Bench jeweler Jenny Lin was encouraged to express her creativity at Henne Jewelers in Pittsburgh, PA.
“At Henne Jewelers, we encourage innovation. If a team member comes to me with an idea — and some info about how they will approach it — I try to support it,”
Owner John Henne says, reflecting broader industry trends toward sustainability, craftsmanship and storytelling in luxury goods.
Lin turned scraps of gold and orphaned gems into upcycled creations, which also appeals to younger generations seeking unique jewelry with a story.
Henne notes,
“Many of our current customers value sustainability, and I expect that trend to continue,”and
“We are finding that younger generations are seeking unique jewelry that has a story and have an interest in our estate collection.”
Author's summary: Jeweler creates upcycled collection.