I opened my shop in 2007 but I became active in 2008
My designs have resulted from my aspiration to bring more beauty to everyday life, to inspire good feelings, to increase self-awareness and to share my own creative joy.
The mystery of my art consists in the loving effort invested in each piece. I believe in artists’ freedom to express themselves trough form and color. The lasting symbols - love, faith, sincerity, purity, hope, renewal, good luck, are always present in my work.
My love of stones and beads gave birth to a unique style of jewelry, perfected by a meticulous technique of assemblage.
Nature is a source of inspiration and my creativity allows materials to express their own beauty. I like to use semiprecious stones, genuine pearls, shells and lots of tiny beads in my pieces. I am trying to achieve a natural, shaded look, by incorporating several nuances of beads for each color I choose.

Often I had the surprise to receive emails from people I have met on Etsy.
Thank you, Allie, Marilyn, Verna, Elizabeth and Ally! You are very generous!

"I just had to tell you how very talented you are! Your work is just STUNNING! I have never seen this kind of beadwork and I LOVE IT! Your designs are gorgeous and I think I "liked" more of your items than not! LOL I am just dazzled by your talent and I wanted you to know"!
Allie

"I have some of your jewelry from the Museum of Women in the Arts and the glass exhibit in NJ. One is a bird with feathers that I love! The other is a blue heart with pearls. It is so unusual and I always get positive comments about the pieces!"
Marilyn

"I just wanted to say how awestruck I am by your magnificent creations! The time involved in each piece is probably unbelievable. It is hard to realize that you have created some many beautiful projects and still have time to do anything else!
What a wonderful experience, just to browse through your gallery"!
Verna

"I'm speechless!!! This is THE most gorgeous brooch I have ever seen. Incredible, intricate work!! Thank you so much!"
Elizabeth

"Dear Ileana,

I just wanted to thank you for your beautiful work and to let you know that can see all of the love and care that went into this pouch. I will treasure this special piece forever!

Of all the many beautiful objects and magical tools I've purchased on Etsy, this is one of my favorites. Photos don't do it justice. Beyond my expectations and truly a masterpiece! Thank you so much. It will be loved and cared for.

Blessings,
Ally P".

Publications:
"The Crafts Report " January 2007 – article by Darcel Rocket: Ileana Munteanu- Ambassador of Jewelry
Contests:
"BEAD & BUTTON SHOW", Gleaming Treasures, FINALIST, 2001 (Entry: MAGICAL TIME, - 12 Round Pearl Brooches, ranged in a circle, representing the 12 Hours)
"FIRE MOUNTAIN Gems and Beads", Beading Contest, FINALIST, 2004 (Entry: LADYBUG PIN)