My affinity for crafting originated with my father, who designed and created intricate
furniture as a hobby.  Many of his pieces still adorn my home.  Over the years, I enjoyed
experimenting with a variety of decorative crafts, which found an outlet when I had
children. 
In May, 2021, I lost my sister to cancer.  She left behind two amazing sons... and quite
an assortment of beautiful jewelry.  Being raised in the Alaskan outdoors, my nephews
had little use for or interest in jewelry, yet I wanted them to share in their mother's gifts
and to have something personal to treasure.  With that in mind, I made a mezuzah for
each from polymer clay, using stones and gems from my sister's collection to adorn
them.
I found I loved working with polymer clay because it is such versatile medium, lending
itself to endless designs using any combination of colors, inclusions, embellishments
and styles, making each piece truly unique.​
My sister always encouraged my creative side.  Her untimely passing inspired me to
leave my occupation as an attorney and embark upon more enjoyable and fulfilling
pursuits.  So here I am...