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The online boutique will be in VACATION MODE until I return.

You will be able to peruse the site, but you'll be unable to make any purchases at this time.  Feel free to use our "wish list" function to make it easier for you when we reopen!

Thank you for your patience + understanding.

love, janet

Welcome to Shop by Collection!

I often work in themes that change with my interests + what's going on with the world around us.  As a designer, constant explorations of identity have influenced how I intake, process + form ideas, in order to make sense of everything that surrounds me. 

My website's been around since 1997 (when I was in my late 20s) and at the time, I had just moved from Japan, and I started the Kanji Jewelry + Origami lines to honor my Japanese heritage. In my 30s, I was obsessed with all things Pop Culture (my studio is littered with tons of fun figurines), in my 40s, I got obsessed with all things floral, and now that I'm a little older (*ahem*), I'm loving the clean, minimal beauty of geometric shapes. 

But age is just a number and it doesn't correlate to any specific collection here, because I do my best to try to create jewelry pieces that are timeless, everyday wear jewelry.  Jewelry is like a talisman for your soul--find something that speaks to you, or reminds you of the things you love or the people you love, but definitely, something that makes you feel FABULOUS, because you are.... 

  • Kanji Tablet Necklace Kanji Tablet Necklace Kanji Tablet Necklace Kanji Tablet Necklace

    Kanji Tablet Necklace

     If you like the Kanji Necklaces and want something substantial, here's the piece for you! Material & Technique: Originally, I carved a blank, thick circular disc pendant out of wax, then cast it in sterling silver These production pieces...

    $98.00
  • Initial Droplet Necklace Initial Droplet Necklace Initial Droplet Necklace

    Initial Droplet Necklace

    Material & Technique: Handandcrafted individually by Janet out of 1/2" diameter sterling silver circles Kanji is hand stamped onto the metal and then oxidized, so the kanji is on there for good (will not "rub" off) Choose either flat pendant, or...

    $68.00
  • Heart in Cage Necklace Heart in Cage Necklace Heart in Cage Necklace

    Heart in Cage Necklace

    This pendant features our special, 3-D "Heart in Cage" Pendant--the heart literally "floats" inside of the cage-like construction (the heart has a hidden prong in the back that gives the illusion of "floating" in the cage). Materials &...

    $68.00
  • Chica Bonita Anklet Chica Bonita Anklet

    Chica Bonita Anklet

    This anklet goes with everything, and the super cute adjustable star end lets you decide if you want to wear it high (with a longer falling star) or low! Material & Technique: The Star Pendant was originall designed and made by Janet in wax, then...

    $53.00
  • Stars for Squares Necklace Stars for Squares Necklace Stars for Squares Necklace

    Stars for Squares Necklace

    This is a must-have for the low maintenance girl because it goes with anything and is sturdy enough to wear 24-7! Material & Technique Originally made by Janet in Wax, then cast in sterling silver These are cast production pieces cast in...

    $68.00
  • Origami Tsuru Earrings Origami Tsuru Earrings Origami Tsuru Earrings

    Origami Tsuru Earrings

    In Japan, the Tsuru (Crane) is a symbol of good luck, health, and longevity, so it's a perfect gift for your loved ones (and for your fabulous self, of course!) Materials & Technique: Originally handmade by Janet in wax, then cast in sterling...

    $70.00
  • Lightening Bolt Earrings (pair, as shown) Lightening Bolt Earrings (pair, as shown)

    Lightening Bolt Earrings (pair, as shown)

    I mean...who doesn't like lightening bolts???  In pop culture, it symbolizes everything from raw energy to electric charges, as well as Davie Bowie(!) to Harry Potter (the scar on his forehead), and historically, it's been associated as the symbol...

    $126.00
  • Halo Trio Anklet

    Halo Trio Anklet

    Material & Technique: Original prototype Ringlet "halo" was handcarved in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each Ringlet has been hand filed, sanded, and...

    $75.00
  • Gold Vermeil Looparella Necklace Gold Vermeil Looparella Necklace Gold Vermeil Looparella Necklace

    Gold Vermeil Looparella Necklace

    Similar to our "Ring of Prometheus" Necklace, but a smaller, more subtle look! Material & Technique: Original piece made by Janet in wax, with texture manipulated using hot dental tools, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have...

    $79.00
  • Gold Vermeil Mojo Drop Earrings Gold Vermeil Mojo Drop Earrings Gold Vermeil Mojo Drop Earrings Gold Vermeil Mojo Drop Earrings

    Gold Vermeil Mojo Drop Earrings

    Material & Technique: Original Prototype Mojo Shapes hand sawed by Janet These production pieces are cast in sterling silver in New York City Each piece has been hand filed, sanded, and finished by Janet in her NYC studio 14K gold vermeil 1.5"...

