From Robert: My wife and I met the summer of 2005, and one day while we were at her parents home she brought out her small collection of bead supplies. It instantly became one of our favorite things to do together. We started making bead strung and memory wire jewelry. After some time, we started to experiment with other materials and styles like polymer clay. Tracy has a knack for clay food pieces, and making hemp jewelry. I found I have an infinity towards guitar pic jewelry, and my puzzle piece necklaces that were featured in Bead Trends Magazine in April 2009!

My main contribution to our little shop on the web, now, is my chain maille pieces. I started making chainmaille a few years ago and it instantly "clicked" for me. But I'm a bit of a perfectionist, so my pieces have to be as flawless as possible. I have a few select reputable suppliers I buy my rings from, that offer a vast array of colors, gauges, styles, and precious metals - making creating these pieces like creating a work of art. What is life without color?

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From Tracy: My husband and I, to meet us, you would think... what is going on here. I grew up in Vermont in a very small country lifestyle town. I attended Elmira College and majored in theatre arts and music composition. My husband, however, is a tough and rugged foot ball playing truck driver. But I suppose, opposites attract, yes? We are imperfectly perfect for each other. And we share so much of the same passions in life.

Creating is such a personal experience for me. I grew up in a family of crafters, painters, wood workers, pianists, and small business owners. I guess you could say making beautiful things is etched in my blood. With such wonderful role models in my life, my family has inspired and encouraged me to follow the things that make me happy in life. I feel blessed to be able to share that with others.