Carla Caruso was born in New York City. After graduating from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1987 with a BFA in glass sculpture, Carla moved to the hilltowns of western Massachusetts where she lived in a hippie-esque community, sometimes in a teepee. Over the years she worked with several glass artists, including a collaboration on a line of glass jewelry. Jonesing for the bright lights, Carla moved back to New York City and spent a few years slinging drinks and waiting tables in the early days of Williamsburg's hipster migration. But the call of small town living led Carla back to western Massachusetts. Deciding between pastry chef and jeweler, Carla found her creative outlet in the latter. Totally self-taught, she founded Carla Caruso Jewelry in 2001.
For years Carla made jewelry in a converted garage behind a rented house outside Northampton. Now finally returned to the beautiful Hilltowns, she lives in a farmhouse in Ashfield with her faithful pup Birdie, works in a studio above her garage, and continues to make each and every piece by hand.
$160.00
Lightweight and elegant, no doubt an everyday go-to earring. Handmade in 14k gold, the ribbon hoops are crafted from a single piece of wire that is hand shaped and hammered. * 14k yellow gold* Approx. 3/4"x1"* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso Jewelry
$240.00
Featherweight and fabulous! Each tiny fringe is handcrafted from wire that is threaded through a delicate cable chain and then hand tapered, shaped and hammered into place. The miniature fringes sparkle in the light and are surprisingly eye catching despite their barely-there size. * 14k...
$245.00
Wear this necklace to make a joyful statement about mixing things up! Reflective sterling silver discs are paired with a delicate 14k cable chain, resulting in a delightful, affordable mixed-metal necklace. The eight silver discs of varying size are stationed organically around a 17" gold chain with a...
$465.00
With lovely vintage styling, this necklace features a delicate eight-pointed star. The beveled edges create subtle shadows and highlights to emphasize the starburst. * 14k yellow gold* .02ct diamond* 16" chain* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso Jewelry
$445.00
Slinky and sinuous, the diamond bar necklace adds a subtle sparkle to any outfit. The three faceted diamond beads are suspended between sparkly 18k gold cable chain * 18k yellow gold + grey diamond beads* 16" chain* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso
$210.00
This lustrous shield cut pyrite stone will add a little glamour to your life. Not to mention, pyrite has long been valued for its protective properties against negative energy. Bad vibes, be gone! * 16" 14k yellow gold chain * 1/4" pyrite stone* Handmade in Ashfield,...
$180.00
This lustrous shield cut pyrite stone will add a little glamour to your life. Not to mention, pyrite has long been valued for its protective properties against negative energy. Bad vibes, be gone! * 14k yellow gold + pyrite stones* Hang approx. 1/2"* Handmade in Ashfield, MA...
$225.00
Perfect for everyday wear, the mini oval measures ⅜” wide by ¼” tall and is suspended by tiny gold jump rings on a 14k cable chain. Handmade in 14k gold with a satin finish, this necklace measures 16” in length. - Handmade in Western Massachusetts
$450.00
Who says bling can't be subtle? These square-stock studs are a simple, effortlessly wearable take on the micro-pavé trend. Handmade in 14k gold with a satin finish * 1.25mm thick, ¼" long and each stud is embedded with six sparkling diamonds.* 14k gold - Carla...
$250.00
Five tiny gold tags hang from each strand, fluttering in the breeze and playing with the light. Each tag is hand-cut, each earring hand-assembled. Eye-catching and timeless. * 14k yellow gold* Measure approx. 1" long* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso
$125.00
Lightweight and elegant, no doubt an everyday go-to earring. Handmade in 14k gold, the ribbon hoops are crafted from a single piece of wire that is hand shaped and hammered. * 14k yellow gold* Approx. 1/2" x 3/4"* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso Jewelry
$375.00
A lightweight bangle you will never want nor need to take off. Graceful and elegant, this bracelet features a flush-set tiny, brilliant diamond on slim (yet sturdy) hand-formed gold wire. The hook closure loops through a teardrop opening and locks in place with a satisfying...
$220.00
* mini heart measures ⅜” wide and tall * 16" 14k gold chain
$220.00
The random itty bitty bracelet features six tiny hand-hammered circles randomly spaced along the chain. The most subtle adornment to a baby cable chain (truly, we're not kidding when we call it itty bitty!), it's captivating in its simplicity.* 14k yellow gold* 7" chain with...
$260.00
Playfully understated, these medium polkadot stud earrings look great with everything. * 14k gold with a satin finish* Approx. 1/4" in diameter* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso Jewelry
$260.00
With lovely vintage styling, these stud earrings feature a delicate eight-pointed star. The beveled edges create subtle shadows and highlights to emphasize the starburst. * 14k yellow gold with soft satin finish* Approx 3/8" across* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso Jewelry
$170.00
The moon is a striking symbol of feminine power. These teeny tiny crescent moons are hand shaped and hammered out of a single piece of gold wire. * 14k yellow gold* 1/4" wide* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla Caruso
$300.00
This itty bitty necklace features a teeny tiny hand-hammered circle with an even teenier tinier diamond set into it. Wear it every day or layered with your other favorites. * 14k yellow gold* 1.4mm white diamond (.0125ct)* 16" chain* Handmade in Ashfield, MA - Carla...
$340.00
This sweet everyday necklace features eleven tiny hand-hammered circles randomly spaced along the chain. The most subtle adornment to a baby cable chain, it's captivating in its simplicity. Wear it every day or layered with your other favorites.* 14k yellow gold* 16" chain* Handmade in...
$395.00
For those who prefer all black everything, this is our favorite way to sparkle. Slinky and sinuous, this necklace offers a perfect combo of black diamond beads and dark rhodium plating. * 18k gold chain with rhodium plating + three faceted black diamond beads* Measures...
