Have you been shopping on the web more these days? Join the crowd. Sometimes it's easier to find exactly what you want this way. Under current Covid-19 conditions we are all spending more time at home and shopping online has become a necessity. If you are like me you already love browsing online looking for the perfect accessory. Finding a ring that grabs your attention.. … [Read more...]
What happens to the Scrap Silver?
Creating Designs using metal components does tend to generate some waste. Jewelry needs to be shaped and finished properly. this means the tiny (or larger) non essential components are cut or sawed off.I was taught early on that these scraps should NOT be thrown out, but rather saved.There is a Refinery where the silver or gold scraps can be sent. there they are weighed, … [Read more...]
Stunning, Natural Turquoise
Yes there is a difference in types of turquoise! This gem has been imitated often. For instance, African turquoise is really a quartz agate stone that is a turquoise color. Furthermore the gemstone called Howlite (which is white with black inclusions) is colored blue and sold as turquoise. And lets not forget the other stones, or resins that are colored blue and sold as … [Read more...]
Sacred Spiral Designs
One of my original Collections is still a strong part of my line. The SACRED SPIRAL story is near and dear to me. I strive to live my life employing it's principals. Sacred Spiral Collection; Because Kindness Matters Each design is created by me in my Arizona Studio. The Spiral is an ancient symbol representing growth and evolution. It has been found in cave carvings, … [Read more...]
Crazy About Cuffs
Cuff Bracelets are one of the first designs I created. Yes of course there were the earrings and necklaces.. but when I discovered how to start designing cuffs I was hooked. It seems simple doesn't it? just take a piece of metal and shape it to fit a wrist. Wrong! So much detail work and creativity goes into the design process. The variables are endless. Search cuff … [Read more...]
