Meet Peyton Rabbitt, the artist behind Feral Rabbitt.
With a background in art history and interior design she blends influences of folk art, sculpture, symbolism, and personal sentiment into every piece she creates.
What began as a self-taught exploration into metalsmithing in 2014 evolved into devotion; by 2025, she chose to pursue it wholeheartedly.
- What is the story behind the name of your collection?
In college, my friend Riley and I played with the idea that we would start an interior design firm. She combined our last names (Farenbach and Rabbitt) and came up with "Feral Rabbitt". While that idea was welcome and beloved, we ended up in different career paths. When I started my jewelry line she was the biggest supporter and was very happy for me to run with "Feral Rabbitt". It was just too good!
. - What is your favorite technique or process in jewelry making?
I’ve been really enjoying stone setting. It’s very challenging and requires so much skill and precision. My brain loves it and it’s teaching me to take my time.
- What is inspiring you right now?
Right now I’m inspired by cinema and videography. I have been exploring the ways in which I can combine jewelry and storytelling through film and media.
- What’s the best piece of advice you were given as an artist?
To not wait for things to be “perfect” and to just get my work out there! (Thank you Lindsay)
- What are your favorite pieces from your personal collection?
I love my inverted gray diamond stud from Adeline Jewelry! It’s so eye catching and I never take it out of my ear. I also love my “FR” signet from the Aster vintage case. It was meant to be!
- What’s currently on your studio playlist?
Depending on the mood, it’s a wild swing from soft folk to dance. I’ve been enjoying Alela Diane, Ora Cogan, Boy Harsher and Geneva Jacuzzi.
- What’s something you do for self-care?
Movement has been a game changer for me. Whether it’s line dancing or simply walking in my neighborhood to get a coffee. It’s easy to stay at the bench for long periods of time so it’s important to take breaks and get out and about.
- Who’s another artist (jeweler or otherwise) that you admire, and why?
I’m a fan of Danica Stamenic. I love that she goes big and solid- she plays with scale and the weight of metal in really beautiful ways. It feels so good to hold her pieces.
- Do you ever consider other career paths? In a parallel universe, what would you be doing if not making jewelry?
I would be a nail artist for sure. I love adornment and it’s just like jewelry in the sense that it can be a way to express yourself and style your hands.
- Do you have any pets?
I have a cat named Leo! He can be mean but I see his sweet side and he’s still my number one guy.
