Monthly Archives: August 2010

Aspen Leaf Jewelry

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Sharon Orman Aspens Watercolor

Sharon Orman Aspens Watercolor

Its getting to be that time again and I have started an aspen jewelry display in the shop. I commissioned Sharon Orman, local Pueblo, Colorado Artist to do the Aspen Watercolor for my display. The watercolor is very colorful and really gives a feeling of Fall. The Aspen Leaf Jewelry Collection is displayed with it and really makes a great theme display for my collection. I am experimenting with some new styles of leaves this year, and it should be a great aspen jewelry display for the season.

Aspen Leaf Jewelry 2010 new designs

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New Aspen Leaf Earrings

New Aspen Leaf Earrings

  

A new earring will be availabe soon in Ricks collection of Aspen Leaf Jewelry. This earring is stunning in Copper, as shown on the left, and available in Sterling Silver. These Earrings are approximately the size of a U.S. Nickel and have Sterling Silver ear wires attached. These pieces are formed with a process that has been around for a long time called roll printing. A Rolling mill is used to form the design and then the leaf is cut out to leave an outstanding boarder. Rick will be offering many of these great designs in the Aspen Jewelry Collection this season.  

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Zia Jewelry:The New Mexico Sun Symbol

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Black Onyx Zia Symbol Pendant

Black Onyx Zia Symbol Pendant

Well I’m on my way to Santa Fe, NM  for the weekend and thought it would be a good day for me  and my wife to adorn ourselves with some beautiful Zia Symbols. The New Mexico Sun Symbol has a lot of meanings and a great history in the southwest where we live. The Zia Symbol has four rays pointing in each direction. Here are some of the meanings and symbolism of the Zia Pendant

The Number 4 Represents:

  • The four points of the compass: north, south, east and west.
  • The four seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
  • The four phases of the day: morning, noon, evening and night.
  • The four stages of life: childhood, youth, adulthood and old age.
  • The belief that with life comes four sacred obligations: to develop a strong body, a clear mind, a pure spirit and a devotion to the welfare of others.

The meanings of this symbol are so deep that anyone can find a meaning that is suited to them. We Love it for its rich history and great fashion. Enjoy it for whatever reason you decide.

Silver CuffLinks a first class gift

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Many of our customers are asking us to create Cufflinks with signs and symbols of their favorite hobbies or avocations.  Lately classic initials or monograms have been making their way back to the forefront. Weddings, Anniversaries and Birthdays are all great occasions for a classic pair of Initial Cufflinks. One Groom recently ordered Initial Cufflinks for all his groomsman and gave them as gifts at the rehearsal dinner. Custom Cufflinks are a gift that can not be bought at many jewelry stores and are always a great way to show a loved one how much you thought about the gift you are giving.

Eagle Talon Sterling Silver Pendant, East High School Pueblo Colorado

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Well it was great to see all my old Pueblo Colorado East High School classmates the other night at Angelo’s Pizza.  Some of  which I have not seen in 40 years. My Eagles were a great hit and of course many people wanted one and I had only made a few.The newest member to my Eagle collection was the promised Eagle Talon Pendant. It hangs on a leather cord and is a solid silver casting. The Brass Pendant and Earrings were also a great hit and I’m sure I will be doing more of them soon.

Apache Helicopter Pins for military funeral service

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On this sad occasion we say goodbye to my wife’s nephew who was killed in a  accident in Alabama this last week. He was a Veteran of both Gulf Wars and retired after 20 years in the U.S. Army. He was a Father and a Husband who will be missed by his family and friends. John P. Chandler was 45 years old and his life was taken by a drunk driver as he was riding his motorcycle to a nearby town. At his Colorado funeral I passed out these Apache Helicopter pins. John worked on these birds for the Army and this small token was a reminder of his great service to our country. The military honors were very nice and our thanks go out to the military men who performed the funeral duties and to the Patriot Guard Riders who were at the service.