My goal is to bring you nature-inspired, unique, and personal pieces you can wear anywhere.

In 2019, I learned the basics of metalsmithing through an introductory course at Northern Michigan University. Since then, my husband Noah helped me reignite my passion and encouraged me to take a class from Vancrafted Studio in January 2021. After living in Marquette, MI for four years, we took a move down to South Florida. We soon realized how much we missed the Upper Peninsula (and the snow) and moved to Negaunee, MI. In November 2022, with the help of the Lake Superior Community Partnership, Jack Pine Silver became an official business! When I am not with my family or playing outside, I am at the workbench making new pieces inspired by my surroundings!

(Photo by Aspen Leigh Photos)

Meet the maker - Julia

Inspiration

I grew up hunting for beach glass on the shores of Lake Michigan and shared this passion with friends in Marquette, MI. After learning the basics of metalsmithing, it was obvious that I wanted to incorporate beach glass into my pieces. I love how each piece of beach glass is different and it makes for truly unique jewelry. Although I love using beach glass to inspire my jewelry, I also love experimenting with different stones.

Picture by: @maggie.k_art