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Thursday, November 25, 2010
Holiday Sale!!
THANKSGIVING - BLACK FRIDAY - CYBER MONDAY SALE Starts NOW till the end of November !
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
Jewelry Care and Cleaning Guide: How To Care and Protect Your Jewelry
by Bijan Aziz
Jewelry Care means being careful, how you store and and clean it!
How to care and protect Jewelry?
If your jewelry has value to you, it is valuable enough for you to want to take care of it. Jewelry Care means being careful you do no lose it as well as being careful how you store and clean it.
When you buy jewelry, any jewelry, from the most expensive fine jewelry to inexpensive costume jewelry, you buy it because it is beautiful. The gleam of the metal and the shine or luster and fire of the gems appeal to your aesthetic sense of beauty, based on what you can afford. The better the jewelry, the longer you want to wear it, perhaps even for rest of your life, and the longer you want it to have that like new glow, although some metals and finishes attain a warm patina with wear. What you don't want, however, is scratched or gouged settings and dull gems. Accidents can happen, but all too often the jewelry is damaged by carelessness or not taking the few moments necessary to tend to the jewelry.
In most cases, being careful is the only care jewelry needs. Some types of jewelry, nevertheless, need special care because the gems may be soft, absorbent, or fragile.
Keep in mind that the harder the gem and the higher it is on the Mohs scale of hardness, the more durable it generally is. At time, a hard gem with high or distinct cleavage is apt to be fragile and may break or cleave if it is struck at the right angle. Hardness therefore is not synonymous with toughness. A tough gem may be soft enough to be more easily scratched but it is less apt to break or shatter. These characteristics have pertinence in wearing, cleaning, and storing jewelry, and in remodeling.
Metals have similar characteristic. The purer the silver and gold, the more easily it can be damaged. Also, you must consider the combination of metal in settings with gem or gems. What may be perfectly good to clean a metal, such as sterling silver, may not be the best for the gems. You have to consider the jewelry as a whole, not as simply metal or gems.
These point are tied in with the third point: the care you take with your jewelry to protect it from loss, both when you are wearing it and when you put it away for safekeeping. All the care in cleaning and storing will not matter if you lose the jewelry. The care you should take in this sense involves the precautions you would take to make sure you do not lose something you like and enjoy. That common sense, and it is common sense whether or not the jewelry is insured, and whether or not it is valuable. The precautions you should take with any jewelry that you like and that means anything to you, in fact, are simple common sense.
- Protection of jewelry
First of all, think about what you do when wearing jewelry. Rings are good example of how common sense can prevent loss.
More Rings are probably lost through carelessness than any other type of jewelry, because they are more apt to be taken off when being worn than pins or necklaces, bracelets or even earrings. So, Precaution Number One, if you wear rings, is to wear them at all times, or be careful with them as you are with your money and credit cards.
Men and women, incidentally, tend to regard rings differently.
- Storing and cleaning jewelry
When you take jewelry off, all jewelry and not only rings, what do you do with it? First, you should have a good and safe place for it. Second, that place should keep the jewelry safe not only from loss but also from damage.
The worst place you can put it is in a jewelry box already filled with other jewelry all jumbled together, where it can become scratched or more seriously hurt. The best place you can put jewelry is in individual leather or cloth cases or bags that will protect each piece from being damaged by other pieces of jewelry. If you do not have separate boxes from the jeweler for each piece of jewelry, at least put each piece in an individual case of some kind and do not drop it casually into a jewelry box.
In most cases, a plastic bag is a good substitute for leather or cloth. Plastic, however, should never be used with pearls, opals, and ivory, which need air to retain their beauty. Plastic, nevertheless, does have an advantage for other jewelry in that you can easily see the piece of jewelry that is in the bag. This method, incidentally, is also good for costume jewelry, which can be scratched as easily, if not more so, than precious jewelry.
Cleaning is also important in retaining and restoring the beauty and luster of jewelry with and without gems. Even gold can discolor from soaps and perspiration. Silver can be especially prone to tarnish, although almost all American sterling silver jewelry is coated with rhodium, an element of platinum, to prevent tarnishing. Any other silver that is worn all the time rarely needs polishing either, since wear retards tarnish. It still may need cleaning, though.
In fact, any metal may need cleaning now and then to remove dirt, soil, or soap film, as may gems. There are, in general, four methods of cleaning jewelry. Although all are safe for cleaning precious metal and diamonds, all are not interchangeable and safe for all kinds of jewelry. These are the methods most commonly suggested and used, but be sure to read further for the exceptions and for the precautions you should take with specific metals and gems.
