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Everyday Thin Places Podcast Interview with Michelle Pajak-Reynolds

In this special Everyday Thin Places podcast episode, jewelry designer Michelle Pajak-Reynolds shares how she started making jewelry at 5 years old, her travel adventures, including mining some of the gems that will be in her future collection, the research that is inspiring her current work and much, much more. Listen here or on your favorite podcast platform.

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Moonstone: Gem of Beautiful Dreams

Moonstone, the gem of beautiful dreams, has captivated cultures for centuries with its shimmering glow and mystical lore. Believed to be solidified moonlight, it is tied to love, intuition, and the water signs of the zodiac. From ancient Rome to modern design, moonstone’s silken adularescence makes it a favorite among jewelers. Discover its history, meaning, and care tips here.

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The Art of Pin-Set Gemstones: Behind the Scenes of Handmade Jewelry

Discover the beauty of pin-set gemstones, a centuries-old jewelry technique reimagined with modern artistry. Unlike traditional settings, pin-setting allows gemstones to shimmer from every angle, creating luminous, one-of-a-kind designs. From delicate chains to bold statement necklaces, explore how this artisanal process transforms natural gems into wearable works of art.

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Michelle Pajak-Reynolds Crafts Recycled, One-of-a-Kind Jewelry With a Mythic Bent

Most preschoolers have trouble deciding between Play-Doh and finger paints. Not Michelle Pajak-Reynolds, though. Even at the age of five, the Cleveland native knew she wanted to create jewelry: powerful statement jewelry, not unlike the bracelets and tiara that Lynda Carter brandished on television's Wonder Woman

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Jewelry Designer Michelle Pajak-Reynolds Features Undina

I’ve designed jewelry since I was 5 years old so my work has evolved a lot over the decades. My first pieces in the early 1980’s were made with pop-beads and jelly bracelets. As I got older I spent my babysitting money on beads and jewelry supplies from craft stores and taught myself how to make the pieces I wanted to wear.

The following interview by Beth Anderson was originally published on Chic Galleria on August 1, 2016.

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