I've always loved reading, so it wasn't surprising when I became an English teacher 12 years ago. I still teach full-time, as well as take care of my three little ones, who love to read as much as I do! When I didn't have my nose in a book I was always making some craft, or painting, or working on some project. That too has carried through to adulthood. I find I'm not really happy if I'm not making something or painting murals on my walls! As a teacher, and a mom, I looking for meaning or symbolism in everything I read. I think I got the idea for WristLits when I was trying to teach how to write a good summary. What are the three most important elements of what you just read? Narrow it, narrow it, narrow it. What is most important? What is most significant? We made collages, character suitcases, etc., and then it came to me....what if you had to made a charm bracelet for your character? Which part of the book would be represented? And then I thought....well, you know what, I would love to wear something like that! It took me a while to really put my idea into action, but I am so happy I did! I have a lot of fun hunting down the right charms and beads to represent my favorite books. I get these lovely little pendants from all over the world! The beads I'm using are just beautiful. Each stone is so unique. They are natural gemstones and their colors are just gorgeous. I've searched high and low for the perfect charms which might be silver, bronze, gold plated, faux ivory, etc. I really search to find the perfect charms to compliment the symbols in each story. It has just been so exciting seeing this project come into fruition.I can't stop planning and designing for more books! I find pieces here and there and keep a portfolio of my design ideas so that hopefully, eventually, I can start putting out new designs every month. I hope you love these bracelets (and the stories they're inspired by) as much as I do!

We will be updated regularly with more designs...be sure to check back for your favorite book!

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