Kirsten grew up immersed in the art of jewelry-making, working alongside her parents, Jim and Carol, in the family business from a young age. By the time she was in high school, she was already learning the tools of the trade. Kirsten studied casting, engraving, and metalwork, becoming the lead jeweler at The Windsor Gallery after years of honing her craft. Her expertise spans decades, and her unique style—characterized by organic textures, natural stones, and thoughtful details—has made her a sought-after custom jewelry designer in Salisbury and beyond. Kirsten studied at Penland School of Craft.