Kathy Rutiman

I started making jewelry about 7 years ago in response to a ever growing Christmas gift list. I had over 30 employees, mostly woman. Jewelry was usually likes by most and it was easy to wrap and transport.

After giving a friend her wedding jewelry as a gift, I discovered that I really liked making wedding jewelry and accessories just because the crystals and pearls are just so beautiful. My web site tends to lean slightly in that direction.

In addition, I've acquired an autoimmune disease and, with the progressively worsening symptoms, I had to retire early. Making jewelry keeps me sane.

Classic Pearl Illusion Necklace Project

Classic Pearl Illusion Necklace

An illusion necklace is much easier than it looks! The cord, sold on some beading websites, is called invisible cord or illusion cord. It is also sold as fishing line and the technical name is monofilament. I’ve seen it in black and a translucent white, so this necklace can be made for light and darker skin […]

Wine Glass Charm Project

Wine Glass Charm

These are easy to make and make great gifts. Most people really like them. You will need: Fringe Beads – about 40 or 50 per charm in the varying colors of grapes (purple, blue, green, gold, red, etc.). Leaf Beads – 2 per charm approximately 10 mm (you can also use leaf pendant style beads […]

Memories Bracelet Project

Memories Bracelet

This 36 inch bracelet, strung on memory wire, is made with mother of pearl beads, Swarovski round and AB crystal bicone beads and Swarovski fireballs. A friend’s deeply cut in halter top wedding gown inspired me to make this. She wrapped it around her upper arm. The ends of the memory wire can be finished […]