Once again, I find myself wandering into the potentially hazardous waters of female fashion— yet another trip to the Health And BeAuty (HABA) department at the Boise Co-op. This time I’m drawn to the mysterious array of jewelry located beside the counter, tucked in the corner of the department— a display rife with the shiny, delectable emblems of provocative beauty that I typically associate with the fairer sex. Ahem.
The highlight items, occupying the “top shelf” of the jewelry display, are several pieces from Hazel Cox, a bourgeoning legend of jewelry art in the greater Northwestern area. Hazel’s line consists of pendant necklaces of fossilized flowers and diaphanous bits of crocheted silk, bracelets crafted from handmade rope, pressed metal earrings and necklaces as well as earrings and adornments designed from found feathers or fabricated elegant metal fibers.
Hazel has become a fixture of the latest jewelry art scene from Berkeley to Portland, and for good reason. It is truly an honor and a privilege to make her pieces available here at the Co-op.
Hazel Cox’s collection may occupy a “signature series” position in the jewelry display, but there are several other artisan craftworks available as well, not the least of which being a wonderful array of high-end pieces by our very own Alta Rehkugler, including earrings and bracelets made from precious and semi-precious gems and metals. Alta founded “High Designs” handmade jewelry in the early turn of this century, after decades of crafting pieces for friends and family. Alta’s line of tribal, every-day elegant statement pieces are a beautiful addition to our selection!
Come check out all of our fine jewelry and artisan pieces available in the HABA department today!
