Jessica Kagan Cushman

No stranger to design. As the daughter of renowned furniture designer Vladimir Kagan and needlework queen Erica Wilson design runs in her veins, so it seems only natural that Jessica Cushman's work is totally unique and fresh. Another reason why I am so impressed by her. She didn't follow in their footsteps, she made her own!

Having learned scrimshaw from her father, who took up the craft in the 1960's in Nantucket, Jessica has taken the artform to a new (and slightly un-orthodox) level - creating scrimshawed antique ivory bracelets that lie somewhere between a tattoo and a bumper sticker. Historically practiced by sailors on long journeys hunting for whales, scrimshaw traditionally depicted whaling scenes, ships, women and scenes copied from magazines of the day. Jessica takes quotes and phrases, from movies, literature and in some cases, New York graffiti and transcribes them via scrimshaw onto fossilized wooly mammoth ivory bracelets - combing a venerable traditional craft with wry, modern wit.

Under her mother's tutelage Jessica learned to embroider and knit at an early age. She has applied these skills to jewelry-making and now creates amazing knitted scarf/necklaces out of 14kt gold and silver chain dripping with semi-precious stones and pearls; and embroidered pieces on double-faced cashmere embellished with pearls, gems and 24kt gold thread.

Jessica graduated from Smith College with a BA in Art History. She has studied jewelry making at the Jewelry Arts Institute in New York and the Silvermine Guild in Connecticut.

Now off to see her creativity take shape.

These are the ORIGINAL Resin Reproduction Scrimshaw Bangles by Jessica Kagan Cushman. They look fantastic alone, in stacks, or layered with other bangles. The bracelets are a fun conversation piece and can be worn on any occasion. They are made in limited editions so get them while you can! Each bracelet is hand poured resin, hand inked and hand finished. Any variations in resin color, ink saturation, or finish are due to the hand made elements, so variations should be expected. Jessica believes that any variation enhances the look to make them more closely resemble real ivory scrimshaw.

"Vodka Martini. Shaken, not stirred." Resin Bangle
$125.00

No Wire Hangers! Ever!
$125.00

Oh, what a world! What a world!
$125.00

Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!
$125.00

"La de da, la de da, la la"
$125.00

All right, Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my close-up
$125.00

You can mix, match and stack this bangle with another one, or wear it solo. Whichever method you choose, you'll be the center of attention.




Jessica Kagan Cushman Supe- Califragilistic- expialidocious Bangle

SuperCalifragilisticexpialidocious...Remember that? Now you can simply glance down and recite it at ease.



Jessica Kagan Cushman "You're Not the Boss of Me" Bangle

"You're not the boss of me," is scrawled across these Jessica Kagan Cushman bangles. We all feel this way sometimes, so why not keep everyone guessing by wearing these fun bangles around your wrist.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "You can agree with me or you can be wrong" Bangle

"You can agree with me or you can be wrong" Bangle is 1" wide. Inside diameter is 2 1/2".




Jessica Kagan Cushman "When I'm good I'm very good but when I'm bad I'm better." Bangle

"When I'm good I'm very good but when I'm bad I'm better" is written on the outside of these bangles by Jessica Kagan Cushman. This message is perfect whether you're feeling good or decidedly naughty (not to mention you will keep those who read it guessing which you actually are).




Jessica Kagan Cushman "We'll always have Paris" Bangle





Jessica Kagan Cushman "Truly fabulous people never get dressed before lunchtime" Bangle





Jessica Kagan Cushman "Que serait le monde sans les filles?" Bangle

"Que serait le monde sans les filles?" - What would the world be without girls? Nothing at all and you can remind everyone of that by wearing these.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Never, never, never give up" Bangle

"Never, never, never give up" are wise words, and ones you'll never forget if they are dangling from your wrist.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "I'll get you my pretty...and your little dog, too!" Bangle





Jessica Kagan Cushman "Fashion can be bought. Style one must possess." Bangle





Jessica Kagan Cushman "Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn" Bangle

Each JKC bracelet is hand poured resin, hand inked and hand finished. They look fantastic alone or in stacks or layered with other bangles. These bracelets are a fun conversation piece and can be worn on any occasion.




Jessica Kagan Cushman Star Bangle





Jessica Kagan Cushman "Dahrling I Love You, but give me Park Avenue " Bangle

"Dahrling I love you, but give me Park Avenue,." This sentiment escapes your lips: you're not asking for a little, you're asking for the world. The bangles are 1" in width and have a diameter of 2 1/2".




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Don't make me release the flying monkeys" Bangle

"Don't make me release the flying monkeys" is exactly what the Wicked Witch of the West said when she was at her wit's end. These cute bangles in ivory and black by Jessica Kagan Cushman are 1/2" wide and 2 1/2" in diameter, and are perfect when you're feeling a little frustrated for not getting your way. Flying monkeys strike fear in the hearts of everyone after all.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "I want to be the girl with the most cake" Bangle

Bangle is 7/8" wide. 2 1/2" diameter.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Let's get this party started!" Bangle

"Let's get this party started!" are on these Jessica Kagan Cushman ivory and black bangles, along with a cute fun crown, which is your party favor tonight. It's 5/8" wide and has a diameter of 2 1/2".




Jessica Kagan Cushman "All this and brains too" Bangle

"All this and brains too" bangles printed on her trademark ivory and black bangles have a width of 5/8" and a diameter of 2.5"




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Does this bracelet make me look fat?" Bangle

"Does this bracelet make me look fat?" Bangle is 1" wide. Inside diameter is 2 1/2". Resin reproduction scrimshaw. Each JKC bracelet is hand poured resin, hand inked and hand finished."




Jessica Kagan Cushman "New shoes cure the blues" Bangle

"New shoes cure the blues," on ivory and black bangles with a width of 7/8" and a diameter of 2 1/2".




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore" Bangle

"Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore" Bangle is 1/2" wide. Inside diameter is 2 1/2".




Jessica Kagan Cushman Because "I said so, that's why" Bangle

"I said so, that's why" Bangle is 7/8" wide.




Jessica Kagan Cushman "Hasta La Vista Baby!" Bangle

"Hasta La Vista Baby!" bangle is 2 1/2" wide.

Blu Flower Power Rings

Blu Flower Power Rings will brighten any day. Enamel rings have a flower pattern. Metal: Rhodium platedColor: Silver, Multi.




Leila Old Hollywood Rings

Leila Old Hollywood Rings are a standout piece. Gold-plated rings with enamel and Austrian crystal. Adjustable ring inset for sizes 6 and 7.




Leila Ribbed Enamel Rings

Leila Ribbed Enamel Rings are bright and fun. 24k gold-plated enamel rings come in amazing colors.




Brian Danielle Blue Topaz & Diamond Ring

Brian Danielle Blue Topaz & Diamond Ring is a statement piece. 14k white gold with topaz and diamonds. Stone is 1" x 3/4" in diameter.




Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Rings

Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Rings will add a dash of glam to any look. 18k gold plated or silver ring has adjustable sizer inset.




Rebecca Norman Onyx Ring

Rebecca Norman Onyx Ring is a stunning piece. Genuine stone over sterling silver. 1x3/4" in diameter.




Brian Danielle Pink Topaz Royalty Ring

Brian Danielle Pink Topaz Royalty Ring is stunning. 14k rose gold with diamonds and 3/4" in diameter pink topaz. 14k white gold fleur de lis detail.

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