Blue Turquoise Copper Color Wire Wrapped Ring with Silver

I have been working on new wire wrapped rings, with gemstone settings. I probably have been thinking about this for several years, but could never find a method that I both enjoyed to do, and felt the stone would be secure in the setting. I finally got it! This is a size 5 copper color wire wrapped ring with a good size turquoise oval cabochon gemstone. I have several new rings done, and all are for sale in my Etsy store. If you love unique, one of a kind pieces of jewelry, check out my shop. I offer free usa shipping, and a layaway service.

What Is Your Birthstone?

Every now and then, I like to share videos about birthstones. I am always amazed how many people don't know what their birthstone is. For the month of December, the traditional birthstone is Blue Zircon, a rather expensive stone. Turquoise was added to the list, but Blue Topaz is often used in place of the Blue Zircon, due to its affordability. Blue is the most popular color gemstone in the USA, according to a report I read. When you watch the video below, not only does it show you the traditional color of your birthstone, but other colors the stone comes in. For example Zircon comes in all shades from white to black, and in between. So does Sapphire, for September, Diamond for April, and even Amethyst comes in both purple and green. The only one I kind of don't like, is the March birthstone, depicted in the video. The birthstone for March is Aquamarine, which is of course a beautiful blue color gemstone. In the video he shows other members of the Beryl family, such as Morganite and Goshenite, which are pink and white gemstones. They are not Aquamarine. Aquamarine only comes in shades of blue green, and blue. Other than that, I loved the video. I forgot to say, that a few years ago Tanzanite was also added as a December birthstone. Good luck getting a good quality, as well as good price on one of those. Don't forget to check out my Ebay store, select items on sale right now, and my Etsy store.  My Etsy store will mainly be for made to order items, but I am still going to have a small inventory of on hand items as well.  If you know of something you want, and think maybe I could make it, contact me. 

Blue Topaz and Turquoise

If you were born in December your birthstone is the Blue Topaz, or alternately Turquoise. The original birthstone, for December, was Blue Zircon. But due to it's very expensive price and rarity for getting it, Blue Topaz has replaced it. Did you know that blue is the most popular color in America? Watch the videos below to see both of these beautiful gemstones.

Unique Handmade Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Here in the US, Mother's Day is the second Sunday in May, each year.  In 2012 it is May 13th.  You still have time to get your mom a unique and beautiful gift.  Listed below are links to FB pages and Etsy stores, all who sell beautiful items.  There is jewelry, soaps, stained glass items, and fitness items.  There is something wonderful for every type of mom.  Check them out.

 http://www.etsy.com/listing/96635893/necklace-pearl-crystal-cream-pearl
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66290116/stained-glass-dragonflies-and-butterfly
http://www.etsy.com/listing/98382373/rose-on-slate-and-2-rose-embossed-heart
http://www.facebook.com/fabulousresults.itworks
https://www.facebook.com/Kittys.Bits.and.Pieces.UK
http://www.etsy.com/listing/91686459/sale-gemstone-bracelet-bangle-turquoise
http://www.etsy.com/listing/94839922/large-pear-shape-purple-stone-pendant

Robins Egg Blue Turquoise Ring

Turquoise, a very beloved, and traditional gemstone. The lovely robin's egg blue color, makes it a much loved stone. Turquoise, is very often found with black veins, or a matrix. Turquoise also can be found in other colors, but they are usually dyed not natural in color. USA Turquoise, very often has Iron in it, giving it a greenish blue color. Turquoise is a softer stone, with a hardness of only 5-6. But more importantly it is a very pourous stone, which can lead to the stone cracking and drying out. It is somewhat unstable, and is very often dipped in resin, or other products to coat it and make it more stabilized. It is very sensitive to household chemicals, and oil from the skin. Care should be taken when wearing and cleaning Turquoise. Turquoise jewelry should always be removed, before washing hands, taking a shower, housework, or any other activities that could expose the stone to chemicals, oils, sweat, or excessive light.

This lovely ring will be posted in my Etsy store, available for sale. If you are interested, be sure to check out my store.