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A New Moon

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A New Moon

A Michigan photographer friend captured this close-up of the Super Blood Wolf Moon or 2019.  Our new “Fly Me to the Moon” necklace and earring are perfect for celebrating the harvest moons of fall.

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Saturday Morning Post: When Inspiration Strikes

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Saturday Morning Post: When Inspiration Strikes

Last year about this time, I was struck with an idea for a new take on pretty, Michigan-themed gift jewelry.  The “Michtagrams” and “Dittos” jewelry lines were based on the thought of cute little jewelry cards with interesting charms and gemstones — reflecting favorite Mitten State themes.   Inspired by our favorite family photos of spending time here, near Interlochen, MI.

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No Place Like Home

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No Place Like Home

Rose WItt, of The Cottage Inn of Mackinac Island, is a talented photographer whose images grace many of our jewelry cards.  Like Rose’s photos, our jewelry designs often echo iconic images of island life, the Mitten State and classic American motifs.

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Saturday Morning Post: Love Can Build a Bridge

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Saturday Morning Post:  Love Can Build a Bridge

Mackinac Bridge Inspires Handmade Earrings

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Thinking of Blue Water & Blue Skies

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Thinking of Blue Water & Blue Skies

March wind storms are sweeping out the winter and soon we'll enjoy spring!

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