Hello, My name is Peggy and grew up in northern Wisconsin, a few years in Alaska and Colorado. Now my husband, James and I have moved to Missouri. I remember at my grandmother's home it was full of antiques but I loved to look thru her jewelry box to see what I might find. The more years I live, the more I've come to appreciate the beauty and elegance in vintage jewelry. The past is taking over as I grow older especially as see all the sparkling jewelry. I not only collect vintage jewelry, I also enjoy seeing what the young girls are wearing -- reincarnated versions of jewelry of the past. I love estate sales and auctions to see what kind of goodies I can find. I not only purchase vintage costume jewelry but I also create my own line and love to do special orders. I have opened a "Children's" line of jewelry and my granddaughter just loves what I make for her. I collect Victorian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau jewelry. My collection grows everyday, I have a special interest for rings, necklaces and earrings. My graphic arts degree helps me understand the fashion and how it was done. Let's say I never worry about accessories for an outfit for I have over 1,200 items to choose from.