Designs by Shelon, LLC.
I make everyday things a little more personal: tumblers you’ll reach for every morning, jewelry that carries a quiet meaning, and home pieces (especially clocks) that anchor a room without shouting. Each item is built from real materials—wood grain with its own history, resin that holds light and depth, and metal for clean contrast—so I don’t chase perfect sameness. I listen, we shape the idea together, and I craft a one-of-one piece that’s meant to be used, touched, and kept.
My Work...
Item One
Customized Coffee tumbler (14oz) for
Military member
Item Two
Customized Spider Man clock for individual who loves anything Spider man related.
Item Three
Hands- multi purpose use: holding jewelry, watches, or Knick knacks.
We Create Simple and Effective Designs
Objects Made to Belong
Handmade projects from wood, resin, and metal pieces—made to feel like they already belong to you.
Made to Be Used, Made to Mean Something
I run Designs by Shelon as a small artisan studio where wood, resin, and metal get to be exactly what they are—grain with a history, resin with depth and light, and metal that adds structure and contrast. I make functional pieces that still feel like art: tumblers you actually reach for every day, clocks that settle a room, jewelry that’s comfortable enough to wear often, and gifts that feel unmistakably tied to the person receiving them. The whole point is simple: beauty should be usable, and usefulness should be beautiful. I don’t chase perfect sameness, because real materials don’t work that way—and honestly, that’s where the soul of the piece lives.
Materials That Don’t Pretend to Be Something Else
I choose wood for grain character and stability, then let the pattern lead the design instead of forcing it into a template. Resin is layered when it needs to be—so you get depth, not flat color—and metal accents aren’t just decoration; they add balance, contrast, and strength. The final finish is picked for touch and longevity, so it feels good in your hand and holds up to real life.
Custom Work Starts With a Story, Not a Product List
Most of my best pieces start as a conversation: who it’s for, what it needs to do, what mood you want it to carry, and what details should be included (or kept subtle). From there, I map out shape, palette, materials, and any embedded elements so the “why” behind the piece stays clear. Even if you only have a feeling and not a full idea, that’s enough to begin.
Controlled Resin Pours and Color Decisions That Are Intentional
Resin can be loud, muddy, or unpredictable if you rush it. I focus on controlled pours, staged layering, and color choices that work with light—transparent, deep, or softly tinted depending on the piece. That’s how you get a river effect in a clock that feels calm, or a tumbler color blend that reads personal without looking like a logo.
Finishing Work You Can Feel (and Trust)
The last stretch matters: proper cure time, sanding through multiple grits, polishing for clarity, and softening edges so the piece feels right in use. I do a final check for durability and comfort—especially with tumblers and jewelry—because the goal isn’t for it to sit on a shelf. It’s for it to belong in someone’s daily routine.
What I Make
I make pieces that are meant to be used, not just admired. Wood grain, resin depth, and metal accents all bring something different to the table—and I like letting those materials do what they naturally want to do. Every item is built with the same goal: it should feel good in your hand, look at home in your space, and carry a little meaning without needing to explain itself.
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Wood & Resin Tumblers
These are insulated tumblers dressed up with like wood and resin work—layered pours for depth, controlled color movement, and occasional metallic accents when they fit the story. I focus on comfort (smooth edges, balanced weight) and durability (finishes that protect without hiding the materials). The idea is simple: a daily-use object that feels personal every time you pick it up.
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Resin, Wood & Metal Jewelry
Lightweight earrings, pendants, keychains, and small wearable pieces with clean shapes and careful finishing. I like resin for the way it holds light, wood for its quiet character, and metal for structure and contrast. Each piece is made to be worn often—comfortable, balanced, and intentionally not “cookie-cutter.”
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Wall Clocks & Statement Home Pieces
Functional home décor—especially clocks—that’s meant to anchor a room without taking it over. I build these with layered wood, resin “rivers” and pours, and metal details for clarity and strength. They’re made for people who want their space to feel lived-in and meaningful, not staged.
