Our Creators
Michele Cajes
Michele is a Bay Area Native that loves to create soothing and joyful artwork using acrylic paint pens. A forever learner, she draws different subjects that inspire her that includes: Traditional Chinese Medicine, botany, space, mythology and spirituality. She loves to experiment with color combinations to bring about positive reactions from her audience.
Currently, she’s working on a graphic novel on top of an Introduction to Filipino Deities project. Clients include Google, Disney and San Leandro Public Library.
Diana Park of Tochi Design
Diana is a graphic designer and jewelry artist based in Chicago. Diana specializes in torch-fired copper enamel jewelry, drawing inspiration from nature and her collection of vintage fabrics. She was drawn to torch enameling due to its spontaneous nature––no two pieces are the same, and the unpredictable, organic process allows for creative freedom and pleasant surprises. Each piece is lovingly hand-crafted by sawing copper sheets and fusing multiple layers of glass enamel to metal using a hand torch. Many of the jewelry pieces from Tochi Design are made with recycled materials, including recycled copper and upholstery leather.
Diana finds tranquility in this slow-paced process which requires patience and an appreciation for spontaneous results. Torch enameling pairs best with a “go with the flow” attitude; oftentimes, the end result is not quite what you had anticipated, but rather morphs into something more interesting. Creating jewelry is a welcome reprieve from a hectic city lifestyle, encouraging her to slow down her process while satisfying her desire to create pieces that evoke joy and inspire spontaneity in the wearer.
When she is not getting lost in the glow of torch flames, Diana spends her time reading, practicing yoga, expanding her graphic design skills, and strolling the boulevards of her neighborhood, Logan Square.
Processing Time: 1-3 business days
Shipping & Handling: USPS First Class Mail with tracking. Typically 3-7 days but can take up to 9 days depending on how busy the post office is. I would recommend a $5-6 shipping and handling charge to California.
Returns: Accepted. Contact me within 3 days of delivery by email tochidesignchicago@gmail.com. Ship items back within 7 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value. If there is a quality issue with the item or it arrives damaged, seller will cover return and shipping costs.