Pale Moon Ebony Tear Drop Argentium Silver Earrings (Small)

These sculptural wood nugget earrings transform precious wood into wearable art. Each is handcrafted by Summer Merritt, combining her expertise in woodworking and jewelry to create heirloom-quality pieces that highlight the natural beauty of the wood. 

Materials & Dimensions 
Pale Moon Ebony Small New Tear Drop Argentium Silver earrings. 

Center for Craft Connection
2025 WNC Craft Futures Cohort Grant Recipient
This grant program supported longer-term relief for artists in Western North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene.

About the Artist
Summer Merritt brings a diverse background in art and a passion for craftsmanship to her jewelry creations. She holds a BFA in Design and an MFA in Sculpture from California State University, Long Beach. After a 16-year career working with antique eyewear, she transitioned to woodworking and jewelry, creating sculptural, heirloom-quality pieces from precious woods. Working from her studio in Weaverville, NC, she continues to bridge the worlds of sculpture and adornment.

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