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Oops, I bought a gem. Now what?
As you can see, anyone can buy gems from me. So, it only makes sense to give a list of jewelers I recommend you work with if you're looking for...
Oops, I bought a gem. Now what?
As you can see, anyone can buy gems from me. So, it only makes sense to give a list of jewelers I recommend you work with if you're looking for...

Precision vs. Overseas
When shopping for stones, many factors must be considered, including cut, color, carat, clarity, and cost. However, I see many people ignore the cut when it comes to colored gemstones.
Precision vs. Overseas
When shopping for stones, many factors must be considered, including cut, color, carat, clarity, and cost. However, I see many people ignore the cut when it comes to colored gemstones.

Know your s*%$t when shopping for loose stones
Welcome to Gemstone Shopping 101. Just when you thought it was going to be simple, I'm here to make it more complex. But rest assured, knowledge is power. It's important...
Know your s*%$t when shopping for loose stones
Welcome to Gemstone Shopping 101. Just when you thought it was going to be simple, I'm here to make it more complex. But rest assured, knowledge is power. It's important...

Is this thing on?
Hello and welcome. To preface this, I would like to acknowledge that this entire blog is my thoughts and opinions from my point of view and experience. That being said,...
Is this thing on?
Hello and welcome. To preface this, I would like to acknowledge that this entire blog is my thoughts and opinions from my point of view and experience. That being said,...

It isn't easy being me.
Okay, I'll admit. The title is just to draw you in. However, that doesn't discount the truth in my experience as a young, female gem cutter.
It isn't easy being me.
Okay, I'll admit. The title is just to draw you in. However, that doesn't discount the truth in my experience as a young, female gem cutter.