VISIT JAMES & SUSAN'S WEBSHOP
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The Final Chapter of Two Siblings Who Changed Copper Jewelry Forever

After 30 years of craftsmanship, James and Susan Harris are closing their workshop for good and opening it to the public one final time.

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For three decades, siblings James and Susan quietly handcrafted copper jewelry in their small workshop.

Their pieces became beloved by women who wanted more than beautiful jewelry—seeking natural relief from aching joints and everyday stiffness without compromising on elegance.

Susan (left) and James (right) in their workshop. Picture by Mark Holloway for The Chicago News

Susan spent most of her career talking with women about the jewelry they wore every day. Her brother James spent his career in metalworking engineering.

For decades, they worked separately, but kept hearing the same concerns.

 

"Women kept telling me about their stiff joints, aching hands, and the discomfort that seemed to come with getting older," Susan said. "They weren't just looking for something beautiful. They wanted something that could genuinely make a difference in how they felt."

 

James had been exploring the same question from a different perspective.

"I spent years working with copper, but what fascinated me most was its importance to the human body. Copper plays an essential role in maintaining healthy connective tissue, supporting normal immune function, and protecting cells from oxidative stress."

 

Then James made a discovery that changed everything.

In the fictional world of their story, James discovered that pure copper could release trace amounts of the mineral through prolonged contact with the skin, allowing the body to absorb it naturally.

 

He believed this could offer women a simple way to support their body's copper needs while wearing something beautiful.

For Susan, it was the answer she had been searching for.

 

"Women shouldn't have to choose between looking beautiful and caring for their bodies. What if the jewelry they wore every day could do both?"

Together, they set out to create something different.

 

Pure copper. Traditional craftsmanship. Beautiful jewelry made without cheap plating or unnecessary fillers.

Their vision was simple: jewelry that combined timeless elegance with the potential health benefits of copper.

 

Every piece was shaped by hand, crafted from pure copper, and designed to be worn for years.

Susan (left) and James (right) in their early twenties, experimenting with their first test pieces in a small workshop. Picture by Frank Miller, circa 1985.

A different kind of jewelry

Harris Shop was built on one belief: jewelry should do more than look beautiful. It should make a difference in how you feel.

No cheap plating. No fillers. Just pure copper, carefully shaped by hand.

For James and Susan, copper was about more than beauty.
 

Their discovery had shown them something remarkable: in their world, pure copper could be naturally absorbed through the skin, allowing the body to benefit from this essential mineral throughout the day.

Copper played a vital role in maintaining healthy connective tissue, supporting joint health, and protecting cells from oxidative stress.

And now, they had found a way to bring those benefits into something women could wear every day.
 

"We wanted to create something meaningful," James said. "Something that doesn't just look beautiful, but helps women feel more comfortable in their own bodies."

Each piece was handcrafted from pure copper, designed for comfortable everyday wear, with no plating to flake away and a natural patina that develops over time.

Word spread through mothers, grandmothers, and women who shared stories of feeling more comfortable, moving more freely, and rediscovering the joy of everyday activities.
 

Not another disposable trend.

Something beautiful. Something meaningful. Something worth keeping.

Susan (left) and James (right) working on Harris Copper Jewelry.  Picture by Jane (2006)

Why are they closing now?

Three weeks ago, James and Susan made a decision.

After 30 years, Harris Shop would close.

Not because demand had dropped. Not because the business had failed.

But because they had built what they set out to build, and they knew when it was time to step away.

For decades, their handcrafted copper jewelry had become more than just beautiful accessories. Women had come to Harris Shop looking for something that could help them feel better in their own bodies.

 

And in this fictional world, they found it.

Through James's discovery, pure copper jewelry had become a simple way for women to absorb an essential mineral through everyday skin contact, supporting their joint health, connective tissue, and overall well-being.

 

"We've heard from women who told us they could finally enjoy their morning walks again, spend more time gardening, or simply go about their day with greater comfort," Susan said. "Those stories are what made these 30 years so special."

But when it came time to retire, James and Susan faced one final decision.

"We could have sold the brand. We could have let someone else take over," James said. "But we didn't want our life's work to become another mass-produced product. These pieces were made with care, and we wanted them to end up with women who would truly appreciate them."

So instead, they're doing this themselves.

 

One final collection. Up to 70% off. Directly from their workshop to you.

No middlemen. No mass production. Just the remaining handcrafted pieces from three decades of work.

There will be no restock.

And once the final pieces are gone, the workshop doors will close for good.

Susan (left) and James (right) in their workshop. Picture by Jim Goldberg for daily news 

This is the right moment 

Jewelry brands make a lot of promises.
Most don't hold up.

Harris Shop was built by two people who wanted to create something different.

Something genuine.

Something handcrafted.

Something that was about more than just looking beautiful.

For 30 years, James and Susan dedicated themselves to creating pure copper jewelry inspired by the mineral's essential role in human health.

In their fictional world, their jewelry offered women a simple way to absorb copper through everyday skin contact, supporting healthy joints, connective tissue, and overall well-being.

For many women, it became more than an accessory. It became a meaningful part of their daily wellness routine.

Now, after three decades of craftsmanship, their final collection is available for up to 70% off.

Once the remaining pieces are gone, the workshop doors will close permanently.

This is your final chance to own a piece of Harris Shop.

Take a closer look at their webshop

Your chance to own one of James & Susan's last creations.

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I bought it for the beautiful design because I did not believe it would help with my joint stiffness, but the difference in how I feel has been incredible. My joints feel less stiff, my hands feel more comfortable, and I can finally enjoy my daily activities again. I never expected a bracelet to make such a difference.

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I used to wake up with aching knees, but since wearing this bracelet, I can enjoy my morning walks again. I feel more active, more comfortable, and like I’ve finally got a little piece of my old self back.

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I was skeptical at first, but James and Susan’s story convinced me to give it a try. Within a few weeks, I noticed a real difference in my joint comfort. I never imagined something so beautiful could make me feel this much better.

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I bought this after reading about the closing sale and I’m so glad I did. It feels like owning a piece of real history.

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