Melissa T
Senior Designer | Online Design Specialist
Founding Artist, GIA Diamond Graduate & AJP
Available for Virtual Consultations
I got my first glimpse into the jewelry world as a kid, earning quarters for spotting tiny melee diamonds on the shop floor and watching in awe as my dad fired up his torch, shaping metal into something magical and meaningful. With a natural artistic streak and love of people, what began as a creative curiosity eventually became a full-time career.
I began at Green Lake Jewelry Works as a young adult, spending a decade designing with clients in the Seattle studio. During that time, I mentored new designers, helped shape internal systems, and supported both the creative and operational sides of a fast-growing company. I also earned GIA certifications as a Graduate Diamonds & AJP. My work has been featured in Washington Wedding Day and I have been mentioned in In Store Magazine.
My career has taken me across the country, from the award-winning Mark Schneider studio in Long Beach to Todd Reed’s luxury retail space off Abbot Kinney in L.A. In Austin, I designed engagement rings at Calvin’s Fine Jewelry and managed a high-value fast paced inventory for Korman Fine Jewelry. I’ve also curated vintage collections for my own online estate jewelry shop. Across every role, my focus remains on thoughtful storytelling through design, drawing inspiration from the beauty of nature, large-scale modern art I create for my home, and the architecture I encounter while traveling.
As a Founding Member of GLJW, returning feels like coming home - with a fresh perspective, deeper experience, and a continued love for the creative, collaborative spirit that defines it.
Sample of Melissa T's portfolio | Custom designs, work and favorite projects