-Detergents Bath. Mix a mild detergent and warm water in a small bowl or cup. Immerse the jewelry, brushing the pieces with an eyebrow brush. Rinse the jewelry under warm running water, being sure to put the jewelry into a tea strainer or cheesecloth for safety's sake. Pat dry with lintels cloth. Do not use for soft gems or foe any jewelry that is strung, such as ivory or pearls.
- Cold water soak. In a cup or bowl, combine half cold water and half household ammonia. Put the jewelry in and soak for 30 minutes. Do not leave it overnight or for a long period of time. After 30 minutes, remove the jewelry and gently clean the front and back of the setting, if necessary, with an eyebrow brush before swishing the jewelry in the solution again and draining it dry on tissue. Do not use soft gems or any jewelry that is strung, such as ivory or pearls.
- Quick dip. Commercial jewelry cleaners generally employ the quick dip method. Since cleaners vary, you should read instructions carefully and follow them to the letter. Do not use cleaners on nay jewelry not specifically mentioned unless you check with a jeweler first.
- Ultrasonic cleaners. You will find several of these small machines on the market. In general, the principle is that of using high frequency turbulence to clean jewelry soaking in a metal cup of water and detergent. Again, be sure to read and follow the directions with the utmost care and do not use the machine on any jewelry not specifically mentioned. Not all jeweler, feel these machine are safe even for diamonds. Before buying one, therefore, be sure to check with your jeweler and get his advice.
These then are the common methods in general. Specific metals, and gems, require specific care. The methods described below are safe for the specific metals and won't harm most gems. Keep in mind, though, that some gems need special care. Whenever you have any doubt about cleaning jewelry, be sure to consult your jeweler.
1) Copper
Copper will tarnish like silver in presence of moisture and sulfur. In most cases, however, a lacquer is baked on to prevent the jewelry from tarnishing. To clean copper, use any commercial cleaner that specifies it safe for copper. Do not use ammonia, which can erode copper.
2) Gold
The lower the number of karats, the more gold will discolor due to the higher percentage of base metals in the alloy. Mild soap, water and ammonia will remove the discoloration with ease.
One theory goes that you can prevent gold from leaving black mark on the skin by spraying the gold with hair spray. All you actually doing is adding a substance that can add to the tarnish. Keeping gold clean is the best way to avoid skin discoloration. In any case do not use hair spray on any gold with gems.
Gold-filled. Remember, the character of gold filled jewelry is the same as the karat gold that makes up 1/20 of the total weight, except that the jewelry will not last as long as the same jewelry in solid karat gold. Gold-filled jewelry can be cleaned the same way as karat gold, with mild soap, and a drop of ammonia.
Rolled gold plate. Rolled gold plate may contain less gold than rolled gold, but it should be cleaned the same way as gold-filled and karat gold jewelry.
Gold electroplate. Although the layer of gold deposited by electroplating may be 7 to 100 millionths of an inch thick, good gold electroplate can wear as well as rolled gold. It should be wiped clean regularly with a damp, soft cloth, and a mild soap and water solution may be used to remove any makeup. Do not use a treated cloth to clean gold electroplate.
Gold-washed or gold-flashed. Jewelry finished in this manner contains very little gold. The surface layer, in fact, is so thin that it may be negligible and wear off after a few times of being worn. Any cleaning, and particularly any rubbing, any remove the finish entirely.
3) Silver
Any commercial silver cleaner or silver cloth will touch up and clean silver jewelry. Soap, water, and a drop of ammonia will also clean silver that is very lightly tarnished or may just need cleaning to remove makeup and perspiration.
Silver-filled. Clean silver-filled jewelry in the same way as sterling. The older the jewelry, however, the more permanent the patina will be. Such a patina cannot be removed.
Silver plate (or silver electroplate). Silver plate, unlike gold, can last for years and can be cleaned in the same way as sterling silver. It can be re-plated, if necessary, although re-plating is more common in silver tableware than in jewelry.
4) Combination metals
Metals, including precious metals, are sometimes combined with other metals and with enamel. Be very careful in cleaning the metal that you don't clean off the inlay or enamel. The same caution holds true for vermeil, which is sterling silver with karat gold electroplate. If you must rub, rub very gently with soft cloth.