What makes the work different
I make pieces that you’ll actually use—tumblers, jewelry, clocks, and small home goods—built from wood, resin, and metal. Every item starts with a story and ends as something functional that feels personal, not mass-produced.
Made around your story, not a template
Before I make anything, I ask a few simple questions: who it’s for, what it’s meant to hold (a memory, a milestone, a daily routine), and what you want it to feel like. Then I translate that into shape, color, and material—sometimes with subtle inclusions or symbolic details, always with intention.
Materials with personality (kept honest)
Wood grain shows where it came from. Resin catches light and depth like water. Metal adds structure and contrast. I don’t try to iron those qualities out—I design with them, so the final piece feels real, tactile, and a little bit alive in your hands.
Patience-driven process and clean finishing
Good resin work can’t be rushed. I build in stages when needed, let things cure properly, then sand and polish through multiple grits for clarity and a smooth feel. The goal is a finish that protects the piece without hiding what makes it beautiful.
Pieces with a Story
Here are a few projects that show how I work—starting with a feeling or a memory, then letting the wood grain, resin depth, and metal details guide the final piece. Everything you see is made to be used, lived with, and quietly loved.
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Riverlight Wall Clock
A large wall clock built around a natural split in the wood, with a deep resin “river” running through the center. I layered the resin for depth (not flat color), then finished it smooth and clear so the light moves through it like water. The metal hands were chosen for clean contrast and easy reading—calm, grounded, and made to anchor a room.
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Milestone Keepsake Tumbler
A custom graduation tumbler inspired by school colors, but kept subtle—more personal signature than loud branding. I used controlled color pours with a few metallic touches, then polished and sealed everything for durability and everyday comfort in the hand. It’s meant to be a daily companion, not something that sits on a shelf.
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Quiet Bloom Jewelry Set
A matching earring and pendant set made for everyday wear, with a private kind of meaning. The resin is transparent with soft tones that shift in the light, paired with simple metal findings so it stays lightweight and balanced. Finished carefully so the edges feel smooth and the piece looks refined up close.
FAQ
Here are the questions I get most often. If you don’t see yours here, send me a quick note—custom work is a conversation, and I’m always happy to talk through what you’re imagining.
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How does a custom commission work?
It starts with a message and a bit of story-gathering—who it’s for, what it should feel like, colors you’re drawn to, and how it’ll be used. Then I’ll suggest a clear direction (shape, materials, palette, any meaningful details). Once we agree on the plan, I build it in stages: prep, pour/build, cure time, then sanding/polishing and a final quality check before it heads out.
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Do I need a fully formed idea before I reach out?
Not at all. You can come in with a sketch, a photo, a color vibe, or just a feeling you want the piece to carry. I offer a no-pressure design consult to help you translate that into something that works in real materials—and in real life.
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Can you include meaningful items or “inclusions” in the resin?
Sometimes, yes. Small mementos, symbolic elements, or subtle motifs can be worked in when they make sense for the piece and won’t compromise durability or clarity. I’ll always be honest about what’s possible (and what won’t age well) so the final piece stays refined and usable.
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Will my piece look exactly like the photos I’ve seen?
It’ll be in the same design language, but it won’t be identical—and that’s the point. Real wood grain varies, resin moves in its own way, and I mix pours by hand. I don’t chase perfect sameness; I aim for a piece that feels like it belongs to you, not a copy from an assembly line.
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How long will my custom piece take?
Custom work takes time because resin needs proper cure time and the finish happens in careful steps (sanding through multiple grits, polishing, protective coats). Timelines depend on the project and my current queue, but I’ll give you an honest estimate up front and keep you posted if anything shifts.
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How do I care for wood, resin, and mixed-material pieces?
Treat them like the functional art they are: avoid extreme heat, long soaks, and harsh chemicals. Wipe clean with a soft cloth and mild soap when needed. For tumblers and wearable pieces, I design for durability, but a little everyday care helps keep the finish clear, smooth, and true to the materials over time.
Tell me what you want it to mean—I’ll turn it into something you can use every day.
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