real stories from 'even' people:
check this out! I'm in this cool video!
"Judi's jewellery should come with a warning: wear
only if you have time to take compliments."
Sandy Ibrahim, Victoria, BC
"I was at the One of a Kind Show in Toronto this past Friday and bought a 1x4 brick necklace. I just wanted to tell you that the necklace is a hit! I’ve had so many compliments on it – and I’ve only worn the one day! Not to take away anything from other jewellery designers, but your stuff is always made to last, a lot of fun and definitely different!"
Daniela Di Giantomasso, Toronto, Ont.
Judi's designs are not only strikingly attractive, they are also
very practical. Designer jewellery that can indicate when you are about
to fall over and then which direction you are lying once you have�
will prove invaluable to binge drinkers and the incurably clumsy world-wide.
Murgle, Brisbane, Australia
"And, quite seriously, I don't know when I've received
anything as whimsical and innately beautiful at the same time as the slug
ring. I think it may well be my favourite gift, ever. You must convey my
appreciation of its artistry to the maker!"
via Elizabeth Derbecker, Toronto, Ontario
Hi Judi.
I just wanted to share this story with you. Check out my website
and you'll see exactly why finding your work was so important to me. I'm
sure that this story will make it's way into a speaking engagement at some
time as on those events I adorn myself with my full array of balance jewelry.
Amazon.ca: Life Is a Balancing ACT: Books: Debbie Lessin
Keep up the beautiful design work! Hope this story starts your week off
on a fun note!
Debbie Lessin, Chicago, USA
Hi Judi. Just a quick note to tell you how thrilled I was to receive
a very special 'level' necklace today as a 15th anniversary gift from my
husband, Brian. I had met you briefly at the One of a Kind in Toronto this
Spring, and instantly fell in love with your creative flair! Your card was
on our refrigerator, and Brian must have thought it was a hint, when really,
I just enjoyed looking at it! Needless to say, it was a lovely surprise
-- and believe me, balance is something I need more of in my life, so this
is a wonderful reminder of that. I have treasured pieces from other artists
you may know - Lisa Ridout and Stan Tait among them, and I am delighted
to add this to my collection! The compass necklace would also have been
a terrific choice, as I have a terrible sense of direction, the 'barrel
of monkeys' bracelet is so playful it's adorable too -- your designs are
just great. Thanks again!
Kind regards,
Laurie Hall, Ontario
I have to tell you...this was by far the best, and most appreciated,
gift I bought this year! It was worn by my friend with love to a winter
solstice celebration the day I gave it to her. She absolutely loves it,
and couldn't stop talking about it for a week. Thank you so much for a beautiful
design!
Liz Mabry, Ontario
I love to wear my "Barrel of Monkeys" bracelet out and about.
Because it is such a wonderful throw-back to childhood, it often elicits
great memories for people who notice it.
Danielle Marleau Vancouver, BC
I have received your Level Necklace as a birthday present from my son
Tomas. I wear it almost all the time and I love wearing it for two reasons
- 1. it's unique and beautiful, and 2. it's a great conversation piece.
I get comments about it from the people I know and even from strangers almost
every day. Women usually say how much they love the necklace and how beautiful
it is, the men almost always make a comment such as "are you always
in level?", "do you work in construction?" etc. I got comments
from my family doctor, friend's daughter, sales lady at Home Depot, flight
attendant on a flight from Frankfut, Germany to Toronto - just to name a
few.
I got another comment today - "what a beautiful necklace, it's so cool!"
from a sales lady at a grocery store. She asked where I got it. I told her
and I have been telling people that Judi will be at a One of a kind show
in Toronto. I think she'll be very busy ;)
Judy Jirku, Ontario
Now as far as the bracelet goes. I LOVE IT!!! I've been wearing it
since the moment it was opened and I don't wear any jewellery at all usually.
It seems somehow fitting on me. there are two direct, somewhat predictable
representations for me in it. One being the balances within life (corny
but always at the for front of my mind), and also the relationship between
art and math. I think you do lovely work. Thank you. I treasure it.
Kevin Fox - Toronto, Ontario
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