My father, a 100% Italian, single dad, poured that creativity into everything, from building our home to handcrafting a wooden kitchen set that quickly became a space for imagination. That little kitchen setup became my first “studio,” a space where imagination was encouraged and making was simply part of everyday life.  

That same kitchen set has been shared with my siblings, and later passed down to my children, nephews, and now my grandchildren. A full-circle kind of legacy that continues to spark creativity, storytelling, and play. I hope that it keeps inspiring hands-on moments for generations to come.

That creative spirit shows up in everything I do. Sometimes, it’s a no-recipe meal built from what’s in the fridge. Other times, it’s a stitched piece with a story behind the fabric or a found object reshaped and reimagined. Whether it’s food, fabric, or form, my work is always grounded in intention, not perfect, but personal.

Out of necessity, I earned my paralegal degree and spent years working in law and compliance, a path that offered structure and stability but didn’t reflect how I saw or shaped the world. Eventually, I had a moment of clarity: I needed to return to work that felt hands-on, expressive, and alive.

That realization led me back to school, where I began pursuing a creative path. This journey has been transformative; after obtaining my Bachelor's degree in Textile Merchandising and Design, I am now just a few classes away from completing my Master's degree in the same field. This experience has invigorated my passion for the industry and deepened my knowledge, allowing me to embrace my aspirations fully. I now realize I need to be in a space where ideas are hands-on, imperfect, and constantly evolving. I am building a life around the things I value most: connection, creativity, and creating something meaningful from my surroundings.