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40 Years of Jewelry Design: Nancy Clarke’s Legacy Collection Now Available

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Amanda Collins - Published: August 19, 2025 – Updated: 2 hours ago

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Amanda Collins. Published: Aug 13, 2025  - Updated: 2 hours ago 

 

Amanda Collins is a senior writer covering artisan craftsmanship and cultural stories for Maker's Monthly.

Nancy Clarke, a 70-year-old artisan in her workshop. (Photo: Maker's Monthly)

A Heartfelt Story That Went Viral

For over 40 years, Nancy Clarke spent her days crafting delicate, one-of-a-kind jewelry in her cozy workshop. Each piece was made by hand, infused with care, and gifted to close friends and family. But now, at 70 years old, arthritis has made it impossible for her to continue.

 

"My hands just aren’t what they used to be," Nancy says with a warm smile. "I never thought I’d sell my pieces, but I’d rather see them worn and loved than sit in a box collecting dust."

 

At first, Nancy’s jewelry was a well-kept secret. But after her granddaughter shared her story online, something unexpected happened—hundreds of women fell in love with her designs.

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Nancy Clarke in her workshop, crafting her legacy collection. (Photo: Maker's Monthly)

Nancy's never expected much to come from her granddaughter’s heartfelt post. But within days, the internet had fallen in love with her story.

Customers Can’t Get Enough of Nancy’s Unique Designs

💬 "I came across Nancy’s collection by accident, and I couldn’t believe the craftsmanship. It’s like something you’d find in a high-end boutique!" – Megan Carter., Verified Buyer

 

💬 "My grandmother had a necklace just like this when I was a child. I bought one immediately—it feels like a family heirloom!" – Avery Quinn., Verified Buyer
 

Soon, word of Nancy’s work began to spread far beyond her local market. She was moved by the support and touched by how many people connected with her designs.

 

"I never imagined my jewelry would resonate with so many,” Nancy shares. “I thought I’d be lucky to sell a few, but the response has been more than I ever 

dreamed.”

 

Now, she is sharing Her Legacy Collection. These designs represent the chapter of her past work, as she looks ahead to creating something new.

A part of Nancy’s studio in Savannah, Georgia (Photo: Maker's Monthly)

More Than Jewelry: A Legacy

Nancy’s jewelry has always been about more than style — it’s about the story behind each design. For over 40 years, she has created pieces that reflect both her journey and the lives of those who wear them.

 

Every necklace, bracelet, and earring in her Legacy Collection carries a memory — from the first sketch to the final touch in her studio. Choosing one of these designs means connecting with a chapter of Nancy’s life’s work.

 

"I’ve always hoped my jewelry could hold meaning and emotion," Nancy says. “Something people could carry with them, not just wear.”

 

Women continue to connect with Nancy’s work because it feels personal — designs that mark special moments and become part of their stories.

Some of pieces from Nancy’s Legacy Collection. (Photo: Maker's Monthly)

The Legacy Collection

Nancy Clarke is marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. After 40 years of designing, she is sharing her Legacy Collection — the last pieces from her earlier work — before she begins preparing for a new collection.

 

These designs reflect the journey she has taken over the decades: personal, meaningful, and created with care. They will not be recreated, which makes this release especially significant.

 

"I’m overwhelmed by the love and support I’ve received from women around the world,”  Nancy says. “I want these pieces to be worn and loved, not tucked away.”

 

Her Legacy Collection offers the opportunity to connect with her past work, as she looks forward to creating something new.

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