What Jewelry To Wear With An Evening Gown does not always have a simple or straightforward answer.  It depends on a few things.  Mainly, are you a risk taker or do you like to conform to the norms. Either way, there are still guidelines to follow.  But as an

Radiant Cut Diamonds Everything You Need To Know Radiant Cut Diamonds are currently one of the hottest choices for engagement rings and custom jewelry.  We are not sure where this explosion of demand came from.  But if we had to bet, it would be from either paid influencers or celebrities

Morganite Gemstones Morganite has become on of those stones that people looking for a diamond alternative have been flocking to recently.  Morganite has a stunning beauty and delicious pink tones that works very well for those looking for an engagement ring with a colored gemstone.  On top of being a

Natural Sapphire Gemstones Natural Sapphire has been one of the most popular gemstones since it was discovered thousand of years ago. Both royalty and the everyday person alike have revered this stone. Sapphires are both stunning and is believed to have healing properties. And although everyone thinks of blue when

Gemstones And Healing Gemstones have been attributed with healing powers since they were first discovered. One of the largest benefits gemstones are purported to have is healing properties for stress, anxiety and depression.  In today’s hectic and non-stop world, relief from those things can be both necessary and a god

Emerald Gemstones All You Need To Know When we talk about Emerald Gemstones, we are dealing with a stone that has a rich history.  Its lush green color has been prized since emeralds were discovered thousands of years ago. Emeralds have also a profound meaning that has helped it to

Significance Of Earrings The Significance Of Earrings is hard to understate.  We have been wearing earrings for millennia and not for the same reasons as today. Originally, earring were worn by men as statuses of wealth, power and status.  It was awhile before women co-opted them for themselves and began

Green Diamonds are not even the first or second rarest color of diamond.  Those designations go to red and blue diamonds.  There are only around 30 naturally red diamonds in the world, so it would make sense that you had never seen one.  Green is actually one of the more

How To Choose Jewelry Gifts For Her Choosing Jewelry Gifts For Her doesn’t have to be hassle many think it to be.  It might require some effort and thought, but isn’t the person you are gifting jewelry to worth it?  Giving a gift that the recipient loves is a wonderful

The number of Diamond Earring Styles isn’t small.  If you include the variations of a style or style combos, the options become a lot more unmanageable.  Especially if you are a male giving earrings as a gift.  Diamond Earrings are a classic gift option.  It is also hard to go

14K Gold Jewelry is everywhere. In the US, you will not find nearly as much 10K or 18K jewelry as you will 14K.  It is the default gold purity for most gold jewelry for a variety of reasons.  14K Gold is durable, beautiful, and more affordable than 18K. It can

We make custom jewelry, so Crystals For Beginners is not really in our wheelhouse. However, we deal with most of the gemstones we will discuss in this post on a daily basis.  So, we figured we would learn and write about a use for crystals that pre dates jewelry: healing

Resizing A Ring We have many customers who worry too much about Resizing A Ring.  They think it is a major repair and would rather not do it.  But it isn’t.  And you shouldn’t be afraid of having it done.  However, there are options besides cutting into your ring that

Family Birthstone Jewelry Family Birthstone Jewelry is the perfect gift for parents, grandparents, spouses, or any beloved family member.  Because the only requirement is that it contain birthstones, the options are almost endless.  Birthstones can be put into rings, pendants, earrings, etc.  And generally, gemstones are inexpensive.  A few months

What Is A VVS Diamond is a common question part of a larger one about diamond clarity.  What is it? Why is diamond clarity so important? How do clarity grades affect price? We will discuss all of this and more in this post. What Is A VVS Diamond? A VVS

What Are Pavé Engagement Rings? A pavé engagement ring is a type of ring that features small diamonds or gemstones set closely together to create a continuous surface of sparkle. The term “pavé” comes from the French word for “paved,” which accurately describes the appearance of the ring. The diamonds

Custom Jewelry Custom Jewelry has exploded in the last decade with the growth of CAD technology, internet jewelry sales, and the desire for something that no one else has.  Before then, customized made jewelry was localized, expensive, and not very common.  And you can’t pinpoint one of those phenomenon as

What Is Statement Jewelry?  It depends on who you ask.  But generally, they are pieces that show YOU to a T.  They are intended to express your sense of style and personality in a sometimes over the top way.  They are also meant to evoke a response from those that

What Is Black Gold What is Black Gold?  Why is it called black gold when it really isn’t gold? Is it durable? Can you get different shades of black? What about matte vs metallic finishes?  These are common questions it seems the internet is full of misinformation about.  We will

How To Pick The Right Engagement Ring is not something we are taught as kids!  We are just expected to be able to navigate the world of engagement rings when the time comes.  And it is not easy if you have no experience with jewelry or engagement ring styles.  We

History Of Vintage Jewelry The History Of Vintage Jewelry is loosely our history as well.  It reflects the technology of the time and shows the styles popular at the time.  When you inherit a piece of jewelry that has been passed down a few times, you are also inheriting the

Facts About Weddings are not what people think about when planning a wedding. They are thinking about the guests, food, and party!  Then there is also the rings that can be a chore to find. So, we thought we would come up with some of the more fun facts about

Online Custom Jewelry Design Online Custom Jewelry Design is pretty much all we do.  We do have a few local customers, but the vast majority we will never meet in person. And we only know what someone looks like if they have a pic on their gmail avatar!  While having

How To Sell Old Jewelry How To Sell Old Jewelry is a question we have been asked many times.  We know there are always pawn shops and gold buyers who will relieve you of your old jewelry. However, they generally pay pennies on the dollar and  do not give you