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		<title>Wholesale Bridal Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 08:52:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Darlyn Burkle</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Wedding Jewelry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Body Jewelry]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bridal jewelry is not just glittering pieces of precious stones and metals. Items of jewelry used by brides are treasured as symbols of love and commitment. A wedding entails purchase of jewelry for the bride and for several other female members of the family. This is why quite a few jewelry stores offer free shipping [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bridal jewelry is not just glittering pieces of precious stones and metals. Items of jewelry used by brides are treasured as symbols of love and commitment. A wedding entails purchase of jewelry for the bride and for several other female members of the family. This is why quite a few jewelry stores offer free shipping for jewelry purchased for the bride&#8217;s mother and the bridesmaids.</p>
<p>Almost all jewelry stores deal in a fine selection bridal jewelry for wedding. This selection is sourced from wholesale bridal jewelry suppliers. All retail jewelry stores, whether online or regular, buy jewelry wholesale and then sell it on a retail basis. The most sought after jewelry is bridal jewelry as weddings are an occasion where jewelry is a must.</p>
<p>Stocking up for wholesale bridal jewelry entails a careful choice of jewelry pieces that will be suitable for the occasion. Delicate, elegant, tastefully made pieces of jewelry are chosen for bridal wear. The bride&#8217;s wedding ring is carefully chosen. Wholesale bridal jewelry dealers should ensure that they source different standard ring sizes in varying varieties. The popular varieties in wedding bands are diamond bands, platinum bands, diamond solitaires and bands with other precious stones like rubies, emeralds and the like.</p>
<p>Wholesale bridal jewelry orders are also placed for many varieties of engagement rings. Necklaces, bracelets, brooches and the like are also purchased as part of a bride&#8217;s jewelry.It is meaningful for the couple.</p>
<p>The items of jewelry remain the same but trends change from time to time. Wholesale bridal jewelry suppliers should keep this in mind and keep abreast of market trends. They should maintain ideal stock sizes in varying designs so that they can cater to a sizable demand without running out of stock. Stock lots maintained by wholesale bridal jewelry dealers should not be so large that they get left with many pieces of unsold jewelry.</p>
<p>Bridal jewelry is generally traditional with touches of modern trends making small but graceful changes. So, wholesale bridal jewelry manufacturers should try out designs that are classic in style, yet have an air of newness about them.</p>
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		<title>Purchase Titanium Rings Online</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 08:18:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Debbie Kelley</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Titanium Rings]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[When your parents went to look for gold or silver rings, they either knew what they were looking for, or got advice from their parents as to what they ought to be looking for. The quality standards for those precious metals have been around for a long time. But what do you look for in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When your parents went to look for gold or silver rings, they either knew what they were looking for, or got advice from their parents as to what they ought to be looking for. The quality standards for those precious metals have been around for a long time. But what do you look for in the best <a href="http://www.titaniumringshop.com">titanium rings</a>?</p>
<p>Unlike diamonds, color is not an indicator of titanium&#8217;s value. In its natural form, titanium is an off-white or bright gray color, but rings are available in many different colors, including blue, black and gold. These different shades do not indicate a higher or lower quality of metal, however. They are simply cosmetic differences in the appearance of the ring.</p>
<p>Unlike silver, the percentage of purity is not a consideration in your titanium jewellery. Most titanium rings will be 99% pure titanium or higher, so anything advertised as lower than that should be viewed as suspect, as it may not be true titanium. Titanium does not require any sort of coating or protective plating, so any retailer that offers these options may be worried about their inferior product showing signs of wear or tarnish &#8211; things that never happen to true titanium jewellery.</p>
<p>Another way to detect fake titanium jewellery is by the settings and sizing offered by the jeweller. Titanium is a very hard metal, meaning that certain styles of settings cannot be created. Also, this hardness means that a ring cannot be sized up or down.</p>
