Wax Carving Workshops

Wanderluster Jewelry in collaboration with several makers spaces in the greater Portland area offers multi day workshops where students learn traditional techniques for wax carving and lost wax casting. Students will leave with a unique piece of jewelry of their own design and hopefully a new found love for playing with wax! Introductory classes are perfect for anyone new to this medium however more experienced wax carvers and professional jewelers alike are also encouraged to attend, there is always more to learn!

Heirloom Re-designs

Transforming heirloom jewelry into contemporary designs honors the past while showcasing your personal style. Wanderluster Jewelry encourages their clients to recycle vintage gold and gemstones whenever possible. This option significantly reduces upfront cost while adding sentimental value to the piece. By combining your family's history with current trends, we can create stunning and unique bespoke jewelry that will breathe new life into heirloom materials.

Custom Jewelry

Wanderluster Jewelry offers its clients the opportunity to work one on one with an experienced designer to create a unique piece of art that cannot be found in traditional jewelry stores. Whether you are celebrating an engagement or creating a memorial piece, this collaborative process centers your story. Together, we explore your inspiration to craft a one-of-a-kind piece in which every detail reflects your individuality and most cherished moments.

Past Work

Meet the Artist

Elise Kallweit is a fine jeweler and goldsmith specializing in custom wedding and engagement rings often featuring ornate sculptural elements inspired by the natural world. Elise collaborates with her clients to create one of a kind artwork tailored to their individual preference and unique story. Each piece is hand carved in wax, cast and expertly finished at her home studio in Hillsboro, Oregon.