Jewelry is sentimental, carrying stories worth preserving, yet not always in their original form. Mauzie Mays knows this to be true. She has been crafting jewelry for 35 years, both creating new designs and thoughtfully reworking exciting pieces into new ones. She focuses on bridging generations through craftsmanship that is deeply personal, true to style and refreshingly modern.
#1:
An unused, sentimental silver knife sat in a drawer, its purpose long forgotten. That is, until Emily brought it to Mauzie’s with a vision: to find a purpose and transform it into something significant. Drawing from the ornate handle and enhancing it with delicate rose gold finishes, Mauzie reimagined the knife into a small, minimalist pendant. Behind the floral silver detailing lies its true heart — a hollow space to hold the ashes of Emily’s beloved cat, Tony. What was once a simple utensil has become a powerful accessory - elegant, understated and rich in emotion. It now carries the cherished memory of Tony and continues to gather new stories with every wear.
#2:
After losing her husband, Christy came to Mauzie’s with her wedding set in hand, symbols of love that had shaped their life together. She was looking for a way to carry him with her in a new fashion. Mauzie carefully reset her diamonds into a fresh design, one that honors their past while holding space for sorrow and grief. His gold band, resized for her right hand, now rests where she can feel him near, perfectly adorned with one single diamond to blend them both together. Her new rings don’t just sparkle, they hold a lifetime of love, the ache of loss and the quiet comfort of his presence with her each day.
#3:
Who says you have to choose between sentiment and style? Elizabeth inherited a vintage cocktail-style ring from her beloved grandmother - sweet, yet not her style. After nearly 20 years of hiding in a jewelry box, she decided it was time for a glow-up. Mauzie redesigned the ring into something she truly loves: a bold, modern ring featuring the original ruby, framed by shimmering baguette and round diamonds. It’s stylish, personal and full of heart. The stones still hold her grandmother’s love - only now, they’re worn with joy, confidence and a sparkle that’s ready to be passed down again someday.
You can find Mauzie at Mauzie’s Fine Jewelry, 7200 E Dry Creek Rd. Suite B204 or www.Mauzies.com