2016

Designer Rings: Does Name Brand Matter?

Whether you’re getting engaged or just want to purchase a beautiful ring for someone you love, the price for designer rings can be sky high. Unlike clothing or handbags that typically prominently display the name brand on their product, jewelry is much more subtle. Since not everyone will know the ring you purchased is from a high-end designer, it may not make sense to spend more when you can get a high-quality ring for less from other outlets.…

Buddhist And Celtic Love Knots -- Both Symbols Of Infinity

Buddhist love knots and Celtic love knots are both symbols of Infinity. It is usually more common to find the Celtic version used in jewelry and the Buddhist version on ancient and modern pottery, as well as on temple walls, though exceptions do exist. Below is an explanation of the two knot styles as well as examples of jewelry made with the intricate and ancient Celtic design. Buddhist Love Knots…

Add A Couple Coins To A Homemade Charm Bracelet

If you are an avid coin collector, add a couple of your favorite coins to a homemade charm bracelet by completing the steps below. The finished piece of jewelry will look great with casual or business wear and will showcase the coins that mean the most to you. ​Materials measuring tape metal chain link (to make jewelry) lobster claw clasp metal split rings jewelry pliers charms coins coin holder  ​Attach A Lobster Claw Clasp And Split Rings…

Three Tips For Caring For Your Jewelry

Your favorite pieces of jewelry can be items that you cherish enough to want to pass through your family for generations. However, this will require you to ensure that these items are properly maintained, and this is a task that many people may neglect. To help you avoid damaging your jewelry, you should make sure to use these three storage and care tips. Keep The Temperature And Humidity Stable Temperature and humidity can have extremely damaging effects on your jewelry.…

How To Buy A Conflict-Free Engagement Ring

No, this is not a discussion about how to avoid upsetting a prospective fiancee with an inadequate ring. Conflict-free in this instance is referring to blood diamonds—those brilliant and beautiful gems that were unfortunately mined under force by rebel governments who used them to support their war efforts. The public was initially made aware of this issue in the 1990s due to the conflict in Sierra Leone.  Beginning a life together by making a promise with a gem that stole the lives from others is unappealing to many.…