Unique Handmade Fused Glass Jewelry & Accessories

Hand Made in Connecticut

Essential Element’s jewelry is uniquely hand-crafted in my studio in Wallingford, Connecticut.  I use Dichroic Glass fused together at temperatures between 1,099°F and 1,501°F to create one-of-a-kind works of wearable art and accessories that represent elements of nature, space, and architecture in abstract and colorful pieces that will capture your attention and imagination.  In my work, you will find my inspirations – the Connecticut shoreline, the light, colors and peaceful reflections of nature and the great artists of the French Impressionist movement -separated into distinct collections that include rings, bracelets, pendants and bracelets.

    Types of Jewelry

    Rings

    Attention-grabbing statement rings or delicate filigree rings

    Necklaces

    Pendants of various sizes, shapes and colors to coordinate with any outfit

    Earrings

    Choose from designs in dainty wire drop earrings, lever backs and studs

    Bracelets

    Adjustable silver-tone bracelets with colorful charms in different sizes

    Our Collections

    Click on any of the images below to see the jewelry available in that collection.  You can also browse our full catalog by clicking on the on the Shop Now button!

    The Paradise Collection

    Inspired by the ocean air and crystal blue waves that crash onto the sand, this collection features blues, shades of browns and corals along with painted elements.

    The Tapestry Collection

    Inspired by beautiful colors and patterns that create a woven tapestry, these pieces are a collective of geometric shapes and vivid hues.

    The Shades of Blue Collection

    There are hundreds of shades of blue, and this collection strives to capture them all -and may succeed – as their irridescence creates unique hues that will capture the eye!

    The Safari Collection

    Jewelry that draws it’s inspiration from the vast colors and life of the African Savanna.

    The Cosmic Collection

    Multi layered, vibrant colors of poured glass enamels and silver settings inspired by the nebulae of our galaxy.

    The Mermaid Collection

    Inspired by the iridescent scales of a mermaid’s fin tail, the Mermaid Collection features bright colors, layered patterns and enough sparkle to make you shine on the land, or under the sea!

    The Van Gogh Collection

    Van Gogh’s Starry Night is the inspiration behind the pieces in the Van Gogh Collection.

    From the Heart Collection

    Tokens of love, tokens of gratitude, expressions of care and celebration…all of them coming From the Heart.

    The Disco Collection

    Put on your dancing shoes, because the Disco Collection will transport you back to the seventies for some retro-inspired colors and patterns!

    The Stripes Collection

    Who doesn’t love stripes?  This collection features brightly colored jewel tones with naturally occuring striping throughout for a look that’s sure to draw attention!

    The Get a Reaction Collection

    In the confines of a hot kiln, certain glasses can react with other glasses to create special effects. These effects will be produced at the interface of where the reactive glasses meet and can range from subtle to dramatic.  Our Get a Reaction Collection features pieces created through this process.

    The Wildflower Collection

    Inspired by the patches and fields of flowers the grow naturally on the paths that we travel through life, the Wildflower collection features opaque glass with the muted floral tones and some handpainted elements.

    The Mica Collection

    Remember picking up stones when you were a kid and pretending the shiny pieces were gold?  The Mica Collection captures some of the wonder of those days with beautiful pieces of jewelry shining with iridescent flakes of gold and silver.

    The Dragonfly Collection

    This collection is inspired by the spectacular iridescence of dragonfly wings as they take flight from place to place and sparkle in the sunshine.  

    The Sunset Dunes Collection

    At the end of the day in Cape Cod, the tide recedes leaving a serpentine pattern on the sand and the sunset casts a glow over the oranges, blues and browns of the dunes.  This collection is inspired by that moment each day.

    The Monet's Garden Collection

    Monet’s paintings, and the Impressionist art movement, captured nature and light in a way that is still admired today.  This collection is inspired by the airy and colorful feel of his garden paintings.

    The Coral Reef Collection

    Colorful coral reefs cover 2% of the ocean floor and house 25% of the ocean’s creatures.  With this collection, we illuminate the colors and patterns of coral and the deep blue sea.

    The Santa Fe Collection

    Inspired by the colors of the West – Santa Fe adobe architecture, cacti and desert sand in the sun.

    The Roma Collection

    Inspired by the architecture of ancient Rome with gold on black accents for a sophisticated look.

    The Essential Collection

    This collection is full of your “go-to’s” – jewelry that is perfect for everyday wear with a focus on primary colors in solids and light patterns.

    The Countryside Collection

    Stunning landscapes and majestic trees are the hallmark of this beautiful collection featuring stenciling techniques and multi-colored layering of dichroic glass.

    The Conceptual Collection

    Conceptual – relating to or based on mental concepts.  This collection embodies what we imagine mental processes might look like when made vivid by color and light.

    The Verde Collection

    The Verde Collection is our most beautiful collection of translucent and opaque greens and emeralds!  

    The Pride Collection

    The Pride Collection celebrates love in all of the many forms that it takes and honors the lives of those in the LGBTQ community!

    The Little Black Dress Collection

    Sometimes you need that special little piece of jewelry that takes your outfit to the next level! The Little Black Dress collection dresses up your evenings or makes your days sparkle!

    Our “Make A Difference” Collections

    Poppies of Honor

    These beautiful black and gold pendants from our Poppies of Honor Collection are overlaid with poppies, which have long been a “forget-me-not” symbol for Veterans. Essential Elements is proud to support Veterans organizations with the sale of these unique pieces.

    Everyone is Essential

    During this global crisis, the “Heart” has become the symbol of “Thanks” and a special recognition for all those frontline workers and health care professions providing care and support to those affected by this pandemic.  Each of my “hearts” are unique and intended to remind us that we ALL make a difference.  The sales of these hearts supports the American Red Cross.

    Paws for a Cause

    Our Paws for a Cause Collection celebrates the animals that enrich our lives and supports local rescues and animal shelters with a portion of the proceeds.  Purchase through our website, or ask your local shelter if they have a code so that the proceeds will be earmarked for their benefit!