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I love snakes! Anything strange? I am not joking, snakes seriously capture my imagination and I wish, if I was a snake…sounds boring, right! So, let me come straight to the point. Like snakes, this 18K yellow gold, double finger ring better known as double snake Boucheron ring, has captured my imagination too. Featuring two snakes, this piece looks awesome and I will seriously envy if I spot someone wearing it! The reason why am I not getting it for myself is that it costs a good $2,450, which if I spend, ill definitely get bankrupt. Anyways, I m not planning to do so, thus anyone interested in this charming, enchanting piece, can have it!

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Cartier, the luxury jewelry company has recently launched a new collection worth $250 million. The launch party was four days long and took place in a London townhouse which was decorated and designed as an Indian-themed palace. The party was attended by a lot of stars including Monica Bellucci.

We live in the age of convergence. So, mobile phones become cameras, voice recorders and computers become DVD players and television. We have started liking such gadgets that work as what they are and also fill in for something else too. After having played its conventional role well enough, it’s turn for the earphones to do a little more than just carry sounds and music to your ears. Now, they would also be making you look lovelier with their ornamental look.

The new fashionable earphones by Hello Kitty looks like an earring and works like an earphone. It’s white colour may also match the colour of your ipod. That’s style, wouldn’t you say?

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Whoever said, diamonds are a woman’s best friend would strike a further positive chord looking at the stunning gems at the Gem jewelry boutique in Chicago.

This Gem, jewelry boutique located in the center of Chicago’s Bucktown neighborhood specializes in unique, hand made jewelry from designers both local and international. They also create their own beautiful jewels in their on-premise studio.

Gem offers a wide range of designs for any occasion and for every different taste. Very trendy styles and concept designs filled lavishly with the beauty of the gems makes every designers work of art to blend with the beauty of the soul.

Right from the unique wishbone necklace design to the garnet gold padlock bracelet to the trendy Scrimshaw bangle they have lined up a wide variety of breathtaking choices for the buyers.

The products are available in such a wide variety of not only designs but also designers who work in materials ranging from precious stones to fabric and apply their at most creative style to make it as appealing to the buyer as possible.

Just to name a few of the stunning designs are the 18k stack rings available in brushed, hammered or shiny finish

The beautifully detailed 14k rose gold wide band with uncut diamond detail from Arik Kastan.

And the beautiful and nature-made landscape agate is framed onto woven silk and metallic thread with topaz and quartz is sure to mesmerize the buyers among the creative jewelry available.

The store offers products ranging from necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, brooches and a very simple and convenient online shopping tool for the user.

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The importance of a wedding ring needs no exaggeration. It is the ultimate accessory connected to this very special event we all know as marriage. Thats the reason everyone wants to have a wedding ring thats truly unique.

US’s very own tennis star Serena Williams was defeated by Justin Henin in the quarter finals of the 2007 US Open. Though this superstar is not around on court she has been widely spoken during this grand slam not for her game but for her ‘tennis earrings’.

Are you looking for something out of the ordinary? Then, your search is definitely over. Do take a look at this gold and diamond bra costing a whopping $108,000! Aw, don’t be surprised, exclusive luxury wear does not come cheap!

“I have the stardom glow”-Jennifer Lopez.

If you have the glow so like they say radiate it. Celebrities have always been brand statements in their own true self. The world of glamour has taken famous personalities to both the nadir and zenith of success.

Kathy Hardy is a self taught Artist/Jewelry Designer and has been making jewelry for over 25 years. She is also a certified Website Designer, Limerick Writer & Amateur Photographer. Her work has been enjoyed by people all over the world and from all walks of life. She prefer working with organic materials and lots of texture, also, she has a special affinity for earth tones and natural stones. Over the course of an email interview with us, she disclosed her passion for creating jewelry that is unique in its own way.

1. When and how did you discover that you have an aptitude for jewelry designing?

Kathy: I’ve always made stuff, even when I was a little kid. For Christmas & birthdays, I always wanted easy bake ovens, rock tumblers, shrink art kits, anything that I could create something with. I never wanted dolls or play houses. Plus, I have always loved beads & rocks. About 20 years ago there was a craft store here in Baton Rouge that started carrying & selling semi-precious stones & really nice beads. One of the girls working there showed me how to make an earring and a friend of mine showed me how to use a crimp bead. Those are the only 2 “lessons” I’ve ever had. I had been making stuff for about 6 months and there was a contest at that craft store for jewelry designs. There were 6 different categories you could enter. Well, I entered all 6 and won all 6! I won a total of $500 in gift certificates, which I promptly spent on beads & supplies. That’s when I started making & selling stuff. The rest is history.

