* Elementary school teacher (public and private) 2000-2008
* Stay at home mommy to a 2008 baby boy
* SzetoBaby on etsy is born August 2008
* Mommy to a baby girl 2010

I am a self-taught jewelry artist (always learning something new whether it's technique or dabbling with new materials)...
.... but I've taken art classes since I was 6 years old.
From the moment I wrapped my chubby little fingers
around my first crayon - I was hooked.

I made my first ring when I was 16, in my high school art class. It was a nickel silver and brass ring with a very wide band and a sloppily soldered seam. It was my first try and boy was I proud of it! Too bad it turned my finger green (nickel silver allergy). But since jewelry making requires far more material and tools (need money) than drawing did, I didn't venture into another jewelry making project until many years later, when I had a paycheck in hand!

The economy has been a roller coaster ride for many families, including ours, so this little shop of mine is a way for me to release my creative energy, craft beautiful items
for others, and perhaps *cross my
fingers, eyes and toes*
eventually become one of
those super successful sellers
on Etsy that make this their
full time job!!!!

I can dream, can't I? :o)

I love creating high quality, memorable gifts that will bring you years of enjoyment.

I have an on-going love affair with sterling silver, copper, brass, gold-filled, stainless steel, pure aluminum, gemstones, czech fire polished glass, Swarovski crystals, natural beads and all things hard-ware!

In my shop you will find custom made to order gifts for women, children, men and pets too! :o)

Customer satisfaction is of utmost importance to me
and I don't skimp on the details!
I'm a serious perfectionist and also
love to work with others to create
something that will truly become
a timeless piece or
family heirloom.

All pieces (prototypes) are put to the ultimate
quality assurance testing - given to my brute
of a son and curious cat daughter
to play with!

Many of my pieces have endured and survived being yanked on, chewed on, picked at, stepped on
and even flung across a room!

I like low maintenance jewelry and design 'most' so that they can be worn while bathing and swimming!

Your custom made gift will be in mint condition! :o)
All items are actually made to order
unless other wise specified.

Please take your time and browse away and e-mail me with any questions you may have!