All My Heart Jewelry started back in August of 2011. I was a young new mommy and my husband just left for a 7 month deployment to Afghanistan. It probably doesn't seem like the perfect time to start out on a new business venture, but the need to create has been with me as long as I can remember. And what a wonderful thing it would be if doing what I love also helped to support my family! I already knew quite a bit about jewelry making because of past experiences with my grandmother, who is also a jeweler. But hand stamped jewelry and working with different types of metal were all quite new to me. I knew I couldn't take many classes, due to having a newborn and not having his daddy home to be on baby duty. So off I went, on my journey of becoming a self taught jeweler.

I'd be lying if I said that it was all smooth sailing from there. As I practiced, my metal scrap pile grew larger and larger. I experimented with different products, tools and supplies. Some instantly became a staple on my workbench, whereas others were quickly tossed into the trash. Fast forward a few months, I was already seeing so much improvement in such a short time. I loved every second I got to spend at that table. And wIth each piece I created, I became more comfortable with the craft. After a few months.. I was over the moon excited to list my first piece on Etsy!

Today, All My Heart Jewelry is located in San Diego, California - courtesy of the United States Marine Corps. When I'm not at my work bench creating lovely pieces of jewelry, I'm out exploring this beautiful city with my husband and three sweet boys. Thank you for making it possible for me to do what I love, even when the Marine Corps moves us around the globe constantly. I am, and will forever be grateful!

If you'd like to see a glimpse into our life here in San Diego, as well as a behind the scenes look at my work, please find us on Instagram: @allmyheartjewelry

Christine Brown
"Metalsmithing Mama"