Meet Heather and Kerry Collins, twins and partners of Twigs and Heather. The designs are inspired by nature and handcrafted. If you're looking for one-of-a-kind pieces, you've come to the right place.
Hip Chick Zine: How'd you learn to be silversmiths and casters? Heather: I apprenticed with a caster in Boston for a couple of years and learned the craft. When I opened Twigs and Heather studio in 2000, I taught Kerry everything I knew and we became partners.
HCZ: What are your most popular designs? The most popular designs are the anchors for Kerry's designs and the birch rings and the twig necklaces for Heather's.
HCZ: What are your favorite pieces to make and wear? Heather: My favorite pieces to make and wear are the twigs. They are my pride and joy. I wear the first branch cuff I ever cast and lots of different twig necklaces. Everytime I make a new piece, I fall in love with it. Needless to say, my private collection is very big. Kerry: I love making the sacred hearts because of the meaning behind them is pure love. It is for the same reason that I love wearing them.
HCZ: What's your favorite season? Heather and Kerry: Our favorite season is autumn because we love the leaves, pumpkins and the cool weather, but winter is the perfect twig pickin' season.
A Message From the Designers: "Even though our styles are completely different, our pieces definitely compliment each other. We love making jewelry and casting is so fun for us too. Not only do we work together, but we are also best friends, so we are really lucky to have each other!"