A Jewelry Experience Inside the Gallery: Featuring Treasured Gems by Elizabeth Van Tassel
Most people don’t expect to design something of their own inside an art gallery.
At Create Gallery and Frames, the goal has always been to create a space that feels layered, intentional, and centered around artists.
Not just what’s on the walls,
but the people and craftsmanship behind it.
That’s why you’ll find more than paintings and sculpture when you walk through the gallery.
A Space Within the Gallery
Treasured Gems by Elizabeth Van Tassel is a jewelry collection and design experience located within the gallery.
Elizabeth, a GIA Graduate Gemologist, works with carefully sourced gemstones and materials to create pieces that feel both refined and deeply personal.
Her presence inside the gallery adds another layer to the overall experience, offering something wearable alongside the artwork on the walls.
An Artist, Not a Product Line
This isn’t a traditional retail setup.
Elizabeth’s work is rooted in:
Individual stone selection
One-of-a-kind combinations
A collaborative design process
Clients aren’t just choosing jewelry.
They can also work directly with the artist to create something that reflects their own style and story.
Why It Works Inside a Gallery
There’s a natural connection between fine art and handcrafted jewelry.
Both are:
Designed with intention
Built around materials and form
Meant to be experienced, not mass-produced
Having Treasured Gems within the gallery allows visitors to experience both in the same space, without separating art from everyday life.
A Different Way to Experience the Gallery
Some visitors come in to explore paintings.
Some are looking for something specific for their home.
Some are looking for art that they can wear.
And some are drawn to the idea of leaving with something they helped create.
That’s what makes this part of the gallery feel different.
It adds a level of interaction that goes beyond simply viewing.
An Upcoming Opportunity to Experience It
For those who want to experience this process firsthand… Elizabeth is hosting an upcoming event inside the gallery:
The Shimmers Design Bar
Thursday, April 23 | 4–7 PM
Create Gallery and Frames
Guests are invited to drop in or reserve a one-on-one appointment to sit down with Elizabeth and design a custom piece using gemstones, pearls, and curated materials.
Appointments are recommended for one-on-one design time.
There is no cost to attend, making it an approachable way to explore the process, ask questions, and see how each piece comes together.
Heirloom redesign is also welcome, offering the opportunity to bring in pieces that may no longer be worn and reimagine them into something new.
Not everything in a gallery has to stay on the walls.
Some pieces are meant to be worn.
Visit us in the gallery to explore Treasured Gems by Elizabeth Van Tassel or stop in during the Shimmers Design Bar to experience the process firsthand.
Create Gallery and Frames
Garden City, Idaho
Tuesday–Saturday, 11AM–6PM
