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...]
The Pisces Personality and Gemstone Connection
If you are a Pisces.. you were born this time of the year. February 20- March 20 to be exact. I'm not a Pisces but have known many in my lifetime. My old boyfriend is one. During the time with him, the Pisces traits became apparent to me. I also learned that as a Sagittarius, I am not exactly compatible with this Sun Sign. If you are a Taurus or a Virgo.. this is your love … [Read more...]
Sagittarius Personality & Gemstones for your sign.
Do you want to be around someone who almost always sees the glass half full? Seek out a Sagittarius. I am intimately knowledgeable about this sign because I happen to BE a Sagittarius.. and from all my studies, I fit the descriptions perfectly! Throughout my entire life I am able to see the positive in any scenario. When I was younger some even compared me to … [Read more...]
Are you a sensitive, compassionate Purple lover?
Purple Rocks! [tweet_dis_img][/tweet_dis_img] Why? Because this vibrant color makes us feel luxurious and rich! Purple combines the energy of red and the calmness of blue. It is furthermore associated with spirituality and the higher self. Purple's elite status stems from the rarity and cost of the dye originally used to produce it. Historically purple is considered the … [Read more...]
Creating an Antiqued Finish on my Jewelry Designs
[tweet_dis_img url="http://www.alenesadornments.com/sacred-spiral-collection/sacred-spiral-sterling-pendant.-18-long.-2sssant/"][/tweet_dis_img] Do you own a piece of jewelry that is darkened or blackened ? This type of finish or patina is called Antiqued. I create it using Liver of Sulfur. Liver of Sulfur is that stinky stuff.. and I do mean STINKY. Just like rotten … [Read more...]
