Handmade jewelry has been a passion of mine ever since summer day camp in Southern California in the 1980's. Between beading bracelets and making lanyards, I always enjoyed creating new pieces of jewelry and accessories for fellow campers and my favorite counselors.

Fast forward to 1993 when I was an undergraduate student in Eugene, Oregon. I participated in numerous beading workshops using all natural materials. What better place to explore my creativity than University of Oregon and all of it's surrounding beauty? At that time, I mostly worked with wire and seed beads.

Now a mom of teenage girls, I have rediscovered my passion for creating bracelets, anklets, and necklaces using Earth-friendly and animal-friendly materials. Since recently learning macrame, I am able to combine this technique with my beading knowledge to create one-of-a kind pieces. I also love creating longer necklace by hand and using a combination of sustainable wood beads and semi-precious gemstones to bring unique styles to my customers. I have more ideas than time to create!

My daughters provide lots of feedback for my designs and wear many of the pieces I make to test out the response from their friends. If you are a teenager or have teenagers, you know they will tell you (definitively) if they don't like something and will be equally enthusiastic when you get it right! The spunk and honesty is truly motivating!

I finally decided to share my creations with you and the Etsy community. I source my materials from companies that share my appreciation of Mother Nature and my love for animals. I also find amazing materials at secondhand stores, garage sales, flea markets, and antique shops.

Thanks so much for visiting and please share any feedback with me!

Peace and love,
Natalie