These sculptural wood nugget necklaces transform precious wood into wearable art. Each necklace is handcrafted by Summer Merritt, combining her expertise in woodworking and jewelry to create heirloom-quality pieces that highlight the natural beauty of the wood.

Materials & Dimensions
From tropical South America, bloodwood is named for its stunning dark red sap, it was traditionally used by indigenous people as a medicine to heal a number of ailments.

Center for Craft Connection
2025 WNC Craft Futures Cohort Grant Recipient
This grant program supported longer-term relief for artists in Western North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene.

About the Artist
Summer Merritt brings a diverse background in art and a passion for craftsmanship to her jewelry creations. She holds a BFA in Design and an MFA in Sculpture from California State University, Long Beach. After a 16-year career working with antique eyewear, she transitioned to woodworking and jewelry, creating sculptural, heirloom-quality pieces from precious woods. Working from her studio in Weaverville, NC, she continues to bridge the worlds of sculpture and adornment.

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