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The Silver Lining to my Social Distancing

March 22, 2020 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

gemstone cabochons with bezels

This week has been challenging for all of us. Social distancing is the new reality for the next couple of weeks. Yes it has been crazy trying to purchase our basic groceries. What ARE people are doing with all the fresh meat and toilet paper?? I am finally getting used to being home and not popping out for errands whenever I want. Now many new options are emerging. My … [Read more...]

Make Way for the NEW Marilyn Earrings!

March 3, 2020 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

This newly designed earring might be 'just what the doctor ordered' Yes I know it will not cure any ailments but wearing them will make you feel happy! The NATURAL: Marilyn Earring. My big sister Marilyn is the original 'Natural'. Her interest in others is genuine. I have personally watched her meet someone new & within minutes know who they are and what they love. … [Read more...]

New! From My Sacred Spiral Collection

January 29, 2020 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

The Sacred Spiral Jewelry collection is one of the first designs I created all those years ago. I wanted a design that embodies the sentiment. "Because Kindness Matters". Using a spiral was the perfect way to portray this. Here's the story. The Spiral is an ancient symbol representing growth and evolution. It starts as a smaller, tight circle and expands quickly all … [Read more...]

What a Difference a Photo Makes

January 16, 2020 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

Creating a new jewelry design is so energizing for me. I love looking at the finished piece and envision others admiring it and (of course) buying it. However, getting a photo that expresses the beauty of the design is challenging. So I enlisted the help of professional jewelry photographer Doug Baldwin. He exceeded my expectations. The photos reflect the beauty of my designs. … [Read more...]

Love Purple? You Might be Royalty!

January 4, 2020 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

Purple is well known as the color of royalty. Want to know why? In ancient times the only way to replicate purple dye was by harvesting thousands and thousands of murex sea snails . As you can imagine this was not an easy task. It was time consuming and expensive. Only the very rich royalty could afford it. Since purple was relegated to royalty it was only fitting that deep … [Read more...]

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Arizona jewelry designer. I work with copper, silver, gold and steel. Plus LOTS of gemstones! I Love to Hammer, play with Fire 😊🔨 & read📚

Desert Sands Collection. Picture jasper is known f Desert Sands Collection. Picture jasper is known for the intricate patterns in the stone. Often they resemble images from ancient civilizations. This pendant is created with a heart shaped gem and features a cutout heart in the back. I love the rich earth tones in this gem!
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Desert sands Collection. Tiny sparkly crystals bla Desert sands Collection. Tiny sparkly crystals blanket the pockets in this gem. It brings to mind the desert sands found here in the southwest. This quartz crystal gem is 2 1/2" tall x 1 3/8" wide. Be prepared for multiple compliments when you wear this ONE OF A KIND pendant.
Desert Sands Collection. Sterling silver is fused Desert Sands Collection. Sterling silver is fused into a fine silver base to create this cuff as part of my Dare to Dream Collection.
Rich caramel and brown tones are featured on this Picture Jasper gem.
𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐚𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞. Picture jasper is known for the intricate patterns in the stone. Often they resemble images from ancient civilizations. This pendant features extra tallgem along with Swarovski Crystal and a textured sterling silver chain.
Snow Capped Mountain Druzy Quartz Pendant. This dr Snow Capped Mountain Druzy Quartz Pendant. This druzy quartz pendant feels like it was snatched from the peak of a snow capped mountain. I love the sparkle from these snowy peaks and valleys!
Designer rings . all handmade by me. http://www.al Designer rings . all handmade by me. http://www.alenesadornments.com
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Cloud Dreams Heart Shaped Plume Agate and Topaz Pe Cloud Dreams Heart Shaped Plume Agate and Topaz Pendant. Have you ever spent a lazy afternoon gazing at the clouds on a sunny day…picking out shapes, naming them, dreaming, and having fun? This is the spirit that inspired me to create my CLOUD DREAMS collection.
'Memories of Childhood' Solar Quartz and amethyst 'Memories of Childhood' Solar Quartz and amethyst Heart Pendant. These designs embody our carefree feeling…experiencing our youth in the best possible light. As a child I adored colorful crayons, pinwheels, balloons, circus clowns and more. The brilliant colors filled me with possibilities.
This collection is created to remind us; Take time to be a child again.
Golden Steel Tiger Iron Pendant. Golden Steel coll Golden Steel Tiger Iron Pendant. Golden Steel collection; Combining the strength of steel with the luster and beauty of 22k gold, this pendant has a Tiger iron gemstone. this gem features a golden streak down the side that blends so well with the 22k gold.
Golden Steel 18K gold skinny earrings. Combining t Golden Steel 18K gold skinny earrings. Combining the strength of steel with the luster and beauty of 18k gold, these skinny earrings  I love the way the 18K gold fuses right into the steel background. Each time I fuse metals, the outcome is virtually unpredictable. That's what I love.. no two pair are ever exactly alike.
The best part? They are SO Lightweight and fun to wear
'Enchanted Woodland' Red Creek Jasper Golden steel 'Enchanted Woodland' Red Creek Jasper Golden steel Ring. This gorgeous ring shank is created out of steel with 22k gold fused into the metal. Earthy tones of caramel, hunter green and burgundy make this gemstone a stunner.
Buried Treasure. Golden Steel 18K gold and amethys Buried Treasure. Golden Steel 18K gold and amethyst Earrings  Combining the strength of steel with the luster and beauty of 18k gold,. This pair features a heart shaped faceted amethyst gemstone from my 'Buried Treasure' collection.
Peridot & Lab Grown Ruby Golden steel Ring. This g Peridot & Lab Grown Ruby Golden steel Ring. This gorgeous ring shank is created out of steel with 22k gold fused into the metal. I complemented the gold with a lime green faceted peridot gem (5MM) and a deep pink Ruby lab grown gem. (5MM)
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'With Love' Petrified Palmwood and rutilated quart 'With Love' Petrified Palmwood and rutilated quartz pendant. This heart shaped gem is Petrified Palmwood Root from Indonesia. It is  is derived from the (petrified) root system of the palm tree. It is complemented with a 10mm rutilited quartz gem.Check out the back, too. I carved it with a tiny heart. the neckwire is 50 strands of stainless steel. 18" long with a 2" extender.
'With Love' Dendritic Opal heart Pendant. Dendriti 'With Love' Dendritic Opal heart Pendant. Dendritic Opal features the luminous qualities of opal combined with black inclusions creating branch-like patterns. The term dendrites refers to tree-like markings on the gem. each is unique. I designed this in a Heart shape and fused silverdust and components to the base.
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Rose Quartz sterling Silver Pendant.This gorgeous Rose Quartz sterling Silver Pendant.This gorgeous pink stone is said to represent love and compassion.
Featured Selection. We The People Sterling Silver Featured Selection. We The People Sterling Silver Cuff bracelet This cuff is part of my PATRIOT collection. It features 'We the People' and USA Flags etched into the sterling silver. I antiqued (filled in brown) the etching to enhance the imprint. THEN I added a faceted 8MM red garnet gemstone.

