#shelljewelry

[potts-and-plants]

hi everyone! i’m not sure who’s going to see this, but i want to share what i’ve been doing w my small business! if you have time, i’d appreciate if you stuck around <3

i’m from o`ahu, hawai`i, and i have a small jewelry business that i operate all on my own. i started off by making chunky jewelry (which i still do sometimes) but i have recently begun to dig deeper into my native culture and make pieces that are inspired by my native kingdom. it is my goal to not only show my culture through my pieces, but to support other small businesses in the process, as well. because of this, i try my best to source whatever materials i can from local businesses on the island.

i’m very passionate about my art, as it’s mainly what’s been keeping me afloat throughout my time at university. i have been working for almost two years at this point, and i’ve faced some brain-altering challenges, whether it be about the business itself or taking month-long hiatuses for my mental health.

despite the challenges i’ve faced, i still continue to produce what i consider to be unique pieces of jewelry that show hawai`i’s culture. a new project i’ve been working on is shell jewelry. i have a friend who goes diving and brings me shells. i then hand-drill holes into my shells and turn them into jewelry. it’s really a big switch-up from anything i’ve made before and i’m really proud of myself!!

i love, love, love to create. i’m a highly creative person. i love being able to share my culture with others, not only through jewelry, but through communicative education. i am an advocate for native hawaiians (in hawaiian, us natives are called kānaka maoli) and i aspire to share the true meanings of my culture with those i meet. although it’s still small, having a platform has given me a space to advocate for my fellow kānaka brothers and sisters.

in light of all of this, it would mean so much to me if you are able to help support my business in any way! my instagram is @beadsbypotter. i am also working on my etsy page at the moment. i strongly encourage you to check it out—it would mean the world to me! if you are able, please consider giving me a follow. it is my goal to get to 500 followers by the end of the year and i intend to host a giveaway for it! thank you so much for taking time of your day to read this. please remember to shop small :)

#jewelry #hawaii #native hawaiian #shelljewelry #oahu #oahuhawaii #smallbiz #shopsmall #minorityownedbusiness #kanaka #kanaka maoli #small business

[blackjewels5]

#africanamerican beauty #black hairstyles #wraps #blackhistory #gold jewelry #shelljewelry #blackbraids

[twistedkittyart]

Pearlescent shell star stud earrings, I love how these catch the light. So hard to photograph though.

#shelljewelry #Shells #Stars #Shell stars #Mother of pearl #Mermaid jewellery

[anydesignjewelry]

🐚 Shell Necklace 🐚 Are you ready for summer? These shell necklaces are a unique way to bring some summer vibes to your wardrobe! Each one is completely unique and handcrafted by me! Only one of each is available! #anydesignjewelry #handmadenecklace #handmadejewelrydesign #handmadejewelryforsale #handmadejewelry #beadedjewelry #beadednecklace #gemstonenecklace #handmade #jewelry #smallbusiness #jewelrygram #jewelryofinstagram #beadwork #artisanjewelry #handcraftedjewelry #jewelryartist #oneofakindjewelry #shellnecklace #shelljewelry #summerjewelry #summernecklace #beadwork #etsyjewelry #smallbusinessowner #shell #jewelrydesigner #jewelrygifts #jewelryartist #oneofakindjewelry via @preview.app (at Phoenix, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf9buxGJbcJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#anydesignjewelry #handmadenecklace #handmadejewelrydesign #handmadejewelryforsale #handmadejewelry #beadedjewelry #beadednecklace #gemstonenecklace #handmade #jewelry #smallbusiness #jewelrygram #jewelryofinstagram #beadwork #artisanjewelry #handcraftedjewelry #jewelryartist #oneofakindjewelry #shellnecklace #shelljewelry #summerjewelry #summernecklace #etsyjewelry #smallbusinessowner #shell #jewelrydesigner #jewelrygifts

[mydearestworld]

First post ( ˘ ³˘)♥︎

I’m My Dearest World, a slow-made jewelry maker based in Brooklyn ༄ with freshwater pearls and thoughtfully-sourced shells. I’m so excited to meet you all and share my work 𖦹

