Our Story

I have always had a passion for accessories - more jewelry, earrings and scarves than anyone ever really needed or had space for.

My interest in creating jewelry started in 2011 when I fashioned pieces for my bridesmaids to wear on my wedding day. These pieces weren't perfect, but I wanted to create something unique for my ladies, who had supported me through some challenging times.

When my boys were born, I found the need to get creative with accessorizing, as they were often grabbing at my necklaces and earrings. After discovering silicone as a child safe material, I decided to design and fabricate some of my own necklaces, in hopes of finding balance with items that appeased the kids but were also somewhat stylish (I still wear these on occasion).

How I landed on Beach Glass in Resin:

I grew up in a mining town, the largest city in Northern Ontario. Through my youth, I was fortunate enough to have access to many of the Province's incredible natural resources; but I also witnessed the impact of industrial pollution on the environment, and how it ravaged the fragile landscape in some of the surrounding areas. 

When re-greening efforts and awareness gained steam in the early 2000s, I had the desire to someday create art out of refuse ("found objects") or byproducts of industry.

This idea further evolved in 2019, when my dad was diagnosed with Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer.

I spent many nights walking along lake Ontario, with a close friend, seeking solace in nature. It was during these excursions that I also started collecting beach glass and other man made materials along the shore. My thought was that I would start making pendants or other pieces out of epoxy resin, encapsulating these wonderful finds that had been weathered (and shaped) by the water and environment. 

Unfortunately, this progress stalled when my dad passed away in August of that year. His loss was absolutely devastating for our entire family. When I finally seemed to find my footing (in early 2020), the world was then shut down by a global pandemic. For almost two years I felt like I had lost my creative outlet. But in December 2021 my husband bought me epoxy resin and molds for Christmas, and he told me that I needed to do it.

It was then that “Ruby & Revival” was born.

Through this craft, I hope to be able to breath new life into materials that would otherwise be thrown into a landfill, or pollute our fragile ecosystems.

I have also created new pieces using a range of materials: semi-precious stones, crystal, glass, and lead free metals etc. 

I owe a great deal of gratitude to my two sons, who are 5 and 7 years old. They have helped inspire some of my designs and have named all the pieces for me.

Ruby & Revival Studio has helped restore my sense of joy and exploration. I hope it will bring joy to others too.