What People are Saying

I like the uniqueness of Alene’s jewelry and the quality of her craftsmanship! Made with love!

Mary Slusser

After I purchased my first piece of jewelry from Alene…I was hooked. Her craftsmanship, detail and creativity is above and beyond. I will always look to her for gift ideas, and of course, treasures for myself too. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

Linda Mangun

I really enjoy wearing my ‘Alene’s Adornments’ spiral earrings. They’re exactly what I want and like in an earring: authentic materials, light weight and beautiful design. I look forward to adding the next item to my collection of Alene’s creations. I highly recommend shopping here if you want beautiful jewelry, along with great service!

Reba Linker

I was introduced to Alene’s Adornments through a customer from work (grocery industry). I loved the unique pieces that Alene creates. I purchased a ring and received it gift wrapped and very quickly. The ring is one of my favorites and I receive nice comments when I wear it.

Lynn

I have bought several sets of earrings designed and made by Alene over the past few years. I am happy with the design and quality of all. Get many compliments when I wear them. also, once ordered the merchandise arrives on time.  Would highly recommend purchasing one of her designs.  Rating “5”.

Joan Alexander

Alene has a gift for creating the perfect, unique piece of jewelry. Her ability to combine copper and sterling creates pieces of jewelry that are second to none. Alene then adds pops of color to create a piece that will call your name. Always eagerly await her new designs to see what new amazing piece will call my name.

Robin Meador

Alene’s creations are not only beautiful, but truly unique. A rare find and appreciated for their one of a kind look and feel. Highly recommend!

Sarah Mckinney

I still have the first pair of earrings I bought from Alene and wear them frequently.  I could  almost open my own store with all the cuffs, earrings, and necklaces I own of Alene’s.  I admire and respect her talent.  It has been  wonderful to watch her jewelry progress over almost 20 years.  What a pleasure  to wear her talent.  Always compliments!!

Peg Doerfler
I am so thrilled to own several pieces of this Artisans’ creations!
Designs are wonderful and jewelry is well made.
Naomi Flink

Alene is extremely talented her pieces are not only amazing they are well made at a reasonable price. She also will create custom pieces for you. I have several of her original and custom made pieces and love them all💞 You will not be disappointed!

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Petrified Palmwood Root Gems: History Beneath the Polish

A polished petrified palmwood gem can look like a tiny fossil garden, filled with dots, circles, and branching lines. Yet it isn’t a gemstone crystal like ruby or diamond. It is ancient plant material whose original structure survived mineral replacement. For jewelry lovers and fossil collectors, petrified palmwood root offers two stories at once: the […]

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