Jewelry Articles
Glitter Like No One Else
Which Styles of Jewelry are Most Complimentary to Me?
A Blue Love Affair With Something Blue Anklets
For much of history, the color blue has been a symbol of love, loyalty, and trust. There is a lovely rhyme that has been popular through the ages: "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in your shoe." Believe it or not, this charming rhyme dates back to Queen Victoria's time.
Queen Victoria was born in 1819. She ruled from 1837 to 1901. Her marriage to Albert was celebrated in 1840. It was a timeless romance. One for the ages.
Jewelry History Timeline: Part One, Antiquity
A Brief & Storied History of Handmade Jewelry
The History of Handmade Jewelry: Back Then to Now
Artisan vs. Handmade Jewelry: Is there really a difference?
Your Sterling Silver Jewelry: Cleaning & Preventing Tarnish [PART 2]
There are many tarnish-removal methods available on the internet. Unfortunately, it's hard to sort out the ideas that work from those that don't. Even worse are the remedies (like toothpaste) that might remove the tarnish but which will definitely damage freshwater pearls or Swarovski crystals that are nestled amongst the silver!