Decorating a Christmas tree is always an important event at my house, and we use a combination of commercial ornaments and handcrafted items to make it a special tree. Go ... Read More

Cornflower blue is the most popular color for sapphires, but this member of the corundum family of minerals exists in nearly every color you can imagine. Sapphire is the September ... Read More

Here's an easy way to locate a birthstone ring for yourself, a family member or a special friend. Choose the price category you're comfortable with and quickly compare styles and ... Read More

Links to help you explore the mining of colored gemstones throughout the world. Emerald mines, rubies and sapphires, turquoise, more.