Jun 11, 2023 | Once Upon A Jewel
Here is a captivating tale of blending birthstones and heirlooms into a singular timeless jewel. “Bubble Ring” bespoke ring creation in 950 platinum featuring the 1.43 and 1.51 carat diamonds from client’s grandmothers and a 9 mm Akoya pearl, the client’s birthstone....
Mar 29, 2023 | Colored Gems
Aquamarine, named after the sea’s watery hues, has a storied history beginning with the earth’s oceans and water. Most often, aquamarines are in lighter pastel tones blending different hues of blue and green. Photo 1: “La Mer,” a Cynthia Renee...
Feb 11, 2023 | Designing Eye, Once Upon A Jewel
Yesterday, my daughter reminded me of something I’d told her a few years ago, “Our weaknesses are our strengths gone too far.” It’s so satisfying when your kids are of the age they begin to suspect you may have some wisdom after all,...
Feb 4, 2023 | Once Upon A Jewel, The Inner Jewel
It may surprise you that beauty is not in the eye of the beholder. Nor is it just culture telling us sparkling jewels are beautiful: our ancestors also found beauty in gemstones and loved to adorn themselves with them even before they could put their love into...
Nov 10, 2022 | Colored Gems, The Inner Jewel
Inherit the beauty and energy of the Earth by wearing her rare treasures. I recently wrote a booklet given to Golden Door guests during my visit two weeks ago on energy chakras and gems associated with healing. Let me share a bit with you. Everything...
Oct 30, 2022 | The Inner Jewel
Originating in Mexico, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is celebrated for a few days after Halloween. Since the holiday is associated with skeletons and skulls, I figured it was a Mexican version of Halloween. Not so. Dia de los Muertos is a reunion between the...
Dec 23, 2021 | Cynthia's Reflections, News & Press
Diana Jarret raises a glass in praise of Cynthia Renee’s exquisite champagne diamond, baroque pearl, and gorgeous blush pink-toned gems in her article for “Life in Naples”. Read more… See Cynthia Renée's custom jewelry design portfolio here....
