About
Meet the Artist
My name is Marisa, and I’m the owner and maker behind Pixie Gem Shop.
I’ve been creating jewelry in some form for most of my life. What began as learning to string beads with my grandmother eventually grew into a deeper practice rooted in craftsmanship, curiosity, and a love for natural materials. Pixie Gem Shop officially launched in January 2021 and has continued to evolve as my skills, design perspective, and vision have grown.
Today, Pixie Gem Shop is a small-batch jewelry brand focused on intentional design and lasting quality. Each piece is made by hand using natural gemstones, sterling silver, and 14k gold-filled metals. My work is shaped by years of hands-on experience, market vending, and a commitment to creating jewelry that feels personal rather than mass-produced.
My design style is deeply influenced by a lifelong fascination with natural materials shaped by the earth and sea. From early childhood, I was drawn to collecting stones and minerals, along with shark teeth found along the shores of Charleston. There’s something grounding about working with materials that took millions of years to form — pieces that have endured time, pressure, and transformation long before becoming part of a piece of jewelry. That sense of history and permanence continues to guide my work today, whether I’m working with gemstones or incorporating locally found shark teeth into my designs. You can explore more about the stones I use on the Crystal Guide page.
Most Pixie Gem Shop pieces are one of a kind or made in very small batches. I value creative freedom and thoughtful design over repetition, allowing each piece to develop naturally rather than following trends. The goal is simple: to create jewelry that feels considered, meaningful, and uniquely yours.
Thank you for supporting handmade work and for being part of the Pixie Gem Shop journey.