Cool Water Jewelry was conceived and launched in 1994 when we lived on a small ranch in the foothills of Montana’s rugged Beartooth Mountains. Breathtaking scenery, clean air, a restful way of life…All this really does make Montana “God’s Country.” I love materials that are earthy and rugged! I have always found myself drawn to the raw, the rough, the weathered…but recently I have discovered the fun of working with more delicate shapes and shimmering hues. Mixing such differing components into a piece of jewelry is a fascinating, creative journey! Some of the materials I use come from remote regions of the world: India, Africa, Thailand, Israel, Austria, and the Czech Republic. All of our pieces are made here in Montana, by local ladies in Joliet, a tiny town with breathtaking views of the Beartooths, part of the great Rocky Mountain Range. We use only the finest materials: beautiful semi-precious gemstones like turquoise, lapis, labradorite, coral, amethyst, and amazonite. We embellish all these beautiful gemstones with gorgeous freshwater pearls, vivid trade beads, and vintage American coins. I love working with these coins and feeling as if I’m holding a piece of our American heritage. I meticulously handcraft each piece into art/jewelry that is rustic, original. fluid, often even wonderfully “musical”…for a style that is casual yet classy, simple yet elegant. I hope you enjoy your Cool Water Jewelry, and that for you, it does reflect the rustic beauty of Montana!