Have you ever seen something and thought to yourself, "I want to be able to do that!"? Well, that is how Caro Designs got started! I was visiting my sister in Asheville about 12 years ago and she showed me a pair of earrings that a friend of hers had made. I was blown away. I couldn't believe that someone had made them! From there, I bought books, supplies and the tools I needed to teach myself how to make my own jewelry. After about 8 years, I took a few private classes on metalsmithing and I was completely in love! In early 2018, my best friend, Sarah, approached me with a business opportunity.... she wanted to join forces and take Caro Designs full time. We opened the studio April 1st, 2018 and while she handled the business end, I focused on the designing, making and running the studio. We had a blast! We parted ways in 2019 - but don't worry, we are still best friends! Wouldn’t be here without her! ARTIST STATEMENT Like many artists, my style has changed and morphed over the years. Nowadays, I am creating pieces in my studio that are all near and dear to my heart. My work features quality gems and mixed metals. I have been able to successfully creating two lines that are different, yet alike, and still appeal to many women. My cold-connection work features many sharp angles and geometric patterns, while incorporating organic shapes, softening them up. My metalwork pieces take on lives of their own, as I pull most of my inspiration from the stones.