KARIN LUVAAS

Karin Luvaas is a jewelry artist, lapidary, and educator based in the Pacific Northwest, celebrated for one-of-a-kind designs that unite hand-cut gemstones with intimate, story-driven details. Working directly with raw stone, she cuts, polishes, and sets every element herself, bringing a painter’s eye for color and composition to each piece. 

Drawn to natural imperfections, unusual materials, and custom gemstone cuts, her jewelry invites curiosity and connection. Karin’s refined lapidary techniques include inlay, intarsia, and kintsugi, reflecting her dedication to slow, intentional craftsmanship. She sources many stones directly from small-scale U.S. miners, creating jewelry rooted in artistry, ethics, and transformation.