For your right to be curious.

Donate

Play Live Radio

Next Up:

0:00

0:00 0:00

Available On Air Stations

Build a transformational philanthropy program for this trusted NPR affiliate.
Seeking a 100% major gift fundraiser passionate about public media to develop relationships with people who support an informed and civil central Illinois.
Hire will have community visibility, many prospects, and professional resources.
Interviews in progress, open until filled. Apply now.

Community Voices

Rachel Thomas creates keepsake jewelry to remember special moments and those who have passed | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Beatrice Bonner

Published February 8, 2023 at 4:46 PM CST

Rachel Thomas is a fourth-generation jeweler and owner of Rachel Lauer Thomas Jewelry. She spoke to Community Voices about how she takes personal items like breastmilk, ashes, flowers and hair, and turns them into keepsake jewelry.