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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

Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This smoky quartz gem displays the richness of chocolate without the Calories! Since this is a member of the quartz family, the gem is durable as well as beautiful. 
'Chocolate Love' Smoky Quartz faceted sterling earrings.
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Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This smoky quartz gem displays the richness of chocolate without the Calories! Since this is a member of the quartz family, the gem is durable as well as beautiful. 
'Chocolate Love' Smoky Quartz and Tiger Eye Fine Silver pendant. https://shopalenesadornments.com/collections/chocolate-love-smoky-quartz-designs
Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This Are you a chocolate lover? I ADORE chocolate. This smoky quartz gem displays the richness of chocolate without the Calories! Since this is a member of the quartz family, the gem is durable as well as beautiful. 'Chocolate Love' smoky quartz fine silver cuff bracelet  https://shopalenesadornments.com/collections/chocolate-love-smoky-quartz-designs
Smoky Quartz and Fine Silver Pendant ๐‘ซ๐’Š๐’… ๐’š๐’๐’– ๐’Œ๐’๐’๐’˜? Smoky Quartz and Fine Silver Pendant ๐‘ซ๐’Š๐’… ๐’š๐’๐’– ๐’Œ๐’๐’๐’˜? ๐‘ป๐’‰๐’Š๐’” ๐’•๐’“๐’‚๐’๐’”๐’๐’–๐’„๐’†๐’๐’• ๐’ƒ๐’“๐’๐’˜๐’ ๐’ˆ๐’†๐’Ž ๐’Š๐’” ๐’”๐’‚๐’Š๐’… ๐’•๐’ ๐’˜๐’‚๐’“๐’… ๐’๐’‡๐’‡ ๐’”๐’•๐’“๐’†๐’”๐’” ๐’˜๐’‰๐’†๐’ ๐’˜๐’๐’“๐’.
Faceted Smoky Quartz earrings from my Chocolate LO Faceted Smoky Quartz earrings from my Chocolate LOVE collection. Did you know? This translucent brown gem is said to ward off stress when worn.
Featured Selection. Fine Silver and Ruby gemstone Featured Selection. Fine Silver and Ruby gemstone FREEDOM earrings.Wear these earrings to display Your Pride in the USA
Deserts Sands Collection. Picture Jasper and sterl Deserts Sands Collection. Picture Jasper and sterling earrings
Picture jasper is known for the intricate patterns 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. 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!
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.
In praise of earrings. www.alenesadornments. #earr In praise of earrings. www.alenesadornments. #earrings #jewelrylover #handmade #artisanjewelry  #gemstonejewelry  #statementjewelry
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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.
๐ƒ๐ข๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ? ๐๐ข๐œ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž ๐ฃ๐š๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ๐ง ๐š๐ฌ ๐š ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ญ ๐ƒ๐ข๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ? ๐๐ข๐œ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž ๐ฃ๐š๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ค๐ง๐จ๐ฐ๐ง ๐š๐ฌ ๐š ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ง๐ž. 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!
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.
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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.
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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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 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!!

Peg Doerfler

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

Mary Slusser

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 all๐Ÿ’ž You will not be disappointed!

Mary Jo Edel
I am so thrilled to own several pieces of this Artisansโ€™ creations!
Designs are wonderful and jewelry is well made.
Naomi Flink

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

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

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!

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