The ConArtist Jewelry

My earliest memories are filled with stories from a polished box where Momma kept her jewelry.  There was a heart locket from France sent by my soldier father to his waiting bride, a sweet sixteen charm from my grandfather to his teenage daughter, and a friendship ring from someone warmly remembered.  Trinkets and keepsakes held my fascination to a life being lived before my own began.

What I Do

How natural for me that old things and their stories fuel the passion of my creativity.  The ConArtist Jewelry -- one of a kind wearable art -- renders a fondness for collage, color and vintage form.  My compositions, repurposed from jewelry box findings and fashion accessories from the 1930s and '40s recall the history and romance of the Great Depression and World War II years.  Using materials long out of production, I celebrate decades of lost glamour by creating new art pieces -- each with its own story to tell.

I design brooches, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings following eclectic themes, each unique and carefully constructed.  And yes, for those who are interested, I still design bottle cap/stamp earrings

I am a member of Missouri Artisans Association, better known as Best of Missouri Hands.  You may visit the BOMH website at bestofmissourihands.com

Contact Me Today!

Please use the information at the bottom of the page or complete and submit the form on my Contact Page.

I look forward to hearing from you!!