tulip bowls

besides wearing my favorite glaze combination of the moment, these tulip bowls rock for a number of reasons- easy to hold, shows the glaze nicely and stacks really well. 4.5″ h x 5.5″ w

snake ring

sterling silver & ruby snake ring

wrapping sterling silver snake with textured scales and tiny ruby eyes

meet Suzy

Suzy's Head by j.hengen

I love a project that is cathartic…. stoneware, hair & keshi pearls head is 2.5 X 2″ mounted on a wooden pedestal

shrunken heads

Head by j.hengen

what? you never wanted a shrunken head? betcha wanted to shrink one once though… head is 2.5″ X 2.5″ stoneware, hair mounted on wooden pedestal

notes to self

'notes to self' charms by j.hengen

I’ve paired tiny reminders with a stone of meaning. Perhaps this could help? ranging in size from 12mm – 20mm

polka dots

circle tea bowl, stoneware by j.hengen

It just hit me that I must have a thing for circles…. This is a tea bowl using a number of layering techniques. Approx. 4″ x 3″

jewelry jars

ceramic jewelry jars, j.hengen

I can’t seem to stop making these little mosque inspired jars for jewelry. Perfect for throwing a few earrings inside and your rings on top before hitting the sheets or for making a gift of jewelry extra special. approx 2″ x 3″

oil burners

ceramic essential oil burner, j.hengen

In addition to tealite lanterns, I’m making a series of oil burners. Fill the little bowls on top with water & a few drops of your favorite essential oil and soon your entire home will smell amazing. approx. 4″ x 5″

devil in the details

incised stoneware mug by j.hengen

Incised circles oxidized, washed, wax resisted, dipped in 2 glazes, wiped and now for sale. I am pleased with how jewel like this mug became. stoneware, 3.5″

hair jewels

silver & opal hair ornament, j.hengen

There is nothing sexier than an ornament hidden in luxurious locks. Shown here is a manna sterling and opal hair comb.

constellation charms

sterling & zirconia constellation charms by jhengen

Silver maps of the sky: the closest star in each constellation is represented by the largest bezel, 4 smaller stones are the minors. Name of the sign is enscribed on back. sterling silver, cubic zirconia, leather cord w/button clasp

more manna

opal, diamond & 14k ring from j.hengen manna collection

An example for how my designs in the Manna Collection can be used to repurpose stones from unworn jewelry. This customer now has a beautiful ring and a pile of gold to trade in.

buttons!

hand made ceramic buttons by j.hengen

With so many local artisans making exquisite wearables in sumptuous materials, I realized hand made accents were in order. Come in and have fun picking through all the different shapes, textures and colors.

from juice cups to tumblers…

thrown stoneware tumblers in celadon by j.hengen

I have exaggerated the throwing lines for this series. They come in all sizes, from 4 oz juice cups to large 16 oz tumblers.

pitcher

stoneware pitcher with celadon glaze by j.hengen

perfect for ice tea by the poolside or water on the dinner table… approx. 12″ high

labradorite necklace

labradorite necklace by j.hengen

Labradorite is a feldspar mineral remarkable for it’s ‘labradorescence’ which is a play of colors similar to opal. Needless to say it is a favorite in my studio. 22″, sterling silver, labradorite, smoky topaz, kyanite

stubby vase

stubby vase, stoneware by j.hengen

Flowers such as lilacs beg for squat little vases. approx. 4″ x 5″

salt & pepper

spice bowls, stoneware by j.hengen

salt & pepper cellars with celadon glaze approx. 1.5″ x 1.5″

stone studs

simple 3 or 5mm sterling silver bezels set with an assortment of cabochons

tea light lanterns

I love how these throw patterns of light across a wall, especially during a winter’s night… getting ready! approx. 3.5″ x 5″