Business Details
26 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry & Art Gallery in Wauwatosa, WI
Magpie Jewelry & Metals Studio has been crafting exceptional jewelry and fostering artistic collaboration in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin since 2000. Founded by Kristen Fogtman-Faust, Terese Millmann, and Christopher Stephens, our studio combines three distinct creative visions under one roof. We specialize in custom jewelry design, metalworking, and repairs while maintaining a curated retail space featuring over two dozen independent jewelers and artists. Our expertise spans traditional techniques like forging and mokume gane to modern fabrication methods, with each partner bringing decades of experience in jewelry arts.We offer comprehensive repair services ranging from simple ring sizing to complete rebuilds, while our gallery showcases rotating exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, and functional crafts. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and community engagement has made us a trusted destination for both collectors and first-time buyers seeking unique wearable art.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Jewelry Repairs
Artisan Collaborations
Retail Sales
Metalworking Classes
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over two decades of combined experience in custom jewelry design
- Our three master jewelers employ diverse metalworking techniques
- We provide comprehensive repair and redesign services for heirloom pieces
- We maintain strict quality control through in-house production
- We curate rotating exhibitions of regional artists alongside jewelry
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Our master jewelers create one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional forging, mokume gane, and modern fabrication techniques. Clients collaborate directly with artisans to design meaningful wearable art incorporating precious metals and gemstones. Each piece reflects the customer's vision while showcasing our technical expertise.
Jewelry Repairs
We offer comprehensive repair services ranging from simple ring sizing to complete rebuilds of damaged heirloom pieces. Our jewelers use precision techniques to restore functionality and beauty while maintaining original design integrity. Emergency repairs are available with advance notice.
Artisan Collaborations
Magpie represents over two dozen independent jewelers and visual artists, providing access to diverse creative perspectives. We facilitate collaborations between clients and artists for custom commissions while hosting rotating exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, and functional crafts.
Metalworking Classes
Our studio offers hands-on metalworking instruction covering basic soldering to advanced fabrication techniques. Classes cater to all skill levels and include access to professional tools and guidance from experienced jewelers in a supportive creative environment.
Gemstone Setting
Specialized services include custom gemstone setting using various techniques like bezel, prong, and pave settings. We work with traditional diamonds and colored gemstones as well as unique materials like opals, moissanite, and reclaimed stones from heirloom jewelry.
People
Kristen Fogtman-Faust
Partner & Jewelry Artist
Specializing in Montana sapphire jewelry, Kristen combines traditional metalsmithing with contemporary design. Her work focuses on creating meaningful pieces that balance elegance with wearable artistry through precise stone selection and custom settings.
Terese Millmann
Partner & Jewelry Artist
Terese's expertise lies in forged and reticulated metalwork, creating organic forms that highlight gemstone beauty. Her signature ladder and mokume gane designs showcase technical mastery while maintaining artistic fluidity in both wearable and sculptural pieces.
Christopher Stephens
Partner & Jewelry Artist
Christopher specializes in hand engraving and complex fabrication techniques. His work blends classical craftsmanship with modern aesthetics, particularly evident in his intricate wedding bands and custom memorial jewelry incorporating reclaimed materials.
Questions
What types of jewelry services do you offer?
We specialize in custom jewelry design, repairs, resizing, and complete rebuilds using both traditional and modern metalworking techniques.
Do you sell finished jewelry pieces?
Yes, we maintain a curated retail space featuring our own work and pieces from over two dozen independent jewelers and artists.
Can you repair antique or heirloom jewelry?
Our jewelers have extensive experience restoring vintage pieces while preserving their original character and craftsmanship.
Are your artists available for commissions?
All three partner jewelers accept custom commissions, and we can connect you with featured artists for specialized requests.
