My favorite part of traveling is exploring–which involves antiquing and treasure hunting. Southern California has a lot to offer. A favorite spot of mine is the antique district in Carlsbad and Ocean Beach. At Empire Enterprises in Ocean Beach there is a wooden treasure chest (pictured above)… Read More
For having such small hands, I do love big bold rings! I’ve especially been admiring these big chunky yellow gold and diamond rings. Each one is very architectural and modern in design. Talk about exceptional birthstone jewelry for the month of April! All of these pieces… Read More
Riding horses is a skill that has been practiced since man and horse met. Not sure when equestrian inspired motifs were incorporated into jewelry, but I’ve seen many Georgian and Victorian pieces with horse-related themes. Whether it’s an actual horse, a horse bit, or a horse rein or… Read More
Just got back from my week-long GIA Lab class in Carlsbad, California. It was a fun week, full of learning–and of course, antiquing and treasure hunting. More on that next time! Always a good time at the Carlsbad campus–I especially love all the displays and seeing… Read More
I think Heather and Matt may have come up with the newest and coolest way to pick out an engagement ring. It involved a fun road trip from upstate New York all the way to Nashville to see me at Walton’s Antique Jewelry. Beforehand… Read More
{from top to bottom: Jewelry boutique Roseark’s lovely rings including a huge emerald, cute crosses & arrowhead Berkeley’s jewelry boutique Zaver & Mor sells designer and estate jewels Dying to go to a Zoe Chicco trunk show–all her designs are lust-worthy… Read More
