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...

Purchase with Purpose | SFCG Peace Egg Waiting Ring

Hannah Blount Jewelry’s Purchase with Purpose collection continues to grow with the Peace Egg Waiting Ring.  Note: the HBJ studio originally launched this year's Purchase...

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Press | HBJ on Shopify's And Nowhere Else

The Shopify blog featured myself and the studio in their And Nowhere Else series, where they dove into the South End's past, present and future......

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A New Collection Inspired by a Classic!

The studio is so excited to preview a brand new collection inspired by nostalgia and classic jewelry design... Utilizing organic, ethically sourced pasta, made from sustainable...

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Design Inspiration | Tucson Gem Show Treasures

After weeks of trade shows and travel, I'm settling back into the studio and finding endless design inspiration in the gemstones I brought back from...

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Happy New Year from HBJ!

Thank you for an incredible year of one-of-a-kind memories. This year the HBJ studio grew in size and heart: we expanded our team, donated to...

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Design Inspiration | The Ruthie B. Collection

Jim Hanon, of Minus Red, recently filmed a beautiful, genuine view of a day-at-sea with my father on the Ruthie B. The last Nantucket offshore...

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Introducing The Milgrain Collection

The studio is excited to welcome a new, glimmering collection that combines antique glamour with ornate design, and organic elements... Comprised of one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces—the Milgrain collection...

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Solidarity With The Tree of Life Victims

In light of the anti-Semitic attack at the Tree of Life synagogue earlier this month, we're sharing some organizations that are stepping up and supporting those affected...

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Made With Magic | October Opals

The HBJ studio is bewitched by October’s birthstone: opals.  This month, savor the kaleidoscopic colors found in each opal variety – from mercurial black opals...

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