LeeAnn is simply the best. The Individual Icons studio is right on the water in Warren - totally picturesque. And the handcrafted metal "jewelry that works" that LeeAnn crafts at the studio is nothing short of magical. Industrial beauty.
I first met LeeAnn and bought my first piece of her jewelry, the compass ring, at a RISD sidewalk sale 3-4 years ago. It's been a favorite piece of jewelry ever since. This weekend LeeAnn opened up her studio for a sample sale. And it was FUN! One of a kind pieces at bargain prices: working level earrings, repurposed screw cufflinks, thermometer charm, metal ruler bracelets. Chainmail everthing. Diamond dust! The list goes on.
Browse the website - the individuality, craftsmanship, and beauty speaks loud and clear for itself.
It doesn't sound like a sample sale is happening again anytime soon, and the Warren location is a studio, not a store with standard hours, but DEFINITELY keep Individual Icons in mind for irreplaceable gifts for yourself or a loved one! She does custom orders, too. And be on the lookout for LeeAnn at craft fairs throughout the state and New England.
As a disclaimer, this jewelry is art. It is handcrafted. And therefore it's more than you'd pay for a pair of earrings at Claire's.... if you get my drift. But the pieces are timeless and absolutely worth saving up for and investing in. Wearable art is the best kind of art!
Thank you thank you thank you LeeAnn for hosting this weekend at your studio and offering your treasures at below retail for the special event. I hope to visit the studio again soon! read more