The Making of a (Scrimshaw) Mermaid

Scrimshaw, the technique of hand-engraving + inking illustrations into shells, gemstones and other materials, dates back to whalers of the late 18th century; scrimshanders of yore created their hand-etched pieces...

Herkimer Diamonds

Herkimer Diamond Sticks and Stones are now back in stock! After several months of waiting, they are in full supply.    

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Valentine's First Friday!

Come visit me in the studio this evening from 5-9pm! As usual, the artists of the SoWa Studio Building are opening their doors for a...

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Snails

 Some lovely gold sea snails, perfect as I reminisce of summer months...  

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Facet Hoops

 By popular request, I rearranged my facet hoops to include more sizes.   What were previously the Small Facet Hoops are now the Small Facet...

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Turquoise Teardrops

Some new Turquoise Vanity pieces- as always, my favorite color- from the Kingman mine is Arizona.        

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More Vanity!

  I've been working away at some new Vanity pieces! Looking forward to having a full collection one day soon. These items are all as...

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Only Nantucket

 On my trip home to Nantucket last weekend, I finally got my hands on one of these Only Nantucket magazines, featuring some fantastic island ladies!...

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Grand Pearls

These monster pearls are luscious and unique in their abstract baroque shapes. The two necklaces are each one-of-a-kind, and rather lavishly fabulous, if I do...

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Vanity Settings Galore

I just finished creating some new Vanity earrings:               

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