Click on the image to see a video of Stephanie drawing and painting her signature design,EMPI Cuff, see if you can find the Swallow in this design as she draws the cuff.

You will find the Swallow in all of the EMPI collection jewelry.

After 20 years of training in Shotokan Karate at Takahashi Dojo in Amityville, karate has become a part of me...

Whether it’s a trunk show, charity event, jewelry show or a craft show, indoor or outdoor, time is what you need. As the day or weekend approaches, the craze begins. It’s like hosting several unique parties a year. It’s important to be creative, efficient and look your best....

Understanding what vermeil is and how to pronounce it is quite easy. It’s pronounced “ver-may.” This age-old technique that’s been around for centuries has been improved upon and is still highly desired....

The lines these days are blurred. Lately, fads, trends and fashion are blending, even in jewelry. Sometimes it’s a Pantone color for the season, a bracelet, a necklace or a vintage feel that steals the show and catches the media’s eye....

Photographing my Jewelry can be as challenging as designing but also it is important for it to be fun as the days can be long.....

What a ride it’s been for me, moving and grooving, exploring and learning the ins and outs of the amazing world of 47th Street and beyond.....

As I reflect today, I want to give a shout out to all the fabulous teachers and professors that help guide and encourage our dreams. I knew when I was 15, I was going to be a jewelry designer.....