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Today's Gift Collection by Irina reminds me of dark chocolate. Mmm... I used to not like dark chocolate. I do now... Might have to go get some today... :)
If you are interested in the feature stores, visit the interactive page for the Guide
Triangle plume agate for a unique pendant
Thursday, July 24, 2014
Triangle stones like this one usually suggest an asymmetrical pendant design. However, I wanted to design something that the stone did not suggest with its shape. I like what I've come up with.
Wooden Bathtub by Bubinga Wood Design
Wednesday, July 23, 2014
How about a new item for my virtual wish list? Great piece for day dreaming, isn't it? :) Mmm... If I had a million dollars.... :)
I find it interesting how you do not think that something exists (like a bathtub made of wood), then you come across the idea and suddenly start liking it. Does it ever happen to you?
How to wear jewelry at the beach
Monday, July 21, 2014
Wearing jewelry at the beach is a big no-no. Used to be... and still is. There are ways to go around this "no-no", I can through a few suggestions at you :) But first let's see why wearing jewelry at the beach is not a good idea.
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| Turquoise cocktail ring (turquoise can get discolored by salt water and scratched by sand) |
2 big reasons not to wear fine jewelry to the beach:
- It is easy to lose your jewelry in the water. Fingers shrink, earrings' locks unlock as well as chains' locks. You feel sorry, but too late.
- Jewelry gets destroyed. There are a few ways how it can happen:
- The sand will scratch pretty much anything. It has hardness of quartz, so any metal and a stone with the hardness lower than quartz' will get scratch. Metals can be re-polished, but the stones can or cannot be, depending on your piece.
- Salt and water will rust your stainless steel jewelry.Corrosion can happen on other metals too.
- Some stones can lose their color on the sun or in the salt water.
So, what are we supposed to do? Not to wear jewelry at the beach? This is an option! Jewelry at the beach will stop you from getting even suntan :) But if you really-really want it, look into getting some not fine jewelry. Something on a cheaper side. You need to be ready for your jewelry to get destroyed or lost. Simple strands of beads made with hemp or any kind of inexpensive beaded jewelry with agates, beach glass or shells will be perfect for the beach.
Monday Jewelry Quotes
This is such a beautiful explanation for why we need an engraving on a ring. Love it!
Now I just need to find my engraving tools and wipe the dust off them :)
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| Wide silver band with a writing in Russian :) There is something written here ;) |
How to wear jewelry with glasses
Friday, July 18, 2014
Have you ever thought that not any jewelry can go with your glasses? Now thinking of it... I look into mirror while choosing jewelry to wear... and I will put on one piece or another if I see any glasses there. Anything goes on when I see my usual prescription glasses with a neutral thing metallic frame.
What if it is sunny outside and I am planning on wearing my sun glasses? Long dangling bright earrings will go with the dark sun glasses.
Glasses with a bold frame is an accessory on its own. It is easy to go overboard with the big earrings. It is better to choose something relatively small.
And... all those rules do not apply if you have long hair. Really small earrings, if any at all and a pendant necklace would be the best choice.
Friday Gift Guide
Delightful collection of Friday Gifts by Irina has just arrived, fresh from the press! :) Enjoy!
(If you wish to visit the featured shops, visit the Guide's Interactive page)
My gem collection. Dendritic agate
Thursday, July 17, 2014
I considered myself being very lucky when I've come across this dendritic agate. I think it is absolutely fantastic! (The picture does not give it justice)
It could make a great piece for my Ocean Life collection... However, all those sea creatures that I put around the stones increase the pendants' sizes considerably... This Art Nouaveau design is a bit crazy, but I think I like it :)
Virtual collection. Jewelry box by NacreArt
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
It was awhile since I added any jewelry boxes into my virtual collection! This store has a few fantastic jewelry boxes with the mother of pearl inlay. I admire the work and I am going to consider a box for future.
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