As a lifelong resident of New York, I get so excited this time of year. Autumn in the Northeast ushers in cool and colorful afternoons, followed by chilly evenings by the fireplace. The foliage is beginning to explode with color Replica Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet as the leaves turn. That means that Halloween and Thanksgiving are not far off!
When it comes to fall colors, fashion trends and scary holidays, the is all in.  With that spirit, I am excited to be introducing many new items that will complete your fall wardrobe, and may also add a bit of “frightful fun” to your Halloween festivities.
Here are just a few of my favorite new items you’re going to love and need:
Multicolor Crystal Leaf Pin
This is my awe-inspiring multicolored autumn. As you can see, I was inspired by the maple tree’s beauty that surrounds me this time of year. The brilliant fall colors are a great complement to any jacket or coat. Try it with your casual denim jacket on a Friday night or a black blazer when you’re in the office.
White and Champagne Crystal Deer Bangle, Ring and Pendant Necklace
Next I am excited to share with you my white and champagne crystal deer ensemble set in antique brass tone. This set is so lifelike which is exactly what I was hoping to achieve. I’ve created a which can also be worn as a brooch.  Fake Van Cleef Alhambra Bracelet They’re each a unique addition to your animal jewelry collection.
Skull Pendant Necklace and Ring
Last, but certainly not least, my frightfully beautiful rose adorned which can again be worn as a brooch too! These two items are so on trend. The rich red roses wrapped around the skull adds a bit of ironic beauty to these fabulous pieces. They’re a nod to “Dia De Los Muertos” (Day Of The Dead) celebrated in Mexico and All Saints Day celebrated around the world.
Now, these are only some of the new fabulous fall items I’m excited to bring you! There are dozens you must explore! So, check out the entire today!
A Special Day For Jewel School!
This coming Monday is a very special day for Jewel School!  There is a particular item that has taken us FOREVER to bring to the air.  To say that this item is difficult to obtain is an understatement!  Even the President of , Mr. Tim Matthews, has been working….and worrying….about bringing this item to show on Jewel School.  This year, we’ve been able to bring tanzanite, ruby, neon apatite, even hessonite garnet…..but a Fretz Hammer was the biggest challenge!  It is finally in the building, and we are excited to be able to show it to all of you.
THE BILL FRETZ HAMMER IS HERE!
I know that statement probably doesn’t mean much to some of you…..but to those who know how this hammer changes your expectation of tools, Cheap Van Cleef Clover Bracelet you are undoubtedly as excited as we are!  A “Fretz Hammer” is a true MUST HAVE for any jeweler, artist, or hobbyist. I’ve always heard it said that a Fretz tool, especially the  can turn any amateur into a true jeweler.  I’m anxious to see if that is a true statement!
William Fretz has began his love of making jewelry which he was still in high school.  In fact, Bill’s essay “Creativity” was read at his graduation ceremony.  His career was a whirlwind of gallery and juried shows in the US and Mexico. Over the years he has won numerous awards and commissions, including a commission from Paul Newman to make a presentation sculpture for the Hole in the Wall Camp. He taught silversmithing at the Cleveland Institute of Art, and jewelry at The Portland School of Art. It was during this period of time that his regrinding of hammers and stakes led him to design his own tool line, which is now manufactured in his son, Jordan’s,  workshop in Vietnam.
I smell a sellout on this item, so you need to pre-order on the hammer.
We are also going to demonstrate this tool from Bill:
Fretz Domed Stake Longholder And Brass Tube Kit
The tool is a  It will hold any and all of the Bill Fretz stakes.  Add this one to your bevy of tools. It’s an item that will The stakes assist you in curving metal to make cuff bracelets, earrings, rings, etc.
NOTE – when you begin to make metal jewelry, don’t forget to stamp your hallmark inside the piece to designate that it is –
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Guess what?  Bill will be phoning in from Buckport, Maine to join us live during Jewel School!  We get to hear first hand about what inspired him to create these ultimate tools, and what makes them so special within the industry.
So you’re thinking…..what could be better than this?  Only one more thing – if we gave the to Susan Thomas and asked her to go design crazy!  Look what Susan made:
Turquoise Knockoff Van Cleef Butterfly Bracelet charm bracelet design by Susan Thomas
Silver blue turquoise earring design by Susan Thomas
Yes, she DID use a  We JUST MIGHT have one in the show to demonstrate for you.
Metal turquoise dangle earring design by Susan Thomas
Once she got started, her little “artist genes” couldn’t stop!  She will step us through each and every design, and we will show you what tools made each item.  Susan tends to inspire me.  How about you?
Metal turquoise dangle hoop earring design by Susan Thomas
Susan had several different turquoise strands from Jewel School to use as she worked. She used the is a very high end turquoise strand that we thought you might enjoy.
Turquoise fancy shape teardrop bead strand
It’s going to be another great day with Jewel School!  Speaking of great days, look how mine got started this morning.
The view from my backyard of the morning fog-covered mountains.
Love those Tennessee mountains!