Jewelry with Meaning & Soul
Handcrafted in North Carolina · Worn Everywhere
Founded by Candice Yagmin in 2012, CY Design Studio creates handcrafted jewelry designed to celebrate individuality, connection, and the stories we carry.
From meaningful charms and birthstone keepsakes to colorful gemstones and one-of-a-kind designs, each piece is thoughtfully created in my Raleigh, North Carolina studio using materials such as sterling silver, 14k gold-filled metals, gemstones, crystals, and artisan components.
I make jewelry for real life, the pieces you reach for every morning, give to someone you love, and keep because they remind you of something that matters.
✨ Seen on TV & Loved Nationwide
CY Design Studio pieces have been featured on The Vampire Diaries, Jane the Virgin, Fuller House, and included in celebrity gifting suites for the Golden Globes and MTV Movie Awards.
From casual jeans to your favorite LBD, our jewelry is designed for real life—stackable, giftable, and made to be cherished.
How It’s All Made – Step by Step, By Hand
The Spark: Inspiration can strike anywhere—from a morning walk through the garden to a passing conversation. I start with an idea and let it simmer, sketching and refining until it feels just right.
The Materials: I only use metals and stones I’d be proud to wear myself. Think 14k gold-filled wire, sterling silver, and carefully chosen gemstones. I love working with materials that are beautiful but also built to last.
The Making: This is where the magic happens. In my sunlit studio, I cut, file, shape, hammer, and polish each piece by hand. It’s quiet work. Focused work. The kind that makes you slow down and pour a little love into every detail.
The Final Touch: Every piece goes through a final quality check (and a little happy dance) before it’s wrapped up and sent on its way to you. I want you to open your package and feel the care that went into it.
Meet the Maker – Candice Yagmin
Candice is a self-taught jewelry designer, storyteller, and former dog rescue founder. Her journey began as a creative escape and blossomed into a thriving business with heart. She believes that jewelry isn’t just an accessory—it’s a reflection of who you are and what matters most.
Through her K9 Keepsake line, she continues to support no-kill shelters, donating a portion of proceeds in honor of the pups who inspired her.
💛 “Jewelry should mean something. That’s why I make every piece with soul.”
– Candice
Apparently, One Business Wasn't Enough...
My love of making and growing things has branched into a couple of other adventures, too.
🌱 Raleigh Seed Co.
Our family-run North Carolina seed and garden business grew from my love of gardening into heirloom seeds, grow kits, and plenty of dirt under our fingernails.
🛍️ USA Handmade
I also founded USA Handmade, a marketplace dedicated to helping shoppers discover products made by independent American makers and small businesses.
CY Design Studio will always be my original creative home—and the place where you'll find me at my workbench making the next piece.