Shop Megan Want

Unique Jewelry and wearable art- handmade by my own two hands in Northwestern CT

05/24/2026

This collection started as a color obsession in the middle of the night. Soft peach, glowing orange, warm cardinal, and earthy brown paired with sparkling Goldstone in handwoven pieces that feel warm, artistic, and endlessly wearable. The kind of jewelry that quietly transforms an outfit into something unforgettable.

05/22/2026

Made this little (well, little by my standards) purple-and-lime bead embroidery pendant for my mom for Mother’s Day. We definitely have different jewelry and fashion styles, but she’s a huge part of why I love beads, color, crafts, and making things in the first place. She raised a very indoorsy little art kid with endless creative projects… and honestly, it worked.

05/21/2026

I upcycled a tiny glass jar into a handmade gift, weaving embroidery floss in rich green tones and adding a matching beaded embellishment. To complete the set, I created coordinating earrings in shades of green and black.

Created as a gift for a dear friend who feels like sunshine, treasures nature, and reminds me that beauty and kindness belong everywhere. ☀️🌱

Handmade slowly. Gifted wholeheartedly.

05/09/2026

Several people have asked if I have any spring or Mother’s Day shows lined up.

I want to share that I don’t have anything booked for the near future, and I’ve had to decline some shows I really enjoy that I’ve participated in for years. Life is a bit hectic with my 9-5 job, my husband traveling often, and we just welcomed a fourth dog who requires a lot of attention.

However, I am always beading and creating more stuff!
I do have pieces available online and at the New Hartford Artisan’s Guild if you’d like to check them out!

And to everyone spending time with people they love this weekend, dressing up a little, sharing meals, thrifting, gardening, calling their mom, or simply trying to rest for once, I hope this weekend feels warm and meaningful in the smallest best ways. Thank you for being here.

04/26/2026

Big statement, little effort ✨
(These will be available online soon, or send me a dm and I will invoice you!)
I’ve always loved bold, colorful jewelry for one simple reason. It transforms everything. A basic jeans and tee combo suddenly feels like a full look the second you add a standout pair of earrings.

When I started making jewelry again a few years ago, I noticed the pieces became the focus of my outfits. Statement jewelry with something simple just works every time.

I do make more minimal pieces too, perfect for layering or pairing with more expressive outfits. But honestly, nothing hits quite like a bold piece that pulls everything together without even trying.

That’s the magic 💫

04/18/2026

Did a little restock at .ct today! I almost kept these neutral colored bead embroidered earrings with tassels (pictured in the center image ) for myself but decided they need to be shared with the world instead.
Go check out the latest show and all the goodies in the gift shop! There’s a bunch of fun pieces that were painted by guild members live at one of my favorite local spots,

03/28/2026

It’s a great day to pop by the New Hartford Artisans Guild ✨

They’re celebrating ONE YEAR with their big anniversary show Momentum and an opening reception tonight (March 28, 5–8PM). There’s a featured lighting installation by Cory Clinton called MESH & GLOW

I’m so sad to miss the party (prior plans 💔), but you should absolutely go support these incredible local artists. The gallery is full of work made right here in our community, and it’s always so inspiring.

And yes… my pieces are in the gift shop if you need a little pop of color to brighten this dreary weekend 💕

New Hartford Artisans Guild
37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford CT

03/02/2026

It’s been quiet here, but the beads are still moving. My 9–5 got loud for a minute, and life did its thing. Behind the scenes I’m finishing new bead embroidery statement pieces for 2026, plus a few surprises. Sharing the mushroom Jasper beauty currently stealing my heart and spare time.

02/12/2026

In between larger statement pieces, I finished a prototype for a brand new earring style and I am so excited about it 💜✨

01/31/2026

Unfinished Fridays ✨

This piece is still very much in progress, but I wanted to share it with you anyway! One of my goals this year is creating more large statement necklaces. I usually start with a neckline and a stone, then let everything grow organically from there.

I recently read a tip about limiting designs to three colors (different tints, values, and finishes are fair game). While I do love bold, colorful work, I wanted to try it here. Soft gray, warm tan, and a hint of turquoise/mint. The challenge is letting the blue green exist without overpowering the natural beauty of this Willow Creek Jasper.

01/26/2026

Snow falling outside my Connecticut studio, beads scattered across the table, and a brand new piece quietly beginning.

Today I started working with this mushroom jasper cabochon, building a beaded bezel using bead embroidery techniques. I have a loose idea for the neckline, but everything else is open. This is a let the stone lead kind of project.

At Shop Megan Want, my favorite pieces grow this way. Slowly, intuitively, one bead at a time.

Are you more drawn to earthy stones like mushroom jasper, or brighter colors?

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