Wearable Wonders: The Handmade Chronicles

An iPad and notebook on Nancy’s patio table, with a sunny backyard beyond.

Behind the Scenes: A Little Paperwork, a Big Step

Some days, running Nancy Davis Studio means making jewelry, engraving crystal, or experimenting with a new design. Other days, it looks like this: an iPad, a notebook, a stack of...

Behind the Scenes: A Little Paperwork, a Big Step

Some days, running Nancy Davis Studio means making jewelry, engraving crystal, or experimenting with a new design. Other days, it looks like this: an iPad, a notebook, a stack of...

Handmade titanium floral ring with real dried flowers and crushed opal inlay.

The Hidden Colors Inside Every Flower

What if the secret to a flower's beauty isn't its color, but the countless shades hidden within it?  Discover the inspiration behind Botanical Bliss and how slowing down to notice...

The Hidden Colors Inside Every Flower

What if the secret to a flower's beauty isn't its color, but the countless shades hidden within it?  Discover the inspiration behind Botanical Bliss and how slowing down to notice...

A Guide to Inlay Rings

A Guide to Inlay Rings

One of the best things about custom rings is the nearly endless variety of materials that can be incorporated into the design. It's also one of the worst things, because...

A Guide to Inlay Rings

One of the best things about custom rings is the nearly endless variety of materials that can be incorporated into the design. It's also one of the worst things, because...

From Medical Transcription to Handmade Jewelry

From Medical Transcription to Handmade Jewelry

I was interviewed by Upstate Community Press about my journey from medical transcription to building Nancy Davis Studio and creating handmade jewelry and wearable art.

From Medical Transcription to Handmade Jewelry

I was interviewed by Upstate Community Press about my journey from medical transcription to building Nancy Davis Studio and creating handmade jewelry and wearable art.

Why I Share What I Know

Why I Share What I Know

There’s a question people ask me — sometimes from fellow makers, sometimes from people just discovering handmade jewelry: “Aren’t you worried that sharing your techniques will create competition?” Short answer?No....

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Why I Share What I Know

There’s a question people ask me — sometimes from fellow makers, sometimes from people just discovering handmade jewelry: “Aren’t you worried that sharing your techniques will create competition?” Short answer?No....

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Why Handmade is Never Perfect (And Why That's the Point)

Why Handmade is Never Perfect (And Why That's t...

Handmade jewelry isn’t about factory perfection.  It’s about character, intention, and the subtle variations that make each piece one of a kind.  Every curve, wrap, and stone placement reflects the...

Why Handmade is Never Perfect (And Why That's t...

Handmade jewelry isn’t about factory perfection.  It’s about character, intention, and the subtle variations that make each piece one of a kind.  Every curve, wrap, and stone placement reflects the...