Lynn Schmitt
"I have designed and created all of the jewelry - most are one-of-a-kind. I hope you find a piece that speaks to you."
I'm inspired by the varying colors of nature; Victorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs; lacy wrought iron and geometric shapes. My designs range from delicate and complex to sleek and simple. |
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Design Direction
Currently, I'm making metal the focus of my designs. I use silver, copper, brass and bronze in my pieces. By bending, forming and hammering metal into geometric and fanciful shapes, and then combining it with various gemstones and other unusual finds, I am able to create beautiful and contemporary jewelry. While a style or concept may be similar, each piece I make is unique. I frequently work with customers to create special pieces that reflect their interests and tastes. Contact me if you'd like to discuss having a piece made just for you. |
A Little Background
Since childhood, I have always been a creator. First - clothes for my dolls and then for myself. I explored knitting, needlework, block printing and many other hand crafts. In 2004 I was looking for jewelry to coordinate with Victorian costumes and couldn't find just the right thing. So I began making my own and found I wasn't able to stop. Luckily, I had just retired from a career in the software industry and so could focus completely on all things jewelry. In 2005, I started Slinky Lynnx Chic to make my designs available to others who were also looking for something different.
From the beginning of my jewelry career, I have explored and become proficient in many design and jewelry techniques. I am primarily self-taught and have an extensive library covering every facet of jewelry-making from selecting components to fabricating a piece. I'm continually refining my jewelry-making techniques and am always adding new ones to my repertoire. Whatever technique I use, I concentrate on creating jewelry that is lovely to look at, comfortable to wear, and durable.
I am passionate about gemology and share that passion in a monthly column for a local publication. My column focuses on the history and folklore of gemstones, as well as jewelry style and design. I also share this information in my blog and in the Jewelry Facets pages of this website. And, if you'd like to learn how to make your own jewelry, contact me so we can design a lesson just for you.
Since childhood, I have always been a creator. First - clothes for my dolls and then for myself. I explored knitting, needlework, block printing and many other hand crafts. In 2004 I was looking for jewelry to coordinate with Victorian costumes and couldn't find just the right thing. So I began making my own and found I wasn't able to stop. Luckily, I had just retired from a career in the software industry and so could focus completely on all things jewelry. In 2005, I started Slinky Lynnx Chic to make my designs available to others who were also looking for something different.
From the beginning of my jewelry career, I have explored and become proficient in many design and jewelry techniques. I am primarily self-taught and have an extensive library covering every facet of jewelry-making from selecting components to fabricating a piece. I'm continually refining my jewelry-making techniques and am always adding new ones to my repertoire. Whatever technique I use, I concentrate on creating jewelry that is lovely to look at, comfortable to wear, and durable.
I am passionate about gemology and share that passion in a monthly column for a local publication. My column focuses on the history and folklore of gemstones, as well as jewelry style and design. I also share this information in my blog and in the Jewelry Facets pages of this website. And, if you'd like to learn how to make your own jewelry, contact me so we can design a lesson just for you.
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On the Personal Side
I live in the mountains of north central Arizona where the beauty of the desert, mountains, and ever-changing sky influences my designs. The image to the left is what I see from my workbench. I share my home with two dogs - Ella and Kayla - and three cats - Ebony, Onyx and Oreo. They keep me amused with their antics. When I'm not making jewelry, you'll find me curled up with a good book. Mysteries and histories particularly about the Victorian era are among my favorites. |
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Professional Memberships
- Association for the Study of Jewelry & Related Arts
- Granite Mountain Jewelry Artists
- Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America
- Mountain Artists Guild
- Prescott Gem & Mineral Club
- Society of North American Goldsmiths
- Sonoran Arts League