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Betty Cooke Starburst Pendant

August 7, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:00 am | Comments »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you’re feeling starry-eyed for your sweetie, why don’t you just go ahead & give her the stars?

This Betty Cooke original Starburst Pendant is one of a kind, truly.  In mint condition & signed by the artist herself, this delicate pendant is the perfect addition to any mod-loving jewelry lover.  Available for $875 at Modcats.com.

Harrod’s Diamond Studded Saucepan

August 6, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry, Kitchen Gadgets at 11:00 am | (1) Comment »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When you cook, do you feel sexy enough?  Then why not try cooking in a diamond studded saucepan & then tell me how you feel about your sexy level.

Harrod’s has recently announced that they are selling a Diamond Studded Saucepan for $203,000.  Well, that’s how much cookware usually costs, right?!

The 11-inch saucepan in question features solid gold handles which are studded with 200 diamonds.  I guess it would impress the in-laws, right?

Paris Hilton New Face for Bliss Jewelry Collection by Damiani

July 31, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry, Tid Bits & News at 12:00 pm | (9) Comments »

Those still surprised that Paris Hilton can find gainful employment shouldn’t really be all that shocked.  I mean, after all, model Kate Moss has had far worse press & she’s still kicking around making a healthy living.

That’s why I wasn’t taken aback when Paris was requested to be the face of the new Bliss jewelry collection by Italian designer Damiani.  Hilton was just recently photographed for the launch of the three-year campaign.  The new collection will range in price from $60 to $3,000 & will feature more youthful designs compared with Damiani’s previous work.

Sarah Hood Five Spice Sterling Silver Necklace

July 25, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 12:00 pm | (1) Comment »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There’s nothing like combining everything you love into your work & that’s just what jewelry artist Sarah Hood has recently done.

Hood has combined her love of gardening, cooking & travel all into he newest collection, her Spice Series.  Sarah hopes to ”blur the lines between studio, kitchen, and laboratory.”

This Five Spice Necklace piece does just that.  With five spices delicately sealed into hand blown glass bottles that suspend from a sterling silver bar, this will certainly be a conversation starter at the very least.  Wonder which celebrity chef we’ll see sporting this first….  Cost, $780.

Eva Longoria & Tony Parker Wedding Ring Set Revealed

July 10, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 8:00 am | (3) Comments »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With actress Eva Longoria & basketballer Tony Parker finally tying the knot this past weekend, we’re all wondering, of course, what was the wedding like & what kind of luxury wedding rings did the pair go with?

Well, the news has been leaked, Longoria & Parker decided to mark their commitment with these amazin Piaget Possession wedding bands.  Made with two bands that are ”inseparably linked, turning together for eternity,” it doesn’t look like Tony is getting away from Eva any time soon!

Diane VonFurstenberg Power Diamond Ring by H. Stern

June 27, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:00 am | (5) Comments »

I’m not positive this ring will actually give you any power, but it will more than likely make you feel like you do.  This monster Diane VonFurstenberg Power Diamond Ring by H. Stern is a beautiful part of the Power Ring Collection.

Featuring 18 karat white gold with interlacing pattern & Pave diamonds covering any space they can find, the Diane VonFurstenberg ring weighs in at around 4.6 carats.  Not too bad, eh?  And I guess there might be some power involved after all…  Cost, $19,000.

$99 Million Diamond Skull Going to George Michael?

June 12, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 8:22 am | Comments »

Since the day that Damien Hirst first debuted his $99 Million Diamond Skull for the world to see, we’ve all been wondering who is going to buy this little guy & why.

And it looks like we just may have an answer for you.  Singer George Michael & his partner Kenny Goss requested a private showing of Hirst’s skull last week.  The skull, which is a piece that Damien bought in a London shop & covered with 8,601 diamonds, has caused quite a stir. 

DeBeers Launching E-Commerce Diamond Business

June 6, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:00 am | (2) Comments »

Now that Blue Nile is offering diamond sales online, it looks like the flood gates have opened.

Diamond guru DeBeers has announced that it will be entering the world of e-commerce.  DeBeers will allow you to build your own diamond engagement ring, with a spending limit of $30,000. 

The new site will unfortunately not include everything DeBeers carries in their stores, but this is at least a start.

Sonya Ooten Pearl Necklace to Woo Them By

June 5, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 11:00 am | Comments »

Have you been a naughty boy lately?  Do you need to give that special lady of yours with an equally special surprise?

Well then, do I have just the thing for you today.  This stunning Sonya Ooten Pearl Necklace is the perfect thing to win the heart of your lady back.  With a trio of South Sea pearls nestled inside a 14k gold fishnet, this 22″ chain will woo them.  Cost, $1,875.

Tiffany Diamond Goes On Display at Smithsonian

May 22, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Jewelry at 12:00 pm | (1) Comment »

This ginormous diamond that you are feasting your eyes upon is the infamous Tiffany Diamond.  The Tiffany is the largest diamond that is currently on display in the U.S.

Just recently the diamond made its debut at Washington’s Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.  The 128.44 carat stone is on loan from Tiffany & Co. until late September.