5) Gems
Some gems need special care. That care includes both cleaning and storing gems. Be particularly careful with:
Amber. Amber is the softest of all gems and will be scratched by all other gems. Be careful in wearing it and always store it by itself. It darkens gradually with age and exposures to light and should be kept in a cloth or leather bag case.
Never use a rough clothe or clothe that may have dirt, dust, or grit on it to clean amber because of its softness. Never use acid to clean amber or wear amber when working with acids since acid will decompose amber. Alcohol and other solvents do not normally affect amber, however, unless it is exposed to them for a long period of time. For this reason, be careful not to leave amber in any cleaning solution, except very briefly. Hair spray and perfume can also affect amber.
Coral. Coral is relatively tough. Be careful with twig coral in both storing and wearing, since the thinner the twigs the more easily the coral can break. Remember, coral is not a mineral and its luster may be spoiled by preparations used to clean other jewelry.
Diamonds. Diamonds should be kept apart from other gems to avoid scratching the other gems. This rule holds true for both storage and cleaning. One expert suggests boiling diamonds for 10 minutes in soap, water, and ammonia to clean them.
Ivory. Wash ivory carefully in soapy water, drying it with a damp cloth. Never soak ivory in soap and water, however, since soaking can cause it to crack or break. If you are cleaning ivory beads, do not get the string wet because the string will stay wet and can affect the beads. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaner or acid.
Ivory darken with age. It can be bleached by sunlight or peroxide. If peroxide is used, do not soak the ivory in it, and avoid wetting any string with which ivory beads are strung with the peroxide.
Keep in mind that ivory is permeable and relatively soft, factors tending to make it contract or shrink in cold and expand in heat. The combination of temperatures, along with soaking and drying out, can lead to the cracking of the ivory. Wiping it carefully with a soft, damp cloth, therefore, is probably the best method of cleaning ivory.
Jet. Jet, although tough, is soft and should never be kept with other jewelry that can scratch it. Scratching diminishes its polish and lessens its value to collectors.
Lapis Lazulli. Despite its softness, Lapis Lazulli wears well and is popular for men's jewelry and especially men's rings. Even though it may scratch, the scratches are not difficult for a good jeweler to polish out.
Malachite. Malachite is soft and is not tough like jet. It breaks easily and should be worn with care. It also scratches easily, losing its polish. Be careful wearing it next to your skin, which can turn malachite dark or black.
Moonstone. Moonstone's softness means that it needs care. Moonstones should be kept by themselves and cleaned carefully with only a very soft cloth and soap and water.
Opals. All kinds of opals are fragile and require care, the most care of any other gem. The polished stones are usually thin and may crack or craze. One cause may be extremely cold weather, indirect sunlight, in hot dishwater, or when handling frozen foods. Cold weather may also cause opals to shrink, which means they can fall out of the setting. Because of their softness, they are easily scratched and may absorb dirt or grit, another reason for avoiding dishwater and being careful in cleaning them.
Opals contain water, sometimes as much as 10%. Thus, they may dry out. For this reason, some experts suggest leaving them in water, in a mixture of water and glycerin, or in mineral oil to keep them from drying out and losing their fire, whenever they are not being worn. Use only a mild soap solution and a soft cloth to clean them. Never put opals in plastic bags, commercial jewelry cleaner, or acid.
Pearls. Both Oriental and cultured pearls are genuine pearls and need a certain amount of special care. Cosmetics (including hair spray), dust, dirt, and particularly perspiration can affects pearls. They should be wiped carefully only with a soft clothe after wearing and kept in satin-lined box, never in a plastic bag. Because their softness, cars should be taken not to scratch them. Pearls need to be worn and allowed to breathe. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaner or acid to clean them.
Peridot. Peridot scratches easily and tends to lose its polish. It should be stored and worn carefully but no special cleaning is necessary.
Topaz. Topaz should be kept in dark, literally. The gems tend to fade or pale in light, and some yellow-brown topazes on display in museums have turned clear after several years. Remember, too, it cleaves easily. It does not require special cleaning methods.
Turquoise. Since turquoise is very porous, it will absorb all sorts of impurities, especially if it is exposed to dirt and grease, such as in working in the yard or in washing dishes.
Turquoise tends to change color with age. It may lighten, darken, or streak. According to an old wives' tale, burying turquoise in dirt restore the color, but the advice does not say for how long or what amount of dirt might be absorbed. You are probably better off learning to appreciate the change in color.
