From a young age, jewelry has always intrigued me as it is so beautiful! It made me wonder, how could it be made? Then, one day, it came to me - by attending a local bead show. As I entered into the ballroom of the local bead show, all the beads, gemstones and findings mesmerized me. The next class was about to begin....it was....how to wire wrap. I signed up for the class, learned how to bend the wire into loops and wrap the loops. By connecting each link together with beautiful Swarovski crystals, an awesome bracelet was created. (I still wear the bracelet today & receive compliments on it!) The next day, signed up for the pearl knotting class then I wanted to learn more so I taught myself many techniques in beading which are used in my jewelry designs today. As I would finish a jewelry piece, I'd receive many compliments. In some instances, the jewelry pieces would sell right off me. I was encouraged by many of my loyal followers to open a store on Etsy. So I joined Etsy, to see how all the creative artists displayed there works of art to the world for purchasing. After viewing all the beautiful and creative items for nearly 4 years, I decided to open my very own Etsy store to sell one of a kind beaded jewelry pieces. Today, I continue to make my one of a kind beaded jewelry. Please check my Etsy shop often for new items being posted. For more one of a kind beaded jewelry, Shop Now at: www.shopmelaniem.com. Thank you for your time to listen to my shop story. - Melanie M.