In my practice, I believe our most profound stories shouldn’t be tucked away in boxes, but carried as a living testament to our journey. Personal Artifacts | Story Jewelry shifts my work with reclaimed materials to the intimate scale of the body. By integrating your heirloom fragments, weathered tokens, or salvaged remnants with hand-forged elements, I transform dormant memories into bespoke "story vessels." These pieces serve as a physical bridge between your past and your future—a tangible part of your daily life.

To honor her mother, Buffy commissioned Janise to make necklaces from jewelry her mother gifted to her and her sisters. (Buffy Collection 1 of 4)

To honor her mother, Buffy commissioned Janise to make necklaces from jewelry her mother gifted to her and her sisters. (Buffy Collection 1 of 4)

Denae's necklace celebrates and honors a personal story of a difficult decision. It evokes feelings of empowerment and a sense of connection.

Susan and sister celebrate their mother's life with Janise's custom brooches which they exchanges every mother's day in her memory. (SusanU Collection 2 of 2)

A special event deserved a special necklace, one that brought Michelle strength and love.

Donated necklace transformed into modern jewelry pieces for a community benefit.

Janise used pearls from a family member and added a special removable cross to hang from the back of my necklace, so I could give it as a gift to my mom to share in my wedding day.

Assemblage necklace that speaks of fond personal memories. Part of Michelle H Collection

I love big unusual jewelry! Janise designed this piece just me. I love how she used the Druzy stones I provided.

To honor her mother, Buffy commissioned Janise to make necklaces from jewelry her mother gifted to her and her sisters. (Buffy Collection 1 of 4)

Denae found a way to celebrate a difficult decision by commissioning Janise to tell her story in a special way.

Kim gave a special gift to her mother. She commissioned Janise to make a custom bracelet from her mom's favorite, but worn out napkin ring.

Michelle's custom necklace made with a few of Grandma's collectibles.

My favorite bracelet broke, even though Janise didn't make it, she repaired it beautifully by making a new custom clasp.

Jean’s brooch was special to her because it was a gift from a dear friend. Janise redesigned it into a necklace that doubles as a brooch. She received rave reviews from her friend.

Jean loves bling so she brought Janise her bits and pieces of broken jewelry to transformed into something new and original. She loved it!

Janise artistically recreated several new necklaces, bracelets, and earrings from one necklace I never wore. Now they are more my style. :)

My mom loved this custom made bracelet. It has all our birth years and birthstones.

Janise made me this lovely gift to represent my heart and faith.

Janise created this casual necklace from the little things that remind me of my father. It get a lot of attention when I wear it.

Chris felt the support of friends who commissioned Janise to make a necklace using special charms they contributed during chemo treatments.

Susan’s brooch speaks of her past and brings feelings of love and comfort. It’s an assemblage of bits from her mother’s old jewelry and tokens from her youth uniquely designed and can be worn as a necklace. (SusanU Collection 1 of 2)

Susan’s brooch speaks of her past and brings feelings of love and comfort. It’s an assemblage of bits from her mother’s old jewelry and tokens from her youth uniquely designed and can be worn as a necklace. (SusanU Collection 1 of 2)

To honor her mother, Buffy commissioned Janise to make necklaces from jewelry her mother gifted to her and her sisters. (Buffy Collection 1 of 4)

Michelle’s necklace speaks of cherished memories with her grandmother admiring her porcelain knick-knacks.

Silver and leather bracelets made from recycled jewelry.

Fond memories of eating meals at grandmas are attached to this flatware. Only a few pieces were left and Cindy commissioned Janise to make pendants for her and her sister so they could cherish the memories often.

I gave Janise a mish mosh of trinkets and she designed this lovely statement necklace.

Custom necklace includes a keepsake given from a dear friend.

I purchased these beads while on travel, Janise turned them into a lovely pendant and earring set.

​"Carry Your Story Forward"

"I invite you to collaborate with me in the creation of a wearable artifact that honors your unique history. Whether you are looking to repurpose a family heirloom or commemorate a pivotal life transition, we will work together to refine your sentimental materials into a piece of fine-art jewelry.
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The Commission Process:

• ​Consultation: We begin with a conversation about the history of your artifacts and the story you wish to tell.
• Design & Refinement: I develop a conceptual framework that balances the integrity of your keepsakes with my signature hand-cast aesthetic.
• Creation: Your personal artifacts are integrated into a one-of-a-kind piece, crafted to be worn, cherished, and passed down.

Ready to transform your memory into a wearable legacy?

Inquire about a custom story piece