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Lives In
Buffalo, New York
Education
- University at Buffalo
Expertise
- Antique Jewelry
- Lauren has completed several diamond and gemstone courses at the Gemological Institute of America.
- She Has more than 13 years of experience in the antique jewelry business.
- She launched Ageless Heirlooms in 2006 and Heirlooms at Home in 2018.
Experience
Lauren's penchant for antiques shaped her career buying and selling antique jewelry. Along with loving old things with a story, Lauren has a knack for crafting. She makes jewelry using reclaimed pieces and enjoys painting and other creative endeavors. Currently, she is renovating a 1916 bungalow and is tackling many home-related DIY projects. Lauren launched Heirlooms at Home as an extension of Ageless Heirlooms in 2018.
Education
Lauren earned a dual Bachelor's degree in English and linguistics from the University at Buffalo in 2007.
Lauren is also self-taught and taught through many apprentice-like relationships. Similarly, she completed several diamond and gemstone courses at the Gemological Institute of America in NYC.
To Lauren, learning is a never-ending process. She further develops her skills through various workshops, online courses, and reading. She enjoys a challenge and finding new ways to express herself through the written word.