GEM
The Guided Experience Making (GEM) was born from a desire to help others find catharsis through creation.
This immersive experience takes place at my private studio in the historic Clothespin Factory in downtown Montpelier, Vermont.
This is not a class. There is no curriculum and no techniques to master, and you won’t be “taught”. Instead, you will be guided by me, and you will share in the making process to create a deeply personal piece of jewelry.
Think of it as in-person custom jewelry. You can simply watch, or be a hands-on part of the process.
This unique experience pairs erin’s 20 years of expertise with your own ideas and heart to create something that could only exist because of you.
These experience can last from a few hours to a few days- the time frame is as customized as the project and the person.
You can engage as much or as little as you like. I'll be beside you every step of the way, holding space, holding the torch, and helping you bring your story into metal.
This experience is especially meaningful for those processing grief, loss, or life transitions. But it doesn't have to be about loss at all. It's about honoring what matters.
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I've highlighted a few recent Guided Experiences below. Click each story to read more.
A Love That Was Complicated - Sara's Guided Experience
Sara came to honor her late ex-husband- a love that was complicated, but real, and worth remembering. At the end of the weekend, she put the locket on and said: "I feel like I finally have closure."
Calling in the Future - Sophie's Guided Experience
What does a magenta egg carton have to do with jewelry? Absolutely nothing. But also, everything. Sophie came with a vision for her future family, and what we created together became part of something truly magical.
Honoring a Beloved Brother -Heather's Guided Experience
Heather's brother was a jeweler. What better way to honor him than by helping make the memorial piece herself? A butterfly wing, his handwriting etched in silver, and lockets for the women who loved him.