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How to Re Purpose Old Jewelry Into New Creations
Repurposing old jewelry is not just a trend; it's a meaningful way to breathe new life into cherished pieces that may have lost their shine or relevance. Whether you have a broken necklace, a lone earring, or a vintage brooch collecting dust, repurposing them into new...
August Birthstone: The Vibrant Peridot
The month of August brings with it the bright green glow of peridot, the official birthstone for those born in this summer month. Known for its distinctive green hue, peridot is one of the few gemstones that occur in only one color, although the intensity and tint of...
How Chemicals Impact Sterling Silver, Gold, and Platinum
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...
The Seven Principles of Jewelry Design: Crafting Elegance and Beauty
Jewelry design is an intricate art form that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and an understanding of aesthetic principles. Whether designing a simple pendant or an elaborate tiara, these seven principles guide designers in creating pieces that are not only...
The Significance of Jewelry Store Wish Lists: Turning Dreams into Reality
Creating a wish list serves as a powerful tool to transform your dreams into reality. First and foremost, a wish list provides a record of pieces you have selected that reflect your personal style, your sentiments, and your aspirations. For some self-purchasers, a...
Celebrating Mom: Exploring the Charm of Mother’s Jewelry
Motherhood, a timeless journey filled with love, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion, deserves to be celebrated in every way possible. Amidst the myriad of ways to honor the incredible mothers in our lives, one timeless and cherished tradition stands out - mother's...
Advice on Passing Jewelry to Loved Ones
I recently had a situation that moved me to the core. Sometimes we have strong connections with our customers and this was one of them. The couple had been in multiple times over the last few months. Then the wife passed away suddenly. She had been battling cancer,...
Unveiling the History of Valentine’s Day: A Celebration of Love Through the Ages
Valentine's Day, celebrated annually on February 14th, is a day dedicated to expressing affection and love. While it is widely recognized as a day for exchanging cards, flowers, and chocolates, the history of Valentine's Day is shrouded in mystery and spans centuries....
The Best Times To Buy Wedding Jewelry
Weddings are the best day of a couple’s life and the beginning of life together. They can also be a very daunting thing to plan with the combination of choosing your vendors, making a seating arrangement and getting your outfit ready for the big day. Wedding fashion...
Anytime Gift Guide
What is one way to score a great gift? Make them feel extra special! This idea has no expiration date and is good for any occasion. Anniversary? Absolutely. In the dog house? Yes, beyond a doubt. 2023 holiday gift? Let us help you score big! In this blog article I...
Layering Across the Ages
Jewelry is perhaps one of the oldest forms of expression. Whether that be of the self, love, social standing or religious belief, jewelry always gets the job done. Within the last few years, jewelry layering has drifted in and out of fashion. Layering of gold chains...
Famously Cursed Gems
With Halloween right around the corner, everyone is starting to shift their focus to all things scary. Home and yard decor, horror movies and ghost stories are out of their seasonal boxes and now an aspect of everyone’s day-to-day life. The jewelry world, despite the...