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Embrace the New You: Reflecting on 2023 and Dance into Joy

As we step into the dawn of 2024, let's embark on a journey of profound self-discovery—a time to pause, reflect, and set intentions that resonate deeply with our authentic selves. In this shared od...

Tell Mom you love her; our Mother's Day Gift Ideas

As I sit here typing this blog, my heart saddens a little bit by the memory of my dear mother. She was the classic example of what a mother should be: loving, caring, and always putting her family ...

Gather the Girls for an Epic Galentine's Day 2023 Celebration

Ok, so there's no doubt that everyone feels different when it comes to the topic of Valentine's Day. Some love the opportunity to spoil their significant other. Some despise it. And others couldn't...

New Year, New Intentions: The Art of Manifestation

From my heart to yours. . . sending wishes for a very happy new year to come! 🥳  May your 2023 be filled with lots of precious little moments & things that bring you joy. ✨️ As old chapters co...

The Art of Layers with Jewelry

It's layering time! Yes, it's cooling down and well, it's time to start thinking about grabbing all those fall and winter clothes. Out with the tank tops, and sundresses and in with the short and l...

Beaded Necklace Designs, Beaded Jewelry Design

BEADED NECKLACE DESIGNS There is so much that goes into designing and constructing beaded necklace designs. As a designer I think about style, colors, flow, metaphysical intentions, composition, ...

Stud Earrings: The Beauty of Detail - Jester Swink

Stud Earrings - The Beauty of Detail   Do you ever notice a piece of jewelry, and the longer you look, the more you see? Jester Swink believes that some of the world’s most stunning pieces are th...

Jester Swink + The Crucible’s Virtual GIFTY!

Happy November Everyone!  Last year I supported and participated at The Crucible's GIFTY event which I absolutely loved!  The synergy of staff, vendors, and customers is amazing.  Truthfully it alw...

DIY Wall Hanging Tutorial & More

We finally moved!  My husband and I decided to leave city life and buy a home & land amongst nature.  We're both huge fans of the Santa Cruz Mountains, so what better place to park it? :)  Ou...

Gone-But-Not-Forgotten: The Semi-Precious Gemstone

Have you noticed that most jewelry pieces these days seem to be metal on metal? Hey, we aren’t complaining, but whatever happened to the semi-precious gemstone? Time was, semi-precious stones were...