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Education & Advice

What’s the Difference Between Solid and Semi-Hollow Jewelry

I get this question frequently since I sell both solid and semi-hollow fine jewelry. I personally collect both kinds – I think each has importance in a collection for different reasons. I’m going to share the break down of my reasoning as to why I prefer one… Read More

Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Andrea of @LaPlusCharmanteShop

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Andrea of @LaPlusCharmanteShop – I’ve followed her for awhile now and actually got to meet her in person when she did the vintage show that comes to Nashville every February. Her pieces that she was… Read More

Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Hannah of @georgie-the-magpie

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Hannah of @georgie_the_magpie  – we have followed each other for SO LONG, I almost feel like she is part of my family!  Hannah is an art teacher and loves to foster creativity in people through… Read More

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Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Amie of @roguevintagejewels

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Amie of @roguevintagejewels – I met Amie several years ago when I was actively traveling all across the US visiting stores on my #JewelryRoadTrip. She worked at Alice Kwartler in NYC, one of my favorite stores I ever featured! Sadly the store… Read More

Education & Advice

Necklace Layering for Dummies (Stylish Dummies)

It’s no secret that layering necklaces is a hot trend right now. Sure it looks easy — put on a necklace, add another, and then another. But is it though? Have you ever tried layering necklaces before? Wow, so hard. There’s like an artform to it —… Read More

Jewelry Collection Stories

Jewelry Collection Story – Virginia of BathTubGems

Today’s Jewelry Collection Story comes from Virginia of @BathTubGems – Virginia is located in North Carolina, which is I know sounds funny but I love how she has this in her Instagram bio! I enjoy following her account for lots of reasons and… Read More