Diamonds, the April birthstone, but have you ever really known the true story behind on how that came about. Below will be a lot of information on the birthstone they call a "Diamond."
The Gregorian calendar has poems matching each month with its birthstone. These are traditional stones of English-speaking societies. Tiffany & Co. published these poems "of unknown author" for the first time in a pamphlet in 1870.She who from April dates her years,Diamonds shall wear, lest bitter tears.For vain repentance flow, this stone,Emblem of innocence, is know.MaggieMays has put a collection together of fine jewelry, home decor,
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Beat the rush of running from one store to the next trying to catch that sale. Believe me I remember those days of pushing and shoving, trying to make down the aisle's especially for children gifts. Start your early bird shopping with lots of sale's right here on ArtFire. Quality handmade children item's designed with a lot of love, care and expertise that will last a lifetime. Here is a collection based around infant and toddler gifts that I hope at least one will tweak your eye. Please feel free to leave a comment.Childrens Handmade Holiday Gifts Curated By: MaggieMaysArtFire.comHandmade GiftsAlso, check out over 400 idea's for your holiday ... » Read More
Julie and blue of bluemorningexpressions has given her heart in promoting artisan's handcrafted creations and the opportunity to show off our creativity in her Countdown to Christmas blog. This is a collection of those artisan's who have worked so hard in designing great gift idea's and bringing the spirit of Christmas to your home.Heart of Christmas - Week 7 Curated By: MaggieMaysArtFire.comHandmade Gifts... » Read More
When someone mentions the word Garnet to you it seems that everyone automatically thinks of the color red. Garnet's come in a variety of color's such as, yellow, green, orange, red and few more. Even though thee are many types of garnets, there are currently 38 known garnet names and appear in many color's.Have you ever heard of a Kanchanaburi Sapphire? It has a lovely blue color and is mined in Thailand.I would love to show you more of the different colored Garnet's which are available on the market in which I didn't catch in this lovely collection of January Birthstone gifts to treasure for life!Garnet Serene Birthstone Treasures Curated By:... » Read More
ArtFire artisan's have been hard at work just as Santa's elves have been doing to bring you the best gift idea's for Christmas and all holiday occasions. Several collection's have been created with quality handcrafted creations for your choosing. MaggieMays was honored with one of her design's added in each one of these collection's.First collection was curated by LittleApples who is from Singapore and her creativity comes from the inspiration she gets from her children and specializes in dressing accessories crafted with love. Visiting her shop you will find "Unique Beautiful Handmade Gifts for any occasions and all ages.Do you take cream... ... » Read More
Needless to say the year has been flying by and now its "Tis The Season" for holiday decoration's, shopping, cooking and some relaxation. MaggieMays has just the thing to help you accomplish all of these.Here are some great gift idea's that are heart warming, heirloom quality, home decor and style's that make a statement. So get your pen and paper ready!TOASTY...IBH Guild Curated By: MaggieMaysArtFire.comHandmade GiftsAfter that long day at work, cooking dinner and going shopping you'll need some relaxation time. Let's make you feel special with some great gifts to make you or your love one feel like a queen:Relax My Queen Curated By: Magg... » Read More
As the cool weather sets in its time to get a start on your holiday shopping. MaggieMays was honored in two different collection's full of gift giving and stocking stuffer idea's. All these creation's are handmade by talented artisan's on ArtFire.This first collection was curated by cardsbylibe who is honoring the It's Better Handmade Guild and its talented artisan's. MaggieMays "Tanzanite Engagement Ring" was chosen and added among all these creative Christmas gifts giving you good idea's for your holiday shopping. Be sure to stop by cardsbylibe for your Winter/Christmas Cards and receive a 25% off with your purchase of 12 cards. All of her cards... » Read More
"Fluorite is a gemstone that is uncommonly talked about! "The Most
Colorful Mineral In The World" as its colors are many; the most common
being purple, blue, green, yellow, pink or clear, but it is not uncommon
to find specimens in white, red-orange, black, brown and every color
and shade in between. It is also not uncommon to find multi-colored
Fluorite called Rainbow Fluorite! Fluorescent minerals are popular with
collectors, and Fluorite tops the list here."Magic of Rocks and Stones - Fluorite Kaleidescope
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