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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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