http://artisandesigngallery.com/artist/carol-lipworth-designs/rss/rss/   Carol's signature designs blend raw, organic shapes and materials with finely finished gemstones and freshwater pearls to create one-of-a-kind statement pieces.  Every design is conceptualized and handcrafted by Carol in her Houston design studio and many are conceived while traveling the world for ideas and inspiration.  "I design for women who have a strong sense of style and enjoy making a statement when they walk into a room.  I like to surprise my customers with designs and color combinations they've never seen before.  My signature is mixing colors, shapes and textures that are unexpected, yet beautiful put together.  It's that magical mix of color, style and innovative design that sets my jewelry apart." The concept for Carol Lipworth Designs had its start in 2004.  After owning and running a boutique hotel on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, Carol and her husband, Steve, converted the hotel into their home and retired there.  With new found time on her hands and surrounded by the natural beauty of the jungle and ocean, Carol was inspired to begin designing and creating jewelry, something she had always dreamed of doing.  Her natural gift for combining colors, shapes, and textures was immediately apparent in her designs and soon she was selling her work in galleries and boutiques. Carol has turned her passion for creating beautiful things into a thriving jewelry business based in Houston, Texas. Artist bio courtesy of Carol Lipworth Designs en-us Wed, 22 May 2013 04:33:29 -0400 290 81 http://artisandesigngallery.com http://artisandesigngallery.com/css/img/artisan-design-gallery.jpg