A Bond over Salt River Horses In the middle of the room at Scottsdale’s Celebration of Fine Art stood a giant piece of blue labradorite. It shimmered whimsically in the light, appearing like water with a bronze horse wading across it. At that moment, Julie Schwalbe, gemologist behind Forever Facets, fell in love with Salt River Crossing, a stunning work in…
Having an engagement ring wedding band is a rarity. Most couples prefer having both an engagement ring and a wedding band. But if you’d like to entertain a combination ring, here’s what you should know. What is an Engagement Ring? Dating back many hundreds of years, the engagement ring is a gorgeous token of love offered to a woman at…
Crack! The ball connects with the wood and sails toward the sky. The hitter rounds first base . . . on through second . . . past the shortstop, flying through third . . . and sliding into the plate! It’s a home run!! Baseball has always been a big part of Matt Leon’s life. And growing up outside of…
Custom wedding bands aren’t just for rock stars and Hollywood starlets anymore. Custom wedding bands are for anyone who wishes to pursue an original design for a timeless piece of jewelry. They’re for the couple who wants something unique and can’t find what they want in a retail shop or online. They’re for the couple who wishes to capture memories…
You’ve made it ten years! An entire decade since walking down the aisle. It’s time to celebrate, perhaps with a unique piece of fine jewelry specially crafted for your beloved. What’s unique about 10 year anniversary jewelry? Read on for seven things to consider. 1) Type of Metal and Stones Traditionally, the type of metal that best celebrates the ten-year…
“Almost ready?” he asked gently, poking his head around their bedroom door, a playful smile on his lips. Tonight for their date Henry was taking her on some kind of adventure. The activity, refreshments, and even the location were details she hadn’t been able to tease out of him. “At least give me a hint! I don’t even know what…
When you’re choosing a gemologist from the many custom gold jewelry makers in Phoenix, it’s important to choose one that will customize the experience around your unique needs. By asking the right questions, you can make sure that the custom gold jewelry maker you choose is one that has the skills and experience to provide the best value for your…
If you’re looking for custom jewelry in Scottsdale, you already know you can’t just choose any jeweler. You have to find someone that can truly understand what you’re looking for. Someone who can take your ideas, colors, and concepts and translate them into a piece that takes your breath away. Someone like that is not easy to find. Fortunately, there…
When it comes to expressing your individuality, you don’t want a piece of jewelry that you could buy just anywhere. You want custom jewelry in Phoenix – something crafted especially according to your vision. Custom jewelry is also an incredible way to wow someone who holds a special place in your heart. When you present someone with a beautiful piece…