Useful tips to enhance your knowledge about the jewelry you make, buy and wear.
Bali Beads
Learn the difference between authentic Bali beads and Bali-style beads.
Identify Stones
Find out the names of the stones that are designed into the jewelry on your wrist, neck or ears.
Ordering & Sizing
Learn an easy way to measure your choker necklace and bracelet sizes.
Silver Facts
Learn some facts about silver and what marks you might find on it.
Silver Jewelry Care & Cleaning
Learn why silver tarnishs and how to clean it.
Karen Hilltribe Silver Beads
Learn about the silver content and where they are made.
Care of Pearls
Learn the correct way to clean and store your pearls.
Birthstones
Look up your, or a loved ones, birthstone.
Glass V Crystal
Learn the difference between glass and crystal.
What is Amber?
Learn all about Amber.
Metal Allergies & Jewelry
Find out about why we only use quality silver.
Wedding Anniversaries
Give the perfect gift for those important milestones.
Colored Gemstones
Learn about the metaphysical qualities of colored gemstones.
Amethyst Lore
Learn about the origins and reputed properties of this semi precious stone
Swarovski Crystal V Czech Glass
A reader generated request for further information on the subject first broached in Glass v Crystal above.
Turquoise, Turquoise, Turquoise
All you need to know about this valuable and beautiful stone.
Questions about Counterfeit Stones
Call them what you like: artificial, imitation, or simulated stones – they have characteristics in common and they can be amazingly like the real thing. However, they do not have all of the physical characteristics of a genuine stone.
Glossary of Jewelry Materials
Find all about what your jewelry and findings are made from.
Swarovski Crystal Birthstone Chart
Check out your birth stone and a couple of crystals that change color!!