<p>Weight is another good way to judge whether your titanium ring is truly made of its advertised metal. A titanium ring should be lighter than a similarly-sized counterpart made of white gold or stainless steel.</p>
<p>As for cost, the raw materials that go into a titanium ring are comparable to a lower karat of gold, but due to the extra costs incurred in the creation of the best titanium rings, the final price will be comparable to a high quality gold ring. The difference, rather than financial, will be in durability, weight and originality &#8211; the last one, impossible to put a price tag on, but incredibly valuable.</p>
<p>Titanium Rings from the <a href="http://www.titaniumringshop.com">Titanium Ring Shop</a>. They are the worldwide leader in the design of unique titanium rings for men and women. Each of their handcrafted rings are made-to-order. They use only the finest grades of titanium and inlay materials, which include gold, silver, exotic hardwoods, minerals and gemstones. With over 250 rings that are unique to their artisans, they offer the world&#8217;s best selection of titanium ring jewelry for engagements, weddings and keepsakes.</p>
<p>Titanium Ring Shop places the utmost emphasis on customer support. When you purchase one of their titanium rings or bracelets, you also have a lifetime partnership with them to insure your investment continues to offer comfort and beauty over its lifetime. They take great pride in the quality of their titanium products and are confident in insuring their customers complete satisfaction. For further information please visit TitaniumringShop.com right now.</p>
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		<title>Purchase Antique Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 07:13:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Miller</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jewelry, next to land is just about the best investments you can make. This is because the value of jewelry increases over time. The older a piece of jewelry is, the more expensive it gets. This is the reason that there are many antique jewelry collectors in the world today. Most experts agree that the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jewelry, next to land is just about the best investments you can make. This is because the value of jewelry increases over time. The older a piece of jewelry is, the more expensive it gets. This is the reason that there are many antique jewelry collectors in the world today.</p>
<p>Most experts agree that the value of <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/adin">antique jewelry</a> always depends on its condition. The rock may look good, but is the condition of the jewelry actually sound? How can you tell?</p>
<p>One thing you should do is check out the back of the jewelry. The fact is, you can rarely really tell the condition of the jewelry from the front. No forger is stupid enough to make fake antique jewelry look bad. What should you be looking at?</p>
<p>The answer to this question is: seams. The seams of antique jewelry often say a lot about the condition of a piece. In fact, the very existence of a seam can tell you that the piece may have had a previous life. It is often the case that jewelers will cut a piece of jewelry out of an antique dress or other old accessories in order to make them easier to sell.</p>
<p>Seams may also indicate the fact that the antique jewelry has been repaired. This can either be good or bad, depending on the quality of repair. If a piece of antique jewelry has been repaired, then it is either in a better condition or it is in a worse condition. One sure way of telling a bad repair from a good one is color.</p>
<p>Badly-repaired jewelry often has different colored seams. This is because of the fact that people who have no idea what they are doing often use cheaper metals to repair antique jewelry. If a repair is noticeable then it is badly done.</p>
<p>For a specialist in antique jewelry, there is no better place to be than Antwerp, Belgium; the diamond-trading capital of the world. Adin at <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/shops/adin">Ruby Lane</a> located in the heart of Antwerp, Belgium, is a famous antique jewellery company specializing in 19th century European antique jewelry. Since 1983, They regularly sell to valued customers, museums or movies such as Da Vinci Code. </p>
<p>Adin&#8217;s online department has been active since March 1999 and has been greeted by extremely positive reviews by their online clients. Since the first launch of the Adin antique jewelry website it has undergone many upgrades over the years, keeping Adin an example for many colleagues worldwide on how to present jewelry over the internet. There are few antique jewelry dealers worldwide that do not know Adin. Feel free to check with your local antique jewelry dealer or antique jewelry appraiser about their good international reputation and the high standards of professionalism they follow.</p>