Never expose turquoise to ammonia, which will spoil the surface by pitting or spotting. Jewelry cleaner and acid will also injure or destroy turquoise.
To sum up, one of best methods of cleaning jewelry is simply to use mild soap, water and a drop of ammonia, even though ammonia should not be used with certain gems. Commercial jewelry cleaners are also available at fine jewelers, and these are safe, too, for most, but not all, jewelry. Be surer to read the directions on any commercial cleaner carefully and to follow them.
When in doubt about cleaning any jewelry, ask your jeweler what he would suggest. Remember, a watchmaker is not a jeweler. For expert advice and help, you need a jeweler who knows metal and gems, because in some cases you may be better off bringing the jewelry into the jeweler's for cleaning.
Copyright 2005 Bijan Aziz.Bijan Aziz is the owner and Web Master for The Jewelry Hut
http://www.thejewelryhut.com
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Sunday, September 12, 2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
New Necklace!
14x12mm Fancy Jasper ovals and 2mm Fancy Jasper rounds.
Measures 18" in length and closes easily and securely with a sterling silver hook clasp.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
New! Smoky Quartz, Citrine Necklace
A focal pendant made with 14x10mm faceted Smoky Quartz, 5mm Citrine round and 24kt White Gold seed beads suspends from a sterling silver oval links chain. It measures 17" and closes with a sterling silver toggle clasp.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Gemstones -- An Introduction For You To Make An Informed Choice
by Rose Mary
Gemstones are mineral crystals or organic materials that have been cut and polished into beautiful items by skilled craftsmen. The minerals are naturally formed, solid, inorganic chemical compounds found in rocks. Each mineral has a fixed chemical composition and regular atomic structure, which gives it the specific hardness and color it possesses. Many natural crystals are attractive enough to be displayed. However, most of these crystals are faceted and polished to enhance their appearance.
Few gems, which are called organics, come from plants and animals. These gems include ivory, amber and pearl. There is a category of gemstones known as synthetics. They do not have any natural origin and are produce in laboratories. These artificial gems are cut to resemble the real ones. They have the same physical properties and chemical composition with natural gemstones. Gemstones are, typically, measured by their weight in carats.
To be considered a gemstone, it has to be rare, beautiful and durable. Gemstones, in its natural crystalline form, are rare, which means that they could only be found in certain parts of the world. Their scarcity makes them valuable in the market. The color of the minerals must be attractive, so that the gemstones will appear beautiful. Gemstones must be durable, which means that they should be hard enough to withstand scratches and damage.
The most valuable characteristic of gemstones is the color. Colorful gemstones such as emeralds, rubies and sapphires are highly priced. Diamonds, though colorless, are made beautiful and brilliant by skillful forms of cutting. White light is made up of a combination of the spectrum of colors. When white light falls on a gemstone, some of the colors are absorbed while the rest are reflected back. Those colors that are reflected are what we see as color of the gemstone. As each mineral interacts with light differently, a wide variety of colors of gemstones is produced.
The physical properties of gemstones are their hardness, their specific gravity, and the way they break. These properties depend largely on the atomic structure and the chemical bonding of the stone. The hardness of a gemstone is measured by how well it resists scratching. The specific gravity or density of a gemstone is derived by assessing its weight base on the weight of an equal volume of water. Gemstones can break in two ways, either by cleaving or fracture. The way they break depends on the atomic structure of the stone. Gemstones that cleave will break along the planes of weak atomic bonding. Those that fracture will break along a surface which has no relation to its atomic structure.
Gem cutting is a form of art which is done to produce finely cut faceted gems. This art contributes to the beauty of the gemstone and its value. There has been much progress made in gem cutting and polishing methods. These improved methods, coupled with an increased knowledge of the way gemstones responds to light, have resulted in marked improvements made on the appearance of gemstones.
Gemologists are fascinated by gemstones. They study each gemstone in-depth, both in its natural state and after it has been cut and polished. Gemologists are able identify every individual gemstone, as well as distinguish between a natural stone and a fake one.
