Wearable Art: Real gemstone jewelry that encompasses color, shape and textures you won't find anywhere else!
I love combining different stones, shapes and colors in a harmonious fashion to create a piece that is unique. I make each piece REALLY STRONG, using heavy nylon thread/cord that is both tough and pliable. Many other jewelry artists use wire. But cord in my opinion gives a much better drape to necklaces and bracelets. And I feel that the glued knots in the bead tips give a much stronger mechanical connection than wire crimps. So be assured that your piece will last a very long time.
I got into beading after accumulating several necklaces that needed repairs. I cut them apart to create new designs and haven't stopped beading since! I love real stones and prefer using ones that have veining, streaks and mottling - revealing their natural beauty, character and authenticity.
I generally don't like to wear jewelry that is too sparkly. Although I think a few crystals here and there, done tastefully, can go a long way toward complementing the base stones and giving the piece that special feel. I like making pieces that have visual weight and substance. Because I'm a Gemini, I don't like to stick to one style for very long! And I like to design for both work and play. So you'll notice that some pieces are distinctly more suited to the office and others more suited to the beach!
I tend to incorporate elements of bohemian, beachy, tribal, ethnic, rustic and traditional designs in my pieces. I like to visit history museums and their sections on world cultures for jewelry design inspiration! But I often let the stones "speak to me" when I sit down to create. I'll simply design and redesign pieces for hours until I reach the right magical combination of stones. As a former stained glass artist, I use my experience and instincts on both form and color to create what I consider timeless wearable art!
Life is too short to wear plastic jewelry! As a savvy shopper, I scour wholesale trade shows for the best gemstone deals to pass the savings to my customers!
Thanks for visiting my shop! Be sure to check my Announcements page for my upcoming craft show schedule in PA/NJ. Hope to see you there!
