Meet Jessie
Mother. Islander. Lifelong Artist.
Global Treasure Seeker.
Jessie’s affinity for metals and minerals started with copper wire and childhood curiosity, handcrafting bubble blowers and necklaces from scraps her dad brought home from train engines. That early fascination with metals and minerals grew into a calling. As a teenager, Jessie discovered a rare “sixth sense” for stones — an intuitive ability to assess their energy and quality in an instant.
After studying metalsmithing at Kent State University, Jessie traveled to the Australian Outback, where a generous opal miner shared raw stones that sparked a lifelong collaboration with her newly retired father. Together, they learned the art of stonecutting — Jessie shaping wire and setting stones, her father mastering the lapidary craft.
In 2002, Jessie brought her creations to the island of Put-in-Bay, selling jewelry from a simple table and umbrella on the deck of The Wharfside. What began as summer art on the island has since evolved into Jessie’s
Jewelry — a hidden gem where craftsmanship meets connection.
Today, Jessie’s Jewelry is more than a local favorite — it’s a world-class collection of thoughtfully sourced gems, infused with spirit, energy, and meaning. Jessie carefully imports stones directly from Brazilian mines for
their vibrant color and unmatched clarity, supports family-run gem cutters in India, and sources spiritual stones from her trusted partners in Tucson. Her collection includes everything from saltwater pearls and Mexican fire
opals to high-grade Lake Erie beach glass — all hand-selected for their story, beauty, and vibration.
As a mother, artist, and islander, Jessie draws constant inspiration from the natural beauty of Lake Erie and the vibrant energy of the those who visit her. Her handcrafted pieces — both custom and permanent — are deeply
personal, spiritually grounded, and intentionally designed to make you feel empowered and connected.
Jessie is meticulous about quality and perfection in her work, treating each piece as a reflection of the person who wears it. She sources only the finest materials and puts heart into every detail, ensuring that her jewelry not only looks beautiful but feels meaningful. Her pieces are not only built to last — they’re backed by a lifetime guarantee for repair (though you’ll likely never need it).
Artist Ode to Island Life
Island made Reflections of South Bass Island, a Lake Erie Harbor
Light glistens like flecks of silver, lining each wave in still waters. My son plays on the shore looking for bones, fossils and the colorful jewels of beach glass, which reveal themselves in the rubble. Feeling fully in the present moment, flying through her waters, floating in between each island provides a sense of freedom from the daily grind. Our monument, our home, a stone symbol of international peace, towers above the treeline. We are lucky to feel the calm angelic love of the celestite Crystal Cave in our backyward. Home is where my son is, but it's defined by the nature around it. Migratory birds, wildflowers, the smell of grapes on the wind. Eyes open to take it all in. My pieces hold my story, your story, and the story of our great Lake Erie.
Reflection of light is what lapidiary artist Ron Greene uses to reveal the beauty within each stone he cuts and polishes. Silver glitters on still waters, light bounces to your eyes and the stone speaks of what pleasure our earth holds. Love radiates from this wonder and can be shared with all who behold.
An Ode to Dad's Stones
Ron Greene
Lapidiary Artist
