There’s a reason why Jade Moran Jewelry consistently wins “Best Place to Buy Jewelry” by the Boston Phoenix and the Somerville Journal: Because it literally is the best place to buy creative, one-of-a-kind jewelry in the Boston region. Jade Moran’s space on Highland Avenue functions as both a working studio and an atypical storefront where she showcases her beautiful creations. Getting married? Jade Moran will collaborate with her loyal customer base to craft the perfect set of wedding bands. Also, Jade Moran Jewelry is the go-to place for the GLBT community now that gay marriage is legal in Massachusetts.

Ruchika Madan Tableware + Tiles is, in essence, a working storefront studio that serves as both a gallery and a showroom. Madan produces beautiful decorative and functional pottery and custom tile in her space on Highland Avenue in Somerville. All of Madan’s pieces are made from white stoneware or porcelain clay that’s accented with colored slips and underglazes that incorporate wood-block prints, textile designs and architecture. Here’s your chance to own a functional piece of art at a reasonable price.