joan
maxwell . . .
The Beginning . . .
In my
early 40’s, after spending years in interior design marketing, I
decided to use my creativity and energy in another field.
I began buying beads! I love
vintage jewelry, and I love Swarovski crystal!
I bought
everything that looked interesting, so I often found
contemporary, as well as antique pieces.
(Photo:
Joan, with husband Rod, in their garden. Rod is an award winning interior designer
who also loves to
bead -- in his spare time!)
After
collecting boxes of clasps, beads, findings and chain, I created my
trademark piece – the charm bracelet. Each season, I design at least 20
different charm bracelets – in varying color ways and materials. I also
design complementary earrings and necklaces. Materials used in my
designs are sterling silver, gold-fill, Swarovski crystal, freshwater
pearl, semi-precious stones, vintage chain, Victorian buttons and pins.
Philosophy
. . .
I do not follow trends. I concentrate on good, classic designs which my
clients can wear today and twenty years from today. I make what I like
– usually based on some vintage piece I own or have seen. I collect
Miriam Haskell, Trifari, BSK, Kramer, Deco pieces – all inspirations for
my own collection. My client base is loyal, and continues to grow.
Clients tell me they wear my jewelry on an “every day” basis. Some wear
only my pieces.
Website
. . .
In 2005, I launched my website at
www.joanmaxwell.com, reaching the world
with my designs. My collection is available only through
boutique shows and the website |
