Only Life is More Colorful.
Jewels, Gems & the Colors of Life
A Family Affair: A Custom Jeweler Builds Memories for a Client
Written by Peggy Jo Donahue and originally published by the Manufacturing Jewelers and...
Mom’s Last Words: Jewelry as a Living Legacy
How much of love is served by memory?I bet you all remember your first kiss - maybe even what your...
The Sobering Story of Amethyst and Bacchus
In Greek mythology, Bacchus is the God of agriculture and wine, with particular focus on...
Purple Reigns: How to Wear Purple Jewels and Clothing
How do you feel about the color purple? It's one of my favorites. Thrilling or perplexing, the...
Mega Earring Looks from a Few Strategic Pieces
The venue was a relaxed, Bohemian cafe, and I was so excited to meet my friend and client, Lisa,...
Light Beams from “The Morning After”
Today, the morning after, I walked to work letting my mind go roaming off leash.I decided to wear...
Changing Styles with the Seasons
My friend & client Carolyn inspires me with her combinations of colored gem jewelry and...
The Bitch is Back
Do you like surprises or pranks? I sure do and think of them as an alternative “I Love You” to my...
Pearl Games
A client came to me with a stash of pearls she just didn't wear. We made her pearl stash wearable,...
Hi, I’m Cynthia!
As a gem-mine geologist turned colored gem dealer and award-winning custom jewelry designer, I transform your personal stories into jewels that reflect your journey and dreams. I am your guide, advancing your eye as we create your jewel or build your gem collection. Let’s bring your vision to life ~ schedule a no-obligation clarity call.
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Jewelry Shouldn’t Just Be Worn.
It Should Awaken Something Inside You.
For years, I was caught in the endless cycle of doing—striving, achieving, moving from one thing to the next.
Then, I discovered something powerful—not in a retreat, not in reinvention, but right inside my jewelry box.
I developed a simple 3-minute ritual that changed everything. It brought back my vitality, clarity, and joy.
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