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		<title>Diamond Engagement Ring</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 04:42:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ferneau</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Engagement Jewelry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Diamond Engagement Rings]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The engagement ring is considered as valuable and treasured piece of jewelry. It is a symbol of your love and this is why couples prefer diamond engagement ring. Diamond engagement rings should be selected very carefully so that the ring can satisfy the recipient for whole life. There are variety of diamond engagement rings such [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The engagement ring is considered as valuable and treasured piece of jewelry. It is a symbol of your love and this is why couples prefer diamond engagement ring. Diamond engagement rings should be selected very carefully so that the ring can satisfy the recipient for whole life. There are variety of diamond engagement rings such as solitaire, vintage, three stone ring and many others. But the best way to show your true love is by purchasing a diamond engagement ring with matching wedding bands.</p>
<p>How to choose perfect diamond engagement ring. Before purchasing your perfect engagement ring you must consider taste and preferences of your lady. Here are few points which will help you in finding the perfect engagement ring.</p>
<p>What&#8217;s her style in jewelry?</p>
<p>Observe her jewelry tastes. Weather she prefer traditional or contemporary. You can get many designs in engagement rings. The cut is also important. There are round cuts, princess, oval, marquise, square, pear-shaped and heart shaped diamond rings. Round diamonds are very popular. Clusters of diamonds are also available as opposed to the solitaire diamond ring. For cut you must consider the size of her hand. If she has small hands, a wide band and bold style will make her hand look even smaller.</p>
<p>Color choices</p>
<p>You will get variety of color options in engagement rings. To choose the one which will suit her you can see the type of jewelry she wears. Silver, white gold and yellow gold are the popular diamond ring metals. You must find out that if she has any skin allergies to certain metals. But if you have no idea then you can go for diamond engagement ring that would blend well with her other jewelry such as earrings, necklaces, pendants and bracelets.</p>
<p>Get the right size</p>
<p>Before buying the ring you must take the size of her left ring finger. And if you want it to keep secret then ask her relative or friend to find out for you.</p>
<p>Get a practical engagement ring</p>
<p>Choose a simple ring because she will wear this everyday for many years to come. Think of her lifestyle. If she lives a very active lifestyle then choose a ring with a low profile to avoid it from loosing and destroying.</p>
<p>You can buy <a href="http://www.artdecodiamonds.com/">diamond engagement rings</a> and other diamond jewelry including rings, earrings, necklaces and many more from online jewelry stores. You can also compare the prices and find the best one, do not settle for anything less than exactly what you want for the price that fits your need. As an online web retailer <a href="http://www.artdecodiamonds.com/">Artdecodiamonds.com</a> gives visitors access to the webs largest selection of certified diamonds, loose diamonds, GIA diamonds and fine art deco diamonds and jewelry, individually hand processed to ensure the highest quality with unmatched quality and support..</p>
<p>Artdecodiamonds.com also offers an impressive selection of diamond jewelry, raw stones, such as, diamond stud earrings, anniversary bands, tennis bracelets, pendants and necklaces, all at discount prices not seen anywhere on the web. They also provide worldwide shipping on all orders. Here you will find GIA diamonds, loose diamonds, diamond rings, certified diamonds, better than any other online jewelry stores, diamonds, diamond jewelry, fine jewelry and affordable jewelry.</p>
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		<title>Choosing 14k Gold Jewelry  For Perfect Gifts</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 07:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gold Jewelry]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most of the people are presenting flowers and candy and some other gift are defaults one and they are not treated as personal. Instead of giving flowers and other gifts, it is a better idea to present collection silver charm bracelets and this one is treated as a gift, and it will remain some wonderful [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most of the people are presenting flowers and candy and some other gift are defaults one and they are not treated as personal. Instead of giving flowers and other gifts, it is a better idea to present collection silver charm bracelets and