About

I began making jewelry after taking a lampworking class in 2007. The process from beginning to end was mesmerizing - from that moment, I was hooked!

After making jewelry with my lampwork beads, I ventured out to learn the foundation of jewelry making, metalsmithing. I LOVE silver jewelry and just like with my lampwork beads, I knew right from start I wanted the creative freedom and high-standard of craftsmanship that making my own silver pieces gave me. I didn't want to make jewelry with components that were mass-produced or made by others.

While learning to enamel, I came across a product from Japan, Precious Metal Clay (PMC). It was perfect for creating the fine silver base for enameling and other techniques I use to make my fine silver jewelry. PMC isn't actually clay. It's fine silver suspended in an organic binder. Once fired in a kiln at 1650 degrees for 2 hours, the organic binder burns away and only pure silver remains. Prior to firing, you can manipulate it in so many ways - sculpt, carve, form and mold in every way imaginable. After firing, the silver can be refined with traditional metalsmithing techniques. So cool! 

For my silver, I love highly textured pieces with a patina added to bring out the beautiful details. I seek out the unique and unusual when it comes to textures and patterns. I look for drawings or images of ancient artifacts. I rummage thru the hundreds of antique shops in Maine. I search for organic items such as leaves and shells. I create my own stamps, and I use my own drawings.

For the most part, I am self-taught with many years experimenting and practicing different techniques. I only make one of each design. In very rare instances, I may make a similar piece, but you'll never find two pieces exactly the same - that's the beauty of handmade!

I began selling my pieces a few years ago after I retired from the airline industry. 

My pieces are extremely unique, thoughtfully handcrafted and one of a kind. I make jewelry that I love and want to wear, and I hope others do as well.

Thank you for taking the time to visit!

Debra.