Cherokee Copper
Tulsa, Oklahoma
About Cherokee Copper
Award-winning Cherokee artist Greg Stice has been sharing his Native American culture with customers through his family-run business Cherokee Copper for more than five years. Copper jewelry pieces that are inspired by Cherokee heritage are featured by the brand, but other fine metals are also available. The jewelry is crafted with real gemstones and pearls, and is designed to be worn every day. It’s also affordable, as most items in the catalog price out around $30.
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Clay & Fern Co.
Minot, North Dakota
About Clay & Fern Co.
From her home studio in Minot, Amanda of Clay & Fern Co. handcrafts jewelry from polymer clay. Each piece is inspired by autumn hues, soft textures and the beauty of nature. Amanda’s earrings are ultra-lightweight and hypoallergenic, made with gold fill or surgical steel for lasting comfort. Clay & Fern Co. also offers handmade bookmarks and magnets!
d’ears
Finlayson, Minnesota
About d’ears
Minnesota has some of the most beautiful nature in the country, so it makes sense that it would make good jewelry. Made in the small town of Finlayson, many of d’Ears‘ pieces are adorned with animals, foliage, and even the Northern Lights. You can find these earrings at stores around the country (we found them at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History), but you can also place an order online.
Danfoth Pewter
Middlebury, Vermont
About Danfoth Pewter
Danforth Pewter’s history stretches all the way to 1775. For nearly a century, the Danforth family made pewter their lifeblood. But then, in the late 19th century, Chinese imports popularized cheap porcelain and glass, and pewter fell out of favor. The Danforth family’s pewter tradition came to a close in 1873… or so it seemed. In 1975, Fred Danforth decided that he would revive the business and apprenticed with artisans to restore his family’s tradition. Today, the company is on solid ground and offers oh so many giftable goods at a variety price-points, from holiday ornaments to photo frames to jewelry to keyrings — all made of timeless pewter handcrafted in Middlebury, Vt.
Desert Goddess Jewelry
Albuquerque, New Mexico
About Desert Goddess Jewelry
New Mexico is known as “The Land of Enchantment”, and “enchanting” is exactly the word we’d use to describe the pieces from Desert Goddess Jewelry. The artist behind this company is Selina Baca, whose family has lived in New Mexico for generations. Baca fell in love with jewelry making after college and decided to dedicate her life to her craft. Today, she makes each Desert Goddess piece by hand in Albuquerque, inspired by the rich Hispanic culture of her family and New Mexico. It’s a perfect way to celebrate your love for this wonderful place.
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Eco Lustre
Brooklyn, New York
About Eco Lustre
When two sisters wanted jewelry that was trendy yet environmentally friendly, Eco Lustre was created. Sisters Natalia and Luda created Eco Lustre and made jewelry that is beautiful, friendly to the environment, affordable, and made in the United States. Their necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and rings hold an organic, but modern allure.
Eighth Generation
Seattle, Washington
About Eighth Generation
Eighth Generation is a Seattle-based textile manufacturer operated by the Snoqualmie Tribe, which employs native artists from around the country to design items like socks, scarves and jewelry. There are some lovely items worth your time in those categories, but you’ve really got to check out Eighth Generation’s flagship item: Its luxurious and beautiful wool blankets and their unique design patterns. Our favorite is the Confluence, featuring a pattern designed by a Tsimshian artist. Like fellow Washington manufacturer Sukie’s Candle Co., Eighth Generation is also a member of Seattle Made.
Foterra Jewelry
Portland, Oregon
About Foterra Jewelry
Capture the spirit of the Hawaiian islands with Foterra Jewelry, whose brightly colored pieces will warm up any cold winter day. The company, which began in Hawaii but now is based in Oregon, also specializes in creating custom pieces that allow you to place a photo into earrings, necklaces, bangles and more. Most items are priced under $75.
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Giving Bracelets
Scottsdale, Arizona
About Giving Bracelets
Based in old-town Scottsdale, Giving Bracelets offers affordable leather bracelets and leather handbags. The bracelets are made from the leftover leather used to manufacture the bags, and 10 percent of each purchase goes to charity.
