Mother, daughter introduce jewelry inspired by yoga Jul 4, 2009
With it he has fashioned brooches, earrings and pendants, as well as charming candle holders, dramatic vessels, sake-size drinking cups and elegant fragrance bottles. They are truly art to wear and art to use. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tiffany to open third Seattle-area store Jul 1, 2009
Jewelry will not be locked away in cases but displayed out in the open so customers can freely try on different necklaces, bracelets, brooches and rings with the help of a jewelry stylist. The stylists will guide customers in mixing and matching contemporary jewelry designs to create their own looks. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
* Imelda Marcos at 80: Broke, with diamonds Jun 22, 2009
The assets include three separate sets of diamond tiaras, ruby brooches, emerald necklaces and other jewels. She remains unashamed of her past, when she shopped in the worlds richest boutiques and launched lavish beautification projects at home in the midst of the Philippines extreme poverty. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
My-Wedding-Jewelry.com Acquired by Detroit Business Team and Moved to Michigan Jun 20, 2009
100's of antique style bridegroom smaid Wedding Jewelry items: Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, filigree, platinum, gold, cufflinks, necklaces, brooches, pins, bracelets, rings. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Auschwitz survivor donates victims' gems Jun 16, 2009
He hid the eight rings, watches, and brooches of diamond and gold beneath his barracks. Hack said he took the jewels with him stuffed in a sock on what was known as a winter "death march" from the camp in Poland to Dachau camp, near Munich, in January 1945. (Boston Globe)
Find yourself in Swarovski's Library of Light May 24, 2009
Swarovski Crystallized, the Austrian designer's newly opened concept store on 522 Huaihai Road M, presents precision-cut crystals on rings, necklaces, earrings or brooches. It also allows customers to design anything from yellow serpents to peach blossoms by mixing and matching from its closet of crystal treasures. (Xinhuanet, China)
Jewelry: Trash and treasure May 12, 2009
He's currently producing 30 collections, with pieces ranging from $180 to $25,000, so there's something for everyone -- classic hoop earrings, cuffs decorated with silver skulls, necklaces with swarms of sculptural gold butterflies or clusters of flower-shaped crystal brooches. "It's as if people from outer space came down and landed in Africa and met the Masai, and this is how they interpreted their look," Binns says, holding up a futuristic-looking collar of concentric silver rings. (AZCentral -- Style)
Jill Garland May 7, 2009
Costume jewelry is still manufactured, mostly in China, but it's the pieces of a certain vintage that have value -- specifically the necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and brooches created from the 1920s to 1970s, when many European craftsmen came to the United States to ply their trade. ("Antique" is a term that is sometimes used to describe the baubles of bygone eras made from real precious metals and stones. (AZCentral -- Style)
Honor your mother Help Another May 6, 2009
At each of the seven Boston Interiors throughout eastern Massachusetts (including our Saugus location), we will be selling handmade bookmarks, brooches, magnets, barrettes, bracelets and key chains made at the Women's Craft Cooperative of Rosie's Place (WCC). One hundred percent of donations and sales from WCC crafts will go to Rosie's Place. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Prom dress nip, tuck Apr 8, 2009
Other transformations can come with adding a collection of brooches to either the neckline or waistband, or adding a belt to change the silhouette of, say, a flowy bohemian style. You could change the hem length, pile on necklaces or wear bright shoes, something to change the focal point of the dress. (AZCentral -- Style)
Albright's brooch collection to be shown in NYC Apr 2, 2009
NEW YORK Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, a tenacious negotiator, loved to communicate her mood and intentions in a more subtle way through her brooches ... Fancy brooches at wholesale prices with no minimum quantity from NewCharms ... Shop from hundreds of fashion jewelry products, specializing in brooches, pins, and more. (Yahoo News)
Lottery winner with crime record accused of cheating Boston jeweler Mar 28, 2009
Three necklaces, a watch, two brooches, and various stones were taken from Elliott, according to a police report. Not all of the pieces had come from European Imports, police said. (Boston Globe)
