A native of Proctor, Vermont, I grew up in a family that encouraged the arts in all forms. My mother played the piano and also taught private lessons in oil, acrylic and watercolor painting to both adults and children. She was a Girl Scout leader and always had some fun art project up her sleeve. My parents felt that art was an important part of learning how to express oneself. Art was every bit as important as any other subject in school.

Growing up in Proctor, I had art all around me. The Vermont Marble Company was in its golden era and our community was made up of wonderful artisans from all over the world. All of these people brought their own customs and art forms from their homelands. It was a very diverse and colorful place to live.

I began making jewelry in high school for myself and friends. It fell by the wayside after I became a mother and had my hands full with 2 sons. We still had our art projects but, they were more geared toward boys. After my youngest son finished school, I found my way back to some of the things I had enjoyed doing years ago. I began to think of my jewelry not only as a hobby but, as a way to stay connected with myself and contribute to the budget as well.

You will find my designs to be fresh and unique while appealing to todays woman. Each ear-wire is hand-made, giving them a look that stands out from the cookie cutter variety that is available in most stores. Each pair of earrings is one-of-a-kind, just like the person wearing it. I work primarily with sterling silver but, will work with 14K gold upon request. I use precious and semi-precious beads and cultured, freshwater pearls in my designs. I encourage custom work and enjoy working up pieces for brides, attendants, special occasions or just for fun.

The name ajewelation comes from a play on the word adulation which means excessive praise or flattery. I think that my jewelry definitely flatters the person wearing it.