Limited edition and one of a kind jewelry + accessories handmade in Toronto, Canada
Hi, I’m Tanya.
I was born and raised in small town Ontario to a family of makers: my father and grandfather, builders and farmers; my mother and grandmother, seamstresses and farmers.
The first pair of earrings I made was in 1989. They were neon yellow beads shaped like Emma Wiggle hair bows, dangling from a single strand of black “gimp,” and tied in a knot at the bottom, I think, to keep the bead from falling off. I have no idea how I fastened them to my ears. Thirty-three years later I’m happy to say I’m still the same person—designing, creating, making, and sharing all the things, especially in bright colours with black accents.
Whether I’m designing and making jewelry, or sewing clothing, accessories, and intimate apparel, I am always thinking about the needs of the person doing the wearing: to feel beautiful, yes, but also, to feel comfortable and confident.
I am a writer, third-generation seamstress, and self-taught jewelry designer. I love asymmetry, the way bright colours pop against black, and minimalist fashion mixed with maximalist jewelry. Most recently, I’ve become enamored with the juxtaposition of crystals, pearls, warm and cold metals, and spikes.
Each piece in my shop is made with love, care, and attention. I hope you find something that fills your heart with joy. Your likes and shares are very much appreciated.
Thank you for visiting.