S H E L T O N M E T A L
Inside the world of Shelton Metal
Explore sculptural jewelry and homeware inspired by the sea, travel, and the treasures we collect. From engagement rings and reimagined heirlooms to distinctive pieces for the table, discover objects made to be worn, used, and passed on for generations.
The Art of Gathering
Our Sea Spreader Set brings sculptural charm to fall gatherings, perfect for butter, seasonal jams, and your next charcuterie board. Serve more autumn treasures with our Shell Serving Spoons, personal favorites and among our top sellers, made for sharing autumn salads, roasted vegetables, and cherished family recipes. Our Shell Oyster Knife, recently featured in Architectural Digest, brings a little seaside artistry to your next oyster gathering. From an intimate supper to a table full of friends, these are pieces made to be used, admired, and passed around.
'tis the (oyster) season
Shell Serving Spoon
Shaped by sea & hand. Designed to move fluidly through the table from shared dishes to quiet, individual moments. It functions as both utensil and object.
Shell Oyster Knife
This tool was "Washed Ashore" as the perfect mix of art & functionality. Featured in Architectural Digest.
Let’s Design Your Dream Treasure
From engagement rings and wedding bands to reimagined heirlooms, create a piece that tells your story.
Meet the Designer
A love of the sea, travel, and the nostalgia of heirlooms runs through the work of Colby Byrd, founder and designer of Shelton Metal. Drawing on a lifelong background in art, design, and metalsmithing, Colby brings sculptural detail and a playful sensibility to objects made to be worn, used, and treasured. After studying in Italy, he returned to the States and founded Shelton Metal over 13 years ago, beginning with jewelry. Today, his designs extend to the home, bringing that same sense of adornment to the table. Get to know the man behind the metal and the inspirations that shape his collections.
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Stories of Treasures
East Fork x Shelton Metal: The Helix Collection
Nearly a year in the making, The Helix Collection brings Shelton Metal’s sculptural metalwork to East Fork’s table. Discover the inspiration behind our exclusive collaboration, featuring serving spoons and cheese tools inspired by spirals in nature and architecture.
Oysters, Bubbly, & Treasures
A new season, a few local favorites, and something worth raising a glass to. On Friday, October 9th, we’re opening the doors of the Shelton Metal Showroom in Downtown Wilmington for Oysters, Bubbly & Treasures, a gathering to welcome fall and celebrate our Shell Oyster Knife being featured in Architectural Digest. As a designer, seeing something you’ve created find its way into the pages of a publication you admire is a special feeling. Our Shell Oyster Knife brings together sculptural detail and the simple ritual of sharing oysters around a table. I couldn’t think of a more fitting way to celebrate than to bring that story to life here at the showroom, surrounded by our community. We’re bringing together a few local favorites to help us do just that. N.Sea Oyster Co will join us with an oyster raw bar tasting, Market House will provide the bubbly, and CURTISS will set the mood with house music. Come explore the collection, see the Shell Oyster Knife in person, and discover a new treasure for yourself or someone you love. There’s something special about experiencing these pieces firsthand, picking them up, noticing their details, and imagining the gatherings they might become part of. Whether you’ve been part of the Shelton Metal story for years or this will be your first visit, I’d love to welcome you. Thank you for supporting the work and giving us so much to celebrate. Friday, October 9, 2026Shelton Metal Showroom · Downtown Wilmington, NC Please RSVP through our Facebook event by October 7th. See you at the showroom,Colby
