Happy New Year!

With the New Year comes new opportunities and ideas! I have been working diligently on learning new and exciting wire working techniques. I've also started creating chain maille!

I've fallen in love with the way wire and metal can be formed and worked to create truly beautiful and unique jewelry. Everyday my skills develop and my pieces become more intricate. Here is an example of one of my latest accomplishments. Since I am such a perfectionist, this bangle-style bracelet took nearly 8 hours to complete! It features over 10 feet of Sterling Silver wire and two dozen Swarovski Crystals!

To see some of my other creations and examples of my chain maille work, go to my Etsy shop.

I hope everyone has a safe and joyous New Year!

Secret Santa

This year I participated in my first Secret Santa! I know, I know...I'm 33 and have never done this before?! But it was so much fun!

I was fortunate enough to be chosen by On A Friday, headquartered in Honolulu, HI. Liana Miyamura is the owner and designer behind this terrific company. She creates handmade jewelry, greeting cards and stationary. For my secret Santa gift I received a wonderful greeting card set. It was complete with a well-constructed and just-as-beautiful storage box for the cards. She was kind enough to include some Hawaiian treats too!

Thank you, Liana!