Ancient Artistry in Modern Adornment: The Timeless History of Inlay Rings

Ancient Artistry in Modern Adornment: The Timeless History of Inlay Rings Inlay rings, a stunning jewelry style characterized by intricate designs crafted from various<br />materials embedded into metal bands, have a rich and fascinating history that dates back centuries. These exquisite rings showcase a combination of artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural significance, making them a timeless…

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Jewelry Books

JEWELRY BOOKS I’m often asked if there are any jewelry books I recommend. I thought I’d get off my lazy… well anyway, here’s a couple of books that have been helpful to me. Let’s start off with a classic. “The Design and Creation of Jewelry” by Robert von Neumann really is a must have. It…

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Be A Life Long Learner

BE A LIFE LONG LEARNER Jeff Fulkerson Posted on July 08 2021 About 20 years ago I wound up on a panel at my kid’s high school. They tossed around a term that was new to me – “life-long-learner.” It has a nice ring, don’t you think? The school’s goal was to inspire their students…

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And All That Jazz

AND ALL THAT JAZZ I love jazz. I love the unexpectedness of it. When I was a kid learning to play guitar, I had a teacher who was a jazz musician. I wanted to play rock ’n roll: he taught me jazz chords. The thing about those chords that was different was the odd note…

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