10 Common Gemstones and What They Symbolize
1. Lapis Lazuli It is a beautiful blue stone that has been prized throughout history. The rich celestial shade of Lapis Lazuli remains a symbol of deep honor and royalty. …
All About African Turquoise
Although African Turquoise is called Turquoise, it is actually not turquoise in the traditional sense. Rather, it is a form of jasper that is mined in Africa, and is often …
Hypoallergenic Metals for Sensitive Skin
Metal allergies can take a variety of different forms. Some people are only allergic to nickel, while others are allergic to copper, yet still others may be allergic to any …
All About Hematite
Hematite is a form of iron oxide that is usually a dark gunmetal color, though it can also be found in brown, silver-grey, or red. It has been used as …
The Many Forms of Jasper
Jasper is an amazing gemstone that appears in a huge variety of colors and patterns. It is a variety of Silicone Dioxide that usually features opaque and neutral colors, including …
Interesting Facts about Lava Rock Beads
Lava Rock beads are, as their name suggests, a type of igneous rock. These beads are becoming very popular among beaders today, as they are irregular in shape with sponge-like …
The Jade Gemstone – Interesting Facts
Jade is a beautiful and durable material that has been around since pre-historic times. It’s often used in jewelry-making for pendants, earrings and bracelets. Jade is often cut in cabochons …
Interesting Facts about Magnesite
Magnesite is a beautiful gemstone that looks similar to Turquoise or Howlite. When cut and polished into beads, it features a dark thread of veins or a web-like matrix across …
The Extraordinary Alexandrite – June Birthstone
If you were born in June, you actually have not one but two birthstones to choose from – the classic Pearl and the very extraordinary gemstone, Alexandrite. We’ve written a …
A Guide to Sizing Your Handmade Jewelry
Getting the sizing right when making handmade jewelry can be a little tricky, especially if you’re making jewelry as a gift for someone else rather than yourself. In our post …
May Birthstone – The Glamorous Emerald
The emerald is the birthstone for May and one of four well-known precious gemstones – the others are diamonds, sapphires and rubies. Emeralds, with their luscious green hues, are highly …
Labradorite – An Optical Delight
Labradorite is a beautiful and unusual gemstone that is similar to Moonstone. It features a beautiful iridescent optical effect on its surface. In this post, we explore some interesting facts …
April Birthstone – The Dazzling Diamond
If you’re lucky enough to have been born in April, your birthstone is the magnificent and highly valuable diamond! In this post, we explore some interesting facts about diamonds, including …
Fascinating Facts about Howlite
Howlite is perhaps best known for being an imitation gemstone, as it can be dyed different colors to look like semi-precious gemstones such as Turquoise and Coral. Even though Howlite …
The Lapis Lazuli Gemstone – Interesting Facts
Lapis Lazuli is a semi-precious opaque gemstone that is well-known for its intense deep royal blue color and shimmering golden flecks that are reminiscent of a starry night sky. This …
