Mostly Sweet Jewelry designs are inspired by the character of the place I live, at the edge of Yosemite National Park. Yosemite's stunning landscapes, charismatic wildlife, and rustic lifestyle influence my work; a day rarely passes without the gift of a new idea that beckons me into my studio. Each design provides an opportunity for me to reveal a little piece of beauty from the place where materials, tools, and my artistic vision overlap.
I individually fabricate pendants, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings into simple elegant designs. I use cold forge techniques (hammer and torch) to shape pieces in sterling silver, copper, and 14k gold. Many of my pieces feature nature-inspired components which I hand sculpt in precious metal clay.
