Jewelry Education and Advice

With statement necklaces continuing to trend this Fall, layering necklaces in the right way continues to matter. This video shows you how to layer bigger and more delicate pieces.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKO8hmbYs3A

The word carat comes from carob, a seed that is uniformed in weight.

Contrary to popular belief, family heirlooms aren’t always highly valuable pieces–at least not monetarily. They hold value because of their sentimental quality; they contain personal value.

So what are the most popular family heirlooms?(You can guess number 1!)

1. Jewelry
2. Stories
3. Furniture
4. Quilts
5. Weapons
6. Letters and Diaries
7. Photos
8. Recipes
9. Clocks
10. Musical Instruments

The Family Curator found that there are missing items from this list:

Top 15 Family Heirlooms

1. Bibles
2. Photos, Albums and Scrapbooks
3. Letters, Diaries, Datebooks
4. Clocks and Watches
5. Jewelry
6. Furniture
7. China and Silver
8. Weapons
9. Military Relics
10. Quilts and Samplers
11. Recipes
12. Clothing
13. Dolls and Toys
14. Musical Instruments
15. Christmas Decorations

 

 

Beautiful earrings don’t count for much if you can’t see them. Often earrings (especially studs) can be buried in a sea of hair, with only you appreciating their hidden beauty.

Here are a few simple hairstyle tricks to keep in mind when you want your earrings to stand out.

Pearls hold a certain appeal in most women’s hearts. They maintain a certain classic appeal that moves beyond mercurial trends. Here are a few fun facts about pearls that may surprise you:

Pearls are the only gemstone made by living animals. Pearls differ from other gemstones in that they are not mined from the earth; they are made by creatures called mollusks. Mollusks produce pearls under unique circumstances over time, from a grain of sand. Not all mollusks produce pearls, and real pearls are quite rare in nature.

• The oldest known pearl jewelry fragment was found in the sarcophagus of a Persian princess who died in 520 BC.
• The origin of the name Pearl is derived from the Latin word “pirum” which means “pear” reflecting the shape of the gem.
• The Pearl symbolizes Loyalty, Faithfulness and Friendship<
• According to legends, Cleopatra dissolved a pearl in wine and drank it to prove her love for Marc Antony.
• In 1912, the American National Association of Jewelers adopted pearl as the birthstone of June. Pearls are also the birthstone for the Zodiac signs of Gemini and Cancer
• Myths and legends give pearls the powers of love, luck, protection, wealth, wisdom through experience and life to the laws of karma.
• Early Chinese mythology had pearls falling as rain when dragons fought.
• Greeks believed that pearls were the tears of gods.
• The name Margarita means ‘pearls’. Other names such as Margaret, Peggy, Marjorie, Margot, Maggie, Gretchen, Gretal and Rita also mean ‘pearl’ and signify purity, innocence, humility and sweetness

Source: ArtiqueShopping.com

 

Style 10579 Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace Freshwater Cultured Pearl Necklace, 10mm-11mm, 18″ long with a sterling silver clasp. For a larger view click here Available in: White Black Multi Color (dyed color) Chocolate (dyed color) Price: $79.00 – $199.00

While we love making people feel beautiful with our custom design jewelry, we realize the concept of beautiful runs deep. All the externals in the world won’t make you feel “in your skin” if you don’t practice the fine art of self-love and appreciation. Here are some pointers from Greta Gleissner:

1.) Acknowledge and Identify: When I notice that “I feel fat” feeling, the first thing I do is recognize that I am having the feeling. The second thing I realize is that fat is NOT a feeling. The phrase is actually a thought. Furthermore, “feeling” fat is often easier than feeling angry, hurt, lonely, etc. That leads me to wonder in what way my emotions may be making me feel emotionally full or fat. I try to first identify what is going on for me emotionally.

2.) Choose: I remind myself that when my negative voice tries to disrupt my happiness with intrusive body image thoughts, I have a choice in how I respond to those thoughts. I can choose to listen to the thoughts and fuel self-hatred, or I can choose to change the thoughts and reinforce self-love.

3.) Make a Decision: After I recognize I have a choice not to feel badly about my body, I decide to do something different. Sometimes a decision is all it takes. No one is forcing you to hate your body, so make the decision not to.

4.) Shift the Focus: After I choose NOT to listen to negative body image thoughts and make a decision not to dwell on it, my next move is to shift my focus onto something else. Think about it: The more you focus on something like fear or a body part, the larger it becomes.

5.) Support: When body image issues arise, the last thing you probably want to do is be around others. I have found that surrounding myself with positive people in my life actually help because it gets me out of myself. Feeling connected with others can actually help squash some of the perfectionism and criticism tied to body dissatisfaction.

6.) Appreciate: Instead of focusing on how your body looks from the outside, think of all of the wonderful attributes and strengths your body has from the inside. Make a gratitude list of all the things you appreciate about your body.

7.) Redefine: Create a new definition of beauty. If your body dissatisfaction is driven by the feeling of an inability to measure up to rigid societal standards, then think about how you can offer yourself more flexibility around your personal definition of beauty.

8.) Stop Comparing: The more we compare, the more we feel despair. When we compare, especially when experiencing body dissatisfaction, we are going to see all the positives in someone else and negatives in ourselves. Comparisons are not usually helpful, even if we are in the best of mental states.

 

Source: Huffington Post

Thrift stores are fun and creative way to experiment with jewelry at an affordable price. But how do you know what to buy and what to leave behind? Could you ever score big at a thrift store?

