by JDWeb | Jul 4, 2023 | Gemstones, Just Fun, Opals, Pearls
When I took my first wire wrapping class in 2000, I knew I loved working with wire and it came easy to me. At the time, I hadn’t yet realized my love for gemstones was so strong! Somewhere I’ve written (maybe it’s on the biography inserts I put into my gift boxes?)...
by Natalia Wilson | Mar 31, 2023 | Opals
I’m an October baby, so my attention and reverence for opals have been lifelong. I recently connected with an opal dealer, whose collection of Australian Opals was irresistible to me. My purchases were only limited by my available funds. I couldn’t wait to share them...
by Natalia Wilson | Oct 6, 2021 | Custom Jewelry, Gemstones, Opals, Pearls
If I have to think of fall, the first thing that comes to mind are leaves, leaves, and more leaves. (My yard is comprised of trees…lots and lots of trees, which mean an annual onslaught of falling leaves.) So, leaves is what we shall focus on this month. My...
by Natalia Wilson | May 30, 2021 | Gemstones, Just Fun, Opals
Like me, I bet most of you have been itching to travel. Since we’ve been on lock down, I decided to revive a wonderful memory of our “Bucket List” trip to Australia and New Zealand several years ago. It was unforgettable and extraordinary! So, journey with me to...
by Natalia Wilson | Mar 31, 2021 | Colors, Custom Jewelry, Opals
In celebration of spring,the colors of April reflect the blue of robins’ eggs, the petals of lavender, the swirling patterns of yellow and white like the daisy centers, and pink cherry blossoms. Like a garden of colors bursting with life, these stones are inspired by...