Since early times, gemstones are considered precious and are well sought after. In the past, gemstones are known to represent wealth and power. They are used not only as jewels to decorate crowns and robes but also as amulets, talisman and charms. Nowadays, gemstones are not only for the wealthy, but rather they are appreciated by anyone who finds them beautiful and charming. Gemstones are commonly used to make creative jewelry pieces which are widely worn as accessories for personal adornment. Gemstones are highly treasured by people from all walks of life because of their unfading beauty with time. Being captivated by the timeless beauty of gemstones, most people desire to possess them. Hence, some people buy gemstones for collection purposes, while others buy gemstone jewelry for personal adornment or as gifts for friends. Gems that represent birthstones are commonly used as birthday presents. Due to the wide variety of gemstone jewelry items available in the market, there are plenty of gift ideas to choose from.
More information on gemstones jewelry can be found at: [http://www.internetbizcenter.com/gemstone/index.htm]
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Freelance Writer in various topics.
Please visit [http://www.internetbizcenter.com/gemstone/index.htm] for more information on Gemstones.
Few gems, which are called organics, come from plants and animals. These gems include ivory, amber and pearl. There is a category of gemstones known as synthetics. They do not have any natural origin and are produce in laboratories. These artificial gems are cut to resemble the real ones. They have the same physical properties and chemical composition with natural gemstones. Gemstones are, typically, measured by their weight in carats.
To be considered a gemstone, it has to be rare, beautiful and durable. Gemstones, in its natural crystalline form, are rare, which means that they could only be found in certain parts of the world. Their scarcity makes them valuable in the market. The color of the minerals must be attractive, so that the gemstones will appear beautiful. Gemstones must be durable, which means that they should be hard enough to withstand scratches and damage.
The most valuable characteristic of gemstones is the color. Colorful gemstones such as emeralds, rubies and sapphires are highly priced. Diamonds, though colorless, are made beautiful and brilliant by skillful forms of cutting. White light is made up of a combination of the spectrum of colors. When white light falls on a gemstone, some of the colors are absorbed while the rest are reflected back. Those colors that are reflected are what we see as color of the gemstone. As each mineral interacts with light differently, a wide variety of colors of gemstones is produced.
The physical properties of gemstones are their hardness, their specific gravity, and the way they break. These properties depend largely on the atomic structure and the chemical bonding of the stone. The hardness of a gemstone is measured by how well it resists scratching. The specific gravity or density of a gemstone is derived by assessing its weight base on the weight of an equal volume of water. Gemstones can break in two ways, either by cleaving or fracture. The way they break depends on the atomic structure of the stone. Gemstones that cleave will break along the planes of weak atomic bonding. Those that fracture will break along a surface which has no relation to its atomic structure.
Gem cutting is a form of art which is done to produce finely cut faceted gems. This art contributes to the beauty of the gemstone and its value. There has been much progress made in gem cutting and polishing methods. These improved methods, coupled with an increased knowledge of the way gemstones responds to light, have resulted in marked improvements made on the appearance of gemstones.
Gemologists are fascinated by gemstones. They study each gemstone in-depth, both in its natural state and after it has been cut and polished. Gemologists are able identify every individual gemstone, as well as distinguish between a natural stone and a fake one.
Since early times, gemstones are considered precious and are well sought after. In the past, gemstones are known to represent wealth and power. They are used not only as jewels to decorate crowns and robes but also as amulets, talisman and charms. Nowadays, gemstones are not only for the wealthy, but rather they are appreciated by anyone who finds them beautiful and charming. Gemstones are commonly used to make creative jewelry pieces which are widely worn as accessories for personal adornment. Gemstones are highly treasured by people from all walks of life because of their unfading beauty with time. Being captivated by the timeless beauty of gemstones, most people desire to possess them. Hence, some people buy gemstones for collection purposes, while others buy gemstone jewelry for personal adornment or as gifts for friends. Gems that represent birthstones are commonly used as birthday presents. Due to the wide variety of gemstone jewelry items available in the market, there are plenty of gift ideas to choose from.
More information on gemstones jewelry can be found at: [http://www.internetbizcenter.com/gemstone/index.htm]
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Freelance Writer in various topics.
Please visit [http://www.internetbizcenter.com/gemstone/index.htm] for more information on Gemstones.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Agate - the Stone of Protection
Agate is the stone of protection. It attracts strength and protects from stress and energy drains. Emotionally, agate gives courage, emotional strength, self-confidence, and dispels fears. Agate has a cleansing and stabilizing effect on the body.
Fossil Agate
Fossil Agate
Sunday, August 15, 2010
New! Fossil Coral Necklace
Coral Fossil is natural stone formed from mineralized remains of ancient coral. It shares the same metaphysical properties of Agate:
Agate (and Coral Fossil) is the stone of protection. It attracts strength and protects from stress and energy drains. Emotionally, agate gives courage, emotional strength, self-confidence, and dispels fears. Agate has a cleansing and stabilizing effect on the body.
