I have been asked so many times what my favorite stone is. Magazine articles, interviews, clients etc. My stock answer is: all of them. Okay, today I made a decision. Tanzanite. Not so much the traditional, though I do love those, but rather the Fancy Zoisites. Tanzanite is the trade name given to the blue /purple stone that Tiffany & Company … [Read more...]
How did someone know that heat treatment would change the color of a gemstone?
July 21, 2011 By
Pauline and I were discussing a course we just completed about colored gemstone treatments, and she asked a very interesting question. How did someone know that heat treatment would change the color of a gemstone? Research gave us some colorful (if you will pardon the pun), though not necessarily accurate information. You will find my personal … [Read more...]
My enthusiasm for gems seems to grow exponentially…
July 18, 2011 By
Researching for the August newsletter was very entertaining. I am enchanted by the history, legends and anecdotes connected with each of the unique Colored Gemstones we work with. My enthusiasm for gems seems to grow exponentially every time I explore their origins. While I can’t trek through mountains or travel in exotic lands, I can, with the … [Read more...]
Inspiration comes from many different places
July 11, 2011 By
Inspiration for our unique one of a kind jewelry comes from many different places. The gemstones always dictate their design but how we choose which gemstones to work with is often pretty random. Right now, the weather is hot hot hot and it makes me think of strong powerful colors. Red, for example, sizzles and smolders. True red gemstones, not … [Read more...]
Color plays a major part in most people’s world.
July 7, 2011 By
Color plays a major part in most people’s world. Everywhere we look we can marvel at the diversity and intensity of the colors around us. In the unusual gemstones that MK Designs features, color is obviously an essential element but there is so much more to savor. The rich history is fascinating as many of these stones date back thousands, if not … [Read more...]
Lots of bling and lots of sparkle
July 4, 2011 By
July is a month that sizzles with fireworks, barbecues, bright sunshine and dazzling colors! Our theme is “Put Your Sparkle On” and we are highlighting some fabulous Estate pieces from the Golden Image Jewelry store. Lots of color, lots of bling and lots of sparkle at prices that will blow your socks off! … [Read more...]
