Teresa Kiplinger is a studio jeweler, a poet, and a noted graphic designer. Inspired by lovelorn letters, forgotten hoards, and treasured reliquaries, she works in sterling silver, bronze and steel to create heirloom-quality wearable stories. Specializing in narrative and modern mourning jewelry, she combines handwriting and original poetry with elements of graphic design such as typography, photography and illustration in her distinctive designs. Her expressive work has been featured in exhibitions and Belle Armoire Jewelry Magazine and is worn by soulful women from the Heartland to Hollywood. She accepts custom commissions and also offers a line of ready-to-wear and personalized pieces. Teresa is an active member of the Society of North American Goldsmiths, AIGA, and MJSA. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design degree at Kent State University and she works out of her studio near Cleveland, Ohio.