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Bolo Tie History: From Cowboy Dress to Everyday Wear

May 18, 2026 By Alene Geed Leave a Comment

amethyst bolo tie

A few years ago a customer asked me to fashion a bolo tie for him. While I had never created this type of design, I was up for a new challenge. Let's just say this was quite the learning curve. I did lots of research and dove rignt in. The finished design was beautiful. Afterwards I went back to creating my pendant, ring, cuff and earring designs. In the back of my mind … [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 ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ”จ & read๐Ÿ“š

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Chocolate for your wrist, none of the calories ๐Ÿซ A Chocolate for your wrist, none of the calories ๐Ÿซ A one-of-a-kind smoky quartz cuff made to make everyday feel a little more luxe. Save this beauty โœจ #SmokyQuartz #SilverCuffBracelet #HandmadeJewelry #FallStyle
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!
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 dayโ€ฆpicking out shapes, naming them, dreaming, and having fun? This is the spirit that inspired me to create my CLOUD DREAMS collection.
Chocolate, but make it sparkle ๐Ÿซโœจ One-of-a-kind sm Chocolate, but make it sparkle ๐Ÿซโœจ One-of-a-kind smoky quartz earrings for a little everyday magic. Save this look for later! #SmokyQuartzEarrings #HandmadeSilverJewelry #FallStyle #JewelryReels
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'Memories of Childhood' Solar Quartz and amethyst 'Memories of Childhood' Solar Quartz and amethyst Heart Pendant. These designs embody our carefree feelingโ€ฆexperiencing 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.
A little desert magic, made to be worn โœจ One-of-a- A little desert magic, made to be worn โœจ One-of-a-kind dendritic opal, silver, and leatherโ€”save this for your next statement look. #DendriticOpal #SilverBoloTie #WesternStyle
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.
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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
Your everyday look, with a little more soul โœจ Smok Your everyday look, with a little more soul โœจ Smoky quartz meets a handmade silver spiral. Save this for your next outfit refresh. #SmokyQuartzEarrings #SacredSpiralJewelry #HandmadeJewelryStyle #FallFashion
'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.
A little heirloom energy, made to be worn every da A little heirloom energy, made to be worn every day โœจ One-of-a-kind smoky quartz & tiger eye, handmade in Arizona. Save this beauty ๐ŸคŽ #SmokyQuartzJewelry #HandmadeSilverPendant #OneOfAKindJewelry #FallStyle
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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Your little moment of chocolate, made to wear ๐ŸคŽ Fa Your little moment of chocolate, made to wear ๐ŸคŽ Faceted smoky quartz meets a sacred silver spiralโ€”save this one-of-a-kind beauty for later. #SmokyQuartzRing #SacredSpiralJewelry #HandmadeSilverJewelry #FallStyle
'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.

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I like the uniqueness of Aleneโ€™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.ย  I couldย  almost open my own store with all the cuffs, earrings, and necklaces I own of Aleneโ€™s.ย  I admire and respect her talent.ย  It has beenย  wonderful to watch her jewelry progress over almost 20 years.ย  What a pleasureย  to wear her talent.ย  Always compliments!!

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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

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.

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Designs are wonderful and jewelry is well made.
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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.ย  Would highly recommend purchasing one of her designs.ย  Rating โ€œ5โ€.

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

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Mary Jo Edel

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