this one is treated as a gift, and it will remain some wonderful moments in life long. When it comes to special occasions in women life, you can give some excellent silver chain gifts or gold charms and many more ornaments in gold material category. For this instance, you can present a matching charm bracelet. In most of the times, these silver charm bracelets are treated as matching charm bracelets. According to the silver charm bracelets, these are always treated as in fashion, and they are easy to match any other jewelry that is very popular. There are so many wide ranges of silver ornaments and with so many different shapes, sizes, style and numerous designs. In that bracelets are treated as popular one, and they are very detailed and intricate, and also you can wear them with different symbols and messages.</p>
<p>According to the special occasion in a woman or girls life, these silver charms are treated as perfect for the message. And also there are so many shapes and styles in these messages. These messages are like a scroll like charms, or sometimes they are in round disc charms, and they are in different shape or style imaginable. When it comes to golden jewelry, bangles are treated as the best and most fashionable ornaments for the women and girls. And also the 14k gold chain, 14k gold bracelets, bangle bracelet is also treated as best one for their fashion needs. When it comes to the silver charms, these are having wonderful clearly identify the theme of the bracelet. Wedding is treated as a onetime great event in everyone life. So presenting a perfect gift on this occasion will be a great gift idea for bride.</p>
<p>When it comes to gold bracelets, there are numerous options and designs are available for you. Depending upon your requirement, you need to present a bangle bracelet for the bride, and it will remain you for her life long. Especially for girls, these silver bracelets are adding more and more grace to their fashion. Finally, there are some well established and experienced manufacturers of these gold and silver ornaments are selling these items through their secured online transactions. For more information and details, please visit their valuable web site. </p>
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		<title>Engagement Rings For Eternal Love</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 02:41:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fred Peters</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Wedding Jewelry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Engagement Rings]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Engagement is a crucial stage for men and women. In women’s life it is one of the most significant psychological transitions. At one side the newly engaged woman often obsessed with fear, anxiety and sadness. And on other side a man has to get plenty of courage to ask for her hand in marriage. But [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Engagement is a crucial stage for men and women. In women’s life it is one of the most significant psychological transitions. At one side the newly engaged woman often obsessed with fear, anxiety and sadness. And on other side a man has to get plenty of courage to ask for her hand in marriage. But if you a great mesmerizing engagement ring then your task becomes much easier. A unique looking engagement ring can make any lady ecstatic.</p>
<p>In any engagement ceremony, <a href="http://www.since1910.com/">engagement rings</a>  always play a pivotal role for both men and women. A prized engagement ring will definitely bring a smile on your lady’s charming face and will be cherished by her forever. An engagement ring is a symbol of emotions such as love, commitment, eternity, honor, loyalty and promise towards each other. This inherently conditional gift is a great way to start your healthy marriage and to strengthen your relationship. So increases the quality and quantity of your love, relationship and dedication right from the beginning.</p>
<p>Now choices in engagement rings are endless like diamond engagement ring, pearl studded ring and gold or platinum rings. Among all these, diamond ring is mostly preferred by people due to its unique physical properties and look. Diamond ring can be made of gold, silver or platinum. While selecting an engagement ring, you should also figure out that what shape would your partner like better. And you can choose your favorite ring from these sparkling cuts that are round, oval, princess-cut, emerald-cut, Asscher-cut, marquise-cut, radiant-cut, pear-shaped as well as heart-shaped diamond cut . And among all, heart shape cut diamond ring is considered as most sentimental and romantic. So make your day extra special with these special rings.</p>
<p>If you are looking for engagement ring, then the best place to select your ring is no other than online jewelry stores. You can easily surf through different jewelry web sites that offer wide range of engagement rings at affordable prices. </p>
