Designs by PattieK
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August Birthstones Peridot and Sardonyx They are both beautiful gemstones that remind me of the Summer colors moving into Fall! Peridot: Peridot is said to host magical powers and healing properties to protect against nightmares and to bring the wearer power, influence, and a wonderful year. As Peridot is a gemstone that forms deep inside the Earth and brought to the surface by volcanoes, in Hawaii, Peridot symbolizes the tears of Pele, the goddess of fire and volcanoes. Peridot from the San Carlos Apache reservation in Arizona. Today, most of the Peridot supply comes from Arizona; other sources are China, Myanmar, and Pakistan. Peridot is one of the few gemstones that occur in only one color, an olive green. The intensity and tint of the green, however, depends on how much iron is contained in the crystal structure, so the color of individual Peridot gems can vary from yellow—to olive—to brownish-green. The most valued color is a dark olive-green. Peridot, in smaller sizes, often is used in beaded necklaces and bracelets. Sardonyx: Sardonyx is a form of onyx and is recognized by its layers of reddish brown and white banding. It was popular with the ancient Greeks and Romans who carried into battle talismans of Sardonyx engraved with images of heroes such as Mars or Hercules, believing that this would bring courage and victory. Because of its attractive banding, sardonyx has long been used to fashion cameos and intaglios (the reverse of cameos). This gemstone is found throughout the world. The most attractive specimens are found in India, but material also is mined in Czechoslovakia, Brazil, Uruguay, Germany, and in the United States.
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BIO I have been designing and hand making unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces for over 18 years. My collection of beads and findings is always growing and I continue to take classes to learn new techniques and increase my knowledge of jewelry design. I joined my local Gem and Mineral Society to further my knowledge of gemstones and minerals. My designs are available on my website: www.designsbypattiek.com or by private appointment to shop in my home studio. My studio is always open to anyone wishing to view my jewelry items. I'm also always willing to accommodate a friend in need of a gift or last minute event as well. My inspirations come from many things but mostly from the gemstones themselves. When I look at individual stones they inspire me to make something beautiful. I redesign and re-purpose old pieces of jewelry and make some jewelry repairs (based on a free one-on–one consultation). I hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy creating it for you. |