    $69.00
  • Origami Shuriken (Ninja Star) Drop Earrings Origami Shuriken (Ninja Star) Drop Earrings Origami Shuriken (Ninja Star) Drop Earrings Origami Shuriken (Ninja Star) Drop Earrings

    Origami Shuriken (Ninja Star) Drop Earrings

    A tiny replica of an origami Ninja Star, which I used to make all the time when I was little! Material & Technique: Original prototype was handcarved in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in...

    $72.00
  • Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace

    Heavy Duty Mini Danger Necklace

    A "mini" Danger pendant with a heavy duty punch. Material & Technique: Prototype mini "Danger Girl" pendant was carved by hand in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York...

    $115.00
  • Heart in Cage Ring--currently, I have one left is size 5 Heart in Cage Ring--currently, I have one left is size 5 Heart in Cage Ring--currently, I have one left is size 5 Heart in Cage Ring--currently, I have one left is size 5

    Heart in Cage Ring--currently, I have one left is size 5

    Please note:  I currently have one left in size 5, but this item can be made to order in other whole and half sizes.  Please expect a 1 week delay. Material & Technique: The original prototype "Heart in Cage" was handmade in wax by...

    $85.00
  • Mojo Droplet Earrings Mojo Droplet Earrings Mojo Droplet Earrings Mojo Droplet Earrings Mojo Droplet Earrings

    Mojo Droplet Earrings

    Material & Technique: Original prototypes were hand-sawed by Janet in sterling silver These cast production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each piece has been hand filed, sanded, and finished by Janet in her NYC...

    $50.00
  • Tri Lam Earrings Tri Lam Earrings Tri Lam Earrings Tri Lam Earrings

    Tri Lam Earrings

    These '80s inspired earrings are a blast from the past! Material & Technique: Originally, I made the pendant out of wax, using dental tools to create a textured surface, then cast it in sterling These production pieces have been cast in sterling...

    $115.00
  • Hip to be Square Necklace Hip to be Square Necklace Hip to be Square Necklace Hip to be Square Necklace

    Hip to be Square Necklace

    Material & Technique: Originally, I made the pendant out of wax, using dental tools to create a textured surface, then cast it in sterling These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City All cast pieces are hand filed,...

    $78.00
  • Left: Shorter Drops (1" & 1.5" chains) with French Earwire with 3mm Ball Accent;  Right:  Longer Drops (1.5" & 2" chains) with 3mm Ball Accent Posts Left:  Longer Drops (1.5" & 2" chains) with Round Hoop Earwire;  Middle: Longer Drops with 3mm Ball Posts;  Right: Shoter Drops (1" & 1.5" chains) with French Earwire with 3mm Ball Accents Longer Drops (1.5" & 2" chains) with Round Hoop Earwire Longer Drops (1.5" & 2" chains) with Round Hoop Earwire

    Shooting Stars Earrings

    If you love stars, these are the earrings for you! Materials & Technique: Original star design was made in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling These production pieces have been cast in Sterling Silver in New York City Each star pendant has been...

    $90.00
  • Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace

    Rough Around the Edges Heart Necklace

    This is part of our Rough Around the Edges Series, where I purposely left a lot of file marks on the metal to give it a raw finish, emphasizing the beauty of handcrafted things. Material & Technique: Originally carved out of wax by Janet, then...

    $98.00
  • Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings

    Looparella Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings

    Similar to our much larger Earrings of Prometheus Hoops, but a smaller version for every day wear!  It is available in 3 different styles, the Droplet, Post, or Long Drop Earrings Material & Technique: Original piece made by Janet in wax,...

    $67.00
  • Earrings of Prometheus Earrings of Prometheus Earrings of Prometheus Earrings of Prometheus

    Earrings of Prometheus

    Prometheus (meaning "foresight"), 1) son of a Titan and a nymph, is known in Greek mythology as the one who stole fire back from Zeus, in which Zeus retaliated by creating woman (Pandora); 2) name of one of the moons of Saturn, which along with...

    $106.00
  • Manual Mood Ring Manual Mood Ring Manual Mood Ring Manual Mood Ring Manual Mood Ring

    Manual Mood Ring

    I liked the concept of a "Mood Ring," but who really wants just a color of their body temperature?  Here's my solution:  DIY!  Switch from "happy heart" to "broken heart" with a turn of the ring! Material & Technique: I originally...

    $96.00
  • Mini Stardust Necklace Mini Stardust Necklace Mini Stardust Necklace Mini Stardust Necklace

    Mini Stardust Necklace

    stardust n. a feeling or impression of romance, magic, or ethereality This piece is like our larger "Stardust Necklace," but a smaller, everyday size! Material & Technique:  Originally made in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling...

    $58.00
  • Hearts for Squares Droplet or Long Drop Earrings Hearts for Squares Droplet or Long Drop Earrings Hearts for Squares Droplet or Long Drop Earrings

    Hearts for Squares Droplet or Long Drop Earrings

    Material & Technique Designed and originally made in wax by Janet These production cast pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each pendant has been hand filed, sanded, and finished by Janet in her NYC studio Earwire:...

