Hello all!!


I started designing and creating jewelry 6 years ago. Beading was my first venture in this field of art. I self taught myself to bead, but wanted more. I then began to use wire and was amazed at how much it added to my work. Still wanting more, I started taking metalsmithing classes. I took classes for a year and a half and found that my work became an intricate part of who I am.


My handcrafted jewelry features precious and semi-precious stones, freshwater pearls, Swarovski Crystals, sterling silver, and solid copper.


Because I use natural stones and handcraft my metal and wire work, no two pieces of my handcrafted jewelry are identical. My goal is to design and create jewelry that is as unique as the person who wears my designs.


All of my findings are also handcrafted by me :~) From earring wires to clasps to toggles and even hand sawed links and jump rings, they are 100% made by my hands using sterling silver and solid copper.


I am unable to contract for custom orders at this time because I am in the process of moving. As soon as I am moved and settled in my new home I will again happily accept custom orders.

Where else to find me:

Flickr @ http://www.flickr.com/photos/designbylara/sets/

MySpace @ http://www.myspace.com/designbylarastudios

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