 Andante
Designer Jewelry
My name is Leigh Allen . My jewelry
is called Andante, which is a musical term meaning to move
moderately slow, but distinct
and flowing; because making and designing jewelry is a very
creative and time consuming process.
I
grew up in a business family and had my first business by
the
age of 22. I have always
had a love of art and music, and
a deep love of nature and the outdoors. When I go for walks
I’m filled with peace and wonder at all the beauty
I see here in the Pacific Northwest. God gave us so many
beautiful
gifts in nature. It is truly a gift from God to be able to
pick up a rock or a piece of petrified wood, cut and polish
it, and turn it into a piece of jewelry. I find my inspiration
from the natural beauty that surrounds me every day. I really
can’t take credit for my designs, because when I start
creating a piece of jewelry I know it comes from a much higher
power. I feel the invisible hand of God guiding me every
step of the creative process. For me, I am truly blessed
to fuse
elements God has created in nature with the inspiration He
gives me to create a piece of unique wearable art. I love
what I do and I hope it shows in my work. I create each piece
of
jewelry with love, and I am honored each and every time someone
purchases my jewelry.
I
also believe you reap what you sow in life, and to this end
I believe everyone must give back
to those in need. I
donate
pieces of my jewelry for charitable causes that have special
meaning to me, like the Houston Heart Association, Chuck
Norris’ KickStart
in Houston Texas, the YWCA domestic violence prevention and
intervention programs, Oprah’s Angel Network - Katrina
Fund and Habitat for Humanity just to name a few. I do several
donations in and around Washington State as well
I
have a small studio in my home in beautiful Washington
State. I
work with sterling silver & 14 Kt. gold, precious & semi
precious gemstones, AAA quality freshwater and cultured pearls,
Murano Venetian glass and base metals. For the woman who
wants presence, panache, and sophisticated elegance, there
is no
better way to express your unique personality than by the
apparel and accessories you choose to wear. I truly believe
that Jewelry
can be more than an adornment. It’s a way of sharing
your individuality. As
the Owner/Designer of Andante Designer Jewelry I only use
top quality materials and I hand make
and design only
one of
a kind jewelry that is perfect for the person looking for
a Classic Sophisticated Style. It is designed to achieve
an elegance
that is sure to accentuate your wardrobe. I believe that
my jewelry will capture and evoke beauty and personality
that
is as individual as you are. You will find my Jewelry Designs
in Fine Art Galleries…. On Bainbridge Island, Whidbey
Island, Seattle, Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Port Townsend,
Gig Harbor, and Ilwaco in Washington State.
I
am blessed with a beautiful daughter who lives within a few
miles
of me. I live with my wonderful husband who
is
an attorney
who advocates for injured workers. I have two yorkies,
Tazzie, and Annie, and a Amazon parrot, who has the biggest
attitude
despite being the smallest member of the household.
I
love the art of creating jewelry. It is truly one of
my passions, along with music, animals and the environment.
Sincerely,
Leigh
Allen
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