Welcome in my newest designs from the Dare to Dream Collection. I create each of these designs by fusing sterling silver components to a sterling (or copper) backing. AS a result and due to the nature of the process. Every pair is One of A Kind! I love displaying these earrings against an Arizona backdrop because it creates the exact feel I was aiming for when I created … [Read more...]
Arizona… and jewelry LOVE
Yes I love Arizona almost as much as I love to design jewelry. I moved to this awe inspiring state almost 30 years ago. I haven't regretted it for even one moment. Yes we have the scorching hot weather in the summer. Yet the trade off is NO MORE SNOW AND ICE! Plus if I decide to escape the heat, we are only 3 hours from Flagstaff (which does get snow in the winter) and only an … [Read more...]
Here we go a Bezeling…
Yes it's true. I am addicted to jewelry design. Moreover I consider this a good thing! One of the processes I use a lot is called bezeling. Basically this means putting a rim around my gemstone so it stays in place. However for me it is much more than this. Of course I like the security it provides for the gemstones. But mostly I adore the options it gives me to add some pizazz … [Read more...]