What I Make at Laughing Frog Studio

 

 

At Laughing Frog Studio, we make handcrafted upcycled silverware jewelry, tableware, accessories, housewares, holiday gifts, and custom pieces from vintage and antique flatware.

For more than fifteen years, Matt and I have been transforming vintage and antique silverware into meaningful, wearable pieces and useful goods for the home. Everything we make begins as a spoon, fork, knife, or serving piece that’s already lived a life — and we give it a second one. Some pieces become jewelry; others become useful objects for the table or home. The goal is always the same: to honor the character of the original silverware while making something you’ll want to use, wear, and keep.

Handcrafted Silverware Jewelry

We create timeless spoon rings, cuffs and bracelets, necklaces and pendants, earrings, and other one-of-a-kind jewelry from vintage and antique flatware. Original patterns, details, and marks help guide each design. But sometimes we break out of the box and create a silverware ring that makes you say, "Wait, that’s made from what?" The finished piece keeps a little of the original pattern’s history while becoming something completely new to wear. If you’d like to see more, explore our jewelry collection.

Tableware & Entertaining

Vintage silverware becomes charcuterie knives, hand-stamped cheese spreaders, bottle openers, serving pieces, and other tableware made for entertaining. These functional pieces bring history and personality to the table. They are meant to be used, not tucked away, and they make everyday gatherings feel a little more personal. Take a closer look at our tableware and entertaining pieces.

Accessories

Repurposed silverware becomes jaw-dropping belt buckles, money clips, bookmarks, keychains, hair barrettes, custom dog tags, pet tags, and other wearable or useful accessories. They are practical pieces with a little surprise in them, made for people who like useful objects to have a story. You can see more of these silverware accessories here.

Housewares

We make home goods with vintage soul, including decorative and functional pieces that bring the character of old silverware into everyday spaces. They bring warmth and a sense of history to shelves, windowsills, and everyday routines. Explore the housewares we make.

Sterling Silver

Our sterling silver collection features fine pieces made from sterling flatware, with lasting value, beautiful patterns, and the same thoughtful upcycling at the heart of every design. The material has a distinctive presence, while the original pattern keeps each piece connected to its history. You can see more in our sterling silverware jewelry collection.

Holiday Gifts & Ornaments

Seasonal keepsakes, ornaments, and holiday gifts are made from vintage silverware to celebrate traditions and create something worth bringing out year after year. Many are made to become part of annual traditions, whether they hang on the tree, sit on the table, or become a thoughtful gift. For more seasonal ideas, visit our holiday gifts and ornaments.

Gift Guides

Our gift guides gather ideas for meaningful occasions, including weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, celebrations, and gifts for people who appreciate handmade pieces with a story. Whether you’re shopping for someone who loves history, craftsmanship, or a little whimsy, these collections make it easier to begin.

Custom Orders

From wedding gifts and memorial pieces to personalized jewelry and pet tags, we take on custom commissions that start with your idea and end with a handmade piece created just for you. We can talk through the occasion, the material, the pattern, and the practical details before we begin. If you have an idea in mind, learn more about custom orders.

Handcrafted Pieces Made with Intention

Every piece is made from authentic vintage silverware chosen for its artistry and character. Sometimes the original patterns guide the work — hand-formed, pattern-forward, and finished with the kind of care that mass production can’t replicate. No two pieces are exactly alike, and that’s the point. From the first look at a pattern to the final finishing, the process is guided by curiosity, care, and respect for the material.

This work is curated, intentional, and deeply human. Explore the category that fits what you’re looking for, or browse the shop to find a unique handmade upcycled silverware creation.