As a creative person, and a long time jewelry designer, I am still surprised by where or how I get my inspiration.

I have times, like other creatives, when nothing comes to mind. I get frustrated but that acts as a block so I let it go. When I relax and don't think about it, ideas come.

I will suddenly get an idea from a shape or a colour or a combination of shapes or colours. I love textures and contrasts, balance and the unexpected. I am inspired by moments or people or places.

This season, I am again grateful that my imagination leads the way. The time of year also inspires me. Fresh cut grass, green leaves, ocean, weathered stones, warm tones, shapes, motion, feelings are the themes for my latest collection.

The collection of beads, chains, shapes, colours I used as my inspiration have all been transformed into new pieces to celebrate everything or to just be. The key is to enjoy.

L - R - Opportunity; Carlisle earrings; Tranquility; Fiesta; Carlisle; Siena; Cinnabar Aqua; Honey; Abundance Galora.