Monday
Family Jewelry for Mother’s Day
It’s that time of year once again when we’re all trying to come up with a gift idea that’s as unique and special as Mom. One of the most popular gift ideas is the Mother’s ring, a ring especially created and designed for one particular mom. The idea allows a buyer to configure a ring so that it’s entirely unique to his/her mother. The buyer chooses from a variety of ring styles, then selects a metal (generally silver or gold in differing weights), adds engraving with Mom’s and kid’s names along with a personal message, and completes the piece with a birthstone representing each family member (or child). The mother’s or family ring is always sure to please and bring a few tears from Mom. In the last few years the concept has spread to incorporate other pieces of jewelry, specifically bracelets, necklaces, and brooches. I really like this idea because with rings, although re-sizable, you’re not always sure that they’ll fit until they are tried on and even then, ring size may change over time. That problem doesn’t exist with bracelets, pendants, and pins. Regardless, a piece of family jewelry will be treasured by Mom and is sure to make you her instant favorite.
All entries filed under gold jewelry
no responses - Posted 04.07.10
Chamilia Bead Jewelry is one of the hottest new jewelry trends this year. There are so many different options with the beads, bracelets or necklaces..the options are endless. No matter what your taste and with so many beads to choose from there is a bead or beads for everyone. This ...continue
no responses - Posted 03.14.10
Finding jewelry for men that is both masculine and attractive can sometimes be difficult. One very popular trend that fits both of these criteria are Dog Tags. The concept is wonderful because dog tags invoke the macho image of our military heroes yet they aren't bulky, heavy, or cumbersome like ...continue
no responses - Posted 03.01.10
What are promise rings? When I was in college I knew girls who received promise rings from their boyfriends but was never quite sure exactly what a promise ring was. Well, a promise ring is basically a pre-engagement ring. In the past, men who were unable to marry for some ...continue
no responses - Posted 02.26.10
As a child of parents who owned a Pennsylvania jewelry store, Gregg Ruth's interest in and love for fine jewelry developed naturally at an early age. Deciding to follow in his parents footsteps, he opened his own store in Tennessee in 1977. Ruth found that simply being a merchant wasn't ...continue
no responses - Posted 02.19.10
Watching the 2010 winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada, is exciting and fun. I know the athletes at this and past Olympics have enjoyed exchanging pins representing their native countries. What other jewelry is there, though, that's indicative of both the event and particular sports? Charms are the best answer. Whatever ...continue
no responses - Posted 02.10.10
With the New Orleans Saints winning the Superbowl in such inspirational fashion, I wondered what connection the city of New Orleans had to Saints. I was aware of the city's French Catholic heritage so it didn't take much of a leap to connect the dots to the concept of Patron ...continue
no responses - Posted 01.04.10
As the saying goes, what's old is new again. Rose gold, also known as pink or red gold, is a gold alloy which blends gold with copper, creating a warm gold with a pink or rose hue. The higher the copper content of the alloy, the brighter the red ...continue
no responses - Posted 12.07.09
New York designer Judith Ripka creates unique jewelry. I'm not making this statement lightly, as there are many creative people are out there designing original, gorgeous pieces of jewelry. Ripka, however, takes the concept of "unique" to a whole new level. Her intent is to create jewelry that is both ...continue
no responses - Posted 11.20.09
The idea of stackable rings is a great concept. Hildago offers a unique collections of rings that are beautifully designed by founder Silvio Hildago in the Virgin Islands. Hidalgo rings are made with a brilliantly colored enamel coating and gemstones set in an 18 carat gold micropave setting. The micropave ...continue
no responses - Posted 10.30.09
Christian rings are a wonderful expression of faith and devotion. Today there are a multitude of styles, materials and symbols offered in religious jewelry. Gold and silver; diamonds and gemstones; crosses and prayer rings, all of these can be found in designs to suit almost any taste and wallet. Traditionally, ...continue






