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Connie Yrjola, the creative force behind Glamour Junkie Jewellery, has always been inspired by art and fashion.

As a little girl, Connie was fascinated by the variety of jewellery her aunt had in her jewellery box. It was mesmerizing; taunting her to try it on whenever she came to visit! This sparked Connie’s creativity and, in Grade 6, she began her first collection of colourful flower rings twisted from telephone wire.

In 2004, Glamour Junkie Jewellery was officially founded. After a great career in the marketing and communications industry, that creative spark ultimately led her to where she is now - designing jewellery, "styled with a twist”.

Although primarily self-taught, Connie studied jewellery at George Brown College to hone her silversmith skills. She continues to explore new techniques that capture her imagination, and expand her repertoire.

Connie combines her keen sense of style, with current fashion and jewellery trends, to create her one-of-a-kind designs. By blending art with fashion, she transforms a variety of materials into unique, wearable art. A true craftsman, Connie’s attention to detail can be seen in each piece.

You can be sure that jewellery designed by Glamour Junkie will always feature Connie’s trademark “twist”.