Posted on February 27th, 2010 by Hand Trades
New Items Now Available – Over 100 DesignsShop All New ItemsIDuring the past week we’ve received a
number of new designs that we’re very excited to show you now. Some of the
items are similar to favorite previous designs, such as the rhodochrosite
earrings shown in the second row below. Others are totally new and unique
using special artisan [...]
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Posted on February 27th, 2010 by Hand Trades
Unique Hand-Hammered RingsView All Rings In This Style IYou’ll find some of our latest
designs that we are particulary excited about. These are hand-hammered
rings. Why are they so special? Because we’re using a variety of
different materials which show a number of textures. Each piece is truely
unique. These are made of sterling silver, brass, gold and numerous
gemstones. [...]
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Posted on November 17th, 2009 by Hand Trades
We’ve just received our latest designs and added them all to the Trader Lou collection and very special prices. Let me tell you about these latest handcrafted items.
You’ll find a number of new designs. We’ve combined a couple pendants and included a sterling silver chain to make a very nice necklace.
There are some [...]
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Posted on October 9th, 2009 by Hand Trades
Necklaces have long been used to show off pendants or ornament on the neck. And as times change, so do the styles. One of the most in popular are sterling silver chain s. The chain designs of yesteryear were simple intertwine d links of silver or gold, but as passed and trends changed, the styles [...]
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Posted on October 6th, 2009 by Hand Trades
Key: Use these two neutral colors as a blank canvas
Layering Necklaces for Black and White Garments:
Black and white garments are excellent as they can be used as a blank canvas. Just about anything goes on these two colors and they also make an easy transition from office to party. Gold jewelry looks particularly good [...]
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Posted on August 12th, 2009 by Hand Trades
Ever wonder about the difference between a drop earring and a chandelier earring?
by Maire Loughran
Most jewelry designers just naturally prefer some methods of constructing jewelry to others. However, as the designer is not the only person who is going to be wearing the jewelry it is important to have a range of styles in [...]
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Posted on July 26th, 2009 by Hand Trades
What are Conflict Diamonds?
Conflict diamonds are diamonds illegally traded to fund conflict in war-torn areas, particularly in central and western Africa. The United Nations (UN) defines conflict diamonds as “…diamonds that originate from areas controlled by forces or factions opposed to legitimate and internationally recognized governments, and are used to fund military action in opposition [...]
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Posted on July 17th, 2009 by Hand Trades
By Carly Wickell
Tourmaline exists in many colors, sometimes mixed within one stone, and can be an excellent alternative to more expensive gemstones. Its hardness is rated at 7–7.5 on the Mohs scale (compared to 10 for diamond and 9 for sapphire and ruby).
Read descriptions carefully — some jewelry is made synthetic tourmaline (it’s usually a [...]
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Posted on June 26th, 2009 by Hand Trades
Sterling Silver Pendant Jewelry with Ruby Zoisite, Labradorite, Moonstone, Rhodocrosite, and Mother of Pearl at www.HandTrades.com
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Posted on June 26th, 2009 by Hand Trades
by Jennifer Langdon
When it comes to elegance, nothing really beats simplicity. A simple strand with a small jewel speaks volumes. When it comes to jewelry, a strand of silver or gold bejeweled with a petite gem is enough for most occasions. But, there are times when you don’t feel the need to be chic, or [...]
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