About us
My name is Jade. I was born in a small village in China to a family that brought me up in the strong traditions of my family’s Miao culture. As one of China’s 55 ethnic groups, we are known for our work with silver. For generations, silver has held a sacred place in our customs, not just as a symbol of beauty, but also of tradition and expert craftsmanship. Growing up surrounded by these traditions, I developed a deep love for creating silver jewelry.
I was lucky to be able to move to California in 2006 where I studied jewelry making at the College of Marin. I spent three years refining my skills and adding western craftsmanship. I believe I now create jewelry that combines the best of both worlds. For me, each piece I design is a work of art, handcrafted with care and love, using only the highest quality materials.
Looking to my heritage, I also bring traditional Chinese knotting techniques into my designs. Whether you’re looking for a piece for yourself or a gift for someone special, my creations celebrate the beauty of craftsmanship and the richness of my Miao tradition. I hope each piece tells a story that speaks to you
***** I’ve been selling at San Francisco Bay Area farmers markets and weekend shows since 2006. You can find my schedule here. https://jqinbranches.com/pages/farmer-market-schedule. My schedule updates every three months.
If you have any questions, the best way to reach me is through email at jqinbranches@gmail.com. Also, you can text or leave me a voicemail at 1-415-525-1892 with your name and phone number. if you want to talk in person about a special jewelry design, check my schedule to see when I’ll be at a nearby farmers market. I’m always happy to work with people to create just what they desire.
***Local customers could follow me on Instagram @JQINBRANCHES to get weekly business updates for the Farmer's Market locations and working hours.