Guests hope to strike it rich at gold parties as prices rise Mar 24, 2009
Guests say getting together with friends in somebody's living room makes it a fun, social occasion, and feels more respectable than hocking their rings, necklaces and brooches at seedy pawn shops or selling them back to jewelry stores. "It's terrific because it's a little bit intimidating to think about walking into a jewelry store, even though they may be heavily advertising it, and, you know, to someone that you don't know and turning over your valuables to them," said Pat Walsh, a 56-year-old... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Unloading old gold, Tupperware party-style Mar 23, 2009
Guests say getting together with friends in somebody's living room makes it an enjoyable social occasion, and the approach feels more respectable than hocking their rings, necklaces and brooches at seedy pawnshops or selling them back to jewellery stores. Janet Almagro, of Granby, Conn. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Treasures await at CLOTH's theme night Feb 28, 2009
From 5 to 7 p.m. today, it's "Baubles, Brooches nis." The focus is on "all the treasures that sparkle and fizz," Iaukea said, especially jewelry from the '40s and '50s. PROM EVENT AT NEIMAN MARCUS. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Relics of the Black Death era put on show in U.K. Feb 25, 2009
A grooming set that contains an ear cleaner and would once have held other pampering tools, delicate brooches and dress fasteners also features in the exhibition, the gallery said. Around 3,000 coins and a gold wedding ring that bears the Hebrew inscription Mazel Tov ---- good fortune ---- show scarcely seen examples of Medieval metalwork. (North County Times)
The World's Biggest Movie Stars Sparkle in Platinum Jewelry at the 81st Academy Awards Feb 23, 2009
"Movie stars are foregoing over-the-top bling and instead selecting one or two statement pieces of classic Platinum jewelry that stand the test of time." Drop and stud earrings, ornate cuff bracelets, hair brooches and statement necklaces set in Platinum were the most popular choices of the evening ... Victoria Beckham (Elton John Party) - Platinum and diamond brooches or choker worn in her hair, Platinum and diamond stud earrings by Neil Lane. (PR Newswire)
Chocolate and Champagne Diamonds on the Valentine's Day Menu Feb 13, 2009
Its color ranges from brown to black to smoky gray and often comes in large sizes, making it a perfect gem for pendants and brooches. Dark brown gemstones are offset beautifully by a white gold or platinum setting. (Pekin Times, IL)
The White Fashion Trend for 2008 Mar 31, 2008
Think accessories and think white oversized sunglasses, hats, brooches and watches, a fashion must-have for Summer 2008, if you want to be right on-trend. According to Style. (Suite101.com)
Walking the catwalk Mar 15, 2008
Near the family museum, a room, dubbed the children s international art museum, was filled with student artwork was on display, including unique Celtic brooches, Aboriginal paintings and bright Aztec clay suns. Students, family and friends also had the opportunity to participate in a cakewalk, to play international games like Othello, foosball and Mancala, and to taste international foods from various restaurants around Arlington at the international caf. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Fashion Tips for Large Bums & Tums Jan 23, 2008
Clever use of earrings, brooches and necklaces will draw attention to your face, neck and bust rather than your bum, hips and stomach. Hats and scarves will also draw attention to your top half. (Suite101.com)
To give a gift from the heart, why not make it yourself? Dec 13, 2007
It's a cinch: Add vintage brooches to velvet ribbons to make belts. To give a gift from the heart, why not make it yourself. (USA Today -- Life)
Antiquities: The Hottest Investment Dec 13, 2007
He lists Roman lamps, Roman bronze brooches, Greek pottery (especially south Italian Greek pottery) and Egyptian amulets, which, he says, are overlooked. "There can be fascinating intact examples," says Ambrose. (Time.com)
More of this story Dec 8, 2007
The owner has an eye for detail and the unusual, stocking brooches, rings, necklaces and other items. Anyone who loves this look will be hard-pressed not to walk out with something. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
There's green, chic appeal in reincarnation Nov 27, 2007
There are colorful vinyl handbags and totes made from recycled billboard materials and tires; old propane tanks turned into artsy fire pits for your backyard; beautiful bamboo furniture; rings, brooches and pendants made from vintage buttons and kitschy bottle caps; vases and carafes crafted from wine bottles; yummy-smelling soy and beeswax candles with organic cotton wicks and random items -- from CD racks to jewelry -- made of bike parts. Circular also carries a huge collection of bamboo and... (Anchorage Daily News)
