Our Story

Aloha! I’m Jackie, the maker behind To The Sea Designs — a jewelry line inspired by the ocean, nature, and the island life I’m so lucky to call home.

My journey to jewelry making has been anything but traditional. For 11 years, I worked as a licensed orthodontic dental assistant, helping create beautiful smiles. I loved the precision, the artistry, and the joy of making others feel confident. But deep down, I always felt drawn to creating with my hands in a different way — one that let my imagination and love for beauty flow freely.

After stepping away from dentistry, I found myself working at a local scuba diving shop for five amazing years. Every day was a reminder of how powerful and peaceful the ocean can be. The colors, the coral, the shimmer of sunlight on the water — they all began to shape the designs I would later bring to life.

Jewelry-making had always been part of my story. Over the years, I’ve taken classes, explored different materials, and slowly developed a style that feels like me — organic, coastal, and timeless. My background in interior design also gave me an eye for texture, balance, and detail, which now flows naturally into my pieces.

Each piece of jewelry I create is handcrafted with intention — a reflection of my love for the sea, the beauty of imperfection, and the rhythm of island living. You can find me each week at local handmade markets across Hawaii, where I get to share my creations and connect with others who feel the same pull toward the ocean.

To The Sea Designs is more than just jewelry to me. It’s a way of carrying a little piece of paradise wherever you go — a reminder of calm waves, warm sand, and the beauty that surrounds us every day.