News

One of the most frequently asked questions I get from my customers is what is the difference between solid gold, gold filled and gold plated. You might have asked yourself "isn't Gold-filled the same as Gold-Plated?". Well the answer is no. The following picture explains in simple terms the differences without getting into technical details, like  % of weight and the processes.     SOLID GOLD: Pure Gold.  24 karat is soft, so typically alloyed (combined) with another metal to hold up for daily wear. Ranges from 14k-24k rating. GOLD FILLED: Thick layer of gold heat or pressure bonded to a core...

How Breast cancer changed my life-Giving Back for Breast Cancer Awareness Oct 5, 2016 October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and I have an extremely important topic to cover that is near and dear to my heart. This post is dedicated to all those who have fought this battle along with me as well as those currently still fighting. You are not alone. In 2009, I was given a diagnosis that would change my life forever. Yes my life was changed, but surprisingly, it was in a positive way. My breast cancer diagnosis opened my eyes to the world around...

Recipe for the Best Sangria Aug 12, 2016     Summer is Sangria Time!  I love sangria.  It is so easy to make, just pull  a pitcher from the fridge as guests arrive and no one needs much encouragement to start pouring glasses. It feels fancy and instantly festive.  As the party host, it’s a no-brainer. Family and friends always assign me the Sangria to bring to their gatherings.  It seems everybody loves my sangria.  The question “who made the sangria” always comes up during these events and a crowd shouts my name 🙂 It’s an awesome feeling!  So, thought to...

A peek inside my Travel Bag Jun 22, 2016 I couldn’t be more excited! My husband and I are going on a family vacation to Europe.  I’m in joy because we are leaving in a few days.  I’m ready to check this trip off from the list of the things I want to do to create memories with my kids.  For those who don’t know my story, 7 years ago I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, I’ve been living every day, every week, every month and every year as it was the last one. This health challenge has made me see life in a different...

The Power of Gemstone Series: Turquoise May 20, 2016 Summer is around  the corner and we want to start  The Power of Gemstone Series with one of our favorite summer gemstones, Turquoise.  Nothing screams summer more than the Turquoise color.  I think of Turquoise and immediately imagine myself having brunch with my friends at one of my favorite local restaurants, or better yet sipping some margaritas at a resort in the Caribbean. So you may be asking what is the power of Turquoise?  Before sharing some information on the stone itself, let me start The Power of Gemstone Series by quickly defining...