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to M - the winner of the Red Aventurine Strand Necklace! Thanks to all who participated. Another giveaway coming on September 1st!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Red Aventurine Strand Necklace Giveaway
The perfect summer necklace - simple, warm and fun! It is handcrafted with 6mm Red Aventurine gemstones and small glass beads. It measures 16" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
Aventurine is a very positive stone and is known as a stone of opportunity and adventure. It enables abundance and brings good luck and money. It is also known as the all purpose healer and helps with mental agility, visual acuity, peace, opening the heart, motivation and leadership. Wearing Aventurine absorbs electromagnetic smog and protects against environmental pollution.
The contest will run through August 14 and the winner will be announced on my blog August 15.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
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Do one (or all) of the following:
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Aventurine is a very positive stone and is known as a stone of opportunity and adventure. It enables abundance and brings good luck and money. It is also known as the all purpose healer and helps with mental agility, visual acuity, peace, opening the heart, motivation and leadership. Wearing Aventurine absorbs electromagnetic smog and protects against environmental pollution.
The contest will run through August 14 and the winner will be announced on my blog August 15.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
1. Go to BE ADorned Jewelry's shop and pick your favorite jewelry item. Come back here and post your choice (1 entry)
2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
3. Twitter about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Oksana - the winner of the Sunstone and Freshwater Pearl Pearl Strand Necklace! Thanks to all who participated. Another giveaway coming soon!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Sunstone and Freshwater Pearl Strand Necklace Giveaway
Win this lovely necklace made with a Sunstone focal gemstone, cultured Freshwater Pearls, Bali sterling silver and glass beads. It measures 17" in length and closes with a sterling silver hook clasp.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
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BE ADorned Jewelry Blog is Back!
I tried my web host blog software and was very disappointed, so I'm back on Blogger.
Check back soon for a new giveaway!
Check back soon for a new giveaway!
Saturday, April 17, 2010
BE ADorned Jewelry Blog Has Moved!
I have move my blog to my website to make it easier to manage and to attract more traffic to my site. Please click here to go to the new blog!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Amanda Sue - the winner of the Champagen and Chocolate Freshwater Pearl Necklace giveaway! Thanks to all who participated. Another giveaway coming soon!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Champagne and Chocolate Freshwater Pearl Necklace Giveaway
Win this lovely necklace made of champagne and chocolate colored cultured Freshwater Pearls and glass seed beads. It measures 18-3/8" and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
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2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
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Monday, March 29, 2010
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Jasmine1485 - the winner of the Rainbow Fluorite Necklace giveaway! Thanks to all who participated. Another giveaway coming soon!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
*Touch of Grey* Double Strand Necklace
I love the combination of the soft looking, light gray Freshwater Pearls and the darker gray, metallic looking Hematite. The shorter strand measures 18" in length and the longer strand approximately 20/21". It closes with a sterling silver hook clasp.
Every silver lining's got a touch of grey...
I will get by...
"Touch of Grey" ~ Grateful Dead
This song always gets my feet tapping - before I know it I'm spinning around the room!
You can find this song on Grateful Dead's In The Dark CD...
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
*Little Wing* Necklace
All her friends call her little wing
But she flies rings around them all
She comes to town when the children sing
And leaves them feathers if they fall
She leaves her feathers if they fall
"Little Wing" ~ Neil Young
I can picture "Little Wing" wearing this necklace - petite, yet powerful and protective.
This necklace features a 13x17mm Turquoise gemstone pendant with a 4mm Hematite round accent. It suspends 1" from a strand of 4mm Ocean Blue Turquoise, 3mm Hematite gemstones and Bali .925 sterling silver. The necklace is adjustable from 16" to 18" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
One of my favorite Neil Young songs on one of my favorite Neil Young CD's.
*Love Is A Shield* Necklace
Love is a shield,
to hide behind,
love is a field to grow inside
and when I sometimes close my eyes,
my mind starts spinning around...
~Camouflage~
I stumbled across the lyrics of this song and it jumped out at me for the title of this necklace ~ Love Is A Shiled ~ it couldn't have been more perfect if I'd thought of it myself, considering the pendant is a "Camouflage" Jasper and in the shape of a "shield"!