<p>Shop for engagement rings, wedding rings, eternity rings and diamonds at <a href="http://www.since1910.com/">Since1910</a>. They provide the same uncompromising quality, expert guidance and personal service they&#8217;ve provided in their family owned jewelry store for over 99 years! Create your own engagement ring with a GIA or AGS certified diamond and designer setting. Tacori, Scott Kay, Henri Daussi, Martin Flyer, Simon G, Precision Set and more. They provide a personal shopping experience with satisfaction guaranteed and free shipping. Let them help you create the perfect engagement ring with the guaranteed lowest diamond price.</p>
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		<title>Gemstone Jewelry History</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 06:58:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Miller</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gemstone]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Since ancient times, colored stones have been thought to possess innate magical powers and the ability to endow the wearer with certain attributes. According to legend, emeralds are good for the eyes; yellow stones cure jaundice; red stones stop the flow of blood. At one time it was believed that a ruby worn by a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Since ancient times, colored stones have been thought to possess innate magical powers and the ability to endow the wearer with certain attributes. According to legend, emeralds are good for the eyes; yellow stones cure jaundice; red stones stop the flow of blood. At one time it was believed that a ruby worn by a man indicated command, nobility, lordship, and vengeance; worn by a woman, however, it indicated pride, obstinacy, haughtiness. A blue sapphire worn by a man indicated wisdom, and high and magnanimous thoughts; on a woman, jealousy in love, politeness, and vigilance. The emerald signified for a man joyousness, transitory hope, and the decline of friendship; for woman, unfounded ambition, childish delight, and change.</p>
<p>Colored gems, because of the magical powers associated with them, achieved extensive use as talismans and amulets; as predictors of the future; as therapeutic aids; and as essential elements to many religious practices-pagan, Hebrew, and Christian.&#8221;</p>
<p>Natural gemstones are found in nature. Laboratory-created stones, as the name implies, are made in the laboratory. These stones, which also are referred to as laboratory-grown, {name of manufacturer} &#8211; created, or synthetic, have essentially the same chemical, physical and visual properties as natural gemstones. Laboratory-created stones do not have the rarity of naturally colored stones and they are less expensive than naturally mined stones. By contrast, imitation stones look like natural stones in appearance only, and may be glass, plastic, or less costly stones. Laboratory-created and imitation stones should be clearly identified as such.</p>
<p>Gemstones may be measured by weight, size, or both. The basic unit for weighing gemstones is the carat, which is equal to one-fifth 91/5th) of a gram. Carats are divided into 100 units called points. For example, a half-carat gemstone would weigh .50 carats or 50 points. When gemstones are measured by dimensions, the size is expressed in millimeters (for example, 7&#215;5 millimeters).</p>
<p>Gemstone treatments or enhancements refer to the way some gems are treated to improve their appearance or durability, or even change their color. Many gemstones are treated in some way. The effects of some treatments may lessen or change over time and some treated stones may require special care. Some enhancements also affect the value of a stone, when measured against a comparable untreated stone.</p>
<p>Jewelers should tell you whether the gemstone you&#8217;re considering has been treated when: the treatment is not permanent; the treated stone requires special care; or the treatment significantly affects the value of the gemstone.</p>
<p>Some common treatments that you may be told about and their effects include:</p>
<p>* Heating can lighten, darken or change the color of some gems, or improve a gemstone&#8217;s clarity.</p>
<p>* Irradiation can add more color to colored diamonds, certain other gemstones and pearls.</p>
<p>* Impregnating some gems with colorless oils, wax or resins makes a variety of imperfections less visible and can improve the gemstones&#8217; clarity and appearance.</p>
<p>* Fracture filling hides cracks or fractures in gems by injecting colorless plastic or glass into the cracks and improves the gemstones&#8217; appearance and durability.</p>
<p>* Diffusion treatment adds color to the surface of colorless gems; the center of the stone remains colorless.</p>
<p>* Dyeing adds color and improves color uniformity in some gemstones and pearls.</p>
<p>* Bleaching lightens and whitens dome gems, Including jade and pearls.</p>
