Collection Spotlight: Japanese American National Museum

I love working with museums, like the Japanese American National Museum, to create custom collections like this! Once they are sanded, painted and/or varnished, a jumpring is attached and they are cleaned before packaging. This carefully curated collection celebrates traditional Asian motifs with modern materials.

A selection of bamboo designs - cherry blossoms, cranes, and dragonflies
These designs (and other unique gifts) can be found at the Japanese American National Museum Store in Los Angeles.

New Design: Sunflower

One of my favorite things about summertime – blooming fields of sunflowers! It is such a beautiful sight. Do you have a favorite place to view them?

Artist wearing handmade bamboo and stainless steel sunflower necklace and holding sunflowers
Celebrate sunshine and this summer favorite with a new necklace, now available at https://shop.melissalew.com/.

Register Today to Attend the Las Vegas Souvenir & Resort Gift Show

Booth #T400
Inspired by adventure, symbolism, and natural wonders, Melissa Lew’s gift ready jewelry celebrates the world around us and our experiences. Each piece comes with a card and enclosure and can be customized for your destination. A range of customization is available; develop meaningful souvenirs and gifts that allow your customers to keep the memories of their visit close to their heart.

Handcrafted in the USA • Eco-Friendly and Small Batch • Women and Minority Owned (SWaM Certified in Virginia – #708045) • Member of the Museum Store Association

Show Dates:
Tuesday, September 28 | 9:00am – 6:00pm
Wednesday, September 29 | 9:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday, September 30 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Location:
Las Vegas Convention Center
West Hall
3150 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Attending and would like to schedule a meeting?
I would love to hear from you! Please send me a message to arrange a time that is convenient for you.

Now Available at Flying Fish Studio

I love working with gift shops and attractions to create custom projects like this. I definitely will be using this splatter style for future water themed designs.

This magical flying fish necklace is now available at Flying Fish Studio in Cape May, New Jersey.

Artist holding a custom handmade bamboo necklace featuring a flying fish.

Now Available at Tarpley, Thompson & Company

One of my fondest memories of childhood visits to Colonial Williamsburg was visiting the gardens in Spring, especially when the tulips were in bloom. Did you know that the tulip symbolizes grace and elegance?

Woman in blue dress wearing stainless steel tulip necklace, holding a bouquet of tulips

This design, along with 3 others that I designed exclusively for Colonial Williamsburg, can now be found at Tarpley, Thompson & Company on Duke of Gloucester Street. It can also be found at Brick & Vine in Merchants Square and online.

Now Available at the Detroit Zoo

Did you know that flamingos are pink as a result of their diet high in beta carotene?

They are one of my favorite animals so I’m thrilled to announce that my handmade flamingo necklace can now be found at the Detroit Zoo! 

Detroit Zoo
8450 W. 10 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067
https://detroitzoo.org/

Now Open – Brick & Vine

Brick & Vine, the new flagship store of Colonial Williamsburg, opens today at the Shops of Colonial Williamsburg in Merchants Square. Their grand opening is at 1:30pm today.

This comes just in time for Mother’s Day – find a selection of thoughtful gifts, including the necklaces I designed exclusively for them, at Brick & Vine in person or online (links below).

Pineapple: https://shop.colonialwilliamsburg.com/melissa-lew-pineapple-stainless-steel-necklace/

Scallop Shell: https://shop.colonialwilliamsburg.com/melissa-lew-scalloped-shell-stainless-steel-necklace/

Tulip: https://shop.colonialwilliamsburg.com/melissa-lew-tulip-stainless-steel-necklace/

Magnolia: https://shop.colonialwilliamsburg.com/melissa-lew-magnolia-blossom-stainless-steel-necklace/

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

American born with Asian roots, I’m so excited to share my culture with you during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (follow me on Instagram – @mlewjewelry). I’m proud that my work is available at museums like the Japanese American National Museum Store, including these pieces for their Mon pendant collection.

Bamboo crane, dragonfly, and cherry blossom necklaces

While the museum has reopened with limited hours, the onsite gift shop has remained closed for now. Orders can still be placed through their website (for shipping or onsite pickup).

https://janmstore.com/