In high school, I knew I wanted to design and produce jewelry.  In 2007 I received my BFA in Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design from the University of North Texas.  Working with precious metals and gemstones provided me with an enjoyable passtime and a love of learning new tools and techniques. I often use elements of nature in my work. 

In later years I decided to pick up crochet and have not stopped since.  Crochet provides me with a relaxing and therapeutic experience.  It brings me great joy when I’ve created an amigurumi (Japanese word for crocheted stuffy) for a child and they light up. In recent years, I have begun to teach my young students the art of crochet in order to pass down the history and love of fiber arts.