Ready ... set ... tour! Nov 16, 2007
Studio 6: Kristina Logan, lampwork, glass beads, jewelry and objects, 220 South St., 430-2020; Reg Logan, insect brooches, 828-5059. Studio 7: Peter Happny & Lisa Grey, blacksmithing, textile collage and printmaking, 66 Rock St., 436-4859. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Kenneth Jay Lane show at Rhode Island School of Design looks like a million Oct 26, 2007
Starting tomorrow, the public can get a closer look at some of these baubles when the Museum of Art at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence unveils "Fabulous Fakes: Jewelry by Kenneth Jay Lane." More than 350 necklaces, bracelets, brooches, and earrings will be on display. We caught up with Lane, a 1954 RISD grad, to chat about his work. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Editor's notes: Where everyone knew your name Oct 13, 2007
Dear Miss Crowell s, where all the dresses came in dark shades of purple, blue and green with little attached jackets and large, shiny brooches pinned to their lapels, and all the customers wore sturdy leather, laced shoes with stocky heels. And if you needed new shoes there was Walkovers at the top of North Street and Dexter s on the main drag. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Fashion designer turns deadly weapons into jewelry Sep 26, 2007
The welder, working from Brandon's designs, made the guns into a ring, brooches and several pendants. Most are abstractly shaped. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Work-at-home moms in Siouxland Sep 22, 2007
In a small red room tucked in the basement of her home, Emily Rohan fashions necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and brooches from sterling silver, teal and yellow turquoise, jade, carnelian and a host of other precious stones. On the other side of a black curtain, Lillie, 5, Isabel, 3 1/2, and Sophie, 9 months, watch TV, while mom works. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Style guru Marc Jacobs' spring show was an ugly duckling collection. Sep 12, 2007
The bangles, brooches and other jewelry featured interesting design, particularly pieces that incorporated a swan -- perhaps a hint that between now and spring, the ugly duckling of a collection will morph into something graceful and beautiful. Joanna Mastroianni. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Diamond Underminer Aug 29, 2007
But the timing of the reorganization comes as the company's midmarket customer segment is thinking more about housing costs than brooches, and that's the main flaw in an optimistic take on fiscal 2008. "In good times or bad times, wealthy people still have money, and they're interested in quality and the status connected to a particular name," Matlins says. (SmartMoney)
EIGHT DAYS A WEEK CONCERT & EVENT LISTINGS Jun 22, 2007
Captivating ColourS Touring exhibit of coloured gemstones and jewelry including rings, necklaces and brooches. To June 24 at Tiffany 23 Burrard. (Vancouver Westender)
Findings for use with Wire Jewelry Mar 18, 2007
Other findings include fittings for brooches, cuff-links, tie pins etc. Findings can be bought from all the main jewelry and craft supply stores. (Suite101.com)
Weekend Guide Mar 1, 2007
Artist talk with Jon Eric Riis, 1 p.m., Carnegie Museum of Art Theater, free; "Bridge 9," steel brooches by Arthur Hash, tapestry coats by Jon Eric Riis, ceramic sake sets by Patti Warashina, all through March 24. Closed Sun. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The legacy of the leisure class on display Feb 24, 2007
Also included are gem-encrusted pendants, earrings and brooches from 17th and 18th century Spain, gathered by Isabel Ross. Though Andrew Langdon's copy of "David" was a gift to the city and is not part of the display, visitors climbing the museum's front steps will pass two large 16th century Florentine bronze candelabras that Langdon collected during a trip to Florence in 1903. (Buffalo News)
The objects of their affection Feb 9, 2007
"I have about 200-225 earrings, 200 bracelets, 100 necklaces, and 85 rings and brooches. My oldest daughter, who has quite a collection herself, swears I'm underestimating.". Her favorite: "My `Titanic' medallion. It's one huge, vintage-inspired, rectangular stone, trimmed with a beautiful ornate stone design. It's truly a statement piece....(It's) big `bling' that I can dress up, or just make something casual `pop.' ". (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
