The Paper Birch, slender and elegant, with its intensely white bark, is visible even in the dark of night. Native Americans, as well as early colonists and European herbalists, all agreed that Birch leaves were therapeutic. Because of their singular beauty, they have been designated National Memorial Trees for Mothers and as such were planted on the Capitol grounds in Washington, DC.

Available in hand patinaed bronze or Pink Sterling Silver. Handmade in the USA.

Bleeding Heart

Dicentra spectabilis

The Bleeding Heart is a perennial herbaceious plant.  The name comes from the hear-shaped pendulous flowers which have a longer inner petal that extends below the "heart".  It is a popular ornamental plant for flower gardens in temperate climates. 

Bronze in pink tones of silver over copper.

Handmade in the USA

Carolina

All the beauty of the Low Country comes alive in this beautiful rendition of lacy ferns and delicate flowers.  The delicate designs of Michael Michaud evoke memories of warm summer evenings, a seat on the porch, the sweet smell of Honeysuckle and the romance of Southern charm.

Hand patinaed bronze with and fresh water pearls.

Handmade in the U.S.A.

The Pussy Willow’s soft silky buds find their name catkin from the Dutch diminutive of cat, in reference to its resemblance to a kitten’s tail. The tree is a deciduous North American variety.

Available in oxidized bronze, sterling silver or 14kt. gold with freshwater pearls, in sterling silver with pink chalcedony, in bronze with hessonite stones, in 14kt. gold with diamonds and, in 14kt. gold with lemon citrine.

The Acorn is the harbinger of new life. Acorns were used extensively as a food source for native North American Indians, and also roasted as a coffee substitute. It is also important for local wildlife populations. The Acorn fruit has been recognized in country medicine for relieving chilblains and frostbite.

Our acorn and oak necklace is made of handpatinaed bronze and freshwater pearls.

This flower traditionally graces christenings, birthdays, weddings and anniversaries. According to tradition, a few pips should be planted in the newlywed's garden; thereafter the perennial blooming of the flowers is said to signify the couple's renewed devotion. The flower has also been credited with heightening romance: In ancient times, its delicate perfume was considered to be a love potion and its essential oil was so valuable it was hidden away in vessels of pure silver & gold.

Our lily of the valley line is cast in bronze. The stems are hand patinaed and the flowers have a silver finish with freshwater pearls inside.

Dogwood

Cornus florida

The cheerful blossoms proclaim each year that winter is over and spring is really here.  Dogwoods are a popular landscape tree and thrive in condions that are similar to the woodland habitat.  They prefer a generous amount of moist, well-drained soil and like some afternoon shade.  George Washinton and Thomas Jefferson planted dogwoods around their homes in the 1700's.

Hand patinaed bronze with flowers of layered colors of silver and copper.

Handmade in the USA

Barberry

Berberis thunbergii

Barberries or Pepperidge bushes are deciduous, evergreen shrubs native to the temperate subtropical regions of Europe and the Americas.  The berries are edible, rich in Vitamin C and are an important food for many small birds.  They are very dense, spiny shrubs used as ornamental hedges and other barriers.

Hand patinaed bronze with Cranberry freshwater pearls.

Handmade in the USA

Inspired by the Impressionist artist Claude Monet (1840-1926), this collection reflects the beauty, music and poetry of his memorable work of art, Water Lilies (1906). The designs capture the water lilies as they float on the pale and dark hues of the pond at Giverny.

Available in hand patinaed bronze with freshwater pearls.

These designs were commissioned by The Art Institute of Chicago.