Blogs: A Little More About My Journey

Seeing My Jewelry in a New Light

Seeing My Jewelry in a New Light

Discover how Design by Mariel is redefining jewelry for the modern woman.Explore unique, handcrafted pieces inspired by the beauty of the ocean.From professional settings to casual outings and elegant evenings,...

Seeing My Jewelry in a New Light

Discover how Design by Mariel is redefining jewelry for the modern woman.Explore unique, handcrafted pieces inspired by the beauty of the ocean.From professional settings to casual outings and elegant evenings,...

Telling the Story

Telling the Story

Every piece of jewelry has a story. Inspired by the sea and shaped by travels to beautiful coastlines around the world, my handmade jewelry brings together sea glass, shells, and...

Telling the Story

Every piece of jewelry has a story. Inspired by the sea and shaped by travels to beautiful coastlines around the world, my handmade jewelry brings together sea glass, shells, and...

Becoming a Tiktoker

Becoming a Tiktoker

My unexpected journey from jewelry designer to social media content creator. Follow my unexpected TikTok adventure and discover the creative process behind my handmade jewelry.

Becoming a Tiktoker

My unexpected journey from jewelry designer to social media content creator. Follow my unexpected TikTok adventure and discover the creative process behind my handmade jewelry.

The Gulf Coast Shells I Use

The Gulf Coast Shells I Use

There are shells you find on a beach, and then there are shells that somehow stay with you.I’ve developed a special affection for the shells I collect along the Gulf...

The Gulf Coast Shells I Use

There are shells you find on a beach, and then there are shells that somehow stay with you.I’ve developed a special affection for the shells I collect along the Gulf...

What Is It About Wearing Jewelry?

What Is It About Wearing Jewelry?

Do we wear jewelry just for ourselves, or do we also love when another woman notices it?Jewelry makes us feel beautiful, expresses who we are, and sometimes tells a story.Perhaps...

What Is It About Wearing Jewelry?

Do we wear jewelry just for ourselves, or do we also love when another woman notices it?Jewelry makes us feel beautiful, expresses who we are, and sometimes tells a story.Perhaps...

Trends or Fashion in Jewelry

Trends or Fashion in Jewelry

Jewelry is changing, and I’ve been paying attention. I’m seeing a growing trend toward beautiful, accessible pieces that offer the look and feel of fine jewelry without the high price....

Trends or Fashion in Jewelry

Jewelry is changing, and I’ve been paying attention. I’m seeing a growing trend toward beautiful, accessible pieces that offer the look and feel of fine jewelry without the high price....