Suzanne Schwartz: Stitching a Life Around the Work

In this episode, I sit down with jewelry artist Suzanne Schwartz. Suzanne shares the story behind her signature stitched metal work and how handwork, memory, and influence quietly shape her designs. We talk about how her grandmother’s love of stitching and textiles left a lasting imprint, and how that thread continues to run through her jewelry today.The conversation also explores the realities of building a sustainable jewelry practice over time — navigating rising material costs, pricing work that takes patience, and continuing to show up year after year. Suzanne reflects on art shows, mentorship, creative doubt, and the ongoing process of making work that feels true as both an artist and a business owner.This episode is about persistence, curiosity, and learning to trust the path you’re on — even when it unfolds slowly.Follow Suzanne...Instagram: @suzanne_schwartz_jewelryWebsite: suzanneschwartzjewelry.comLove the Podcast?Support an episode: ⁠Click here to learn more!⁠Without your support I couldn’t continue the Slowmade Podcast. Thank you so much!Follow Christine and Slowmade...Instagram: ⁠@christinemighion⁠Jewelry Website: ⁠christinemighion.com⁠Slowmade: ⁠slowmadepodcast.com