“I wear cork all the time, with my suits or with jeans. I love that it’s super lightweight, and you can wear it with anything!”
– Patricia Matty, owner
Designs By PMM is a raw cork jewelry collection that’s inspired by nature and is very versatile – perfect for formal occasions and for everyday wear! Patricia Matty has always had a passion for working with people and working with her hands. She loves the social interaction and finds the work rewarding and relaxing. She became an entrepreneur when her twelve-year-old son wanted to learn how to run a business. They started out by making and selling candles on Etsy and at craft fairs, where Michelle came across cork jewelry. She quickly fell in love with the joy of unwinding by making handcrafted raw cork jewelry and founded Designs By PMM. Her collection has since expanded to include luxury bags.
All of Designs By PMM’s items are carefully handmade with lightweight cork imported from Portugal. Cork is a very unique, stylish, and environmentally-friendly material. No two pieces are exactly the same, and Patricia takes pride in adding a personal touch to each piece.
The cork harvesting process is sustainable and doesn’t produce waste or harm the tree. Cork trees are stripped of their bark every nine years, enhancing their ability to absorb carbon dioxide. The trees are not cut down, and their bark regenerates. Cork is also water-resistant, flame-retardant, and hypoallergenic. Its durability and light weight make it comfortable to wear all day.