As a child, I tried every craft I could get my hands on. To me, the process of creating something-out-of-nothing was extremely gratifying.  As a teenager, fashioning jewelry became my passion of choice which remains to this day.  

My 'happy place' is sitting at my jewelry station among the endless possibilities of bobbles and beads. It is here I think about my grandmother's ceramic store where countless treasures were curated.  Or my father, a dentist and artisan, constantly working with his hands to fix or forge one-of-a-kind jewelry for his wife, four daughters and son.

Creativity is in my DNA!

Welcome to Designed by Denise where each piece of jewelry is handmade with love.  It is my hope while wearing my treasures, you’ll feel both fashionable and Out-Of-The-Ordinary.

We are all uniquely beautiful and wonderfully made. Embrace your uniqueness and WEAR IT WELL!  😊