Some of my earliest memories of jewelry are from afternoons spent at my Nana's house, digging through her box of "junk jewelry." It was filled with old costume pieces, colorful stones, interesting shapes, and all sorts of textures. She may have considered it junk, but to me it was a treasure chest. I could spend hours exploring what was inside.

Making things has always been part of who I am. I grew up drawing, painting, sewing, and trying just about anything that involved working with my hands. I considered art school, but ultimately chose business school. It was the practical decision, although my interest in creating never went away.

Then a broken prong on my engagement ring changed everything. After wearing the ring for 15 years, I decided to have it redesigned rather than simply repaired. Being involved in that process opened my eyes to the world of jewelry making, and in 2015 I signed up for my first metalsmithing class. I was hooked. There was something about working directly with the metal, experimenting with techniques, and creating something tangible that just clicked.

Looking back, I can see the connection between that little girl sorting through her Nana's jewelry and the work I make today. I'm still drawn to interesting textures, unusual details, and pieces that have character. Only now, I'm the one making them. And I love the thought that something I create today might be worn and treasured for years, eventually becoming part of someone else's history.

"Creative work is a gift to the world and every being in it. Don't cheat us of your contribution. Give us what you've got." -Steven Pressfield

Those words encouraged me to share what I was making rather than keeping it to myself. That's how KFinn Designs began. I'm glad you've found your way here.

XO
Kelly Finn