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...]
What happens to the Scrap Silver?
Creating Designs using metal components does tend to generate some waste. Jewelry needs to be shaped and finished properly. this means the tiny (or larger) non essential components are cut or sawed off.I was taught early on that these scraps should NOT be thrown out, but rather saved.There is a Refinery where the silver or gold scraps can be sent. there they are weighed, … [Read more...]
Sacred Spiral Designs
One of my original Collections is still a strong part of my line. The SACRED SPIRAL story is near and dear to me. I strive to live my life employing it's principals. Sacred Spiral Collection; Because Kindness Matters Each design is created by me in my Arizona Studio. The Spiral is an ancient symbol representing growth and evolution. It has been found in cave carvings, … [Read more...]
Passionate about Purple
This vibrant color makes us feel luxurious and rich! Purple combines the energy of red and the calmness of blue. It is furthermore associated with spirituality and the higher self. Purple’s elite status stems from the rarity and cost of the dye originally used to produce it. Historically purple is considered the color of royalty. Purple was expensive and as a result only the … [Read more...]
