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Trend Watch: Minimalist Jewelry

Posted on March 03, 2016 by Mary Hood | 1 Comment

Although we love the layering and
stacking jewelry trend, there is something utterly refreshing about its counterpart: The Minimalist Jewelry Trend.

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How to Find the Best Metal for Your Skin Tone

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Mary Hood | 1 Comment

When it comes time to invest in an important piece of jewelry, you may want to consider which metal is the most flattering for your skin tone. Although types and colors of metal go in and out of fashion (rose gold is currently having a moment), for a lasting piece, you’ll appreciate having something that brings out the best in your skin—whatever the current trends are.

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Posted in gold, jewelry shopping, jewelry tips, rose gold, silver, skin tone, style tips

Trend Watch: What Is a Raw Diamond?

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

Raw gemstones present an edgy alternative to traditionally shaped and polished stones. Raw diamonds, in particular, are increasingly featured in unconventional engagement rings.

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Trend Watch: Layered Necklaces

Posted on October 08, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

Although people have been layering necklaces since there were necklaces to layer, the trend has evolved to suit a contemporary aesthetic—one that makes room for unexpected pairings

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Eco-Friendly Jewlery: DIY Spoon Rings

Posted on September 17, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

Spoon rings are special because they provide an opportunity to make something beautiful out of something we no longer use.

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Posted in DIY, eco-friendly, handmade, jewelry making, jewelry making tools, jewelry tips, silver, spoon rings

What to Do When You Lose a Diamond Earring

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

The realization of losing a special piece of jewelry can make your heart sink. Most of us have been there...

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Posted in bezel, bezel setting, champagne diamonds, custom jewelry, diamonds, earrings, jewelry tips, necklace

The Bow Tie Effect in Oval Diamonds

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Mary Hood | 0 Comments

bow tie effect in diamondsSimply put, a bow tie in an oval diamond looks like a man’s dark bow tie sitting in the center of the stone. It occurs when center facets of the stones obscure light reflection. These black patches in an oval stone aren’t all bad, however. Some bow tie effect will be present in any fancy-cut stone, but the severity of the bow tie is determined but the stone’s cut.

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