Gems, charms and beads help personalize jewelry Sure, high-priced jewelry — you know, the kind that gleams across the room — is beautiful. But how much does it really say about your personality? Not much.
Designer or dud? Dont believe the box The offering by a Miami seller on eBay looked impressive, complete with the classic Tiffany light blue boxes, white satin ribbons and a jewelry instruction card for the care of sterling silver.
After the feast, take care of your table settings heirloom china and delicate linens. If you spent precious time polishing silver before placing it on the table, consider the following tips to both preserve your pieces and minimize your cleaning efforts.
Fashion/beauty Rx The Problem: COCKTAIL PARTY THIS WEEKEND The Solutions: Economy: Claires, $5.50 (stores: www.claires.com) Sometimes you gotta forgo the classy, understated jewelry and head for the gaudy head-turner. Flash this oversized three-quarter-inch aqua stone ring with silver plastic band over a pair of white elbow-length gloves to amp up the glam factor.
More and more people are finding joy and satisfaction in making their own jewelry About a year ago, Kathy Garcias husband mentioned he wanted a ring similar to the popes, but when the Moorestown resident looked around she had no luck finding a fishermans ring at area jewelry stores. Thats when Garcia began to wonder what it would take to make the piece of jewelry herself.
Tips on smart shopping for holiday jewelry Baubles are great, but you can get stung if you arent careful.
For two friends, Lifes a Bead Asmall beading store in Waverley Square has become a big hit among jewelry-making aficionados as well as novices. Susan Wade and Luan Morrison opened Lifes a Bead in April, and life has been sweet for the 15-year-long friends since then.
Art Galleries Exhibit listings are published on a rotating basis as space allows.
Exhibits The Valley Six, works by six Wyoming Valley artists, including Claire Chollak, June Herbert, Angela Kelly, Ann Millington, Marie Perks and Ruth Richards. Through Jan. 30. Gallery at Pierce Plaza, 517 Pierce St., Kingston. Regular hours: Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. 283-3354.
Area retailers give last minute gift ideas Time is almost up to purchase Christmas gifts this year, and according to area merchants, theres no place better to shop than the downtown areas in both Jacksonville and Rusk.
