Timeless Artistry, Rooted in Heritage
My jewelry designs are a tribute to my Greek heritage. I am inspired by the classic aesthetic of ancient Greece and designs that have already stood the test of time and are meant to be worn for years to come. Every piece I create is crafted with a focus on longevity, ensuring it remains as elegant tomorrow as it is today.
I was fortunate enough to visit Greece at the tender age of 15 and was fascinated with the beauty of the high karat gold and intricate Greek patterns and designs. At that time gold in Greece was so reasonably priced, I was able to bring all of my close friends gifts of turquoise scarab rings and wonderful filigree gold bracelets.
I became serious about jewelry making and design over 25 years ago when I was still working full time as a teacher. It was then that I began selling my pieces and working on my Etsy shop. It was a slow learning process for me, but designing, creating, and photographing my jewelry soon began to fill my days and sometimes nights.
Everything in my shop is made by me alone in my small studio space at home. I take great pleasure and pride in my designs and prefer to use the best quality gemstones, pearls, Murano glass, gold-filled, and sterling silver materials. My gemstones came directly from India, and my pearls are purchased from China through a number of trusted sources. I have purchased Murano glass both in Murano, Italy, and through trusted sources in the states. I also love to use vintage buttons to make unique earrings and necklaces. Jewelry for the hair has become my latest passion.
While the cost of raw materials like gold and silver has quadrupled in just the last year, I believe beautiful jewelry should remain accessible. I have made the conscious decision to maintain my pre-2019 pricing across the collection, offering you the same exceptional value from years ago despite today's rising market costs.
Please visit my new website here:
http://www.elektrajewelry.com