My Design Inspiration

I have always had a love for semi-precious gemstones, as well as fossils and rocks.  When designing handmade gemstone jewelry pieces, this passion is reflected in my designs. I am inspired by the natural minerals and fossils to create simple but expressive handcrafted jewelry designs.

Because natural gemstones and fossils can stand alone as a work of art, handcrafted gemstone jewelry has the ability to make a statement, no matter how simple the design.  I don't like to complicate my designs, as I don't want to take away from the natural beauty of the semi-precious gemstones and fossils. As an artist, using what is naturally beautiful is such a gift, and I enjoy using my creativity to showcase that beauty in the most simple way.

Gemstone jewelry by danielle is a collection of "one-of-a-kind" and a few "limited edition" handcrafted gemstone and fossil jewelry pieces using copper and silver. Because gemstones and fossils always vary in color and matrix, any of my handmade gemstone jewelry designs will be unique in some way.

Sunday
Feb062011

Interview by Handmade Gemstone Jewelry

Recently I was contacted by the website, Handmade Gemstone Jewelry, which is a blog run by journalist and handmade jewelry enthusiast, Elizabeth Rowntree of Australia.  I had never really thought about being interviewed, but it could be something interesting to experience, as this would be my first interview ever.  Well, the experience was a good one; and if you don't mind reading about me and how I got to where I am today, the interview can be found at www.HandmadeGemstoneJewelry.com.  ENJOY!