<p>In this day and age, gemstones are generally worn for their natural beauty or as a fashion statement, but there are many that &#8220;buy-in&#8221; to the mythical and mystical symbolisms of gems as well. Whatever a persons reason, the world of gems today offers an almost endless choice. Many new gems have been discovered and are widely available in reds, blues, greens and many unusual shades as well.</p>
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		<title>Knowing About Memory Wire Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 03:07:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Memory wire is flexible wire that springs back to it&#8217;s original form when not stretched &#8211; kind of like a slinky. It comes in necklace, bracelet and ring sizes. You simply cut off a section to the size you want and string on beads! Of course, the first step (and the most fun) is to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Memory wire is flexible wire that springs back to it&#8217;s original form when not stretched &#8211; kind of like a slinky. It comes in necklace, bracelet and ring sizes. You simply cut off a section to the size you want and string on beads!</p>
<p>Of course, the first step (and the most fun) is to decide on the beads! Some people are inspired by artisan made lampwork beads, others by gemstones beads and still others by the vast array of crystal beads. Some like to use all of the above in their beaded jewelry designs! You are only limited by your own imagination and there is no &#8220;wrong&#8221; combination of beads so choose the beads that &#8220;speak&#8221; to you and incorporate them into your design.</p>
<p>To make beaded jewelry using memory wire, you will need:</p>
<p>1. A tool that cuts the memory wire (can be found in any bead supply store &#8211; don&#8217;t use regular wire cutters as you will soon ruin them!)<br />
2. The memory wire (sold in packages where you can get 2 or 3 pieces of jewelry out of each package)<br />
3. Needle nose pliers<br />
4. The beads!</p>
<p>Step 1 &#8211; Cut the memory wire to size. For a bracelet or ring, decide how many times you want it to wrap around your wrist or finger &#8211; wrap the wire right around your own wrist and cut to size. A necklace can only go around your neck once (well, you could probably make it to wrap around a couple times but I think it would be hard to get on and off). You want to size it so that the ends overlap a bit.</p>
<p>Step 2 &#8211; Now you need to close up one end so that the beads don&#8217;t slide off. Take the tip of your needle nose pliers and place them right at the very end of the wire. Now take the wire in your other hand and bend it around the pliers. The wire is pretty hard, so this might be difficult and yoy may have a hard time with this at first. Try practicing on some smaller pieces first until you can make a perfect little loop. Make sure the loop is closed off so no beads can escape. Don&#8217;t worry &#8211; if you screw up you can just cut off the end and try again! You want the loop to be as small as possible so it doesn&#8217;t detract from our design</p>
<p>Some people also glue on little silver end cap beads. While this looks a bit better, you run the risk of the glue not holding and all your beads sliding off. This happened to me once and is why I use the loop method. To make the loops look a bit snazzier, I just dangle a bead from them!</p>
<p>Step 3 &#8211; String the beads! If you are making a necklace that has a certain design or focal piece in the middle, you will have to be careful to space the beads exactly so that they are symmetrical and the focal piece is in the exact middle.</p>
<p>Step 4 &#8211; Close the other end. Using the method in step 2, close up the other end and you are done! </p>
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		<title>Shell Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:04:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alan Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Shells have been collected and strung into necklaces to adorn royalty and to be worn at special ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. They were given to the deceased as a final goodbye to their loved ones. Nowadays they are donned for every occasion as a fashionable trend. Shell jewelries are beautiful reminders of nature’s [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Shells have been collected and strung into necklaces to adorn royalty and to be worn at special ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. They were given to the deceased as a final goodbye to their loved ones. Nowadays they are donned for every occasion as a fashionable trend. Shell jewelries are beautiful reminders of nature’s beauty.</p>
<p>Making shell jewelry is not as easy as it seems. The tiny shells are first collected and if the shells are seasonal, months are spent collecting a reasonable quantity. Once the season is over, it is time to string them. Before this one has to perform the tedious task of sorting the shells into different colors and sizes and this is more time consuming than collecting them off the beach. Also usually almost every shell has a tiny rock or piece of sand that must be removed before piercing. One by one, thousands of shells are prepared with a tiny needle and one out of five is discarded due to some imperfection. The most laborious to gather, prepare and thread; they are naturally the most valuable. The length of the piece its colors and stringing method determine its price.</p>
