Creative outlet: Chartreuse Chandelier Studio owner makes jewelry

Paula Palmieri Beck

Tucked away in the lower level of the 110 W. Seventh St. building in downtown Tulsa sits Chartreuse Chandelier Studio. While the stylish accessories and the neon pink sign draw customers in, the star feature of this boutique is the jewelry. Every surface top, display case and shelf is packed with enough unique jewelry to last a lifetime.

There really is something for everyone and every style, and the best part is that all the jewelry is handmade.

Paula Palmieri Beck, owner of Chartreuse Chandelier Studio, began making handmade jewelry as a child. Her mother got her started by taking her to craft fairs and art stores around Muskogee. As Beck recreated this tradition with her own daughter more than 25 years ago, she discovered her true passion for jewelry-making. This discovery led to the founding of Chartreuse Chandelier Studio.

Purse, $48; earrings, $35; necklace, $45; all from Chartreuse Chandelier Studio

One thing Beck especially loves about jewelry making are the materials she can use, which includes acrylic, ceramic and aluminum. Oftentimes, the materials inspire Beck. For instance, where most people see a metal swirl, Beck sees the beginning outlines of a flower necklace or statement bracelet.

Beck has partnered with many different nonprofits to create and donate custom pieces for fundraising. So far she has made jewelry for the Tristesse Grief Center, the Center of Family Love and the Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma. Beck believes this is a valuable way to contribute to these organizations.

“I believe God gave everyone a gift, and this is how I use mine,” Beck says. “I have always wanted to work with nonprofits, and this gives me a great opportunity to do that.”

During a recent trip to Africa, Beck discovered artists in Tanzania who make jewelry out of recycled materials. She now sells the items in her shop, with proceeds going back to the tribe to benefit women and children.

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