Hingham, where she and husband, Bud Picardi, immediately went to work customizing the interior to display an exclusive collection of fashionable jewelry and accessories from around the world.

Johannah’s was established in 2003 and bears the namesake of Kathleen’s grandmother, a woman whose penchant for shimmering gemstones, peacock-feathered hats, and beaded handbags left a lasting impression on her. Today the boutique is a bright jewel in the newly renovated Hingham Square landscape and a mecca for those drawn to distinctive, handcrafted, designer jewelry and fashion accessories.