

Reeses "Little Ree" Ferguson,
CEO, Shop Namesake and Muse

Desiree Ferguson,
Owner/Designer
ABOUT LITTLE REE JEWELRY
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Little Ree Jewelry is a one-woman show. I specialize in handcrafted sterling silver, fine silver, copper and gold jewelry, featuring high-grade, semi-precious stones and beads from reputable US-based lapidarists and bead vendors. Each piece is created with natural metals, gorgeous gemstones and a lot of love. I also use chakra principles to create jewelry infused with beauty, positive energy and protection for the wearer.
My shop was named in honor of my late kitty daughter, Reeses Ferguson. I took one look at her and thought she had the coloring of a Reese's peanut butter cup. Sadly, she left me on March 22, 2015, but in my mind, she isn't gone, she's just telecommuting from heaven...and supervising my work.
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ARTIST BIO
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I discovered my love of jewelry making in 2017, following a surprising corporate lay-off. For the first time in decades, I had a lot of free time and I was absolutely climbing the walls with boredom while looking for a new day gig. I started off beading and wire-wrapping, then graduated to metalsmithing in late 2018. I knew I had found my heart's passion.
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As far back as I can remember, I have been enchanted with semi-precious stones and sterling silver jewelry. I remember my mother (a painter) "dragging" me around San Francisco to various arts and crafts festivals where passionate artisans plied their trade. Little did I know, I'd one day join their ranks. I'm truly honored to call myself a metalsmith.
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In my free time, I enjoy trying new restaurants, watching true crime shows, and accosting dogs on the street for smooches.
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I hope you find something you love today, but if not, please stop by often, as I am always adding new designs.
Studio Magic
My Salt Lake City studio should be up and running by EOY 2024.
The Process
Soldering






Handmade Chainmaking






Polishing


Stone Setting


Sawing and Disc Cutting

