Meet the Maker

Blackbird Designers

Parksville,  BC  

Denise Sawatzky creates unique Steampunk style jewelry and accessories that bring new life to the past. Each piece is carefully handcrafted from vintage keys, windup watch movements, gears and reclaimed materials combining elegance and imaginative design. Bold yet romantic, a fusion of mix metals, texture, story telling with artistry and craftsmanship. Inspired by the creative spirit once shared with her late daughter, Denise continues their artistic journey. Her creations celebrate transformation, resilience, and renewal offering the wearer to carry a bit of history and heart where ever they go.