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Illusion Faceted Cube Gemstone Necklace / Double BraceletThis Turquoise and gold piece of jewelry can be worn both as a necklace or double bracelet. Dainty and elegant, this piece is great to use in layered jewelry or on its own. We have all kinds of faceted gemstone cubes to choose from if turquoise isn't your style - click the link here (just make sure the bead's hole is large enough for the chain). We also have this chain in a sterling silver, or you can use plated gold, s …

"Sun, Moon, and Sea" Set of 3 BraceletsWear as a complete set or one bracelet by its own, as each bracelet is made the same way. Mix and Match metal colors or gemstones to create your perfect aesthetic.Materials Needed: Sunstone A Grade Polished 6mm Round (26)Rainbow Moonstone A Grade Polished 6mm Round (26)Aquamarine Polished 6mm Round - Light and Dark (26)Sterling Silver 2x2mm Crimps (6)Sterling Silver 3mm Crimp Covers (6)4.5mm Sterling Silver Plated Magnetic Clasp (3)Extreme Flex - .925 Ster …

Magic Garden Jewel Tone Gem Chain Necklace/BeltSkills needed: Wire wrapping – there are 64 wire wraps in this piece if you follow the pattern and make the same size necklace, this gives you lots of good wire wrapping practice!Materials Needed: Mixed Color 15mm Cracked Agate Coins (32) * This is approx. 1 ½ strands22g Gold Craft Wire TierraCast:5 Ring Links Bright Gold Plated - (Flower) (1)4 Ring Links Bright Gold Plated – (Flower) (3)3 Ring Bar Bright Gold Plated - (4)1 Ring Bright Gold Plated …

Gemstone of the Month: RhodochrositeFrom the Greek words ‘rhodos’ (rose) and ‘khros’ (color), Rhodochrosite is a uniquely identifiable pink gemstone with bandings of white, light pink, grey, or yellow. It is a manganese carbonate that forms in the fractures and cavities of metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, filling the veins and fractures. It builds up or down in layers and each layer can occur from a unique precipitation event (with different elements). These layers that form from different eve …