This necklace features a beautiful 30x50x6 Camouflage Jasper gemstone shield. It suspends 2-1/4" from a strand of 6mm & 8mm Kambaba Jasper gemstones, 2mm Black Onyx gemstones and Bali silver. The necklace measures 19" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
I know very little about the band Camouflage but what I did hear I liked. You can give a listen on Amazon...
Rainbow Fluorite Gemstone Necklace Giveaway
Win this Rainbow Fluorite necklace made with a 12x15mm flat oval Rainbow Fluorite focal gemstone, 6mm Rainbow Fluorite and Bali .925 sterling silver accents. It measures 16-1/2" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
1. Go to BE ADorned Jewelry's shop and pick your favorite jewelry item. Come back here and post your choice (1 entry)
2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
3. Twitter about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
4. Follow me on Twitter, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
5. Fan me on Facebook, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
4. Blog about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
5. Heart BE ADorned Jewelry's store, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
6. Join my Mailing List and tell me you did so as a separate comment(1 entry).
7. Make a purchase from BE ADorned Jewelry's Shop and tell me you did so as 5 seperate comments (5 entries).
Note: Please remember to list each comment separately. If you put all your entries into one comment, it will only be counted once!
Thanks for participating! Good luck!!
Monday, March 15, 2010
"New Beginning" Necklace
This necklace represents a New Beginning for our planet.
We can break the cycle - We can break the chain
We can start all over - In the new beginning
We can learn, we can teach
We can share the myths the dream the prayer
The notion that we can do better
Change our lives and paths
Create a new world and...Start all over
~ "New Beginning" ~ Tracy Chapman
Picture Jasper is a wonderful stone for connecting with the earth and is often called the stone of Global Awareness.
Mother of Pearl is highly protective, nurturing and repairs the deep wounds created by unfulfilled needs.
This necklace is created with a 32x15mm New Picture Jasper gemstone pendant, 4mm amber Mother-of-Pearl and Bali .925 sterling silver accents. It measures 17" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
Check out Tracy Chapman's video for "New Beginning".
This song can be found on Tracy Chapman's New Beginning CD...
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Aik - the winner of the Multicolor Single Strand Freshwater Pearl necklace! Thanks to all who participated. Another giveaway coming soon!
Sunday, March 14, 2010
"Turquoise World" Necklace
The title of this one-of-a-kind necklace comes from the beautiful Native American flute music by R. Carlos Nakai. Every song on his CD "Canyon Trilogy" is inspiring and calming to the soul. "Turquoise World" is one of my favorites - the song and the necklace :-)
This necklace features a Turquoise and German silver pendant. It suspends 1-1/2" from a strand of 6mm Turquoise gemstones, 6mm Hematite gemstones and .925 sterling silver. The necklace measures 16" in length and closes with a sterling silver S hook clasp.
Turquoise is sacred to Native Americans who believe this stone bridges heaven and earth. This stone promotes spiritual attunement and assists in clearing your mind, opening you to the Universal All.
To be gifted Turquoise brings good fortune and peace.
Turquoise World is on R. Carlos Nakai's Canyon Trilogy CD and can be found on Amazon.
New! Crazy Love Necklace
Ok - another semi new necklace. I took the necklace apart - same beads (except the glass spacer beads have been changed to a different color), slightly different look.
I am feeling inclined to rename my pieces after songs - a way for me to combine my love for music and beads!
This one I named "Crazy Love" after one of my favorite songs by Van Morrison. It seemed appropriate since the pendant is Crazy Lace Agate, a stone which enables one to laugh.
Crazy Love can be found on Van Morrison's Moondance CD...
Saturday, March 13, 2010
New! "Get Together"... Music Inspired Gemstone Necklace
Actually, this necklace is not completely new. I took the piece apart and recreated it, giving it a fresh, updated look. While I was working on it the combination of "Indian" Bloodstone and "Chinese" Writing Stone brought the song "Get Together" to my mind (originally done by The Youngbloods, I really enjoy Lizz Wright's version).
"C'mon people now,
Smile on your brother
Ev'rybody get together
Try and love one another right now"
Rhyolite helps to faciliate change, Chinese Writing Stone helps to adjust to it and Bloodstone gives courage. This necklace truly represents brotherhood!
"Get Together" is on Liz Wright's Dreaming Wide Awake CD. Check it out on Amazon...
