Former book editor, Janet Hill Talbert has taken her love of words and turned it into scripture to create her inspirational line of jewelry, On This Rock, NYC. "The collection centers around cuffs that I like to think of as Wonder Woman bracelets that empower with the strength of the 23rd Psalm, one of the most beloved scriptures in the Bible,'' explains Hill Talbert. The woman responsible for the late E. Lynn Harris' ten year success, chose to walk away from her cushiony corporate job in order to pursue a career in jewelry making. Hill Talbert studied her craft at New York City's Jewelery Arts Institute and received training from the Bianca Lopez Studio.

Ranging in price from $50 to $450, On This Rock, NYC handcrafted jewelry is made with love in the USA using sterling silver, gold plated brass, beach stones and accented with dancing coin pearls. Many of the pieces are made in wax first and then cast. The cornerstone of the collection is the Five Smooth Stones Necklace that sells for $75.00. "The story of David and Goliath is one of my favorites. David actually had five smooth stones in a pouch and he used one to knock out Goliath. Wear this necklace as a symbol of courage,'' suggests Hill Talbert. For more inspiration or to purchase pieces from the collections, visit Hill Talbert's new website.

23rd Psalm Cuff: Gold plated brass. ( $250.00, onthisrocknyc.com)

Grace and Peace Necklace: Sterling silver. ($50.00, onthisrocknyc.com)

The Five Smooth Stones Necklace: ($75, onthisrocknyc.com)