About Silver Garden Designs

Silver Garden Designs creates hand-cut botanical jewelry and objects in sterling silver, designed and made entirely in the United States. Inspired by botanicals used directly as patterns, each piece is meticulously fabricated by hand—never cast—capturing organic movement and refined, timeless form. Founded in 2020 by silversmith Chris Messina, the studio is rooted in traditional American craftsmanship, ethical sourcing, and sustainability. All materials are sourced from certified U.S. suppliers that meet rigorous environmental and social standards. The studio specializes in custom, USA-made collections for museum stores, botanical gardens, and special exhibitions, alongside one-of-a-kind works for collectors through fine art galleries. Every design is developed through sketching, collaboration, and prototyping to meet museum-quality standards. Beyond jewelry, Silver Garden Designs offers Little Luxuries—handcrafted sterling silver and nickel bowls made in America, designed to hold jewelry, keepsakes, or small essentials with understated elegance. Female-owned and proudly American-made, Silver Garden Designs is committed to preserving the art of handcraft through thoughtful design and enduring beauty.Read their story