2021 Contest Winners

Susan Opie's nostalgic 2021 Jewelry-Making Contest entry features adorable, hand-sculpted renditions of everyone's favorite spud spouses.

Susan Opie honors many of art's most notable masters in her hand-painted polymer clay masterpiece.

Stephanie J. Eddy was inspired by Van Gogh's famous painting when she sought to explore the ancient art of French beaded flowers to create this swirling piece.

Sergiy Nagorny's "Encaptured" proves that inspiration can come from anywhere--even a cast iron fence overgrown with ivy.

Renata's beautiful seed bead bracelet is inspired by the Arizona desert and the fantastical flora that resides there.

Rangashrii Santhanam's "Maharani" bracelet showcases brilliant crystal fancy stones in a design worthy of royal standing.

Patricia Parker modeled the vibrant seed-beaded blooms in "Le Jardin" after flowers from her own garden, bringing a colorful world to life through jewelry.

Metal clay was brilliantly combined with citrine and sunstone in this artistic masterpiece. Let this OOAK statement necklace inspire your metal clay creations.

The gorgeous opal at the center of this pendant informed the rest of Merilou Jenkins' design, resulting in swirling wirework forms that act as a playground for the eyes.

Inspired by all things mystical, "Empress of the Fog Dragons" transforms beads and wire into stunning, lifelike creatures.

Martha Kirchhoff captures the beauty of the sea with this lustrous seashell and pearl necklace.

Inspired by the beauty of geometric shapes, Marina Garbo's "The Crown" features stunning beadwork in a vivid, contemporary palette.

Inspired by the vivid colors of the gemstone cabochons, Krafty Max created the look of a frozen rainbow in her icy jewelry set.

Lisa Martinez turned accident into inspiration when her beads spilled together, creating this lustrous seed bead bracelet.

Inspired by the fidelity of true, lasting and unforgettable love, Lia Dipaola creates a precious set of jewels one might present as a token of deep admiration.

Unleash your inner Cruella with Laura Embrey's lacey soutache and crystal collar.

This "Woodland Owl" polymer clay necklace is a hoot. View this contest piece up close to admire its intricate detailing.

Kristina Ilickovic used the love of her father and the independence of wildflowers as inspiration for this delicate, floral piece.

Kit Skeoch's vibrant necklace reminded contest judges of saltwater taffy--a fitting description for a piece titled "Ochosi's Candy".

Karen Suarez used an antique gaming piece at the center of "The Koi's Treasure" and let its beautiful engravings inform the rest of the design.

Karen Suarez's "Contemporary Circles" embodies the beauty of symmetry and geometric shapes with metal clay.

"Angel Wings of Hope" by Karen Suarez seeks to honor those who worked tirelessly through the pandemic through the use of contemporary design and sterling silver.

Inspired by perserverance and strength, "The Negotiation" by Jodi Zulueta envelops the beauty of paua shell within thick, structured wirework.

Look out! Jodi Zulueta's "Soul Claimer" features stunning wirework and an eye that feels as though it's staring into the deepest depths of your soul.