I like to think jewelry is a reflection of our creative spirit, our courage, even, or our reaching curiosity and unapologetic style.  Not just a reflection of, but talisman to, our emotional and spiritual voice. Jewelry, for me, has always symbolized an avalanche of femininity, an exhale of expression which I sometimes would otherwise fail to embrace in all the aspects of my life. I've been teaching techniques and selling jewelry full time for five years now (though have been wire wrapping for nearly a decade), and rarely does a day go by when I am not actively working with wire and attempting to express that ethereal, untouchable voice in as tangible a way as possible. Though I sometimes find the process elusive, I always find it rewarding.

I am deeply gratified by the moments of magic I've experienced in my creative life. Though I may sometimes fail, in my work, to represent this internal free spirit in all the ways I intend, I endeavor always to pay it tribute through my desire to try. The journey contains its own poetry and I hope I never deny myself such bliss.

I have been crafting jewelry for fifteen years and, though am most recognized for my work with wire, enjoy a variety of materials, methods of construction and a playful indulgence in all things seed beads!

I am a mother of two, Hunter and Ryan, who are both attending college and living at home with myself and my husband, William, and our two cats, Charlie and Graham Cracker. We have a petite home in eastern Michigan, filled to bulging with all things Buddha, and enjoy our cozy life sharing what space we have, though my arts and crafts supplies seem to ebb and flow through each of the rooms as if riding its own wave of creativity.

I am a photographic hobbyist, in my spare time, and love to take photos of flowers in the last stages of life, or bees and critters when weather permits. For relaxation, I'll sit at my sink and photograph water droplets, which I found to be incredibly therapeutic. I also love pencil drawings and, occasionally, painting, though I'm not very good at either. I have had some poetry published in small anthologies and tend to favor contemporary verse, which borders on the self-indulgent and cliche, but somehow still soothes my inner angst.

Looking for a tribute to your own creative spirit? Check out my work!