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Some of My Favorite Gemstones – Part 3 – Labradorite
All gems are described by their chemical composition, crystal structure, and where they are found. Gemstones are further classified based on properties like refractive index (how theybend light), luster, hardness, etc. Labradorite has a silky appearance and is a dark grey to gray-green stone with flashes of blue, green and occasionally red. Labradorite can be transparent…
Read MoreSome of My Favorite Gemstones Part 2 – Lapis Lazuli
I love the beautiful blue of Lapis and I’m especially fond of lapis with a scattering of pyrite (“Fool’s gold”). This article is illustrated with photos of necklaces that I have designed using “treasures” I have discovered in my travels – interesting silver beads and some marvelous focal pieces that I used as pendants.…
Read MoreSome of my Favorite Gemstones – Carnelian
I’m going to do a series on some of my favorite gemstones and I’m beginning with a long time favorite of mine, Carnelian. Carnelian draws its name from the Latin carneolus – meaning “red stone”. Like many other gemstones, carnelian derives the rich colors we see – pinks, oranges, and orange-reds – from iron. A…
Read MoreCaring for your Silver Jewelry
Silver is quite soft – be gentle in your cleaning to avoid bending the metal or scratching the jewelry. Wash pieces carefully by hand in soapy water, rinse and dry with a cotton cloth. Do not soak –soaking can damage soft and porous stones. Cleaning in an ultrasonic cleaner can also damager delicate and porous…
Read MoreDecember Specials
Lots of jewelry on sale during December in my website store here and also in my Etsy store. Check out all the wonderful gift ideas! I will be adding some new items during the month, so you’ll need to keep checking back!
Read MoreBlack Friday Specials & More!
Check out the jewelry listings at www.dianakirkpatrick.com for Black Friday savings on several of my necklaces, pendants, and earrings! I have some things marked down already and I’ll be adding others on Thanksgiving Day. The savings will continue through November 30. December Inventory Reduction sale! I’m planning a whole new batch of featured items…
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