Gillian Mai As a self-taught jewelry artist, I was always drawn to the energies and colors of crystals but the harm that mining causes to people and our planet troubled me. In 2020, after my friend shared a vivid dream of our friend "dripping in corn jewelry," I knew I had an answer - but nothing like I envisioned existed yet.

After 3 years of slow experimentation through growing rainbow corn and turning the kernels into

gems, Mama Maize was founded in 2023 - so you can adorn living, garden-grown seeds and always keep the miracle of life close.

Each piece is crafted by drying the kernels for months to years, coating them in non-toxic epoxy, and pairing them with 18k Gold artisan designs -offering the same sparkle and elegance as traditional gems - without mining’s destructive impact. And, every purchase supports indigenous, women-led gardens.

Through wearing Mama Maize, you are telling your story of appreciation, love, and care for our Earth.

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