TINA BIO

It happened in the most quiet, darkest part of the night after her insomnia finally gave in & let her slip into that calm, creative dream state. Vivid images of beautiful pieces of life, objects & memories flashed quickly in her meandering mind. When she awoke, she felt the strongest pull towards manifesting this dream. "I don't know how to do it, but I'll figure it out." Armed with the most compelling feelings of happiness that any dreamer-turned-doer can have, Tina made her first piece of jewelry within 24 hours of that dream. The rest is "herstory." Read more below...

In 2003 B.J.C. (before jewelry career), Tina went searching for a mom’s bracelet for herself....murky territory for someone who doesn’t wear jewelry. One night about a week into her search, a vision of a bracelet popped up in her dream. Search over.

Self-taught since the morning after that dream, Tina has created a special niche based on an intuitive perception of what her customers covet: simple, yet unordinary personal jewelry. Don’t let the word simple fool you...that which draws your eye is an appeal that comes from unique & understated combinations of materials often centered around her handmade pendants & charms. Good stuff.

What started as an abstract moment in her sleep has flourished into a dynamic artpreneurship that has touched many lives. Tina’s work continues to be dictated by her dreams & serendipitous moments. It is also influenced by her beautiful & patient family, amazing circle of friends & supportive customers. Her personal approach is born from her rich upbringing in a large Mexican-Italian family that instilled the gifts of wicked humor, a strong work ethic & a love of diversity. Priceless.

As a side note, Tina is pretty sure her soul is recycled from some good & noteworthy folks from days long gone.....not sure who, but they insist on jewelry that captures a look from days long gone. Timeless.