The Making of a (Scrimshaw) Mermaid
Scrimshaw, the technique of hand-engraving + inking illustrations into shells, gemstones and other materials, dates back to whalers of the late 18th century; scrimshanders of yore created their hand-etched pieces...
Tropical Treasures: New Shell Pieces from Kauai
Celebrate the lush blossoming of spring with gilded seashells sourced from Kauai’s beaches, adorned with Vanity prongs, Cameo Ladies, and Ruthie B. barnacles. Hannah Blount...
Wedding Day
On October third, amongst family and COVID-19 tests, John and I tied the knot—exactly one year to the day, and in the same place,...
In Process: The Scrimshaw Collection
Hannah Blount Jewelry’s Scrimshaw collection is an ever-growing, oceanic ode to the scrimshanders of yore who created their hand-etched pieces to pass the time aboard...
Finding Your Ring Size
Finger sizing is not an exact science. In fact, it's more of an art. No matter your sizing inquiry, whether it’s for you or for a...
The Meaning Of | The Ruthie B. Collection
Photography by Sadie Dayton An homage to my childhood, the Ruthie B. collection is comprised of gritty, nautical-inspired pieces. This collection is named for...
Happy Pride 2021 from the HBJ Studio!
Happy Pride from the HBJ studio! We’re celebrating by recognizing Pride’s history and the organizations that continue to stand up for LGBTQIA+ rights with their...
Coveted & Rare: Kazakhstan Turquoise
Fresh, one-of-a-kind Kazakhstan turquoise jewelry is now available in arresting silhouettes and striking shades of blue. Featuring a variety of raw and polished cuts, these...
The Meaning Of | The Intaglio Waiting Series
The latest series from the Waiting collection is an ode to natural rarities and innate gifts: the Intaglio series features the hand-carved, gemstone artwork of...
Metaphysical Magic: Aquamarines
The magic of aquamarines transcend their beautiful oceanic colors and geometric facets: aquamarines were regarded as a token of luck and protection for sailors—some supposed...