Long-time member
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Fast shipper
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
Great service
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Leander is an Australian artist, metalsmith and maker who has been using her hands and mind creatively throughout her life. Now based in Tucson, Arizona – where the desert warms her heart and ignites her creative fire - Leander is passionately pursuing her career as a professional bench jeweler, designer and small business owner. She specializes in one of a kind pieces and has a strong commitment to use ethical, sustainable materials in her craft. For Leander, inspiration is found in the complexity of the natural environment, biological forms, rhythms and symbolic patterns – both physical and philosophical. Often referred to as a 'natural born colorist', Leander instinctively employs bold colors and compositions in her unique work.
Leander is committed to building a sustainable, environmentally ethical jewelry practice by using 100% Recycled metals. The metals she uses are refined from material that has already been extracted from the earth, such as jeweler's scraps and what would other wise be industry waste. This means that landscapes aren't destroyed, that the people living on mineral-rich lands aren't displaced and that eco-systems aren't polluted by the dirty processes of mineral mining in order to make her art.
What people are saying
- JT
Judy Tempero
For sterling silver cuff bracelet5.0This cuff bracelet turned out even more beautiful than I expected. Leander was super to work with, especially in light of having worked with another designer who was unable to start the project as planned. Leander took the ideas I had, made some very good suggestions and completed the project a little sooner than she expected. I am considering her to remake a ring that has cracked. Would highly recommend her!
MJMicharel J. Panetta
For White Gold Neda Symbol Belly Ring5.0I must admit I was skeptical at first. After searching high and low I was unable to find a NEDA piece of jewelry for my daughter. So it left me no choice but to find a custom jewelry maker.
I went on-line and found "Custom Made". Within minutes I was contacted by several custom jewelry makers. Leander D'Ambrosia had experience in making custom NEDA pieces, so I selected her.
I peppered her with at least a dozen questions as I sought to design a necklace and pendant that would be just right. She always answered within hours and provided both examples and suggestions that made my custom piece a reality.
On top of everything else I had a "short window" to have the piece delivered before my daughter's visit. From start to finish the project was completed and delivered to my front door within a couple weeks.
My daughter will be visiting with me in 2 days and the custom jewelry you made will overwhelm her, no doubt. It is beautiful, unique and special. I could not be more satisfied. Thank-you Leander!
- RG
robyn goldberg
For Personalized Hand Stamped Sterling Charm Bracelet Family Keepsake5.0Leander was a pleasure to deal with. She offered wonderful ideas and insight. She was extremely accommodating and returned all inquiries in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend Leander for custom creations.
- JD
Joshua Doyle
For Personalized Hand Stamped Custom Quote Copper Cuff Bracelet5.0We are extremely happy with the finished product. Very professional and wonderful to work with.
- AR
Andrea Rodriguez
For Robot Heart Pendants5.0I am very happy !!! Leander is a professional, we have a very good comunicacion all the time . Now i have the neckless of my dreams ??????
Thank you do much :)
Maker Policies
Discover true craftsmanship each week
A guide to the best items from the best makers and the stories behind them.
