I began making jewelry about 15 years ago. I was going to a make-it-yourself store so often that they put me to work. I learned how to bead and how to chain. I was certified in Precious Metal Clay, taught classes, and life went on. I continued to make jewelry and had pieces in two different ladies boutiques. I enjoyed it but it didn't set me on fire. Then for my birthday my husband bought me pottery classes. The wheel gives me anxiety so I started doing slab work. There was the fire! My grandmother has always been "my person" and she just recently passed. I do feel like she is driving me and helping me be successful in my endeavors. I create clay works now to honor her and all my ancestors that came before me.