<p>Innumerable varieties of shells and shell jewelry are to be found all over the world. All natural sea shell jewelry materials and natural shell components come from different kinds of fashionable sea jewels like puka, paua, troca, blacklip and brownlip, hammer, nautilus, Mother of Pearl or m.o.p. shell, shell pendants, raw shells, fashion shell jewelry and many others to make natural costume fashion body jewelry and natural shell jewelry.</p>
<p>Exotic colors emanate from the mother-of-pearl nacre of abalone and paua mollusks. These sea reef and rock creatures build the shells as they grow, with rings of colors gray, blue, green, pink and gold. Paua from New Zealand is more brilliant, with color found inside and outside the shell. The nacre inside mollusk shells, like oysters, has a pearly iridescence created by the animal&#8217;s secretions. After being discarded, the hard inner shell surface is beautifully incorporated into jewelry.</p>
<p>Care<br />
For the maintenance of your shell jewelry, it is recommended to return them to their place of origin. In other words, you can use salt water from the ocean with a toothbrush. If you are land-locked, mix some sea salt with water. If not, then simply taking a dive into the ocean with your shells on is the easiest way of restoring them to their natural beauty. Never apply chemicals or take them into chemically treated water.</p>
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		<title>Buying the Right Gold Jewelry</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:20:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ferneau</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What you should keep in mind when buying gold jewelry is the source of the jewelry, always remember that you get what you pay for. If you are a person that shops online, the best choice for you would be a web store that specializes in fine jewelry. You should not have very high expectations [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What you should keep in mind when buying gold jewelry is the source of the jewelry, always remember that you get what you pay for. If you are a person that shops online, the best choice for you would be a web store that specializes in fine jewelry. You should not have very high expectations if you choose to purchase from a website that offers home appliances alongside gold jewelry, even if it is a bargain. You should also look for a return policy in case the jewelry is not what you expected it to be or has a defect.</p>
<p>A very important aspect of purchasing gold jewelry is the quality. The quality of gold jewelry comes from karats. For instance, 24k gold is pure gold, but 18k represents 75% gold, 14k 58.3% and 10k 41.6%. All the other percentage is made of alloy or different metals that give the jewelry shape and strength.</p>
<p>Try to look at a lot of designs and it may prove helpful and the satisfaction of the purchase will be even greater, because you know you have bought exactly what you wanted. The design and engravings, the look and feel, the ornamental detail and the finish are all things that you can use to determine whether that jewelry is suited for you or for the recipient you want to buy it for.</p>
<p>If you want to purchase gold jewelry for somebody else, be sure you are well-informed. You must know what your recipient’s ring size, neck size, wrist size or ankle size is, depending on the type of jewelry you want to purchase. You should do this in order to avoid any later unpleasant situations, like miss fits. You should also choose something that bears a special meaning or has some kind of special energy.</p>
<p>Taiba.net is an e-commerce site for <a href="http://www.taiba.ae/">Taiba for Gold and Jewelry Co.</a>. Taiba was established in year 1980, and is an international luxury fine gold manufacturer and supplier. It has occupied its location to be among the famous companies in the world of gold and jewelry. Since its establishment 29 years ago, Taiba for Gold &#038; jewelry Co. has been committed to a policy of continuous growth and development. Taiba products transcend the boundaries of the gulf and Middle Eastern markets.</p>
<p>Their goal is to provide you with the best shopping experience possible. They assure their customers that their information will not be viewed, distributed, sold or sent to any other 3 rd party. They will only use your registry information for their marketing researches, to satisfy your needs. Taiba Dubai gold jewelry store online offering a wide range of 18k &#038; 21k gold jewelry for her. Shop &#038; buy from their unique &#038; fashionable gold Rings, Bangles, Bracelets, Earrings, Pendants and Full sets. </p>
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