by Colleen Powers, CSA | Aug 6, 2026 | Jewelry
As summer settles into August, Oregon’s rivers often take on a quieter character. Morning light glimmers across the water, changing with every ripple, while smooth stones beneath the surface catch flashes of silver and gray. Nature reminds us that beauty...
by Colleen Powers, CSA | Jul 2, 2026 | Jewelry
Photo by PNW photographer Kathrine Birch Stories Carried Forward Rivers have a way of reminding us that time is always moving forward. The water flowing through Oregon today is never quite the same as it was yesterday, yet the rivers themselves remain...
by Colleen Powers, CSA | Jun 4, 2026 | Jewelry
The Magic of Phenomenal Stones This 7.19-ct alexandrite (as it appears in fluorescent, left, and incandescent, right, illumination) is from the Tunduru region of Tanzania. Photo: Robert Weldon/GIA There’s something about June in the Pacific Northwest that feels almost...
by Colleen Powers, CSA | Apr 2, 2026 | Jewelry
There’s something about April in the Pacific Northwest. The light shifts. The mornings soften. Cherry blossoms and new greens begin to emerge—even if the rain still lingers just a bit longer than we’d like. It’s a season of renewal. Of fresh perspective. And...
by Colleen Powers, CSA | Feb 12, 2026 | Jewelry
and the Quiet Beauty of Winter February in Oregon has a softness to it.Rain is never far away, and even during the clearer stretches between storms, the air remains cool and damp. Mornings often arrive wrapped in fog, the landscape muted and still. Hills blur into one...
by Kendra Wollert, CGA | Jul 11, 2024 | Jewelry
Precious metals like sterling silver, gold, and platinum are cherished for their beauty, durability, and value. However, exposure to various chemicals can significantly impact their appearance and longevity. Understanding these effects is crucial for both jewelers and...
