Always Inspired

As a long-time dreamer, I've always been kindly referred to as a gypsy by friends and family. My dad said when it comes to me and jewelry I was like a fish to a lure. In 2014, I suffered a complex Achilles tendon injury. My mom would drive an hour every Sunday to take me to church, but after months of a hand colored thank you cards, she suggested I get a hobby.  She reminded me that my Aunt Kathy taught me to make jewelry, and maybe I could have some fun with that. Still injured, I started to watch videos to perfect my techniques.  I needed a name for my "hobby" and Bed Side Beading sounded like I was going to be stuck forever, instead I decided to go with Castaway as a play on my ankle "cast away."

And so the dream began.

Gypsy Castaway has a wide variety of jewelry all from the heart of a true gypsy, pirate, mermaid soul. Beach combing and treasure hunting became addictive and now I take treasures- think shells, sea glass, sea pottery, and sharks teeth- and make them into something truly unique and special. I also love working on 101 Ways to Wild Turkey- which features turkey and duck feathers, deer antlers, and even shotgun shells on occasion. However. We all know Baseball is my Boyfriend, so check back for new baseball jewelry!

I create a variety or pieces, because I'm a variety of passions, you'll see that blues and ocean themes influence a lot of my work. I love making jewelry in teal and black to match my Alma Mater, Coastal Carolina.  I'm perfectly content always being the bridesmaid and never the bride, so I enjoy creating bridal party jewelry. I want your wedding day to be as special for your party as it is for the bride, so I enjoy taking your wedding colors and turning them into beautiful custom bridesmaid treasures.


I'm always up for a challenge, so send me an idea, and I'm going to help make it your idea of perfect.