Gilding the Lily Since 1989...

New work for Fall 2009!
To see work available for purchase now, follow Earrings, Rings, or Necklaces. For gifts between $25 and $75, please see my woven wire pearl and semi-precious stone earrings at Woven Wire.

I hope that my work conveys a sense of humor, warmth and elegance. I believe in jewelry’s potential to be symbolic, sentimental, superfluous, necessary, and even hopeful. To minimize my impact on the environment, I use recycled metal, look for responsibly mined gemstones, and use non-toxic material wherever possible.

In much of my jewelry, I use the remarkable lost-wax casting process. It enables me to transform soft, pliable wax into intricate metal objects. I leave marks on my pieces that emphasize that they are made by hands. Each cast piece is unique.

Visit my museum section to see the Gallery of Past Work, which includes Earrings, Rings, Necklaces, and Brooches. And if you would like to tour my studio and see some things I find wildly amusing, go to Curious Things You Might Need to See.

I also make custom jewelry in consultation with clients, incorporating their own personal meaning and materials. If you have any questions or would like to discuss a custom order, please contact me.

Thank you for visiting!