Rebel Yell

The Beauty of Lavender Turquoise

Posted on April 23 2021

The colours in Lavender Turquoise are unlike any other variety it turquoise. Various sh...

Creating the Winter Sleep Collection

Posted on February 17 2021

This collection started with an idea for a pair of earrings, a handful of gemstones, and inspiration from the Canadian winter landscape.

Virtual Craft Shows - The New Normal and Reasons to Love Them

Posted on September 08 2020

Do you miss attending Craft Shows and Markets as much as I do? I miss them for so many reasons, but the trend is now towards online, virtual markets. I know they aren't the same experience, but there are many reasons to like them which are outlined in the following post.

Believe in Yourself: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Posted on February 06 2019

“Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t, pretend that you do and, at some point, you will.” ~ Venus Williams

Anyone else struggle with imposter syndrome? It’s not just me, right?

Size Matters

Posted on October 26 2018

"It's gorgeous. A brilliant cut diamond, half a carat, in white and yellow gold. The band comes up around the diamond and wraps around it...."

As Liz continued to described her ring (this was before the days of mobile smart phones where she could just snap a pic and text it to me) I looked down at my own own engagement ring on my left hand, except it wasn't there....

Introducing the Modern Bohemian Collection

Posted on August 10 2018

The Modern Bohemian Collection - Where modern design meets bohemian flair. Jewelry that serves as a reminder of the free-spirit within you and pays tribute to all that you have achieved in your personal and professional life.

Bucket List or F@ck It List?

Posted on July 19 2018

There is much talk of Bucket lists. All the things we want to experience in life. We are made to feel compelled to compile and execute on these lists because, well, you never know….

The Anatomy of a Custom Ring

Posted on May 15 2018

When I make custom jewelry, I like to send my clients work in progress photos as I’m ma...

For the Love of Gemstones

Posted on March 31 2018

I love gemstones. I've always been drawn to them, even as a child. One of my prized possessions when I was about 6 years old was a piece of tumbled rose quartz that my father gave me and I'm pretty sure I still have it somewhere. As a jewelry designer I get to indulge my love of gemstones on a regular basis.

Refuse to be Tamed

Posted on March 31 2018

"You were wild once. Don't let them tame you." ~Isadore Duncan⠀

Rocking Awareness: Creating Rock'n Roll Bling for Mental Health

Posted on November 07 2017

Rocking sterling silver guitar pick pendants in support of Rocking Awareness and mental health initiatives.

Setting Free my Rebel Soul - or How I Started a Jewelry Business

Posted on October 13 2017

The end of last year became the start of something new for me. I was tired. I wasn't l...