My goal is to bring you nature-inspired, unique, and personal pieces you can wear anywhere.
Meet the maker - Julia
In 2019, I learned the basics of metalsmithing through an introductory course at Northern Michigan University. Since then, I met Noah who reignited 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 9 months later. In November 2022, with the help of the Lake Superior Community Partnership, Jack Pine Silver became a legal business! When I am not at work or outside playing with our dog Birdie, I am at the workbench making new pieces inspired by nature.
Inspiration
I grew up hunting for beach glass on the shores of Lake Michigan and shared this passion with friends in Marquette. 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