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Obsessions

First Time for Everything

My recent trip to Las Vegas had three instances where I said “there’s a first time for everything!” Each had something to do with jewelry and I thought you would enjoy this. I’ve always been a fan of Cartier jewelry, it was even the topic… Read More

Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Walton’s Antique Jewelry: Art Deco Engagement Ring

I’m still enjoying doing the photography and web site design/updates for Walton’s Antique Jewelry. I shot this photograph last week, I love it! The ring is an Art Deco diamond engagement ring, acquired from their trip to the Miami Antique and Jewelry Show. The center stone is… Read More

Obsessions

Jewelry Lookbook: American Dream

Been realizing more and more what it means when people say “The American Dream.” The beauty of the concept is how varied each person’s definition can be. Gold bangles and a peace sign necklace are true American classics to me, just as an apple pie or a… Read More

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Antique & Vintage Jewelry

Egyptian Revival of the 1920s

Walking around the Luxor hotel in Las Vegas has me thinking about all things Egyptian.  I love how during the Art Deco period, Egyptian motifs became popular because of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb.  Wanted to share this image with my readers of some true Egyptian… Read More

My Jewel Box

Art Deco Style of the Hoover Dam

The Hoover Dam is a well-known tourist attraction and an all-American landmark.  We had to check it out while in Vegas.  I was pleasantly surprised to find out how prominent the Art Deco style was throughout the entire project.  There were elevator doors in all gold, streamlined buildings, Art… Read More

Museum Exhibits

Titanic Lost Jewelry: The Artifact Exhibition

I have been forever fascinated by the Titanic–its story, from voyage to the fateful iceberg, has always set my mind in wonder.  One big reason is because I know for a fact I would have been standing in line wanting to buy a ticket if I lived in the… Read More