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🌍 Earth Day Reflections: Jewelry That Honors the Wild
Every spring, as the first green buds appear and the trails beckon once more, Earth Day reminds us to pause. To listen to the wind moving...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Apr 112 min read


A Quiet Touchstone: Jewelry as a Gentle Reminder of the Wild
There’s a moment after a long hike—when your boots are off, your face is sun-kissed, and your lungs feel brand new—that you wish you...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Mar 252 min read


Bronze vs. Brass in Jewelry: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to warm, golden-hued metals, bronze and brass are two beautiful and affordable options often used in artisan jewelry. Both...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Mar 73 min read


Brass in Jewelry: A Beautiful, Affordable Alternative to Gold
Brass is a warm, golden-hued metal that has been used in jewelry for centuries. It offers an elegant, rich color similar to gold—without...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Mar 73 min read


Gold Jewelry: Understanding 14kt Gold-Filled, Gold-Plated, Gold Vermeil, and Pure Gold
Gold jewelry comes in many forms, but not all gold pieces are created equal. If you've ever wondered about the differences between 14kt...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Mar 73 min read


Sterling Silver, Fine Silver, and Argentium® Silver: What’s the Difference in Jewelry?
Silver jewelry has been cherished for centuries, but not all silver is the same. If you've ever shopped for handcrafted silver jewelry,...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Mar 73 min read


The Birthstone Tradition - Where did it come from?
From an early age, being a November baby, I knew my birthstone was citrine. At some point, I started to wonder how this tradition got...
Michelle Shaughnessy
Jan 4, 20242 min read
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