A Guide to Jay Strongwater: Jeweled Treasures for Every Occasion

Jay Strongwater is the American atelier known for jewel-encrusted objets d'art: picture frames, Christmas ornaments, figurines, boxes and compacts that look more like jewelry than home decor. Each piece is designed in New York, hand-enameled and hand-set with crystals by skilled artisans, and passes through dozens of hands before it is finished. Whether you are starting a collection or looking for a gift that will be kept for years, here is our guide to Jay Strongwater and where to begin.

Paris Tableware & Gifts, a store in Ridgewood, New Jersey, carries Jay Strongwater frames, ornaments, figurines, boxes and compacts and ships them across the continental US, with free shipping on orders over $150.

What Makes a Jay Strongwater Piece

• Hand-enameled metal – the color on every piece is enamel applied by hand.
• Hand-set crystals – the sparkle comes from crystals set one by one.
• Many hands – each piece passes through dozens of artisans' hands before it is finished.
• Ready to give – Jay Strongwater pieces arrive beautifully boxed.

Jeweled Picture Frames

Frames are a favorite way to start with Jay Strongwater, and a natural gift for weddings, anniversaries and new babies. The jeweled border turns a favorite photo into the centerpiece of a table or desk. Browse all Jay Strongwater picture frames, or go straight to the Stone Edge and Bejeweled designs.

Jay Strongwater Laetitia Stone Edge 8" x 10" Frame, Gold

A large 8 x 10 jeweled frame for a wedding portrait or family photo, in hand-enameled metal with a hand-set crystal edge – a frame for the photo you'll want everyone to see.

Jay Strongwater Theo Bejeweled 8" x 10" Frame, Bouquet

From the Bejeweled designs, an 8 x 10 frame in the Bouquet colorway. The same frame also comes in Oceana and Baby Blue.

Jay Strongwater Lavinia 4" x 6" Frame, Opal

A 4 x 6 frame sized for a desk or nightstand. Lavinia also comes in Pale Pink and Deep Emerald.

Jay Strongwater Leland Pavé Corner 2" Frame, Sapphire

A tiny 2-inch frame with pavé corners, for a single treasured snapshot. Also in Black and Amber Leopard.

Jay Strongwater Christmas Ornaments

Ornaments are a lovely way to begin a collection: one ornament a year, often a dated one, until the tree tells the family's story. See all Jay Strongwater ornaments, and for crystal ornaments from other houses, read our guide to crystal Christmas ornaments.

Jay Strongwater 2026 Annual Holiday Metal Ornament

The dated 2026 ornament – the easy choice for anyone who adds one Jay Strongwater ornament to the tree every year.

Jay Strongwater Mouse King Ornament

A jeweled Mouse King for families who love the Nutcracker at Christmas, hand-enameled and set with crystals.

Jay Strongwater Peacock Ornament Clip, Peacock

A peacock that clips onto a branch instead of hanging from it. It also comes in Bright Pink; see more in the Peacock collection.

Jay Strongwater Emerald Woodland Santa Ornament

A jeweled Santa in emerald tones – a classic to hang front and center on the tree.

Figurines and Objets

Jay Strongwater figurines – roses, butterflies, animals – are made to sit on a shelf or mantel and catch the light. Browse all Jay Strongwater figurines.

Jay Strongwater Rosie Rose Table Objet

A jeweled rose that never fades – a lovely anniversary or Valentine's gift. See the Rose collection for more.

Jay Strongwater Lea Medium Butterfly Figurine

A jeweled butterfly, one of Jay Strongwater's signature motifs – the Butterfly collection has frames, boxes and compacts to match.

Jay Strongwater Zar Majestic Lion with Flowers Figurine

A jeweled lion crowned with flowers, for a desk or bookshelf.

Jay Strongwater Echo Dragonfly Objet

A jeweled dragonfly objet – small, sparkling and easy to place anywhere.

Jeweled Boxes

A small jeweled box holds a ring, a pair of earrings or a folded note – and makes a beautiful gift on its own. Browse all Jay Strongwater boxes.

Jay Strongwater Rosalie Night Bloom Rose Box

A jeweled rose box from the Night Bloom designs – a keepsake box for the dresser.

Jay Strongwater 2026 Sugar Plum Fairy Annual Holiday Box

The dated 2026 holiday box, with the Sugar Plum Fairy – a natural partner for the 2026 ornament above.

Jay Strongwater Shi Foo Dog Box

A jeweled foo dog box. Pair it with the Yin Foo Dog Chinoiserie Box, for a matched set on a shelf.

Jay Strongwater Mira Majestic Lion Box

A jeweled lion box – it pairs well with the Zar lion figurine above.

Compacts

A jeweled compact is a gift she will carry every day. See all Jay Strongwater compacts and mirrors.

Jay Strongwater Jayla Butterfly Compact

A handheld compact mirror with a jeweled butterfly – small enough for an evening bag.

Jay Strongwater Monroe Lip Compact

A jeweled compact in the shape of a pair of lips – playful and glamorous. It also comes in Black & Red.

Jay Strongwater Elton John “E” Compact

A jeweled compact from the Jay Strongwater Elton John designs – for the music lover.

Vases and Home Accents

Jay Strongwater also makes larger pieces for the home – vases, clocks and candle holders. Browse Jay Strongwater vases, clocks and all Jay Strongwater home decor.

Jay Strongwater Nerina Tropical Shell Vase

A jeweled shell vase – see the Coastal designs for more pieces inspired by the sea.

Jay Strongwater Holland Leaf and Flower Vase, Provence

A jeweled leaf and flower vase in the Provence colorway, for a small bouquet on a side table.

Jay Strongwater Tara Orchid Clock, Flora

A jeweled orchid desk and shelf clock – a gift for a new office or a retirement.

Collecting Jay Strongwater by Motif

Many collectors follow one motif across frames, boxes and ornaments. Our Jay Strongwater pages are grouped the same way:

• Butterfly and Rose – the classic floral and garden designs
• Peacock and Birds
• Safari and Tiger
• Delft Garden – blue and white
• Heart and Love – for anniversaries and Valentine's Day
• Opal and Ruby – collected by color

Which Piece for Which Occasion?

• Wedding or anniversary: an 8 x 10 jeweled frame for the portrait. More ideas in our anniversary gifts by year and engagement gift guides.
• New baby: the 2026 Annual Baby Ornament – see our new baby gift guide.
• Christmas: a dated 2026 ornament or the 2026 holiday box.
• Just because: a jeweled compact, a rose objet or a small box.

Save your favorites: open any piece and tap the ♡ to add it to your Wishlist, then share the list with whoever is shopping for you this holiday season.