We Love Our Men!

Actually, we love all our customers. But the men who come into our store are usually choosing – or designing – jewelry for the women in their lives, whether they are mothers, daughters, girlfriends or wives. We are consistently impressed with their thoughtfulness and consideration as they work to match up woman, gift and occasion. And of course we love the guys who sport their own bling as well. Hip, hip hooray for you gems of masculinity!

The Care and Feeding of Jewelry: Rule 2

This seems like a simple rule, but it is often forgotten.  Try to remember that the first people to wear fine jewelry were royalty and that they were rarely found washing the dishes or moving the piano.   Mountain biking, gardening, rock climbing and kayaking are all dangerous for jewelry.  If you are a brute, wear a ring that has some substance.  And few necklaces appreciate the tossing and turning that happens while you sleep.
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How to Make an Outrageous Opal Ring

Our client sent us a fabulous boulder opal. 

 Janet Alix made sketches, laid out sapphires and paraiba tourmalines, 

Our talented craftspeople went to work. 

 The finished ring is stunning, graceful and comfortable on the hand.