Handmade Jewelry for any occasion.

Since the 1980s, Carrie Tahquechi has been fascinated by beads and jewelry creation. She experimented with various techniques of jewelry making, such as enamel, lampwork beads, bead stringing, bead weaving, chainmaille, metal work, and many others, after raising her twins. In 2003, she decided to concentrate on custom specialty designs that showcase her diverse skills. Carrie T Designs was established and new collections are released every three months.

Carrie crafts every piece of jewelry by hand in her studio. She uses carefully chosen beads and focals to create designs that spark conversations and stand out. Each of her jewelry creations is a unique and special work of art.

From the smallest earrings to the larger bead embroidery pieces Carrie T. Designs has something perfect for you.

A focus on education

Carrie has a passion for teaching bead embroidery and project design to students of all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn the basics of beading, or an advanced learner who wants to create your own original designs, she can help you achieve your goals. Carrie has been teaching since 2015, and she loves to share her knowledge and experience with others. If you are interested in learning more about this beautiful and creative art form, please contact her and let her know what you would like to learn.