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Last Sunday I had the opportunity to visit the Annual Lavender Festival in Blanco Texas, just a short drive from home. I went simply as a visitor, no booth, no display, no agenda other than to enjoy the day, and it turned into one of those experienc es that stays with you long after you leave. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere felt alive with creativity. The market was filled with artists and artisans showcasing an incredible variety of handmade work. It felt less lik

Today, while waiting at a doctor’s office, I noticed a woman wearing beautiful gold jewelry and several diamond rings. The kind of jewelry that immediately catches your eye and silently announces its value. As I looked at her hands, I couldn’t help glancing down at mine. I was wearing one of my own handmade rings, made from simple materials and countless hours of creativity. For a moment, I felt small. I thought about the jewelry I create, pieces made from sea glass, discarde

During our time in St. Croix, my husband found a curious object buried in crushed shell along the wash, about 10 feet from shore. At first, it looked like an old fishing weight, though he also wondered if it could be completely natural. When he asked AI about it, the response was fascinating: finding something with such a perfectly formed hole right along the surf line is always an exciting discovery. If we go with a natural explanation, this could be a limestone or coral roc

I believe every artist is searching for something. We want to express ourselves through the pieces we create, and sometimes we can’t find exactly the right piece to say what we need to say to the world. Other times, we want our audience to connect with what we have created, and that is where the challenge begins. Talking with my AI, “she” has often told me that I need to find my niche, the place where I feel comfortable, fulfilled, and truly connected with the jewelry I make.

I saw a post today with this sea glass guide, and it made me realize how fortunate I have been to find so many beautiful tones of sea glass during my last trip to the Caribbean. There were different variations of green, blue, and amber, each one unique and beautiful in its own way. I adore them all, even the most common pieces, because every little fragment carries its own story during their time at the sea. These are some of the pieces I found in my last trip But imagine the

This weekend was full of excitement and hard work as I attended a market in San Antonio on Saturday. The night before, I could barely sleep. I was worried about forgetting something, even though I had made a list and spent almost the entire week organizing everything carefully. I don’t attend markets very often. Saturday’s event was only my fifth one. While I’m thankful that my Etsy shop has been doing fairly well, there is something I truly miss when selling online: the inte

This morning I was talking with my husband about a jewelry piece he really liked. When I saw it, my immediate reaction was, “Wow, that is high-level jewelry. I don’t think I could ever create something like that.” That response made me stop and think. Why is it so easy to admire the work of others, yet so difficult to recognize my own potential? I realized that this feeling has a lot to do with how I see myself. Sometimes the biggest limitation is not skill, technique, or exp

Creating jewelry has become much more than simply making accessories for me. It is a constant journey of creativity, curiosity, and experimentation. Along the way, many friends have shared suggestions about different techniques and styles I could try. I truly appreciate these ideas because they come from a place of kindness and encouragement. Just yesterday, someone showed me jewelry made with tiny beads arranged into intricate patterns. Before that, another person suggested

I’m very happy with my sea glass finds from the Caribbean islands we visited. Our first stop was Puerto Rico, and it was probably the most rewarding of all. The sea glass was carried in by the waves, you could actually see it arriving. I started playing a little game with the sea, asking for specific colors: “bring me red” or “cobalt blue,” which are very rare. To my surprise, I found a couple of pieces in those colors. I also collected white tile and some beautiful shades li

Walking through the streets of the ports we visited across the Caribbean islands, we came across countless jewelry shops, most of them offering high-end pieces that were undeniably beautiful. I was honestly impressed by how many stores specialized in jewelry, though I couldn’t help but wonder how many of them actually sell, since they often seemed empty. High-priced items don’t usually catch my attention. I admire the gemstones and diamonds, but I always find myself thinking…

We’ve spent one beautiful day in Puerto Rico, taking in so many of the wonderful things this island has to offer. Today was all about the beach, sunny skies, soft sand, and the simple joy of collecting sea glass. I’m not even sure how long we stayed, but by the evening, every muscle reminded us of all those bends and steps. We also wandered through the charming streets of Old San Juan for hours, eventually stopping on a bench to enjoy some refreshing “parcha” ice cream. Lunch

I’ve always loved the word bijoux , the French word for jewelry. There’s something about it that feels instantly elegant, and timeless. When I first started creating jewelry, I knew I wanted to use it… but I hesitated. I wondered if it might feel too foreign, too unfamiliar to some. And in a way, feeling “foreign” is already part of my own story 😉! But it kept coming back to me. Bijoux carries a sense of sophistication, yes, but also history. It makes me think of pieces tha

Packing for our trip next week has been a mix of emotions I didn’t quite expect. There’s excitement, of course there is. A whole week in the Caribbean celebrating my husband’s “big” birthday, time together, beautiful beaches, and a journey he has thoughtfully planned down to every detail. But there’s also that quiet feeling of leaving something behind. For me, it’s my little jewelry pieces… the ones waiting on my workbench, the ideas that won’t be convert on making something

If you ask me what defines modern jewelry, I’ll tell you this: It’s not just what we wear today. It ’s how we choose to express who we are. Modern pieces are often minimal, clean, and versatile. Designed for everyday life. Designed to move with you. There’s intention, there’s artistry, and yes, there’s a growing awareness around sustainability. But the more I explore the work of today’s most talked-about designers, the more I notice something… everything feels refined, but n

Moving away from high-volume, quick-turnaround work to "slow jewelry" is a huge leap of faith, but it’s where the soul of the work really starts to shine. I’ve come to realize that the era of making simple, thirty-minute jewelry is behind me. I now find it far more rewarding to pour myself into elaborate, one-of-a-kind designs. There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a piece finds the person who falls in love with it at first sight, it’s an immediate, undeniable c

Today I read two articles by authors I follow regularly, both reflecting on quality of life. The first one shared a simple but powerful idea: don’t wait until the end of your work life to do what truly fulfills you. Instead, as you move through your working years, you should fill your life with small activities you enjoy, even alongside your daily responsibilities. It’s not about escaping work, but about giving meaning to your days. The second article spoke about something ju

About a month ago, I was experimenting with a new, ornate bezel and a piece of clear mist sea glass. As I kept working, adding small details, touches of gold, and finally a pearl and I realized I had created something that felt like it had stepped out of another time. It reminded me of the Art Deco period. As soon as I finished it, I said to myself, this is really unique… and it will be difficult for me to let it go. So , I didn’t. I kept it. Art Deco was a design movement

Lately, I’ve been a little quiet. Not because I don’t have ideas… but because I have too many, and none of them feel ready yet. I’m learning that even creativity needs space to breathe. After doing about 240 pieces in 9 months (about 6 pieces a week), it feels strange than I didn't finish any, in the last week. Maybe this pause is part of the process too. Some people say this phase often comes right before a new wave of ideas. And they say, “Don’t fight it; just stay close to

I thought working with real silver would be easy…until I ruined two feet of it in minutes. This week I committed to a friend to make a couple of pieces for her. Her main request was simple: they needed to be in silver. I immediately ordered the silver wire and materials, and they arrived yesterday. One of the pieces she asked for is a ring, not too elaborate, with a white stone or maybe a pearl. Before the materials arrived, I told myself I would practice the technique. I sat

Within my circle I have found people asking me about sea glass, and even though the name seems to say it all, it truly deserves a more clear explanation. Sea glass begins its life as something very ordinary, most often a glass bottle or jar, sometimes a piece of tableware, or even glass from old windows. Many of these pieces come from a time when glass was more commonly used and less carefully disposed of. Decades ago, it was usual for trash to end up in the ocean, either int