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Positive Living ~ Share Your Talents
Use your talent (everybody has one) in anyway you can. Don't keep it for yourself like a miser - spend it like a millionaire! ~ Lucy MacDonald
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Multicolor Single Strand Freshwater Pearl Necklace Giveaway
Win this classic style necklace made with multicolored gems of the sea: white, light champagne and dark champagne cultured Freshwater Pearls and glass seed beads. It measures 17" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
1. Go to BE ADorned Jewelry's shop and pick your favorite jewelry item. Come back here and post your choice (1 entry)
2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
3. Twitter about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
4. Follow me on Twitter, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
5. Fan me on Facebook, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
4. Blog about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
5. Heart BE ADorned Jewelry's store, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
6. Join my Mailing List and tell me you did so as a separate comment(1 entry).
7. Make a purchase from BE ADorned Jewelry's Shop and tell me you did so as 5 seperate comments (5 entries).
Note: Please remember to list each comment separately. If you put all your entries into one comment, it will only be counted once!
Thanks for participating! Good luck!!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Gem Therapy: Gemstones for Arthritis
Gemstones that ameliorates the pain associated with arthritis: Rainbow Fluorite, Garnet, Rhodonite, Moonstone.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to momtoem - the winner of the Mother of Pearl Necklace Giveaway! Thanks to all who participated. Look for the next giveaway coming soon!
Monday, February 22, 2010
*Mother of Pearl* Necklace Giveaway
Win this beautiful Mother of Pearl Necklace! Handcrafted with Mother-of-Pearl gemstones and small glass beads. It measures 16-1/2" in length and closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
1. Go to BE ADorned Jewelry's shop and pick your favorite jewelry item. Come back here and post your choice (1 entry)
2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
3. Twitter about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
4. Follow me on Twitter, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
5. Fan me on Facebook, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
4. Blog about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
5. Heart BE ADorned Jewelry's store, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
6. Join my Mailing List and tell me you did so as a separate comment(1 entry).
7. Make a purchase from BE ADorned Jewelry's Shop and tell me you did so as 5 seperate comments (5 entries).
Note: Please remember to list each comment separately. If you put all your entries into one comment, it will only be counted once!
Thanks for participating! Good luck!!
Monday, February 15, 2010
Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to musicxisxlovex1 - the winner of the Smoky Quartz Necklace Giveaway! Thanks to all who participated. Look for the next giveaway coming soon!
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
February *Smoky Quartz* Necklace Giveaway
Win this beautiful Smoky Quartz Necklace! Handcrafted with faceted oval Smoky Quartz, Citrine and Peridot rounds and 24kt White Gold accents! It measures 18-1/2" in length and closes easily and securely with a sterling silver hook clasp.
The contest will run through February 14 and the winner will be announced on my blog January 15.
I will use a random number generator to choose the winner so please remember to leave a way for me to get in touch with you in your posts.
Here's how to enter:
Do one (or all) of the following:
1. Go to BE ADorned Jewelry's shop and pick your favorite jewelry item. Come back here and post your choice (1 entry)
2. Follow this blog, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
3. Twitter about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
4. Follow me on Twitter, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
5. Fan me on Facebook, and tell me you did so as a seperate comment (1 entry).
4. Blog about this giveaway, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
5. Heart BE ADorned Jewelry's store, and tell me you did so as a separate comment (1 entry).
6. Join my Mailing List and tell me you did so as a separate comment(1 entry).
Note: Please remember to list each comment separately. If you put all your entries into one comment, it will only be counted once!
Thanks for participating! Good luck!!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Gemstones for Aquarius
Aquarius: January 20-February 18
Aquarius characteristics: unconventional, intellectual, friendly, independent, progressive, people-oriented, outgoing, humanitarian, idealist, unpredictable.
Hematite ~ Encourages positive expression of the Aquarius characteristics. It is the perfect companion for Aquarius because it promotes calm reasoning and mental clarity.
Aquarius characteristics: unconventional, intellectual, friendly, independent, progressive, people-oriented, outgoing, humanitarian, idealist, unpredictable.
Hematite ~ Encourages positive expression of the Aquarius characteristics. It is the perfect companion for Aquarius because it promotes calm reasoning and mental clarity.
Black Obsidian ~ Absorbs negative energy and good for combating depression.
Tiger Eye ~ Enhances passion, courage and willpower, energies very useful to Aquarius as they compliment this naturally intellectual and logic sign.
Monday, January 18, 2010
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