About the Artist - Jennifer Davis
The desire to create beautiful, wearable art has been with me for as long as I can remember.
Growing up in Southern California in the 1980s, surrounded by the influences of the American Southwest and Mexico, I was drawn to sterling silver and turquoise jewelry from a young age. Long before I ever picked up a torch, I dreamed of becoming a silversmith.
I started by making peyote-stitched hair wraps and beaded earrings and pendants to sell at music festivals. Years later, I discovered metalsmithing and finally found the medium that felt like home.
Today, I create one-of-a-kind and small-batch jewelry in sterling and fine silver, featuring natural turquoise. Every piece is handcrafted in my Oregon studio using traditional metalsmithing techniques and simple hand tools, from the first sketch to the final polish.
My work is influenced by forests, wildlife, botanicals, moonlit landscapes, and the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Music is never far away either; it has been a constant throughout my life and remains part of my creative process.
What I love most about jewelry is the place it can take in someone's life: a favorite ring worn every day, a pendant that marks a milestone, or a treasured piece passed from one generation to the next. I hope the jewelry I create is worn, loved, and enjoyed for many years to come.
When I'm not at the bench, you'll usually find me hiking a forest trail, at a live music show, or spending time with my husband and business partner, Cary.
What's in a Name?
Forestlily Designs is named after my two children, Forest and Lily.
Thank You for Being Here
There is a lot of jewelry in the world to choose from, and I am grateful you've found your way here. My hope is that one of these pieces finds its way home with you.