Alison Wahl is the designer and creative force behind Stellar Jewels, a line inspired by her lifelong fascination with the stars and the beauty of the night sky. “The night sky is a thing of beauty,” Alison says. “I create my jewelry with the love, passion, and miracles I see in the sky. Stellar also means ‘the best’—and that is what I strive for: my best work, to wear and to share.” Originally from upstate New York, Alison studied Theater Arts and Communications at Ithaca College before moving to Los Angeles, where she pursued a career in acting and art. She later worked as an elementary school teacher and personal fitness trainer, but her creative spirit led her back to design. In 2000, she founded Stellar Jewels, combining her love of artistry and nature into a full-time jewelry career. Now based in Maui, Hawaii, Alison handcrafts every piece in her studio using sterling silver, bronze, steel, and mixed metals, accented with semi-precious stones such as topaz, pearl, moonstone, amethyst, and larimar. She also incorporates natural materials like shells, bone carvings from Indonesia, and leather to create distinctive, limited-edition designs for both women and men.For more than 23 years, Stellar Jewels has reflected Alison’s belief that jewelry should embody creativity, joy, and connection. “Stellar literally means ‘pertaining to the stars,’” she says. “In Hawaiian, No Ka ‘Oi means ‘the best.’ That’s what I strive for—my best work, made with heart.”