My stainless steel jewelry is comprised of traditional chainmaille patterns that are often combined with various textures of chain. I have taken a medieval craft that was once purely utilitarian and adopted it for use as modern adornment. Design inspiration comes from Art Deco, Victorian, punk, and glam rock styles. I weave, measure, cut, and assemble everything by hand, and often include gemstones that I meticulously set with a micro-welder.
I grew up in Northern Illinois, got my BFA in Crafts/Metals at the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign in 1996, and have lived in Chicago since 1998. I celebrate my 26th year in business in August 2026.