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Help me design this tourmaline and pyrite necklace!


I need help!  I can't decide whether to make this necklace a short choker, or very long necklace that could be either be worn long or wrapped around the neck twice to make a double strand choker.  If I make it long, I can add either freshwater pearls or more pyrite along the length.  The chain and gemstones are really delicate, so I'm wondering if making it long will be too much. Please give me some opinions on what you'd like to see!... » Read More

Custom chain to match a sunstone pendant


Corey just bought this sunstone pendant and asked if I had a 24" chain to match.  I didn't, but I had a random 18" gold plated chain laying around, so I extended it with freshwater pearls to match her sunstone.  This is definitely a one of a kind piece, and she can remove the chain if she still wants to.... » Read More

earthegy featured in Inspirational Beading


earthegy featured in Inspirational Beading! http://inspirationalbeading.blogspot.com/2011/02/favorite-techniques-wrapped-loops.html... » Read More

Out of Safe Places


One of my lovely customers is an author!  In her words... I am happy to present my first book of poetry and short stories. This is a labor of love filled with juicy words and ideas that will make you laugh and perhaps even cry.    To my delight my Sisterfriend Rashida shares these sentiments in the foreword which begins... Out of Safe Places will whisper sweet something’s into the ears of all who hear.  This collection touches hearts, lightly nudges sensibilities, stirs the soul and feeds the intellect with wisdom garnered by thoughtful observation and historical research.  In a world where problems can numb ... » Read More

Crystal Healing Classes


One of my facebook friends, Brenda, teaches crystal healing and reiki classes and helps others start healing groups sponsored by The Foundation for Balance and Harmony. She's looking for people who would like to teach crystal healing classes, and she can be reached at brenda@healingcrystals.com The web store where they sell stones that fund their crystal healing educational pursuits is at www.healingcrystals.com ... » Read More

Upcoming Virginia Gem Shows in Virginia, April 2011


There are two upcoming shows in Virginia that will be showcasing beads and beading supplies, large polished specimens, mineral specimens, amethyst, agate slabs, cabochons, fossils, onyx-ware, and carved animals. March 18-20, 2011: Richmond Raceway Complex 600 E. Laburnum Avenue Friday 12-7 Saturday 10-6 Sunday 11-5 April 15-17, 2011: Virginia Beach Convention Center Friday 12-7 Saturday 10-6 Sunday 11-5... » Read More

Labradorite


  The Spiritual Properties of Labradorite   A gemstone said to have dropped from the Aurora Borealis itself, Labradorite is a stone surrounded by myth yet relatively new in our history. The gemstone with its misleading appearance sometimes shimmering, a transparent yellow, or even black, grayish, or tinged with blue was discovered in the 18 Century and has often been described as the rainbow bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind. Perhaps, this is why it has been used as an inspirational gemstone by novelists, artists, and composers alike. Along with inspirational properties, Labradorite also possesses meta... » Read More

Upcoming Virginia Gem Shows May - July 2011


05/20 - 05/22, 2011 - International Gem and Jewelry Show Chantilly, Virginia Location: DULLES EXPO CENTER, (South Hall), 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center Contact Phone: 301-294-1640 Website: www.intergem.com/flash/index.html May 20-22—MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA: 21st annual show; Treasures Of The Earth Gem & Jewelry Shows; National Guard Armory, 315 Commonwealth Blvd W. (across from Liberty Fair Mall); Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 11-5; free admission; jewelry makers, goldsmiths and silversmiths, gem trees, wire wrap, wire sculpture, pearls, stone beads, stone setting, amber, opal, mineral and fossil dealers, door prizes, grand pri... » Read More
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