Are you ready to indulge yourself without the calories? Smoky quartz is the perfect choice. This gorgeous gem is part of the quartz family. That means it is hard to the touch. (7 on the Mohs Scale) It is easy to facet, creating a luminous gem. See the image below to get a feel for the faceted finished product. the gem at top is tiger eye. I love the way these gems complement each other. a year ago I stumbled upon a trove of lovely faceted smoky quartz cabochons. They lingered in my gemstone collection for a few months before started working with them. Immediately I fell in love with this … Continue Reading
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Moonstone; Slice of Pure Moonlight
This iridescent and pearlescent gem has been revered for centuries. If you are a June baby you can claim this gem as your birthstone. Lucky June babies! This gem is predominately white but also can be grey or peach colored. Black inclusions can occur too. These inclusions are actually tourmaline. Personally I prefer the white version. Locations around the world mine this gem. A few of the more prominent are Scotland, India, Norway and Australia. What I love about this gem is the play of colors in the light. Moonstone formation consists of micro fine lines at right angles to each other. … Continue Reading
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Moonstone; Slice of Pure Moonlight
This iridescent and pearlescent gem has been revered for centuries. If you are a June baby you can claim this gem as your birthstone. Lucky June babies! This gem is predominately white but also can be grey or peach colored. Black inclusions can occur too. These inclusions are actually tourmaline. Personally I prefer the white version. Locations around the world mine this gem. A few of the more … Continue Reading

Enchanted Woodland Jewelry Collection; Wear a Little Magic!
Imagine walking through a magical forest surrounded by rich colors—merlot reds, hunter greens, and warm caramels. The rustling leaves, earthy scents, and a sense of mystery transport you to an enchanted place. That’s the inspiration behind the Enchanted Woodland Jewelry Collection, designed with the stunning Red Creek Jasper gemstone. Here’s a closer look at the collection I designed, the story … Continue Reading







