Would Dorothy’s shoes have been as powerful if they were lemon yellow? I think not. Snow White’s lips against her “skin as white as snow” wouldn’t have excited the imagination as much if they were petal pink. Read more »
Pearls: June’s Birthstone
Cherished as symbols of purity and perfection, pearls are the ultimate symbol of good taste. I adore pearls. As a jewelry designer I love all gems, their color and beauty is an inspiration. Brightly colored stones really get me, however; I am equally drawn to the subtle color of pearls. Their lustrous hues come in [...] Read more »
Emerald: May’s Birthstone
Are you green with envy? I am because emerald is not my birthstone. Don’t get me wrong, I love garnet, my birthstone; but emerald is the epitome. Green is my favorite color. This is one of the reasons emeralds are high up in my “gemstone love” top ten. Green is not the easiest color. Read more »
Diamond: April’s Birthstone
The French are glad to die for love. They delight in fighting duels But I prefer a man that lives and gives expensive jewels. A kiss on the hand May be quite continental But diamonds are a girl’s best friend. The ultimate, it is rare and revered. As close to perfection as a gem can [...] Read more »
Aquamarine: March’s Birthstone
What a gorgeous gemstone. From the family of minerals called “beryl,” it is one of the most stunning of earth’s creations. Aquamarine literally translates to “sea water” and that is what comes to mind when you look into the depths of this gem. It’s lucid color is reminiscent of the clear turquoise water of the [...] Read more »
