Handmade leaf jewelry
Lila Clare Jewelry’s Arbor Collection is inspired by the forests of North Georgia, where I grew up beneath a canopy of leaves. This collection reimagines the familiar shapes of leaves, seeds, and new growth in a minimal, modern way, creating botanical jewelry that feels both timeless and easy to wear.
My earliest memories are tied to the woods. Leaves overhead, cicadas buzzing, and the changing seasons are deeply ingrained in me. The Arbor Collection draws from those memories with stylized leaf shapes, organic forms, and thoughtfully placed gemstones. From dainty leaf earrings and pendants to modern birthstone rings, each design offers its own interpretation of the natural world.
Handcrafted in sterling silver and gold, many Arbor pieces feature faceted gemstones that add a subtle touch of color and light. The designs are intentionally understated, making them easy to wear every day while still feeling distinctive and special. Whether worn alone, layered, or paired with other favorites, these handmade pieces bring a little bit of nature into your everyday style.
Each piece is made by hand in my Tucson, Arizona studio using traditional metalsmithing techniques and recycled precious metals whenever possible. Creating jewelry this way allows me to focus on the details that make each design feel personal, from the curve of a leaf to the setting of a tiny gemstone.
The Arbor Collection is a celebration of the forests that shaped me and the quiet beauty found in familiar natural forms. These nature-inspired necklaces, earrings, and stacking rings are designed to feel modern, meaningful, and effortlessly wearable.