    $89.00
  • Punk-ish Lapis Lazuli Short Chain Drop Earrings Punk-ish Lapis Lazuli Short Chain Drop Earrings Punk-ish Lapis Lazuli Short Chain Drop Earrings

    Punk-ish Lapis Lazuli Short Chain Drop Earrings

    Materials & Technique: Large, bicone shaped, faceted Lapis Lazuli, natural color Wirewrapped in sterling silver Sterling silver French  Earwires with a 3mm sterling ball accent Sterling silver Bezeled Curb Chain Product Size &...

    $74.00
  • Gender Symbol Stem Earrings Gender Symbol Stem Earrings Gender Symbol Stem Earrings Gender Symbol Stem Earrings Gender Symbol Stem Earrings

    Gender Symbol Stem Earrings

    PLEASE NOTE:  these stem earrings are sold as a PAIR.  If you want just 1, please click here to go to that page. Material & Technique: Original sterling silver casts made from Janet's prototype hand-sawed silver gender symbols These...

    $56.00
  • Halo Quintet Necklace Halo Quintet Necklace Halo Quintet Necklace

    Halo Quintet Necklace

    Material & Technique: Original prototype Ringlet "halo" was handcarved in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each Ringlet has been hand filed, sanded, and...

    $124.00
  • Gold Vermeil Kanji Droplet Necklace Gold Vermeil Kanji Droplet Necklace Gold Vermeil Kanji Droplet Necklace

    Gold Vermeil Kanji Droplet Necklace

    Material & Technique: Handandcrafted individually by Janet out of 1/2" diameter sterling silver circles Kanji is stamped onto the metal, so the kanji is on there for good (will not "rub" off) 14K Gold Vermeil Necklace made of gold filled chain...

    $79.00
  • Gold Vermeil Mini Love Me Love Me Not Earrings Gold Vermeil Mini Love Me Love Me Not Earrings Gold Vermeil Mini Love Me Love Me Not Earrings

    Gold Vermeil Mini Love Me Love Me Not Earrings

    Material & Technique: Original prototype heart was hand sawed by Janet The production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each piece has been hand filed, sanded, and finished by Janet in her NYC studio 14K gold vermeil...

    $86.25
  • Gold Vermeil Looparella Long Drop Earrings Gold Vermeil Looparella Long Drop Earrings Gold Vermeil Looparella Long Drop Earrings

    Gold Vermeil Looparella Long Drop Earrings

    Similar to our much larger Earrings of Prometheus Hoops, but a smaller version for every day wear! Material & Technique: Original piece made by Janet in wax, with texture manipulated using hot dental tools, then cast in sterling silver These...

    $88.55
  • Urban Cowboy Earrings Urban Cowboy Earrings Urban Cowboy Earrings Urban Cowboy Earrings

    Urban Cowboy Earrings

    My husband's from Oklahoma and is an avid OU fan.  Here's my city girl interpretation of cowgirl accessories! Material & Technique: Prototype horseshoe pendant was carved in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver Prototype mini star...

    $115.00
  • Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Necklace Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Necklace Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Necklace Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Necklace

    Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Necklace

    Material & Technique: Original prototype was handcarved in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each pendant has been hand filed, sanded, and finished by...

    $68.00
  • Mini Danger Bracelet Mini Danger Bracelet Mini Danger Bracelet Mini Danger Bracelet Mini Danger Bracelet

    Mini Danger Bracelet

    Just a little bit of danger goes a long way.... Material & Technique: Original "Mini Danger" Skull & Crossbones pendant was carved by hand in wax by Janet, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling...

    $77.00
  • "Connect the Dots" Looparella Lariat Necklace "Connect the Dots" Looparella Lariat Necklace "Connect the Dots" Looparella Lariat Necklace

    "Connect the Dots" Looparella Lariat Necklace

    One of our few "lariat" style necklaces!  Can be work in various styles, depending on your necklace--you can wear it as a choker with a dramatic drop, balance both pendants near the bottom for a more rounded necklace look, or something in...

    $75.00
  • Inverse Halo Trio Necklace Inverse Halo Trio Necklace

    Inverse Halo Trio Necklace

    Great from casual to dressy! Material & Technique: Prototype was made by Janet in wax, then cast in sterling silver These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each pendant has been hand filed, sanded, and...

    $115.00
  • Chains of Love Necklace Chains of Love Necklace Chains of Love Necklace

    Chains of Love Necklace

    Little and cute...but tough! Material & Technique: Original Protoype was handmade out of sterling silver by Janet  These production pieces have been cast in sterling silver in New York City Each pendant has been hand filed, sanded,...

    $62.00
  • "American" Spirit Necklace "American" Spirit Necklace "American" Spirit Necklace "American" Spirit Necklace

    "American" Spirit Necklace

    Thanks to our customers, we were able to raise $10,350 for the Uniformed Firefighters Association of Greater New York Widows and Children's Fund and also for the Ladder 12 Fund (my neighborhood fire station, who lost 5 firefighters), with just this one...

    $94.00