About the Designer

Welcome to NSW Jewelry Designs & Lifestyle.

I’m Nancy Walton, the designer, metal-smith, and maker behind the bench.

My journey with jewelry design began with a deep love for the creative process—the magic of taking raw elements like brass, copper, sterling silver, and gold wire, and shaping them by hand into pieces that hold a story. Over time, that passion has organically grown from the jeweler's bench into NSW Lifestyle, a curated collection of handcrafted goods designed to bring a piece of the coast into your everyday routine.

Living and working with the spirit of Cape Cod all around me, my work is profoundly shaped by a coastal, minimalist aesthetic. I am constantly inspired by the intentional, weathered beauty of the shore: the perfect geometry of a beach shell, the soft blues of summer hydrangeas, and the rich history found while exploring vintage markets and historic mill towns.

Handcrafted with Intention

Whether I am hand-soldering a custom set of military heirloom cufflinks, carefully inlaying crushed turquoise and shells into a ring, or pouring a small-batch candle, my philosophy remains the same: slow, deliberate, and personal. In a world of mass production, I believe the things we wear and surround ourselves with should mean something. Every piece that leaves my studio is made by hand, finished with care, and designed to feel like an effortless, everyday luxury—like a favorite linen shirt or a quiet morning watching the fog roll off the ocean.

When I’m not at the workbench playing with new summer earring concepts or sketching lifestyle designs, you can usually find me hunting for unique vintage treasures, spending time with my family, or enjoying a quiet cup of coffee with a view of the water.

Thank you for welcoming my work into your life and supporting handcrafted artistry. I hope these pieces bring a little piece of the coast, and a lot of joy, to your story.

With love from the coast, Nancy Walton Owner & Designer, NSW Jewelry Designs