The National Association of Jewelers released a list of so-called “modern birthstones” in 1912 in the United States. Today there are several alternate birthstone lists, so you have some choice – traditional, modern, stones associated with your zodiac sign, etc. … Continue reading
How do you dress an earring up or down? A few weeks ago a customer asked about a particular earring. They liked the earring design but they wanted something more casual for everyday wear. The original design was this twisted … Continue reading
Like a garden of flowers, there are a lot of bright and beautiful fashion colors for Spring 2021 (and Summer, too). Here they are: Marigold – this is a warm golden orange that’s easy to wearCerulean – a light blue … Continue reading
This is a time when you need something pretty in your life. Uncertainty is all around us with concerns about so many things. Some things are beyond our ability to control, but we can have an impact on other things. … Continue reading
Welcome to 2021! We’ve completed another annual cycle to a new year. This annual transition certainly isn’t a new thing, but I think that the 2020 to 2021 transition is significantly different from most old year to new year experiences … Continue reading
Some of our Christmas traditions have origins in ancient cultures. The Christmas tree was part of earlier festivals and observances and has made its way into our current day Christmas celebrations. The tree probably had its origins in northern European … Continue reading