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According to my mother I made my first piece of jewelry when I was 4 years old and I have loved everything about adornment ever since. I am inspired by courage, kindness, leaps of faith, passion and beauty. I am self-taught and am driven to create. The process of coming up with new designs is what keeps me excited about what I do. The ideas for my original designs come from within, sometimes in complete picture-images and often in unexpected detours. My jewelry is created only by me with gemstones, pearls and the highest quality sterling silver.

Prior to recognizing my need to create as a profession, I had a career in the corporate world and another in the human rights field. When the inevitable burn-out hit me hard, it was time to work with women in another way by creating beautiful pieces to lift spirits and bring comfort where needed.

Alison Designs was formed in 2000 in Connecticut. Many of my pieces are one of a kind and I make each one of them lovingly. My work can be found at Art & Craft Shows throughout New England and boutiques as well as my best friends’ jewelry boxes.