Here are a few pointers from writer Deena O’Daniel:

1. Condition, condition, condition: You are going to come across all kinds of jewelry in all kinds of condition. Look for broken clasps, missing stones, worn metal finishes, and any green material on gold tone jewelry. The green stuff is corrosion, and it can’t be cleaned off. Pass on that one. Check that stone settings are tight, and if they aren’t, be careful with the piece – you should be able to tighten them. If the piece is dirty you can clean it. Bring a jeweler’s loupe or strong magnifying glass so you can examine the piece closely.

2. Is the piece signed? The name on the back of a pin or earring, on the clasp of a necklace or bracelet, or on an earring clip is the “signature” of the designer. Signed pieces can be more valuable than unsigned, but there are also many many “unsigned beauties” out there. Look for the name, and if there is a copyright symbol ©, that means the piece was made after about 1955. No symbol – you probably have a real vintage piece. Look for the numbers 925 on silver jewelry – that means it’s sterling silver, and if the price is right, you’ve got a steal.

3. Price: It’s hard to put a price on thrift shop jewelry – the cheaper, the better, of course! I try not to spend more than $3 for a pin, bracelet, necklace or pair of earrings. You might come across something really spectacular that costs more, and if you think you can profit from it, or you want it for yourself, go ahead and buy it. A good rule of thumb when shopping thrift shops is this: If you like it but aren’t sure, set yourself a limit, say $5. If it turns out to be not so great, you’re not out that much. As mentioned, some thrift shop employees know more about jewelry, and will price some pieces too high for you to sell and make a profit. But there seems to be quite a bit of employee turnover in these shops, so the next person pricing jewelry might not be as knowledgeable.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/3546421

Some of the slogans you may have heard of, some may be new to you. But all (okay, most) resonate with the public and send that special message, individual to each business.

A diamond is forever.
Citizen. Beyond precision.
Crystal gets closer to the body than ever before.
Diamonds by the Yard.
Every kiss begins with Kay.
Live the moment.
Perpetual spirit.
Quality is Remembered Long After the Price is Forgotten.
The crown jewellers for 150 years.
The Jeweller of Kings.
The right time for life.
The added value of the first impression.
Where Maryland gets engaged.
For those who want more.
Honesty, my addiction.

Ring on your finger, necklace on your neck, and men on their knees.
Diamonds. Divas. Desire.
Love’s embrace.
Want honesty?
She only has two things on her list.
Unleashing the beauty of the stone.
Unstoppable.
Our reputation shines as brightly as our diamonds.
Beautiful, masterful design never goes out of fashion.
Walk down our aisles first.
Hearts on fire.
The ultimate in luxury and style.

 

Remember the magician who seemed to be possess the ability to suspend a person in midair? Magical, right?

There’s a dose of magic in tension set rings that makes people “ooh” and “ahh.” But more than that, tension set rings showcase the gem of the ring, as if a spotlight were directly on it. Modernistic and sleek, tension set rings are meant for those who like a daring approach to life and fashion.

For those concerned about losing the gem, these unique settings are as safe or safer than four-prong settings. Our tension-set rings are supplied by GelinAbaci who, with more than 10,000 rings sold, report no known diamond losses. At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, we guarantee your tension setting will stay in place.

About our Supplier:

GelinAbaci is not only our single-source supplier of tension-set diamond and moissanite engagement rings, but the premier designer of tension jewelry in the United States. And with more than a combined total of 50 years in the jewelry business, Gabriel Gelin and Sam Abaci create some of the most beautiful tension-set rings available.

When you purchase tension-set rings from Joseph Schubach Jewelers, you can buy with confidence. That’s because rings each ring from GelinAbaci is backed by The Schubach Guarantee.

Learn more about creating a custom tension setting, or shop our collection of ready-to-order tension-set moissanite engagement rings.

Here are a few samples from our collection:

Interesting to see that caring for your jewelry is considered a “life skill” in this week’s Chicago Tribune. We totally agree. After all, your jewelry is an investment and should be maintained to the highest degree possible.

Diamonds: Mix one part ammonia with six parts lukewarm water and submerge your diamond jewelry in the solution for 10 to 20 minutes. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to scrub the jewelry. Rinse.

Gemstones: Gemstones such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies are softer than diamonds (and stones such as topaz, opals and amethysts are softer still), so take greater care when cleaning them. Dip a soft-bristled toothbrush into a mixture of lukewarm water and a few drops of mild dishwashing soap and scrub away the grime. Rinse. Don’t submerge gems in a solution for a long time because they are more porous than diamonds, and you can’t be sure how they will react.

Pearls: Polish with a jewelry polishing cloth. If it is a string of pearls, just hold the cloth between two fingers and pull the string through. The main issue with pearls is that they can dry out, so don’t store them in an overly dry place.

Gold: Clean with a soft-bristled toothbrush dipped in a solution of lukewarm water and dish soap; once a year you can do a deeper clean with the water and ammonia mixture used for diamonds. Rinse. Polish with a dry soft cloth or a jewelry polishing cloth, which will better return the luster to the jewelry.

Silver: Dry polish using a soft cloth or jewelry polishing cloth. Avoid coarse towels or fabrics, which can scratch. If you need to clean more thoroughly, scrub with a soft toothbrush dipped in a water and dish soap mixture and then polish with the soft cloth.

If the silver is tarnished and won’t improve with basic cleaning, take it to a jeweler for professional cleaning. To prevent the oxidation that causes tarnish, store the jewelry in its own plastic or soft cloth bag.

Read more here! 

 

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