Made in Mariposa
Local Art
The Approach is the brick-and-mortar home for two local art lines—handcrafted jewelry and wearable batik art, both inspired by Yosemite and created right here in Mariposa County.
Precious Metal Designs
Mostly Sweet Jewelry
LothLorien has been creating Yosemite-inspired jewelry in Mariposa County since 2009. Each piece is handcrafted locally using sterling silver, copper, and 14k gold—some sculpted from metal clays, others cold forged with hammers, anvil, and torch.
Her designs capture the spirit of the Sierra, from delicate Half Dome pendants to intricate wildlife pieces.
- Earrings, necklaces & rings
- Sterling silver & 14k gold
- Metal clay & cold forged
Wearable Art
Yosemite Batiks
Hand-dyed batik fabric art featuring iconic Yosemite landmarks and Sierra Nevada wildlife. Each piece is created using traditional wax-resist dyeing techniques, making every item unique.
From Half Dome silhouettes to adorable pikas, these wearable pieces let you take a bit of Yosemite home with you—or wear it on your next adventure.
- Shirts
- Wall hangings
- One-of-a-kind designs
Meet the Artist
LothLorien is a former Yosemite Valley School teacher who first came to the Sierra as a teenager through Yosemite Institute. She's been creating Yosemite-inspired art ever since, drawing on decades of hiking, camping, and exploring the park she calls home.
All jewelry and batiks are available in the shop. Stop by to see the full collection and meet the artist.
See the Collection
Visit the shop to see the full selection of jewelry and batiks, or browse online at Mostly Sweet.