JANINE DECRESENZO
JEWELRY
MEET JANINE
Hello! My name is Janine DeCresenzo.
What began as a passion for creating beautiful objects has grown into a lifelong devotion to storytelling through jewelry. My studio is a one-woman atelier where every piece is designed and meticulously handcrafted by me. Each piece I craft is more than adornment—it’s a treasure, a memento, a talisman. Every design is composed to hold meaning, to honor the stories that shape us, and to become part of your own.
Refined Rustic with an Urban Flair
My work celebrates contrasts. I describe my aesthetic as organic, yet distinctly industrial. By finding balance within asymmetry and strength through delicate touches, my designs intentionally blur the lines between masculine and feminine. Bringing together the raw beauty of ancient materials—like fossils, vintage coral, and meteorite—with the elegance of fine gems, I transform the earth's history into modern heirlooms.
The Art of Fine Jewelry-Making
Each piece in my collection is a testament to traditional metalsmithing, expertly crafted using sterling silver, 14k rose gold, and 18k yellow gold. I use a combination of basic hand tools, such as files, hammers, and burs, alongside specialized machining tools.
I begin with flat sheets of silver and gold, shaping them with meticulous care into lightweight, hollow forms. Incorporating the age-old technique of Ajouré, I create intricate openwork patterns that elevate each design, allowing light to play across the surface and revealing depth and sophistication from every angle.
A Deep Connection to the Sea
I also work with rare materials such as vintage coral, fossils, and abalone—responsibly and ethically collected, and reimagined for a new generation. Each piece is cut by hand in my studio using specialized lapidary tools. This preserves the coral’s natural beauty while transforming it into a stunning, one-of-a-kind element that adds a touch of history and luxury to the collection.
Luxury is handmade.
It’s personal. It’s made by hand, made with care, and made to last. This is the heart of my work: creating jewelry that carries not just beauty, but significance.
See the video below for coral cutting in action!!
Process of cutting organic material with lapidary equipment
Photo by Jennifer RosenJewelry on display at Art Festival