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Carly's Jewelry / Accessories Blog August 2003 Archive

By Carly Wickell, About.com Guide to Jewelry / Accessories since 2002

Garters for Your Wedding Day

Thursday August 28, 2003
There are SO many types of wedding garters to choose from. Take a look at these Web sites. Each one specializes in garters for weddings (or to wear anytime). Then ... Read More

Explore Diamonds and Diamond Jewelry

Monday August 25, 2003
Diamonds are the hardest substance found on earth. Their rareness, brilliance, and durability have made diamonds the most desired gemstones. Follow these links to learn more about diamonds and diamond ... Read More

Forum Members Talk About Diamond Substitutes

Sunday August 24, 2003
The most popular Jewelry Forum thread is a discussion about using diamond substitutes in an engagement ring. "...We've been shopping around for a good deal on an engagement ring, but diamonds ... Read More

Amber, A Gift from Prehistoric Forests

Friday August 22, 2003
Amber is not a gemstone, it's an organic substance--prehistoric tree resin that has hardened. Even ancient people used amber for jewelry, but the press it received in the movie Jurassic ... Read More

Engagement Ring Advice

Saturday August 16, 2003
Here's a document that helps you find articles and links that are all about engagement rings. Pull it up any time you want to focus on a specific engagement ring ... Read More

New Body Jewelry Links

Thursday August 7, 2003
I've made quite a few changes and additions to the body jewelry links. They are now divided into categories that match the locations of your body piercings. Sure, body jewelry ... Read More

Conflict Diamonds Banned

Monday August 4, 2003
President George Bush signed an executive order on July 30th that puts trade restrictions on uncut diamonds from countries with rebel groups that finance their activities by selling the stones. ... Read More

Be Featured on About Jewelry

Sunday August 3, 2003
I'm always looking for artisans who design jewelry or jewelry components. Do you design a unique line of jewelry, or make a special component that other jewelry designers use? If ... Read More

For All the August Babies

Friday August 1, 2003
August's birthstone is one of my favorite gems. Peridot is a striking green gemstone that ancient Romans called the Evening Emerald, because its color becomes more intense at twilight. Peridot ... Read More

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