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Oaxaca
Ahhh....Oaxaca. You know that sensation you get when you visit somewhere that just feels totally familiar deep down in your cells? Even if you've visited a place several times, but you still can't explain the profound sense of knowing it.
Tucson Gem Show 2024
Hard to believe it's been over a week since I got back from the Tucson Gem Show. As much as I try to stay on top of my accounting while I am at the show, there is always so much to do when I get back. Every purchase has to be catalogued, beads have to be counted, prices have to be calculated, and vendors have to be recorded. It's a lot of work! But worth every minute.
Small Biz Saturday Holiday Gift Guide
Want to support small businesses this Holiday Season? I hope you said YES! Here are some of my faves.... Introducing Diya of Diya Magic Diya Magic is a small, local business...
Life outside of jewelry
Ever since I set foot on San Juan Island, 20 (!!) years ago, summer's have been my busiest time of year. For the majority of that time, I worked at...
New Pretty Things are Brewing!
I've had a new collection brewing for over a year now, but it's just not coming together like I imagined it. It's still a work in progress, but I feel it's time to share what I've been working on. Here's a little sneak peek into my process....
Attend to YOU
In honor of the month of love, we are offering a super deal on Maggie's Facial Oil and Gua Sha kits. Each purchase comes with a complimentary Glowing Goddess Lip balm as well as a special discount code for any item on her website! I know Valentine's day is all about expressing your love for others, but hopefully you saved a little love for yourself too.
Permanent Jewelry, coming soon!
What is permanent jewelry you ask? I actually prefer to call it infinity jewelry, because it's not as permanent as it sounds! What it is is a relatively thin chain or bangle that gets welded closed around your wrist, ankle, neck or finger to create a seamless piece of jewelry that has no clasp and you can keep on as long as you want!
What's your number?
Don’t we all just love to hear about ourselves? I mean really…we love to know who we are, right? Numerology is a great way to know yourself better!
Betina Roza in Bellingham Alive
The beachy, colorful jewelry from San Juan Island-based business Betina Roza are sure to make the wearer stand out– and for good reason. Each piece is intentionally created to serve as a daily reminder to be bold, brave, and to follow one’s own path. After all, that’s exactly what Owner Erin Heydenreich has done.
Pride Month!
Pride Month! 50% of all the profits from the Limited-Edition Rainbow Heart Necklaces will go to the LGBTQ Freedom Fund. I love their mission, it’s so simple: they raise money to pay the bail for LGBTQ individuals.
Hecho en México
The colors, textures and artisans of Mexico have always inspired me and my jewelry designs. Over the years, I’ve traveled all over the country collecting beautiful handmade things, always halfway thinking that maybe one day I would have a store or something where I could share my love for textiles, baskets, pottery, beadwork and art.
