How It Was Made

In Process: The Scrimshaw Collection

The Meaning Of | The Intaglio Waiting Series

How It Was Made | An Engagement Story

How It Was Made | Tiny Marquis Salt + Pepper Diamond Vanity Studs

Argentium Silver from Hannah Blount Jewelry

  As the studio evolves we’re expanding our use of fine metals and are pleased to have introduced argentium silver into HBJ’s silver, handmade pieces...

The Meaning Of | Artemis + Diana Goddess Cameo Necklaces

Diana and Artemis were two sides of the same goddess-- different names for the same maiden goddess and twin sister of Zeus, or Jupiter.

How It Was Made | Ocular Diamond Rings

A new setting is popping up in my Wedding and Engagement collection...

How It Was Made | Articulated Turquoise Figurehead Cameo Earrings

The unique detail between the Kingman turquoise stones wasn't originally a part of my design, but the best things aren't always planned...

A Custom-Fit | Bespoke Barnacle Rings

In the Studio...

asd   Ever wondered what it's like to make jewelry for a living? Take a look behind the scenes at the creative process!  Video by David T. Benedict

How It Was Made | Beetle Wings by Hannah Blount Jewelry

I love sharing the stories behind the designs and materials of all my pieces, especially those that spark instant reaction. My beetle wing pieces, found in both Vanity and Cameo, seem to elicit t...

How It Was Made | Hannah Blount Jewelry for Fire & Forge

The HBJ studio is thrilled to be participating in Fire & Forge – a highly-curated collection by A Thousand Facets of fine jewelry, featuring opals by Loren Gurche. 

A Custom Fit | Sentimental Sea Glass

Each of the custom projects I create are incredibly sentimental, but when I'm able to commemorate family and love in a piece made for someone dear to me- the sentimentality of the piece is boundle...

How It Was Made | Medusa Turquoise Cameo Necklace

Like all of my collections, each revolves around a natural narrative that has inspired me throughout my life. The Cameo collection is an ode to the Art Nouveau era, but also the stories of women a...

How It Was Made - Dip-Dye Agate Vanity Ring

In the beginning of September, I began attending Metalwerx's lapidary at the bench course. As a self-processed gemstone nerd, I was so excited to learn this new skill and put it to use in my Vanity...

How It Was Made – Aquamarine Vanity Link Necklace

The oceanic-magic of aquamarine is impossible to capture in just a single piece, unless that piece is comprised of over 100ct. This Vanity necklace embodies the incredible, varying shades of the ...

A Custom-Fit | Morganite Engagement Ring

One of the studio's latest custom pieces was a morganite and diamond engagement ring. The rose gold beauty was for an adorable couple, Tommy and Amanda, who have been long-time fans of the studio. ...

Behind the Magic | Kingman Turquoise Mineral Park Mine

Behind the Magic | Rare Earth Mining Co.

As a fellow small business, we take a lot of pride in buying gemstones from dealers that are also small but mighty. Founded in 1976 by former teacher  Bill Heher, Rare Earth Mining Co. is one of t...

A Custom-Fit | Tattooed Wedding Bands

HBJ's latest custom work was created for my dear cousin, Marsena, and her fiancé Dan. The soon-to-be-newlyweds asked me to create one-of-a-kind wedding bands, with the instructions to 'do whatever ...