Rolled Crochet Pair

After over 20 years of working in clay, in 2000 I started seriously exploring jewelry, after becoming increasingly fascinated with precious metal clay: the clay connection is clear and I enjoyed the challenge of working on a very different scale. Having always loved jewelry, this seemed like a perfect stepping stone into a new area of work. I am now working exclusively with sliver, wire and semi-precious stones.

My current body of work explores the fusion of several techniques, which I have been refining since 2003. Crocheted and knitted fine wire is combined with shell, PMC silver or sometimes used alone in sculptural form, to create cuff bracelets, necklaces, collars and rings which I then weave with gemstones, pears and crystals. I have a life-long knowledge of knitting and crochet which gives an endless supply of inspiration for stitches as well as for pattern and colour. This medium holds seemingly unlimited possibilities and since 2006 I have been exploring more textural and sculptural directions, as the crocheted wire allows for strength and form while still maintaining a delicate beauty. I am excited by this combination of techniques and gratified by the response to the work. I have designed a collection priced to appeal to a wide range of customers, from simple pendants selling at $50 to elaborate collars and cuffs up to $2000.