The fact that I'm now making jewelry probably surprises those who know me well. Safe to say, they've never used the words "Sue Diaz" and "bedazzled" in the same sentence. After all, due to lack of use, my ear piercings closed up shortly after college. My wedding ring, by choice, is just a simple gold band. And decades ago, when my two kids were little, I proudly rocked the noodle necklaces they made for me in preschool.

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That’s not to say I don’t like pretty things. I do. But I like them even more when they also serve a purpose. Simply and tastefully.

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That’s what led me to create Simple Joy Jewelry and the products you see on these pages. Modern Monocles came about because I was tired of fumbling in my purse for my reading glasses – and thought others might be, too. Same with the handy Le Hoops. And one spa afternoon I wish had lasted longer inspired the aromatherapy bracelets.

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Simple Joy Jewelry is for people looking for jewelry with a difference. Accessories that go beyond the expected, make life a little easier, and are also lovely to wear. If that sounds like you, we could be besties.