#jewelry #handmadejewelry #customjewelry #handmade #mermaid #mermaidjewelry #ocean #shell #shells #shelljewelry #pearls #pearl #pearljewelry #mermaidcore #smallbusiness #slowmade #slowjewelry

[ecodesignprojectdesign]

🐚🤍#shelljewelry#allyearround 🤍>>click the link in bio to shop handmade and vintage jewelry. *if you can't find items in my Etsy shop, that items are sold out or not for sale. Ship worldwide. #ecodesignproject#handmade#jewelry#etsy#boho#hippie#gypsy#armcandy#beadwork#fashion#ootd#western#dreamcatcher#nativeamerican#navajo#vintage#oneofakind#armparty#jewelryoftheday https://www.instagram.com/p/CkGh7-cppB1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#shelljewelry #allyearround #ecodesignproject #handmade #jewelry #etsy #boho #hippie #gypsy #armcandy #beadwork #fashion #ootd #western #dreamcatcher #nativeamerican #navajo #vintage #oneofakind #armparty #jewelryoftheday

[starfirebodyjewelry]

Sally Sells Seashells by the Seashore. So many cute shell pieces in the studio & webstore now!! Featured here are 2 of our favs from @junipurrjewelry & @tawapa #conch #conchpiercing #piercingjewelry #helixpiercings #piercings #whitegold #pearl #shell #shelljewelry (at Oregon Coast) https://www.instagram.com/p/CrmNWXXAYLq/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#conch #conchpiercing #piercingjewelry #helixpiercings #piercings #whitegold #pearl #shell #shelljewelry

[shopbejeweled]

This sweet tree of life necklace is handmade with sterling silver and genuine mother of pearl in Bali. It is the perfect “go to” necklace with it’s soft iridescence. Our shell jewelry collection offers several different shell from mother of pearl to colorful abalone shell, to sea shells like nautilus shell, white ark shells, pectin shell, cinnerus and sundial shells, and much more. Shop our collection at https://shopbejeweled.com/collections/shell-jewelry #shelljewelry #motherofpearl #handmadesilverjewelry #treeoflife #organicgems #shopbejeweled #shopsathilltop #virginiabeach (at BeJeweled, Virginia Beach, VA) https://www.instagram.com/p/CplBCWGuqjM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#shelljewelry #motherofpearl #handmadesilverjewelry #treeoflife #organicgems #shopbejeweled #shopsathilltop #virginiabeach

[blackumbrellajewelry]

The Starlet’s Hairpin is inspired by romance and enduring love. Two forget-me-not flowers nestle a spiny oyster heart in a fine and sterling silver setting. The prongs are lightly hammered to add extra dimension to the piece and the piece has been oxidized, then polished to accentuate the details and give it an antique feel. 🐚 Online . . . . . . . . . . #heartjewelry #hairpin #hairjewellery #bohobride #balletstyle #hairjewelry #madebyhand #romanticjewelry #heartjewelry #hairstick #slowfashion #ballerinastyle #jewelrydesign #shelljewelry #jewelryblogger #perfectlyimperfect #makersmovement #silversunday #artisanjewelry #torontojewelry #futureheirlooms #witchyjewelry #moonchild #heirloomjewelry #artisanjewelry #flowerchild #sundaysilver #jotd #oneofakindjewelry #blackumbrellajewelry https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSN4YFus_a/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#heartjewelry #hairpin #hairjewellery #bohobride #balletstyle #hairjewelry #madebyhand #romanticjewelry #hairstick #slowfashion #ballerinastyle #jewelrydesign #shelljewelry #jewelryblogger #perfectlyimperfect #makersmovement #silversunday #artisanjewelry #torontojewelry #futureheirlooms #witchyjewelry #moonchild #heirloomjewelry #flowerchild #sundaysilver #jotd #oneofakindjewelry #blackumbrellajewelry

[evakryzanek]

#shelljewelry #vintageshelljewelry #myrickyjewelry (at Brookfield, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoIVi5KO-ki/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#shelljewelry #vintageshelljewelry #myrickyjewelry

[lorinczibridal]

