ABOUT
I’ve never been drawn to trends. They come and go, often leaving behind a sea of things that look remarkably the same. I’m drawn to something different: jewelry with meaning. Pieces that tell a story, mark a milestone, or capture a moment in a person’s life—and feel as unique as the person wearing them. That belief is at the heart of each collection.
My journey to jewelry design was anything but conventional. After graduating from the University of Missouri, I moved to Chicago and settled into a corporate sales career. But even while working a 9-to-5, I couldn’t quiet my creative side. At night, I began making accessories simply because I needed an outlet for my creativity.One weekend while attending an art fair, I purchased a pair of wire-wrapped earrings that caught my eye. I was fascinated by the craftsmanship and interesting way they intertwined delicately through my ear. Immediately I bought myself some crafting wire and taught myself how to make something similar. I purchased beads and stones that spoke to me while teaching myself new ways to manipulate wire. Before long, friends, coworkers, and even strangers began buying the jewelry I was wearing. That was the moment I realized this could be more than a hobby.
Leaving a stable career to pursue design was terrifying, but I took the leap. I stayed in Chicago and earned a formal degree in fashion design, where I learned to see clothing and adornment not simply as accessories, but as structural, wearable art.
After fashion school, life took me west to Los Angeles, where I unexpectedly became a mother to twins. Six months later, my world was forever changed when my son tragically passed away. In the midst of unimaginable grief, my workbench became a place of refuge. Creating jewelry gave me somewhere to put my hands when there were no words. It became a way to process loss, hold onto love, and slowly begin putting the pieces of my life back together.
As a single mother raising my daughter, I worked in luxury retail for Tory Burch while continuing to build my design business on the side. I kept creating—not because it was easy, but because creating something beautiful with my hands for someone else gave me one more reason to keep moving forward. Eventually, I transferred from Tory Burch's Los Angeles store to help launch her new Portland store. One year later, I became a Store Manager for Margaret O’Leary, where I was surrounded by exceptional artisanal knitwear and developed an even deeper appreciation for craftsmanship, quality, and timeless design. Margaret appreciated my one-of-a-kind jewelry and decided to carry my work in five of her west coast boutiques.
Every chapter of my unpredictable journey has shaped the way I design today. I create pieces meant to live beyond a season. Some are delicate and understated, designed to become part of your everyday favorites. Others are bold, colorful, and sculptural—made to command attention and celebrate the moments when you want to stand out. But at their heart, they all have the same purpose: To become part of your story.
I believe jewelry should do more than complete an outfit. It should remind you where you’ve been, celebrate how far you’ve come, and hold meaning for the chapters still ahead.I create handcrafted jewelry made to celebrate your resilience, your milestones, your memories, and the beautiful unexpected stories that make you who you are.
Which chapter of your story will you wear today?