Getting to Know Me ...

"Moment of Refuge" Brooch Sterling silver, polymer clay

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My love affair with jewelry began when I was a child. Whenever I visited my grandparents, I would pull a beat-up white box full of tiny shells and sparkly gems out of their kitchen hutch as soon as I arrived; those treasures were just for me! Using a round piece of plastic cut from a lidded container as my base, I glued those beautiful bits and a pin back in place, and proudly wore my creation. That early exploration of creating something from nothing and working with my hands laid the foundation for my desire to create jewelry that gives value to the tiny and overlooked details in your life.

In addition to being an award-winning jewelry designer (I even have an Oscar-like trophy!), I have an extensive exhibition record and my work has been featured in multiple books and publications. I hold an MFA in Metalsmithing, and, because I’m like you and constantly push myself to try new things, I’m also a writer. After a brief stint as a Gallery Assistant and a liquor-store clerk, I moved to Wisconsin and joined the staff of Art Jewelry magazine as the Associate Editor. When that adventure came to a close, I jumped head-first into growing my business and doing everything I could to combine my passion for jewelry with my desire to make a difference in my customers’ lives. And, I made some fabulous jewelry along the way.
 
That’s where you come in. Do you prefer “wow” pieces; large, mixed-material brooches and necklaces that scream out and invite conversation? Or, do you prefer more subtle and elegant—but still a bit funky—designs? Maybe you love it all! Take a look around, and let my jewelry inspire you be your best you!

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