James Avery’s FIRST Fiesta Medal

James Avery has released their VERY FIRST medal! This is a huge deal for the Texas based jeweler. They have had charms that are themed for FIESTA for years but have not yet participated in that long standing FIESTA tradition of medals. James Avery is releasing them in VERY limited amounts! 10 AM Friday the 14th is the ONLY time […]

A Tale Of Two Necklaces

During my River Walk Duchess Coronation in February (pre Covid Era) I was given the opportunity to start wearing my great great grandmother’s nearly 200 year old necklace made of gold, 5 diamonds, and 7 amethysts. I thought it would be amazing to be able to wear some of my family’s antique jewelry as my own ‘royal jewels’. As much […]

Creating Family Heirlooms during the Holidays

When picking out holiday gifts for friends and family, I got to thinking recently about family heirlooms and their importance in my families legacy, as well as the joy those heirloom items bring to me this time of year. When you bring out a silver bell ornament or a special pair of earrings you start talking about you bought it our who gave it to whom and how long it has been in the family. During the holidays I also bring out a pair of earrings that are over 120 years old that were my 2x great grandmothers. I got to thinking… what heirlooms am I creating for my future 2x great-grandchildren to remember me by?

Southern Summer Nights Look

A hot Texas Hill Country summer night calls for a bold look. Wandering around this Boerne property, I loved seeing the old mustang grape vines that once thrived here, and seeing the rebirth of new growth and possibilities. I love shopping local here in the Texas Hill Country. There are so many incredible places to discover and take inspiration from. […]

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