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Toast, Jewelry, and a Dare to Succeed

Toast, Jewelry, and a Dare to Succeed

Written By Allie Perry August 1, 2025 I can talk about making jewelry, happily, for days. But not about the specifics. If you want someone to t...

⚡️ Lightning bug or 🔥 firefly?

My husband and I have been debating something lately. You know those little bugs with glowing butts that drift around your backyard in the summer? ...

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Good intentions. Bad snacks. Worse jewelry. Let’s fix it.

Five Simple Steps For Finally Getting Your Jewelry Organized!

Are you tired of having your jewelry collection all jumbled up? Follow these five simple steps and you'll never worry about your jewelry organizati...

Comparison Is The Thief of Joy

Because sometimes what we think we want, what we actually want, and what will make us happy are three different things.

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Why I'll Never Use AI to Design Jewelry

I’ll never use AI to design jewelry. Ever. Let's talk about why. First, let’s get back to basics. AI. Artificial Intelligence. I’m sure my blog pos...

Networking Sucks

The last thing I want to do is go to an event where I don’t know anyone and be forced to strike up conversations with strangers, or worse…endure sm...

An Intro to Hand Engraved Jewelry

When you think about personalized jewelry, you may think of intricately engraved lockets or signet rings. Pieces like those are often engraved by h...

All About Gold

Gold has been prized across civilizations for thousands of years for its beauty, rarity, and versatility. Whether adorning the royalty that hoarded...

What’s the Difference between Estate, Vintage, and Antique Jewelry?

If you love jewelry, you’re probably no stranger to the terms estate, vintage, and antique. Many people use them interchangeably, but did you know ...

What's the Difference Between Gold Plated Jewelry and Gold-Filled Jewelry?

In February of 2025, gold prices (among other things… I’m looking at you, eggs) hit an all-time high. And if you’re looking to grow your jewelry co...

What's the Best Way to Store My Jewelry?

Shopping for jewelry is the fun part- but proper jewelry storage is essential for keeping your collection safe, untangled, organized, and in excell...

What are Color-Change Gemstones?

Color-change gemstones exhibit a dramatic shift in color when viewed under different types of lighting, typically daylight and incandescent light. ...