Born of The Ancients
Founded by Marie Tengren-Knight, Blackbird & Sage began with a fascination for transformation — how metal could bloom around crystal through electricity and time. That moment of creation became a calling. Today, every piece is made in the spirit of that same magic: honoring the process, the imperfection, and the power that emerges when earth and energy meet.
Each talisman carries the charge of its making. The fire that shapes it. The current that flows through it. The story that lingers in its patina. This is the kind of beauty that’s felt before it’s seen.
For the Woman Who Owns Her Magic
You don’t wear Blackbird & Sage to complete an outfit. You wear it to claim your energy.
Our pieces are crafted to help you feel grounded, clear, and untouchably powerful — reminders that your strength doesn’t come from what you add, but from what you already are. Copper conducts. Crystal amplifies. You are the current.
Each talisman is an ally in your daily ritual of presence, purpose, and reclamation.
The Maker
I’m Marie, artist and founder of Blackbird & Sage. My practice is rooted in transformation — the way raw elements become refined through patience and heat. My work celebrates strength in form and energy in motion.
Every collection is an invitation to reconnect with the element of self: the woman who knows what she carries and isn’t afraid to shine with it.
Thank you for being part of this quiet, powerful alchemy.
ROOTED IN HONESTY
Integrity is the foundation of our work. Every design, every crystal, and every flame of the torch is part of an honest process rooted in respect for the Earth and for you. When you wear Blackbird & Sage, you can trust that your jewelry was made with transparency, care, and purpose.
Stone Sourcing & Variations
We select natural stones for their character—color banding, inclusions, and shape variations are normal and part of the magic. No two pieces are identical. We photograph representative stones and note if a listing is one-of-a-kind.
On request, we can send selection photos before we set your stone.
Handmade Process
Each piece is handcrafted in small batches in Santa Fe, NM. Electroforming builds a copper shell around organic textures; our silversmithing and bronze work are fabricated by hand—sawn, soldered, filed, and finished in-house.
Small tool marks may be visible and are a hallmark of handmade quality.
Lead Times & Shipping
Ready-to-ship pieces leave in 1–3 business days. Made-to-order pieces typically ship in 5–7 business days (we’ll note exceptions on the product page).
You’ll see an estimated delivery date at checkout.
Allergies, Coatings & Wear
All ear wires and posts are nickel-free. Copper and bronze may develop a natural patina; we apply a protective seal where appropriate, but patina change over time is expected with wear. If you are highly sensitive, choose sterling or gold-fill options when available.
Care & Repairs
Remove jewelry before showering, swimming, heavy exercise, or applying lotions. Store pieces dry and separate. Use a soft cloth (no dips) on silver or gold-fill; avoid abrasive polishing on patinated copper.
We offer repairs and re-sealing/patina refresh—just reach out with a photo.
Sustainability & Packaging
We keep waste low with small-batch production, reuse clean packing materials when possible, and ship in recyclable packaging. Our gift boxes are paper-based and ready to recycle or reuse.
Returns & Exchanges
We accept returns/exchanges within 30 days on unworn items (custom/personalized pieces may be excluded—see product page details). Start a return via your order confirmation or contact us for help.
Last updated: November 30, 2025