Copper jewelry is an entirely separate subset of Costume Jewelry. Not a precious metal in the modern sense of the word, but prehistorically speaking, copper could be considered the second most important...
Enamel on sterling silver charms are a wonderful way to add punches of color and whimsical accents to bracelets of mostly silver charms. Worn en masse on a charm bracelet, they create a virtual rainbow on the...
Great surges of Egyptian Revivals are noted as Egyptomania. When people think of Egyptian Revival, they usually think that it only happened in the 1920s after the discovery of King Tutankhamens tomb in 1922....
DECORATE Your HOME With Vintage RHINESTONE Costume Jewelry It might sound strange, but decorating your home with pieces of pretty jewelry is a fabulous way to spice up your decor! I love *SPARKLY* jewelry,...
Are you planning a trip out west? The tribes and pueblos of New Mexico welcome non-tribal visitors to some Feasts and Ceremonials throughout the year. It is a glimpse into cultures of great dignity and beauty,...
Here's a Late Word Edit, as of August, 2008. WHAT HAPPENED TO GOODWILL HUNTING?????During my last 5 trips to various Goodwill Thrift Stores in Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego, I discovered the shelves...
How to Create Necklaces with Vintage Beads and Findings... According to archeological finds, beads have been in existence for over 20,000 years. The earliest samples were made of bone and horn. Beads made...
Well, if you're talking about wines, of course,vintage means one thing; but if you're talking about Ebay, it means quite another. You can probably tell how old an Ebay buyer is by what s/he considers...
Anniversary Gift Ideas For Every Year! I would imagine that, like my husband and I, many people struggle with finding the perfect gift for their spouse, especially on a special occasion, such as their...