How Catalyst Design Came To Be
I started competing in Combined Driving and Carriage Driving in 1997. I went all in and was competing in Advanced Level (now called FEI) in a few months with my trusty Morgan Zipper and my then boyfriend (now husband) Fran Doto on the back step.
At the big shows there were often vendors selling carriage driving accessories and wares. Among the items for sale was jewelry, mostly inaccurate portrayals of driving and driving appointments. I wanted to buy something but was frustrated by the quality and lack of authenticity. With an art background which has been superseded by my horse addiction, I knew I could do better. And I had horse bills to pay.
I made and sold jewelry for about 6 years, then other activities got in the way and I packed up my remaining inventory for a break. After a move back to Pennsylvania, and new drivers that had not seen my jewelry before, I unpacked my jewelry, have new items in production, and have started this Etsy store.
All items have a 100% satisfaction guarantee, if you are not happy with your purchase, return it for a full refund.
I wear my jewelry every day and it is quality made.