June Birthstone: Pearls

Who comes with summer to this earth,

And owes to June her hour of birth,

With ring of Pearl on her hand,

Can health, wealth, and long life command.

Classic and classically feminine,  the Sterling pendant on this triple strand necklace, adds depth and dimension to this contemporary piece. Its fresh, flirty design is the perfect little wardrobe update!
Available now:   $149.00

New Work: Amethyst Bracelet with Aquamarines and Crystals

Rich with royal purple, this sumptuous piece is accented with faceted Aquamarines and faceted Crystals. Made by Surf & Sand Jewelry for a gemstone Fashionista.

Available now: $60.00

May Birthstone: Emerald

Who first beholds the light of day
In spring's sweet, flower month of May
And wears an Emerald all her life

Shall be a loved and happy wife.

The Ultimate "Endless Summer" accessory for  May.
14K Gold Filled Necklace of Genuine Emeralds, Rubies, GF Beads and Lampwork beads by Laffingull. The 23 inch necklace has 14K GF spacer beads, and a 14K Gold Filled Clasp.

Handmade by Surf & Sand Jewelry.
                                                                                            Price: $299.00

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March Birthstone......Aquamarine

By her who in March was born

No gem save Aquamarine shall be worn
They will ensure her constancy
True friendship and fidelity.

Heliodor; Yellow Aquamarine, Golden Beryl


"Gift of the Sun", delight in serene memories of a sunny sky with soothing gold sparkle. Cool and calming Yellow Aquamarines cascade down the front   of the necklace for a dazzling display of faceted sparkle.


Yellow Aquamarine is known by several names, Heliodor, or Golden Beryl, and comes from the Greek words for sun, “helios,” and gift, “doron.” The sunny yellow color of this aquamarine lives up to its name. Heliodor was first discovered in Namibia in 1910, and is also found in Brazil and Madagascar.


Golden beryl can range in colors from pale yellow to a brilliant gold. Unlike emerald, golden beryl has very few flaws. The term "golden beryl" is sometimes synonymous with heliodor but golden beryl refers to pure yellow or golden yellow shades.


Heliodor Bay,
Yellow Aquamarine, 14K Gold Filled Necklace
$120.00
Available on our Website, and Etsy

New Work: Sea Mist Necklace

Freshwater Pearls and Kyanite

Just the most perfect marine "blue and white" I think I've done.

For sale now, on the website, and Etsy.

New Work: Ocean Jasper

I've had these incredible Ocean Jasper columns in my toolbox for quite a long time, now. They are riddled with orbs and facinating to work with. Today, I decided to play with my beads, and came up with Ocean Jasper Rondelles, to either side, flanked by Bali Sterling spacers, then two round Ocean Jasper beads, one full of orbs on either side, then the Black Onyx to complete the look. I still have the column mate to it and may make a bracelet to compliment it.

Some designers play in their toolbox to come up with a piece, others  sit down and draw out what they see as a guide to manufacture. I do it both ways and enjoy both immensely. I always buy beads who call out to me, even though I may not have a particular piece in mind for them. They reside in my toolbox until the time is right. 

A note for those who are not familiar with Ocean Jasper:

Ocean Jasper is a rare mineral, mined in only one place in the world, the Mine of Marovato, on the Ambolobozo Peninsula in the the north west corner of Madagascar. Is called Ocean Jasper because the deposits are part of the coastline, and can only be reached by boat, and removed only during low tide.

Heres a great link with exceptional photos.http://crystal-cure.com/ocean-jasper.html

Ocean Jasper Necklace and Ring Set

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February Birthstone: Amethyst

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Royal Purple. The name Amethyst comes from the Ancient Greek ἀ a- ("not") and μέθυστος methustos ("intoxicated"), a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness; the ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst and made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication.

Amethyst can naturally turn to Citrine in the earth, with time and changes in the earth's temperature.  When it has partially changed, the stone is called Ametrine.  It is much more rare than either amethyst or citrine.

Breezy Hill Inn

New Work:

Garnet Necklace with drop. I mentioned in my first post I had to do a piece with Breezy Hill Inn in mind, and I do think this is it.

A January birthstone, these garnets evoke the turning leaves of the mountains in the fall, when Nature is at its most colorful. And, I see the falling leaves in this piece, drifting down.

January Birthstone: Garnets

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Garnets in 14K Gold

"To display Gold, use a red background, to display Silver, use blue".
Deep red garnets in gold are one of my favorite things. I don't like to add diamonds to the design, for it limits the wearability of the piece. Diamonds, thither and yon, are wonderful at an after 5 affair, but during the day, at work, an informal lunch, they really are not to the scale of the day.

Gemstones like Garnets are spectacular by themselves, and with other stones as well, being the focal, or as an added highlight to the piece.



Birth Stones

By her who in January was born No gem save Garnets shall be worn They will ensure her constancy True friendship and fidelity. The February born shall find Sincerity and peace of mind, Freedom from passion and from care, If they, the Amethyst will wear. By her who in March was born No gem save Aquamarine shall be worn They will ensure her constancy True friendship and fidelity. She who from April dates her years,Diamonds shall wear, lest bitter tears For vain repentance flow. Who first beholds the light of day In spring's sweet, flower month of May And wears an Emerald all her life Shall be a loved and a loving wife. By her who in June was born No gem save Pearls shall be worn They will ensure her constancy True friendship and fidelity.

The gleaming Ruby should adorn, All those who in July are born, For thus they'll be exempt and free, From lover's doubts and anxiety. Wear a Peridot or for thee, No conjugal fidelity, The August born without this stone, `Tis said, must live unloved; alone. A maiden born when autumn leaves Are rustling in September's breeze, A Sapphire on her brow should bind; To bring her joy and peace of mind. October's child is born for woe, And life's vicissitudes must know, But lay an Opal on her breast, And hope will lull those woes to rest. Who first comes to this world below In dreary November's fog and snow, Should prize the Topaz amber hue, Emblem of friends and lovers true. If cold December gave you birth The month of snow and ice and mirth Place on your hand a Turquoise blue; Success will bless whate'er you do.

—Gregorian Birthstone Poems

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving to all.
I have so much to be thankful for, but mostly, by far, my family.
Leslie

New Work in Emerald Beads: Watermelon Necklace

I saw these Watermelon Beads from Laffingull, and had to have them.

In days past, when we went to the Beach with the kids, I always brought along chunks of Watermelon, as well as drinks for everyone.  The Watermelon became known in our house as Beach Food. This necklace is an ode to my little children, who are no longer little.