Rhodochrosite was first discovered by the Inca's. They believed that this gem was actually the blood of ancient rulers. Pretty cool! This gem is found primarily in Argentina and Colorado. So it is somewhat rare. In fact certain Indian tribes considered it more precious than gold! This rich pink gemstone will feature white bands as shown in this pendant. Want to find out … [Read more...]
What’s on the Bench Right Now
Here are a few of the new designs that are currently in progress. Isn't is fun to see the process behind the finished product? At any given time I have 5 -10 projects in the works. Watching the design morph from concept to a piece of wearable art is really an adventure. Right now I am playing around with a couple of the new gems I purchased last month. Solar quartz is the … [Read more...]
Inside the mind of a jewelry designer.
Do you ever wonder how a designer's mind works? Or are you too scared to find out? (just kidding) Much of my life was spent in corporate America. As a result, when I started designing jewelry I noticed a shift in the way I approached this new career. It felt (and still does) like my mind is engulfed with ideas, possibilities and yes new designs. Many nights while attempting to … [Read more...]
Almost Ready for Prime Time Jewelry
For the past several weeks I have been working on a new collection that features Steel and gold. This is a new process for me and I am still in the learning stages. Fusing 18 or 22k gold to steel creates a dramatic design and I am enamored with it. Every waking (and even some sleeping) moment is taken up with this new project. If I am not working on the pieces, I am imagining … [Read more...]
Plunging Headfirst into 2021
2020 is behind us now. I am SO GLAD to see it end. How about you? 2021 for me promises even more designing and learning. Creating and wearing rings is such a passion of mine. I love finding new ways to add drama to my designs. I want you to wear one of my designs knowing that it was creating from passion and love. Each design is one of a kind. These designs are created … [Read more...]
