For me, one of the most important aspects of design is iteration, iteration, iteration. Ideas for new pieces often come to me when I least expect it: while walking on the beach, taking a shower, during a meditation session or while driving. Ideas tend to arrive at rather inconvenient [...]
While I love to embrace each season for what it is, I cannot WAIT for spring. Not only am I keeping busy getting my house organized and ready for the warmer months, I’m also sorting through all kinds of beautiful goodies for CMD's Metal Madness Sale! This annual event began as our Samples & Seconds Sale [...]
I’ve been in business for 17+ years and I absolutely love talking shop, especially with other small business owners. I have lots of my own ideas and sometimes (strong) opinions about things I’ve learned along the way. It’s always so interesting and thrilling to hear other people’s perspectives, too. [...]
My mom always says that even as a little tot, I was a perfectionist. I've always been deliberate and intentional – I took my time. When I finally did start walking at 16 months, I cruised clear across the room like I owned the place. As a kid, my space was always neat and organized [...]
If you know me well on a personal level, you’d know that I’m the type of person who likes to “make things happen.” If I’m honest, it’s one of my strongest personality traits and a bit the Aries in me. With that, I’m also a self-proclaimed procrastinator and things often take me longer [...]
I had the idea for this limited edition 'Spread the Love' necklace during a recent product development meeting with Sam. In all the years I’ve been designing jewelry, I’ve never been compelled to design a heart shaped anything. I do love drawing hearts and if you've ever received [...]
When I meet with customers, one question that I consistently get asked is, “Colleen, how do you suggest I clean my jewelry?” I have so many answers to this question but my go-to solution for a quick shine-up for any of my jewelry is to grab the good ole Dawn Dish Soap. You can find this amazing solution at any major [...]
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“What’s the right way to stack, Colleen? How many rings is too much?” No such thing, my friends! I always feel so inspired after my Dream Stack appointments. I love learning about you, your style and watching it all come together in the form of a stack. stack form. Starting this [...]
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It’s that time of year again, friends and wow…how the time does fly. Each December, as I bid the year farewell, I like to take some time to reflect and share with you. I also love pondering on previous years and since journaling is a regular part of my routine, it makes it easy to look [...]
One of my favorite holiday traditions is to make handmade ornaments to give to family and friends – and to keep for my own tree! This year, my niece, nephew and I made dehydrated limes and oranges and glitter them to make really festive ornaments. This is the perfect project for kids, too. [..]
