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My New Passion!
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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dear Friends, Neighbors, Colleagues, Old Friends and Family</p><p>As many of you who have known me over the years know I have always had a keen interest in &quot;the arts.&quot;&nbsp; Whether it was oil painting, flower arrangement, antiques, interior design, masks or various forms of crafts, I have always designed, created, and studied in various mediums.</p><p>A few years ago I visited a jewelry store on the Cape that specialized in making jewelry out of vintage pieces and was fascinated.&nbsp; I began saving designs and pictures for use one day, when I had more time.</p><p>A year ago while having lunch with a couple friends, the subject of jewelry came up and when my friend Leslie mentioned her interest in vintage jewelry, I was &quot;hooked.&quot;&nbsp; We immediately started taking courses together as far away as Maine and I haven't stopped making jewelry since!</p><p>Most of my pieces begin with a vintage piece such as crystals, pearls, a broach, or ring and even vintage buttons.&nbsp; Each piece is one of a kind creation.&nbsp; I use Freshwater Pearls, Sterling Silver, Gold Vermeil, and Semi-Precious Stones.</p><p>Please take a minute to look at some of my work on this site.&nbsp; I would love to hear from you and would value your opinion.&nbsp; Sign my guestbook and let me know what you think!&nbsp; Also, if you have an old family piece such as a cameo, brooch, or pendant, I would love to create something for you or you can purchase a piece already made.&nbsp; The holidays are upon us and these make truly unique gifts!</p><p>Happy Holidays To All!</p><p>Jean </p>
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