Celtic Knots in Jewelry
Spring has me thinking of the Emerald Isle, Saint Patrick’s Day, and all things Irish. So I thought a post on Celtic knots might be...
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- Feb 24, 2022
- 3 min
Signet Rings: Now & Then
Rings, rings, and more rings. Today let's talk about signet rings, because I have been seeing them everywhere. And I think it’s because...
- Feb 17, 2022
- 3 min
History of Irish Claddagh Rings
Today we're talking about rings again. I grew up in an Irish Catholic neighborhood and these little claddagh rings - you know, it’s that...
- Dec 9, 2021
- 4 min
Faberge was much more than eggs!
First off, I love Faberge eggs! Beautiful and exquisite, I have been fascinated with the history and tragedy behind these amazing objects...
- Jul 8, 2021
- 2 min
The Best American Jewelry is ….. Italian?!
It's true! The best American jewelry is made by Italian designer Bulgari. Learn the history of their Stars & Stripes collection.
- Jun 10, 2021
- 5 min
Father & Son Hopi Jewelers
Today I'd like to feature a very particular father and son who are jewelry designers. Fred and Michael Kabotie are Hopi silversmiths and...
- May 27, 2021
- 5 min
Earrings go back farther than you think!
Besides my wedding ring, there’s another piece of jewelry I wear daily – earrings! In my opinion, they’re one of the most versatile kinds...
- May 20, 2021
- 5 min
7 Iconic Looks from Van Cleef & Arpels
Today let's talk about one of the most influential jewelry design houses, Van Cleef and Arpels. A favorite of royalty and celebrities,...
- Apr 22, 2021
- 4 min
Tiffany’s orchids from Paul Farnham
Everything is green now that spring is officially here! And that has me thinking about flowers! I recently came across this designer I...
- Mar 4, 2021
- 4 min
The creativity of Suzanne Belperron
For Women’s History Month, the story that’s been resonating with me the most is that of Suzanne Belperron. She was a French jewelry...
- Apr 16, 2020
- 4 min
The incredible story of Japanese bird pins
By now, you should all know how much I love brooches and pins. I have a great little collection of owls and other animal pins. But one...
- Oct 17, 2019
- 4 min
7 questions with Twist
This is the third post in my new feature – SEVEN QUESTIONS. The concept is very simple. Basically, I ask jewelry stores or jewelry...
- Aug 1, 2019
- 4 min
Tennis Bracelets, anyone?
I know Wimbledon is over, but I’m still excited about tennis! And it’s a sport where jewelry is expected?! Even better! Today I walk you...
- Feb 21, 2019
- 3 min
Good as Gold
Gem gals! There’s an amazing museum exhibition that opened recently, and it’s all about gold jewelry! But not just gold. Gold filigree!...
- Jan 3, 2019
- 4 min
The magic of fairies to start your new year
There’s something magical about the start of a new year! It seems fresh and exciting – a new start, new beginnings! This is the time of...
- Dec 27, 2018
- 3 min
Lorraine Schwartz is a jewelry boss!
I’m so excited to write about Lorraine Schwartz! She is another name that I hear dropped on the red carpet ALL. THE. TIME. Unlike Harry...
- Dec 20, 2018
- 4 min
Meet Neil Lane just in time for awards season
Gem gals, you know by now how much I love watching jewelry on the red carpet! Another name that always gets thrown around is Neil Lane....
- May 31, 2018
- 4 min
May Flowers – the Pansy in Jewelry Design
Today is the last day of May, and the last of my May Flowers series (check out my other posts on roses, lotus flowers, and squash...
- May 17, 2018
- 5 min
May Flowers – the Squash Blossom
Hello, gem gals! We’re continuing our jewelry trip exploring flowers for the month of May. Before I did this post, I couldn’t have told...
- May 10, 2018
- 4 min
The Lotus Flower in Jewelry Design
Hey there, gem gals! It’s time to continue on our journey exploring flowers in jewelry. Today, I wanted to take some time and tell you...
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