The Story Behind Your Jewelry: How Fire and Fringe Creates Handmade Sterling Silver Pieces

When you choose a piece of jewelry, you’re not just buying an accessory—you’re investing in a story. At Fire and Fringe, every ring, necklace, and pair of earrings is made by hand with intention, inspired by nature, and designed to be cherished for a lifetime and passed down for generations. Our mission is to create handmade sterling silver jewelry that blends artistry, tradition, and individuality. Here’s a look at how your jewelry comes to life.

Inspired by Nature and Tradition

Our designs are deeply influenced by the natural beauty of the West—wide-open skies, rugged landscapes, and timeless turquoise stones. This connection to nature is reflected in both the organic shapes of the stones and the classic artisan silver jewelry techniques we use.

Sourcing the Stones

Every piece begins with the stone. We carefully source turquoise, moonstone, agate, and other natural gems from trusted lapidary artists and suppliers. With turquoise especially, no two stones are alike. Each piece tells its own story with unique color variations, matrix patterns, and textures. This individuality ensures your turquoise jewelry is truly one of a kind. Most of our turquoise comes from one supplier out of Arizona, however we love finding unique sones at the annual Tucson Gem Show.

The Crafting Process

Once the stone is selected, the silversmithing process begins. We work with sterling silver sheet and wire, shaping, sawing, soldering, and setting each piece entirely by hand. Techniques like stamping, texturing, and polishing add character to every design. This slow, deliberate process ensures durability and attention to detail that machine-made jewelry simply can’t replicate. We also enjoy mixing copper and brass accents into our jewelry adding the extra color and unique look. This makes our jewelry perfect for mixing other metals into your style.

Explore all of our handmade sterling silver jewelry and find the piece that will go with every outfit.

Designing With You in Mind

Every jewelry piece we make is designed to complement your personal style—whether you prefer a bold statement cuff, a delicate turquoise ring, or something completely custom. We’re proud to offer custom turquoise jewelry where you can choose your own stone, style, and details.

You can learn more about custom jewelry orders and start the process of designing your own jewelry today!

Why Handmade Matters

In a world of mass production, handmade jewelry stands apart. It carries the touch of the artist, the uniqueness of the stone, and the spirit of craftsmanship. Choosing Fire and Fringe means supporting small business artistry while bringing home a piece of jewelry that’s as individual as you are.

Bring Home a Story You Can Wear

Your jewelry should be more than beautiful—it should tell your story. Whether you’re drawn to turquoise’s vibrant energy or the timeless shine of sterling silver, Fire and Fringe creates heirloom-quality pieces you’ll treasure for years.