I was a nomad for many years, and supported myself by making this knotted jewelry (macrame), incorporating nylon colored threads, beads, and semi-precious stones. Thus the name nomadic knotwork.
The jewelry fed, clothed, and moved me throughout this lovely planet for 25 years,
so I am very thankful for the joy this gift has brought me.
Having lived mostly in Asia and South America, the influences and color of the various tribal cultures merged with my heart and inspired my art, resulting in the creations I have enjoyed making all these years.

Now I am less of a gypsy and have a home in Bali, Indonesia with my cats, fish, wild birds, reptiles, and beautiful friends. I work with three lovely Balinese ladies and we try to put all our good feelings into each unique piece. I dye the threads to get the exact colors I want, and choose the stones I feel are most radiant.
We actually sing often as we weave a prayer into the threads that these colors and forms will make you glad also.
This jewelry is light to wear and becomes softer with age. 
It is washable with gentle soap and toothbrush.

I think of it as a modern tribal jewelry, the tribe is the universe and all are included, where there are no boundaries and we are one.

Photos are of Bracelet and Necklace Sets

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