Over the years I have experimented with and designed a multitude of jewelry pieces. Since I do a lot of work in copper, most of my designs fall into the 'moderately priced' category. Yet sometimes I will come across an unusual gemstone that screams.. "Mount me in something spectacular"! Not wanting to disappoint the gem... I figure out how to make it even more special and … [Read more...]
Scorpio Personality; Gemstones for your Sign
Happy Birthday to all Scorpio babies! This means YOU if you were born between October 23rd and November 21st. Ambition and determination are key traits for people born under this sign. Most feel the need to be in control. Scorpios tend to choose jobs that give them this freedom. In addition this sun sign lends itself to people who want to make a difference in the world. If … [Read more...]
CZ: Do you LOVE IT and WEAR IT?
Cubic Zirconia that is! This stone is often used as an alternative to diamonds. The price range is less but the quality is top knotch! All the gems in this collection are cubic zirconia. A few facts: Cubic zirconia was discovered as a natural mineral from in 1937 The form you see today is a synthetic (man-made) version Cubic Zirconia is an 8 on the Mohs … [Read more...]