vibrancy to your home and wardrobe while remaining treasures to enjoy beyond the season.
At Belma Craft & Art, I’m excited to introduce you to Spanish artisanal pieces that combine color, style and the warmth of spring, allowing you to enjoy the essence of the season all year long.
Margaret de Arcos: Hand-painted Silk Accessories
One of the standout pieces for spring is the hand-painted natural silk collection from Margaret de Arcos, a Spanish brand renowned for its exceptional artistry in silk accessories.
With over 25 years of experience, Margaret de Arcos creates unique pieces that seamlessly blend art and fashion, making them a perfect match for the season’s vibrant energy.
Floral Silk Foulards: Color and Freshness
The silk foulards by Margaret de Arcos showcase hand-painted floral patterns that capture the essence of spring. These eye-catching designs infuse your wardrobe with color, while the luxurious silk gently drapes around your neck, offering comfort and softness.
Perfect for fluctuating temperatures, these foulards strike the ideal balance between style and practicality, making them versatile accessories for year-round wear.
Wrap yourself in the luxurious softness of natural silk, providing comfort and a touch of spring color.
Margaret de Arcos’ hand-painted natural silk floral foulards are more than just functional accessories—they are signature pieces that highlight exceptional craftsmanship, with every detail thoughtfully executed.
Hand-painted Fans: Elegant and Functional
In addition to the silk foulards, Margaret de Arcos brings to life hand-painted fans, a beautiful and functional accessory for warmer days ahead.
These fans feature vibrant designs that capture the energy of spring, preparing us for the arrival of summer.
Made with polished pear wood ribs, these fans not only provide a refreshing breeze on hot days but also serve as a statement of style and elegance.
A Margaret de Arcos’ hand-painted natural silk fans are an exclusive accessory that will accompany you for a lifetime. A collector’s item that attracts attention wherever you go.
Discover Margaret de Arcos exquisite hand-painted foulards and fans exclusively available at Belma Craft & Art in the Netherlands.
Ceramics and Jewelry by Mouette12
Behind Mouette12 is Elsa Mateo, a ceramist who carefully creates her pieces from her workshop in Simancas. Her creations stand out not only for their beauty and quality but also for the possibility of personalization, making each piece even more exclusive.
From her unique collection, I’d like to introduce you to two categories that are perfect for this season: Jewelry and Vases.
Jewelry
Mouette12’s jewelry collection features rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets, each crafted from ceramic and combined with other materials such as brass and enamels to give them a touch of color.
With spring temperatures allowing us to leave behind scarves and gloves, it’s the perfect time to showcase delicate pieces like the “Bichos” collection—detailed insect pendants and bracelets—or the flattering heart-shaped earrings in vibrant red. The white ceramic pendants shaped like swallows add an elegant, airy touch to your spring look.
These unique accessories by Mouette12 are perfect for completing your seasonal wardrobe, and Belma Craft & Art brings them to the Netherlands for you to enjoy.
Vases
Spring is the season of flowers, and in the Netherlands, we are never short of blooms. As nature transitions from winter’s frozen fields to a vibrant landscape of flowers, we too welcome the beauty of spring into our homes.
To complement your floral arrangements, Mouette12 has crafted stunning vases that add a delicate charm to any room. These unique pieces can also be customized, allowing you to infuse a personal touch to your home decor.
Now, you can enjoy these exclusive vases in the Netherlands through Belma Craft & Art.
Taller Piccolo
Francisco Crescini and Ángela González, the creative minds behind Taller Piccolo, combine their arquitectural expertise with exceptional craftsmanship. By using high-quality materials and with a sustainable approach, they create timeless bags that elevates every occasion with sophistication and style.
From their bags, created on a small scale, I’ve chosen one from the Nerja Series, pure elegance for spring.
NERJA M
A bag that combines style and functionality in a sublime way, perfect for longer days and warm spring nights. From a relaxed afternoon bike ride to elegant outdoor events like weddings and terrace dinners, the Nerja M bag captures the freshness and vitality of the season.
The expert use of natural materials, wood and leather, along with its versatile and original design, makes this bag an essential piece that won’t go unnoticed.
At Belma Craft & Art, you can explore this and other models from the Nerja series — timeless pieces that complement your outfit, tell a story of Spanish craftsmanship and ethical commitment, perfect for carrying with you every day in the Netherlands.
Handcrafted jewelry by Belén Bajo
For 25 years, Belén Bajo has been designing signature jewelry, featuring geometric volumes inspired by the 20th-century artistic avant-garde while retaining the timeless elegance of Mediterranean culture.
Among her exquisite original jewelry, I want to highlight some of her rings, earrings, necklaces and chokers.
Handmade Rings
With glove season behind us, now is the perfect time to showcase Belén Bajo’s handcrafted rings.
Their colorful stones set in silver, vermeil silver (gold-plated silver) or gold will catch everyone’s eye and shine beautifully on your hands.
Among her rings collection, you will find wide, thin, voluminous and also simple designs to suit all tastes and hands, each retaining its distinctive hallmark that makes each piece unique.
The AVA model, in particular, evokes the delicate beauty of a spring bloom on your hand—delicate yet bold.
Unique Earrings
Earrings are the perfect accessory to add a pop of color to your face, especially in spring. Whether you’re looking for elegant long earrings for a special occasion or smaller, more delicate ones for everyday wear, Belén Bajo’s designs add a cheerful and distinctive touch to any outfit.
Necklaces
As scarves make way for lighter accessories, it’s the perfect moment to showcase Belén Bajo’s stunning necklaces—elegant pieces designed to stand out this season.
Her collection includes both delicate, understated designs and bold statement pieces. Each one is unique, perfect for any occasion, and effortlessly elevates even the most neutral outfit.
Chokers
Belén Bajo’s chokers are wearable works of art—sophisticated, unique, and designed to make a statement.
Featuring colorful stones, striking designs or more understated styles, these chokers are treasures you’ll never want to leave in a drawer.
Now available in the Netherlands through Belma Craft & Art, these exceptional pieces are the perfect way to elevate your spring looks.
What’s your favorite piece for this spring?
Discover and get your unique treasures at Belma Craft & Art to experience Spanish Craftsmanship every day this spring and beyond in the Netherlands.
I’m here to help with anything you need—don’t hesitate to reach out!
