MJM Love Stories: Ben & Lorenna
Ben was looking for a unique engagement ring, which led him to approach us with a request for a custom design. He worked with Melissa to select the perfect nontraditional diamond, and the...
Unique Designer Jewelry by Melissa Joy Manning
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M's Guide to Stones
My love for stones is personal. Each holds a story and fascination that drives me to design with them. Below are some of my favorite stories about some of my...
M's Guide: Let's Shop
Sadly, since Cy, I do less of it then I used to. Probably for the best (I have college to save up for), but here are my tried and true...
M's Guide: Let's Go
I'm inspired by almost everything. I'm one of those people who get caught on the subway for staring. I think every moment has magic and every thing is worth seeing. ...
M's Guide: Let's Eat
I'm sure you all have your faves. This list comprises some of mine. You won't find (most) of these in books. They are family favorites or those I found while...
December Birthstone: Turquoise
Chemical Makeup: CuAl6(PO4)4 (OH)8.5H2O2 With its hallmark bright blue green color, Turquoise has been prized by humans for more than 6,000 years, and it was a very early indicator of wealth...
ABC Jewelry Night Out, December 12th 2017
Before I lived in NY, and even before I started my own jewelry company, I remember visiting ABC Carpet & Home. I recall being incredibly inspired by their vision...
Giving Tuesday, November 28th 2017
We are donating 20% of our sales, both online and in store on this Giving Tuesday. Shop your favorite MJM pieces and support wonderful organizations dedicated to fighting hunger in...
Field + Supply Stone Setting Workshop, Sunday Oct. 8th at the Hutton Brickyards NY
Thank You to Field + Supply who have included us in their upcoming Modern Maker's Craft Fair. Melissa will host her own stone setting workshop, where attendees will receive an introduction to...
November Birthstone: Citrine
Chemical Makeup: SiO2 The autumnal yellow-orange hue of citrine is caused by trace elements of iron in the stone. Long associated with the warmth of the sun and often confused for topaz, citrine...