Two different versions of my Turritella Shell pendant—what do you think looks best...chain or silk cord? 🤔 #jewelryofig #shelljewelry #seashelllover #oceanicjewelry #pearllover #everydayluxury #customjeweler #customjewelrydesign #jewelrywithmeaning #lorinczijewelry #finejewelry #madeinsf #jewelrydesign #jewelryporn #beautifuljewelry #cooljewels #jewellerystyle #seashelljewels #jewelryobsessed #jewelryoftheday #showmeyourjewelry #pearljewelry #seajewelry (at San Francisco, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnxdgEfSsO6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#jewelryofig #shelljewelry #seashelllover #oceanicjewelry #pearllover #everydayluxury #customjeweler #customjewelrydesign #jewelrywithmeaning #lorinczijewelry #finejewelry #madeinsf #jewelrydesign #jewelryporn #beautifuljewelry #cooljewels #jewellerystyle #seashelljewels #jewelryobsessed #jewelryoftheday #showmeyourjewelry #pearljewelry #seajewelry

[magpiesmiscellany]

Spiny oyster in sterling silver. In this case the shell is a composite with bronze, which is what adds structural integrity and that copper veining effect. I'm not a shellfish fan, I'll leave others to nibble and be grateful to play with the shells! #wirewrap #shelljewelry #spinyoyster #shopsmall https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMjldPrPTA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#wirewrap #shelljewelry #spinyoyster #shopsmall

[thecreakingdoor]

I seem to have reached that age when I'm going to need orthopaedic insoles for my shoes! Waaaaahhhh! 😭 A trip to the podiatrist on Thursday will confirm if I have suspected Plantar Fasciitis in my left foot, so no more barefoot Zumba for me. And my Dr Martens are also being retired... for now. Gonna have to get those boring boomer New Balance trainers out of the cupboard. Next stop...elasticated jeans? 😂... Still I'm feeling young at heart! Here's a cheerful little Rock Pool pendant I put together recently featuring some of my mermaid finds from beachcombing, including that beautiful bright pink seaweed that looks like big red trees in the background. All framed in a limpet ring and captured in eco-friendly resin. Available in my Etsy shop. . . . #rockpool #rockpoolpendant #limpetring #limpetshell #shelljewelry #ecofriendlyresin #pinkseaweed #seaweedpressing #botanicalnecklace #herbariumjewelry #terrariumnecklace #handmadeintheuk #lincolnshirehandmade https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl1WUKMtjdK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#rockpool #rockpoolpendant #limpetring #limpetshell #shelljewelry #ecofriendlyresin #pinkseaweed #seaweedpressing #botanicalnecklace #herbariumjewelry #terrariumnecklace #handmadeintheuk #lincolnshirehandmade

[shopjournalvintage]

Pierced shell and stone earring🐚💍🪸🪨⛓✨ #shelljewelry #singleearring #handcraftedjewelry #slowfashion https://www.instagram.com/p/Chzg0i-OHgG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#shelljewelry #singleearring #handcraftedjewelry #slowfashion

[jonasgirl622]

NEW NEW NEW! These abalone mermaid tail necklaces just landed in the shop! They’re the perfect gift for the mermaid in your life! 🧜🏻‍♀️🤍 www.summerstylebracelets.com . . . . . #summerstylebracelets #mermaidtail #mermaidnecklace #mermaidjewelry #abaloneshell #abalonejewelry #abalonenecklace #nauticaljewelry #summervibes #summerjewelery #surfjewelry #shelljewelry (at Anaheim, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf2oTukFjzt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#summerstylebracelets #mermaidtail #mermaidnecklace #mermaidjewelry #abaloneshell #abalonejewelry #abalonenecklace #nauticaljewelry #summervibes #summerjewelery #surfjewelry #shelljewelry

[primordialgemsjewelry]

The Birth of Venus collection is fully stocked @thestorehousevancouver 🦪🌊 Catch an early glimpse of these precious offerings to the Goddess of Love today from 12 to 6pm! . . #shopstorehouse #mainstreetvancouver #birthofvenus #primordialgems #shelljewelry #beachaesthetic #seajewelry #pearlearrings #pearlbracelet #silversmith #romangoddess #paganjewelry (at Vancouver, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfjw9yaJ4rh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#shopstorehouse #mainstreetvancouver #birthofvenus #primordialgems #shelljewelry #beachaesthetic #seajewelry #pearlearrings #pearlbracelet #silversmith #romangoddess #paganjewelry