Gemstones are a true love story. Ask any jewelry artist about their favorite stones to work with and each one will have a different answer and list a different reason. […]
Bezel Jewelry & Stone Setting Tips
Starting with my Sparkling Snow jewelry collection I have begun to create my own bezel jewelry. This means for the last several months I’ve been creating handmade bezels for several […]
Summer Season Stones I’m Loving this Season
Summer evokes warmth, vibrant colors, days spent outdoors, and light clothes. This means during the summer, I try to follow certain summer jewelry design trends. I also incorporate summer-season stones […]
May 2019 French Nest Market: A Successful Fort Collins Jewelry Event
On Saturday, May 18, 2019, I was part of the May 2019 French Nest Market event. This turned out to be a successful Fort Collins jewelry event for my business. […]
New Metalsmith Bench
When I need jewelry supplies quickly, I visit Stone Stop Jewelers & Supplies. Each time I visit the store in person, I’ll ask my friend and owner of the store […]
Nature Inspired Jewelry: Using Natural Elements in Jewelry Design
Nature inspired jewelry is how some jewelry designers create collections or unique stand-alone designs. Natural elements can help add texture, color, and a unique look. If you’re looking for ways […]
Spring Snow Jewelry Collection Release
When you live at 5,280 feet, winters stretch a bit longer than they may in other areas. The nice thing about early spring in Colorado is that the weather will […]
Finding Jewelry Making Inspiration Around You
Over the last three months, I’ve been able to create three different jewelry collections that were different from one another and included some cohesive jewelry designs. I’ve also created more […]
Different Inspirations: Jewelry That Fits with the Sparkling Snow Theme
When I create my handmade jewelry I pull from different inspirations. Jewelry that I create can reflect the seasons, a memory, or a place I’ve seen, which allows me to […]
Sparkling Snow Jewelry Collection Release
There’s something magical about the world when it snows. For me, winter is one of my favorite seasons. I love the crisp air, the cold nights, the calm that comes […]