Dec 20, 2012 | Designing Eye
When Cynthia Renee saw an antique Japanese candle lamp on a journey of relaxation and contemplation at the Golden Door Spa in southern California, she knew she had found an image around which to design a jewel. The peace-filled imagery of candlelight spoke to the...
May 28, 2011 | Designing Eye, Gemstones, Once Upon A Jewel
Proud of his bounty, a gem collector came to me with a wonderful assortment of rare Demantoid garnets he had been gathering. Demantoid garnets, primarily mined in Russia and Namibia, behave in light similarly to diamonds and appear fiery. They are rare, beautiful and...
Apr 25, 2011 | Designing Eye, Legacy Jewels, News and Events
Another First Place, this time for Custom Design Distinction the MJSA’s Vision Awards. MJSA (Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America) is a national association for jewelry makers and designers, announced the winners of its annual Vision Awards, which...
