I am a mid western girl at heart, born & raised in Illinois. I have been on the east coast since my college years where I attended Kean University and received my degree in art education. I taught elementary art for many years & during that time I began designing jewelry for myself and soon for friends & colleagues. In 2005 my little company was formed. I continue to design and handcraft each piece of jewelry in my New Jersey studio while balancing family with my very supportive husband Tim, beautiful daughter, Sally and three large lovable dogs. Life is great. Thank you for visiting. Smiles, Stephanie