Pippi Lane / Featured Artist / Artist Statement
Pippi Lane
All of the jewelry is handmade by me, MaryBeth, in San Diego, CA. I’ve always been a fan of handmade, one-of-a-kind, jewelry. Growing up, my mother - who is also an artist - would take me to art shows so we could admire the creations of all the metalsmiths. At each show she would let me pick out one piece of jewelry to purchase – and to this day those are the pieces I treasure most. If cared for correctly, good handmade jewelry will last for many generations.
I enjoy creating jewelry that is unique and comfortable. Sterling silver is the metal I use most, but I will sometimes add brass, copper and gold. I also enjoy working with stones that have interesting metaphysical properties and are also beautiful. Recently a friend of mine gave me access to her collection of sea glass that she has found over the past 30 years right here in San Diego. I have had a lot of fun playing around with all of the various shapes/sizes and creating unique pieces.
MaryBeth, Metalsmith/Designer
Academy of Handmade, San Diego – Member
Spanish Village Art Center – Member, Patio Artist
I enjoy creating jewelry that is unique and comfortable. Sterling silver is the metal I use most, but I will sometimes add brass, copper and gold. I also enjoy working with stones that have interesting metaphysical properties and are also beautiful. Recently a friend of mine gave me access to her collection of sea glass that she has found over the past 30 years right here in San Diego. I have had a lot of fun playing around with all of the various shapes/sizes and creating unique pieces.
MaryBeth, Metalsmith/Designer
Academy of Handmade, San Diego – Member
Spanish Village Art Center – Member, Patio Artist