My name is Jo LaFalce and I established JoLa Designs in 2009 to fulfill a lifelong passion of designing and creating unique one-of-a-kind jewelry. When designing I experiment with various colors, textures and shapes. I typically use a variety of semi-precious stones, beads and pendants that I collect from wherever my travels take me. Very often I will design jewelry using sections or pieces of vintage jewelry found in antique stores. A favorite part of my work involves collaborating with clients on jewelry inherited from their mothers, grandmothers, aunts, etc. We will brainstorm together to refashion their existing jewelry into something more in line with their own particular style. My main focus is to maintain all or at least out of their loved one's original pieces. It is truly fascinating and sometimes challenging to transform jewelry from a past era into something with a more contemporary feel...or vice versa.
My ultimate goal is to create jewelry that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also comfortable and exciting to wear. I take great pride in each and every piece of jewelry I create. And I especially love and feel gratified when clients are as happy with my designs as I am.
My studio is located at 3 Adams Street in Natick, MA. JoLa Designs jewelry is sold at the Five Crows Gallery & Handcrafted Gift Store on Main Street in Natick Center. Please contact me with questions you may have about my collection or to inquire about a custom piece.
