Once upon a time I thought I would follow a passion of mine (one of many!) and become a jewellery designer. I was lucky enough to work for the very popular Magpie Jewellery in Ottawa where I was inspired everyday and happy to help design and sell, sell, sell beautiful jewellery handmade by talented Canadian designers! It was fun.

Thanks to lovely goldsmith Bob who took me under his wing and taught me how to make a few pieces of my own. To start with a hunk of wax and end up with this was simply an experience of a lifetime for me.

I reminisce, and I smile.