Making Memories

One of my favorite things is to design with a client's family heirlooms.  

Recently I had the privilege to take several items; a lapis choker necklace, a pair of earrings, and  Kazuri beads; and make them into a necklace. It is one that Marti will wear again and again.  

Now she has all her memories in one necklace.

In her words: 

"Last year I traveled to Kenya for a third time.  On previous trips I had seen 

locals and visitors wearing Kazuri ceramic beads.  In March I was able to spend the day touring the factory and talking with the bead workers.  Most are single 

mothers, supporting extended families of 20 plus people.  They are some of the most joyful people I have ever met.  A few women showed me how to paint certain beads, and giggled when I tried!  I went for the beads, but left as a friend and with a 

heart full of love and thankfulness.  Susan made me this necklace to remind me of 

these wonderful women." 

Kazuri bead information

A close-up view 

Marti in her necklace

Fall Trends

Brooches are trending this fall.  

You'll see them everywhere.

If you are like me, I go crazy trying to pin them in the right place or simply get them straight.

Why not do it my way, turn that gorgeous  brooch into a necklace, or bracelet.

Allison necklace with black onyx, enamel, crystal, and vintage brooch.
$180

The Brooklyn Necklace

Fall is in the air.

Spice it up with this new Brooklyn necklace, named after NYC.  This necklace looks great with a jacket, dress, or with a tee.

Brooklyn necklace with vintage elements and glass pearl, hand-knotted on silk.
$152 

Classic; With A Twist

In the mood for something classic, but not quite?

This Erin D necklace is perfect! Add a little sparkle to your life.

 Erin D necklace. Vintage rhinestone and hand knotted glass pearls.
$159

Friendship

Where would we be without our friends?

I am fortunate because I get to name jewelry designs after friends.  It seems that each piece reminds me of some special friend.  They all take on a personality.  Can you find your favorite?

Marti necklace with vintage flower brooch in cultured and shell pearl with cross
$206.

Moving

I have spent the past two weeks moving our daughters into college and grad school apartments in two different states.

May this year be filled with new experiences and joy!

With Erin; I'm wearing a Paris necklace with pave owl.

Erin wearing Diana necklace. Susan wearing Isabella with hand-knotted pearl tassel.

With Katie; Susan wearing the Austin necklace.

With Katie; Susan wearing the Audrey necklace with vintage brooch.

Busy Bee

August has been a busy month!

I have moved our two daughters back to college, and to grad school.

This is one of my favorite necklaces; as I can relate to the busy bee.

Margot necklace with vintage bee and Swarovski pearls.
$199

Wild

I will always love animal print!

This Ella necklace features a vintage calf- hair element.

It's an amazing neutral to bring your look together.

Ella necklace with vintage element, in pearl and crystal.
$144

Da Blues

Looking for something blue?

This necklace is sure to please, and it's one of a kind.

Allison necklace with vintage brooch; in turquoise, enamel, crystal, and pearl.
$212

Isabella Tassel Necklace

Who doesn't love a tassel necklace?

So easy to wear; throw on with anything to dress up your look.

Layer it with several of your favorite necklaces.

Isabella tassel necklace in shell pearl with vintage brooch and tassel.
$159