Who else is ready for winter to be over? 🙋♀️
March is here, and now is the perfect time to showcase the birthstones for this month: aquamarine and bloodstone.
Let’s take a look!
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What is the February Birthstone?
The February birthstone is one of my favorites – amethyst!
This gemstone can be found in every corner of the world, and I’m sure you’re familiar with it’s purple hue.
Valentine’s Gift Guide 2021
Valentine’s Day is coming up on Sunday, February 14th, and those little signs of love and appreciation are going to be more meaningful than ever this year.
To help you out, I’ve put together a helpful Valentine’s Gift Guide for you.
Let’s take a look!
Three Lessons I Learned from 2020
I’m so glad 2020 is over, and while it looks like 2021 isn’t giving us a break anytime soon, I didn’t want to leave last year entirely behind without a few last words.
That tailspin of a year had us all constantly moving in every direction while staying locked in place, and the entire experience crystallized a few important things I’ve learned about life that have helped me over the years.
I hope they can be helpful for you, too!
What is the January Birthstone?
I hope you had a happy, safe and healthy holiday season!
As we finally close the doors on 2020, it’s time to celebrate those January babies out there!
The birthstone for January is garnet, a gemstone that has enjoyed a rich history in jewelry.
Before we get into the details of this popular gemstone, let’s get to know a little more about our friends born in January.
Holiday Gift Guide: 2020 Edition
Can you believe the holidays are upon us?
It’s time to get those last minute gift orders in, and nothing sparkles quite like jewelry – which is why it always makes a thoughtful gift over the holidays.
To make things easy for you, I’ve put together the top six picks from the online shop for this holiday season.
Let’s take a look!
December Birthstones: Your Official (and Unofficial!) Guide
It’s been such a crazy year, can you believe we finally made it to the end?
As the insanity of 2020 comes to a close and various holidays are on the horizon, there’s also quite a few birthdays to celebrate!
I thought I’d take the opportunity to share a little bit about my favorite December birthstones, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, and Zircon.
Before diving in, let’s take quick look at the zodiac signs for December, shall we?
What is Demi-Fine Jewelry?
You’ve likely heard of fine jewelry before, and I’d be willing to bet that you’ve heard of costume jewelry – but what about demi-fine jewelry?
It’s a term that’s popped up in the last few years and has gained popularity only recently, so now seemed like the perfect time to demystify the subject.
To understand what demi-fine jewelry is, it’s helpful to understand the difference between fine jewelry and costume jewelry. Let’s take a look!
ZKD Upcycling Spotlight: Annika’s Coral Necklace
Did you know that I’ve been upcycling since I started my business over fifteen years ago?
Back then, I would have referred to it as customization, or making alterations, but the underlying goal is still the same – reusing old materials and creating something new!
The process has stayed the same over the years, and I’d love to tell you all about a recent project for Annika, a sustainable fashion designer here in Berlin. Let’s take a look!
Summer Vacay + Anniversary Roadtrip
This was a big year personally – my husband Tom and I are celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary!
Such an occasion calls for a celebration – even during a pandemic. While we were a bit weary to get on a plane, we were more than happy to hit the road and head north to Ostsee, otherwise known as the the Baltic Sea.
I’m so happy to finally share some memories with you – take a look!