I love creating handcrafted jewelry and statement artwear!
Welcome to my Etsy shop! My name is Ann Butler. I have been creating from a very young age, always excited by color and different mediums. I attended college as an Art major, then worked as a graphic designer, illustrator, and photographer for several well known companies. In time I opened my own graphics and printing business located in the Chicago area. My hobbies include silversmithing, stained glass, stained glass mosaics, gardening and playing with my pets.
In the 1990s I developed a unique line of handcrafted jewelry and artwear called 'The Butler Did It'. My line sold in popular boutiques, gallery shops and selected Chicago Nordstrom department stores. I was thrilled when my line was featured as a “Hot new line of handcrafted artwear” by Women’s Wear Daily Chicago.
In the fall of 2021, I developed long Covid and began experimenting with polymer clay while recuperating for months at home. I couldn’t believe the unlimited possibilities that polymer clay provided! More importantly, I rediscovered my absolute love and passion for creating unique handcrafted jewelry and wearable art!
Now, with this shop, I’m back to my very happy place! I create my own polymer clay pendants, components, and beads. Finished pieces incorporate interesting stone and agate beads, imported glass beads, fair trade handcrafted metal and glass beads from Ethiopia and gorgeous silk sari ribbon from India. I love the texture, uniqueness, and color these elements add to the finished pieces! As you’ll see, I have various collections showcasing many different techniques.
All my work is created with joy, love for the process and attention to detail and quality'
I hope you enjoy looking through my shop and will find something that fits your special personality, style and bring compliments and a smile to your day.