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Handmade, modern, colorbursting, affordable, gemstones

in Featured Crafters, Handmade, Jewelry on 23/09/11

I started making little bracelets for my pediatric patients to bribe them, oops, I mean motivate them. Since I was a child, I collected beads and stones and never knew why. Now I know why!

NORAH DOWNEY

Random Facts About You?

1. I am a pediatric physical therapist in my "other life"
2. I work with horses, using their movement as part if my therapy. It is called Hippotherapy (Hippo=Horse in Greek) I don't use hippopotamus for my therapy. They never listen.
3. I am a self taught jeweler
4. I have two rescue dogs, when I adopted one he was blind and brain-damaged. He is the sweetest guy ever!



What got you started crafting?

I started making little bracelets for my pediatric patients to bribe them, oops, I mean motivate them. Since I was a child, I collected beads and stones and never knew why. Now I know why!



What is your source of inspiration?

Color. Natural color.



What have you made recently?

I recently made these handknotted extra long necklaces that doubled as a wrap bracelet. I used gold beading thread and gloriously light filtering small glass beads. Each was different. All were sold and I need to make more!





Where do you sell your crafts presently?

I sell online only. Right now, just on Etsy. My website will be soon. I also have small viewings in my home studio, by appointment.



Why are handmade crafts important to you?

I like the personal connection to the maker.
I like the economic aspect of buying goods made from reclaimed or re-used materials
I like well-made items that will last a lifetime
I like having something special that there is only one of.



Find Me

Location
Nyack, NY

Email Address
NORAH DOWNEY

Personal Website
http://yourdailyjewel.com

Store Website
http://www.yourdailyjewels.etsy.com

Coupon Code for Store
Heart830
Twitter
@yourdailyjewels

Facebook
http://facebook.com/yourdailyjewels

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