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08/07/2026

It’s been a hot minute since our last fundraising efforts, and we’re here to share the story of Ellie and her family’s quest to purchase a wheelchair van.

While we could spend tons of time talking about how brave this family is, or how special Ellie is, the part missing from this narrative is how SPECTACULARLY the system has failed this family.

Accessibility IS visibility. Accessibility is dignity. Accessibility is support. And since we haven’t managed to figure that out here in NJ, in 2026, it’s a conversation worth having.

No family should have to crowd-fund a wheelchair van, which, last time we checked, is a supportive medical device. Insurance and state programs should be in place to absorb those costs- mothers and fathers should never have to spend what precious energy they have begging for the systems to provide help with what we all poured money into those systems to handle.

And that’s where community comes it, because if we don’t have each other’s backs, then who is going to help us in our time of need? It’s sad to say, but we are living in a time when compassion and empathy are revolutionary.

So let’s do the most dangerous thing we can, and get this family the van the need, together. For the remainder of the month, stop into the shop, make a donation of $10 or more to Ellie’s fundraiser, and receive 10% off your in-store purchase, up to $10 off.

And Jack Black if you see this, we could totally use some of that Nacho Libre orphan bus energy in Boonton right now, let’s get Ellie out and about so she can see her world with her family and nurse!

07/20/2026

It’s been a couple years now, and my electroform collection has grown so much! It’s really become one of my favorite parts of my studio practice. There’s something so magical about the process of growing copper, a slight unpredictability as you learn to work with and surrender to the combination of electricity, acid and atmosphere that reminds me that while I may be setting the dominoes in motion, only time will tell the results. And boy do these pieces take time, especially the natural artifacts (we lovingly refer to them as my “things on chains” collection)! From finding the perfect pieces of nature, to drying and preserving them, then prepping them for the bath, it can be months between that first moment of seeing an object and saying, “I want to see that worn!” to finished product on the shelf.

But there’s so much beauty in that fact, in the way that this process is so divorced from timelines and consumerism and pressure. It’s not fast fashion, and it was never meant to be. These pieces are for those who appreciate the path less traveled, and every time we unite one of my creations with its person, there’s a happy little sense of thrill for me.

The shop will be open Wednesday through Sunday regular hours, stop by to shop, chat, and support intentionally created art❤️

07/16/2026

People are always telling us that they’ve never seen work like mine before, and there’s good reason for that. I don’t chase trends, I don’t create designs that I think will be popular, I create my designs for me. I make jewelry to fulfill my desire to fill the world with beautiful objects, reflections of my own inner world made tangible.
Ever since watching as a young teen, the idea that ornamentation, and jewelry in particular, can cultivate our own mysterious power has always fascinated me. Finding my voice through the guiding language of crystals these past 5 years has really helped everything click into place for me. This isn’t just jewelry, these are tiny sculptures meant to tell stories, and by donning them, the wearer becomes part of that story.

We’ll be open regular hours this week through Sunday, and then will be announcing limited hours for the remainder of July so we can take some much-needed family time❤️

07/07/2026

Feeling extremely grateful to all our clients today- yesterday Sean and I made our first big purchase as newlyweds…a Honda CR-V! What a major quality of life improvement for our business and our family! And it wouldn’t have been possible without all the support our store receives; choosing to shop small truly has direct impacts on real people in real time, every day. So thank you, Gem Friends, for helping our family to keep rolling forward, we love you!

06/18/2026

Working on a new ring design drop! These lovelies are made to mimic the circlets (I play a lot of Elder Scrolls, it was bound to happen at some point!), and feature electroplated hematite beads- the rainbow oil slick look of that process is so mysterious and playfully elegant. They’ll be dropping for Lunar Faire this Saturday, just in time for Pride! Come find them at the Gemtuitive booth.

06/07/2026

05/27/2026

Got a fresh bath, a crop of interesting pendants, and a dream. Just loving these selections from my latest batch of Electroforms I’m preparing for

They’ll be getting patina and wax soon, can’t wait to share the final products in the next few days🥰

PS, if you aren’t following the shop’s main page, please give us a follow on , because Sean is so much better at social media than me.

05/14/2026

Super excited about June’s First Friday! In partnership with our friends at , we’re building a real shindig at the top of the hill!

I’ll be doing Intuitive Crystal Readings in shop all night. Not to brag, but I have a weird talent for telling strangers things about themselves I have no business knowing 🤫😉🤯

is bringing their Doggie Kissing Booth (and a big dose of PRIDE🏳️‍🌈) to raise funds for Gremlin’s Grub Hub, which connects pet owners in need of support with food for their furry friends.

will be back with her psychedelic art!

will be there with their beaded flower creations. If you’ve seen them in the shop, you know how cool her work is!

is bringing the vibes with his CARNIVOROUS PLANTS

and .studiosz are sharing their illustrations and artwork, can’t wait to see their works in person!
shop is coming with handmade jewelry- I love their easy bohemian vibe!

What a way to welcome in the summer! Stay tuned for more more fun from our partners in the Boonton Underground🤘

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04/25/2026

Restock alert 🚨 New Beginnings Candles are back in stock! I’ve also just completed a massive restock of spell jars (and introduced two NEW SPELLS to the roster!)

I’ll be in the shop tomorrow 4/26 from 11-5, doing readings and causing good trouble 😽 Stop by to say hi and get a reading with me💜