Every jewelry artist should have resources, and Beadwork magazine is the go-to resource for me. I love how stylish each issue is and the themes are always up to trend […]
How to Accessorize a Wedding Dress: Four Ideas
I’ve had the pleasure of working with several brides to create different wedding jewelry for the bridal party when I worked with my friend Kristen to create her handmade wedding […]
2020 Pantone Color of the Year: Classic Blue
As it is every year, the 2020 Pantone Color of the Year is announced to inspire artists, designers, and everyday folk alike. The 2020 color of the year is Classic […]
2020 New Year Jewelry Business Resolutions
For the last few years, I’ve chosen the same topic for the last blog of the year: one that looks back to my 2019 new year jewelry business resolutions and […]
Year in Review: Looking Back at 2019
The end of the year is time to reflect on the past year. For me, I’m not only been thinking about 2019, but really the past decade as a whole. […]
Inktober 2019
Every October, artists are encouraged to participate in the Inktober 2019 challenge across social media. This challenge includes daily prompts that artists can interpret for their own medium in a […]
Custom Wedding Bracelet with Meaning
I love working on custom projects for clients, especially when those projects are for weddings. There’s something about creating meaningful jewelry that inspires me and I love how the end […]
Tucson Gem Show 2020 Tips
I love attending the Tucson Shows. They are great places to see my friends, catch up with my suppliers, meet new ones, and to get the supplies I use in […]
Handmade Jewelry Collection Tips
Jewelry collections are a great artistic expression. They’re a great way to explore your creativity. And they’re a fantastic way to test new techniques and play with new materials. For […]
Christmas Jewelry: Holiday Jewelry Collection
I love the Christmas holiday season. It shouldn’t be a surprise that I love the winter (learn more about this with my Sparling Snow jewelry collection) and the winter is […]