J. Elise Designs's Page

About Me:

I am a stay at home mom and a business owner X's 2! I love a full life, but my goal is to eventually have my art as my only business. I am an interior designer, a painter(both decorative and watercolor), and my current obsession is designing beaded jewelry. I have always been fascinated by rocks, having my first rock collection by age 6. I have to say that my favorite stone is turquoise mainly because my grandpa bought me my first turquoise and silver ring when I was very young. I hope you enjoy my work.

I am a/an:

Independent Artist/Designer

(Designers only) I create:

One of a kind and limited edition handmade jewelry and home accessories.

Hi! I am Joslyn Yozwiak and I am doing what I love! I have had several careers, some fulfilling, some not so much, but creating and designing have always been at the core of my being. My latest love has been designing beaded jewelry. I have been a rock hound since I was little(had my first real rock collection at the age of 6) and visiting the gem show in Tucson year after year has only intensified my love. Each year I am amazed at the new cuts and sizes of stones. It always gives me a huge jolt of inspiration. I am also inspired by color; there is not a color I don't like.

Designs, for me, seem to evolve naturally and intuitively. If it doesn't feel right almost immediately, I move on to a different design. I work with semi precious and precious stones, sterling silver and gold vermeil. Turquoise has been one of my favorite stones since my grandfather bought me my first Native American silver and turquoise ring when I was a child. I like to make simple and elegant pieces that have a timeless quality about them. I want them to be able to stand on their own without needing a fad to influence their popularity.

Remember! Life is short! Do what you love!

(Designers only) I am willing to do:

Custom orders, Wholesaling

(Designers only) I have been featured on:

http://88links.blogspot.com/
http://onlythebestofetsy.blogspot.com/
http://moonangelnay.blogspot.com

(Designers only) My work is sold at:

Mangy Moose, Teton Village, WY

Website:

http://jelisedesigns.com

Website #2:

http://jelisedesigns.etsy.com

Favorite Designers/Artists:

Ansel Adams
Frank Lloyd Wright
Van Gogh
My Grandma

Favorite Music/Musicians:

Red Hot Chili Peppers
Sheryl Crowe
Eric Clapton
Bonnie Raite
Willie Nelson
Mary Chapin-Carpenter

Favorite TV Show & Movies:

Lost
Castle
Boston Legal
Young Frankenstein
When Harry Met Sally
What Women Want
Pretty Woman