A B O U T

Fashionable and Functional Jewelry in Full Swing

I started making jewelry in 2006 when I was in college at Mercer University studying Elementary Education. I sought a creative outlet from rigorous academics so I taught myself to bead through magazines, books, and experimentation. (YouTube wasn’t available then.). I later gained knowledge and experience at a local bead shop. I honed my skills in different beads and beading techniques so eventually, I became so proficient that I started getting commissions and teaching classes.

I named my store Swing Rope Swing because I remember the rope swing in my grandparents back yard that I would spend hours swaying back and forth on. I love and cherish that innocent and simple experience and gain a lot of inspiration for my work from that light-hearted childhood feeling.

I continue to bead daily and while my artistry, designs, and outlets have evolved and expanded over time, my commitment to quality handmade jewelry has never wavered.

Thanks for wondering about me and for swinging by. Take good care. Kristi