My Story

                             

Jewelry as Unique as your journey - that is what my life has been. Now I get to create jewelry as part of my life's journey.

I was born in Zambia and moved to South Africa as a teenager. I immigrated to the USA from South Africa, with my husband and 2 young boys to start a new adventure right here in Arizona. We arrived 2 months after 9/11, not knowing much about where we were going to be living and work. I am a nurse and came across as an international Travel nurse. Having been here for a period of time, we have made a life for ourselves and my boys are grown and living their lives.

Why jewelry? 

I am self-taught after my friend introduced me to jewelry making. It created an obsession in making - bracelets, necklaces and earrings. There is so much to choose from when creating one-of-a-kind jewelry - different beads and colors, gemstones and now being able to create my choice of colors through polymer clay. Through making jewelry I am able to stay connected to my roots in Africa, creating necklaces that have a connection to the animals of Africa, making jewelry that connects to the ocean.  I get to create a journey with the beads that I find in different places that I have visited, bringing my life's journey to you, so that you can continue the journey. 

I make each and every piece of jewelry for the woman who embrace life's journey - who can balance career, adventure and self-expression with grace. I create timeless designs that are individual and meaningful. When you purchase a piece of River Jewels you are buying a piece of art made from the heart. 

I would love to work with you in creating a piece of your own if you cannot find something special on the website. Let me know.

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