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Are You Ready to Rumble?

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Rumble is an alternative site to YouTube. It has been growing in popularity for the last 2 years. I am excited to finally be a part of this exciting new platform. Currently I have downloaded about 12 videos and expect to get another 20 downloaded in the next few weeks. If you are already a part of this community, Please follow my page. You will discover lots of information … [Read more...]

Indonesian Lace Agate; A love story

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This gem is known as pink lace agate and is found in Indonesia. It is not to be confused with Crazy Lace agate. Yes they are both banded agates but Crazy Lace is mined in Mexico. It tends to be deeper colors with hues of brown, burnt orange, grey and yellow. Pink Lace Agate origins As indicated, this gem hails ONLY from Indonesia. Moreover It is a recent find and more … [Read more...]

Introducing Pendant and Earring Sets

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Over the past few years I notice people purchasing a pendant and contacting me to get matching earrings. Yes many are available online but the buyer has to spend time searching through all the options to find the best match. With this in mind, I am now offering complete sets online! This takes all the legwork out of the equation. So far I have listed 15 different sets … [Read more...]

Tiger Eye or Tiger Iron.. what is the difference?

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What is Tiger Eye? Tiger Eye (or tiger's eye) gems are a form of quartz. They are easily recognizable by the golden colored band in the brownish gold gem. Since they are opaque, they reflect light. This gem is so named because it resembles the eye of a tiger! It has a hardness of 6 to 7, which is typical of a quartz. This makes is ideal for creating cabochons and beads for … [Read more...]

Getting Hammered at the Jewelry Bench

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So Many Hammers... So Little time! Hammers are an essential piece of my design experience. Each year I purchase more and more hammers. To date I own 31 hammers. Each hammer is designed for a specific task. Texturing hammers (and I have several) are used to create texture and design in the metal. I have ones that create patterns such as tiny squares or circles, a … [Read more...]

What People are Saying

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 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.Ā  Would highly recommend purchasing one of her designs.Ā  Rating ā€œ5ā€.

Joan Alexander

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 am so thrilled to own several pieces of this Artisansā€™ 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 allšŸ’ž You will not be disappointed!

Mary Jo Edel

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 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 like the uniqueness of Aleneā€™s jewelry and the quality of her craftsmanship! Made with love!

Mary Slusser

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

Peg Doerfler

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