I have always loved jewelry; whether it is in the form of a bold necklace that acts a centerpiece or a delicate pair of earrings that subtly compliment an outfit, I am never without it.
After enrolling in a silversmithing course in 2006, I found that I had a desire to experiment with forming, cutting and coloring metal. The excitement at seeing my work take shape into wearable pieces of jewelry led me to create Mezze Designs.
Every culture has some form of personal adornment which hints at it's traditions and beliefs. The way a person choses to exhibit this by way of jewelry gives us an insight into their personality, style and locale. Drawing upon these ideas, I am heavily influenced by my metropolitan surroundings and travels. I am constantly creating new styles that range from simplistic and daring to whimsical and industrial.
The beauty of handcrafted jewelry lies in fact that each piece is inherently unique. I hope you enjoy wearing the jewelry as much as I enjoy creating it.
Rachael DePasquale
blog: http://verdurechronicles.blogspot.com/