In my life I have always strived towards a dream of making beautiful things to support myself as part of an adventurous, vibrant life. Stray Goose Studio was born of this ideal while simultaneously seeking to find balance between getting by and setting aside time and space to express my love for the experience of living through making.

Since moving to South Central Alaska in 2010 my daily life has become infinitely more adventurous than previously imaginable. From sea-kayak guiding to backcountry skiing to wintering without plumbing to becoming a commercial fisherwoman—each achievement has demanded I constantly acquire new skills and further extend my edge of comfort. To make everything work it’s necessary to live light enough to gracefully adapt while still retaining my essence.

To fit into this exciting but turbulent lifestyle Stray Goose Studio has a unique twist—it’s portable. When the commercial salmon fishing season on Prince William Sound is over I switch gears from hunter/gatherer to craftsman, unpack my storage unit, and set up shop. Consisting of a folding table, disassemble-able plywood jewelers bench, toolbox and 3, 18 gallon Rubbermaid totes worth of materials and equipment my studio is not flawless but it’s practical in light of my juxtaposed needs.

My instinct to make combined with a desire to live a high quality and simplistic life are the values behind Stray Goose Studio’s designs. So, despite the challenges of seasonal, goose-like, migration around Alaska I will continue using sustainably sourced leather, fibers, ivory, bone, papers, metals and many processes to make original functional works including wallets, books, stationary and adornments.

It excites me to think of the products I make leaving the studio and becoming part of the person who chooses them. My hope is that each of Stray Goose Studio’s sold products develops a purpose beyond its principal function by enriching the users quality of life!