[Birthstone] November: Citrine & Topaz Jewelry
Why are there birthstones? The origin of birthstones is believed to date back to the breastplate of Aaron which contained twelve gemstones representing the twelve tribes of Israel. The current list dates back to 1912 with only one addition since then – tanzanite was added to...
Lillian West Gowns Accessorized
Lillian West Fashion Show with Style Avenue Studios Jewelry I was asked to design jewelry pieces for a Lillian West Fashion Show hosted at the Willow Ballroom, with Second Summer Bride Sacramento & Kate Whelan Events. Lillian West is fast becoming one of my favorite bridal gown designers....
[Real Bride Spotlight] Amy’s Bridesmaid Jewelry
Real Bride Spotlight Custom Handmade Bridesmaid Jewelry Amy was looking for jewelry for her bridesmaids. She was going to be wearing a family pearl necklace for her wedding day, but thought the gift of handmade jewelry would be a perfect option for her bridesmaids. Often times brides don't...
Boho Wedding Inspiration Photo Shoot
Real Weddings Magazine is such a wonderful magazine for brides searching for vendors and wedding inspiration! Every issue they give me the opportunity to participate in the photo shoots. All I was told about this one was the inspiration for the shoot was the music of...
[Press] I made the Cover of Real Weddings Magazine!!
I've Been Featured! I am so excited! My jewelry was featured on one of the covers of the latest Real Weddings Magazine!! In addition to making jewelry for brides, another aspect of my job is designing jewelry pieces for the magazine to use in their photo shoots....
[Jewelry Spotlight] Pink Amethyst Creations
Pink Amethyst is not really pink, it is more of a lavender or violet color. Amethyst is a variety of quartz which is naturally clear. The stones gain the purple color by absorbing iron and gamma rays. Since amethysts derive their color from outside sources, this is why there are so many variations. I...
[Jewelry Spotlight] Oceania Necklace 2 Ways
How to Wear this Necklace 2 Ways I love getting special requests. Not only that, but I love how inspiration can come from those requests. My friend and business coach, Mary, saw a necklace I posted on Facebook but wanted it in a different color combo. We...
[As Seen In] Pearl Necklace in Real Weddings Magazine
I've been published! I am truly excited to share that Real Weddings Magazine used my jewelry in their styled photo shoots!! In this Farm to Fork styled wedding shoot, they used my pearl necklace on the gray bridesmaid dress mannequin! I love how they show the...
Spiny Oyster and the Process
Hello Lady, I am not sure how much you know about me yet, but I just love the career path I have chosen, custom handmade jewelry. And I wanted to give you a glimpse into my world. So, if you didn't see my last post on...