karin, the creator of the KBD, is a passionate multi-dimensional artist, with a natural talent for design. Completely self taught, she began creating at a very early age--decorating, inventing, and changing things whenever she could. karin, who has spent several years designing jewelry, is also an established painter, poet, and vocal artist. She had a desire to incorporate her larger pieces of artwork, painting, and photography into her designs, creating a line of very special and unique items. She also incorporates the work of other talented artists into her cases. The images and symbols used in karin's designs are meant to represent love, hope in ourselves and the future, romance, dreams, strength, fantasy, and protection...