About Me

Welcome to my Melismatic Art Jewelry blog, formerly Art. Life. Love.  I have made the decision to limit my blog to my jewelry making activities.

My artistic journey began many years ago in a small southern town. I am the youngest of five children and we grew up in the country.  Our sweet mother made most of our clothes by hand...she also quilted. Our father was a house-painter, but also a farmer and we lived off the land as much as possible. My sisters and I have always been involved in some craft or project for as long as I remember...I think my first endeavor was crocheting which I still love!

Currently, I live in Maryland with my husband and son.

All of my one-of-a-kind or limited edition finished jewelry and components are created solely by me. My current love is metal...sterling, copper, bronze, and brass.  I especially love mixing them up with each other and other elements...gemstones, artisan beads, Czech glass, and my new found love, enamels.  Most findings, such as ear wires, bails, and clasps, are also handcrafted by me or other artisans...not many mass produced components here!  My Melismatic Morsel line is now featuring polymer and base metal clay!