2. You have a remarkable assortment of jewelry, mostly embedded with stones, any special affinity for them?

Kathy: I love rocks & beads. Anything earthy & organic is usually what I go for. I’m not that crazy about “shiny” stuff {crystals or precious stones}. I would rather be in a creek or river looking at rocks than anywhere else in the world.

3. Kathy, please tell our readers about ‘Dictionary Word Pendants’?

Kathy: Well, I’m a little bit of a geek & computer nerd. I love words and in fact write limericks for fun. I have this awesome little “Dictionary/Thesaurus” program on my computer than I’ve had for years {the best $9.99 software I’ve ever purchased}. A lot of times I would make cards for people and “copy & paste” the definition of a word {love, friend, yearning, etc.} onto the card. So roll back to when I was a kid making shrinky dinks, add my now love for digital scrapbooking & my love for words and “wahla” ~ Dictionary Word Pendants.

4. I can’t stop myself wondering at your artifacts, who or what is the inspiration behind your creative fecundity?

Kathy: I guess that would be Mother Nature and my Daddy. He was always making stuff & creating things. Plus, I was bad when I was a kid, so I was punished to my room a lot. Little did my Mother know, I was in there making stuff and loving every minute of my punishment.

5. Amongst your created pieces, which one is your all time favorite?

Kathy: That would have to be my little “Shrunken Ex-Boyfriend”. He’s my best seller and my most favorite ever. Plus, he’s just so darned cute!

6. Can you walk us through the general steps you take when you’re designing a piece?

Kathy: Steps? How about chaotic organization. A lot of my creations are things I dream about at night. I usually get up and start working on them while my coffee is perking. I have beads everywhere {literally}. So most of the time I just sit at my desk and start looking around at beads & then something will jump out at me and I’ll make it. I tend to go in spurts with necklaces for a few weeks, then earrings, then bracelets. Every now and then I’ll get a burst of creativeness and sit there all day making one thing after another. I have to be in a certain mood. If I sit there for more than 15 minutes and nothing is jumping out at me, I go on and do other things, like clean house or something.

7. Is there any kind of motif running in your designs?

Kathy: Just about all of my necklaces are hand knotted and they all have the same little abalone shell button & seed beaded loop clasp. That has become sort of my “trademark”. People love it because there is no metal. So many people are allergic to metal and can’t wear necklaces. They don’t have to worry about that with my pieces.

8. Apart from jewelry designing, what other stuff interests you?

Kathy: Photography, website designing, digital scrapbooking, outdoors & nature.

9. May we have the honor of knowing your future plans with respect to your designs? And presently, what are the interesting things that have hooked your attention?

Kathy: Well my Husband and I are getting ready to move to “Pisgah Forest, North Carolina”. Talk about inspiration! I can’t even imagine what all my brain will start working on. It’s all up in my head and I never know what will come out until I start making it. I never “plan” any of my designs ~ they just kinda happen. I do want to start working with metal when I move and learn how to make some pendants out of things I find in nature, so those are my future plans! Lots of nature inspired, artistic creations.

10. Any maxim you’d like to leave for our readers?

Kathy: Always be true to yourself & your creations. So many people try to copy other designers and do things that they may not really be passionate about and it will be reflected in your work. You have to love what you do and be passionate about it. That’s when the true artist in you will come out. People ask me all the time, how do you know you can put all those colors together and make it turn out looking great? And I always have to quote Matt Damon in “Good Will Hunting” - I tell them “I just see it”. That’s the only answer I have. If you can’t “see it”, maybe you’re not cut out for it and your true calling is something else. There is an Artist in every single person ~ you just have to seek it out.

11. Finally, we would like to have your thoughts on the Instablogs News Network and all its related sites. Which one is your favorite?

Kathy: Honestly, I’m new to all of the blogging, news networks, etc. I don’t read any of them. When I’m at the computer, I’m usually working on my website, emailing customers, or making scrapbook pages. It’s too much like TV and I don’t watch TV either.

Quick bits:

Kathy: Mass Production.

2. When you get angry, you ……

Kathy: Take a Nature Walk.

3. If given opportunity, you’d like to design something for?

Kathy: Cameron Diaz.

4. Do you have a signature style? If yes, what are the hallmarks of the style?

Kathy: Funky, Hippish & Earthy.

5. Your wildest dream would be?

Kathy: To become a famous designer.

Thus, I’d like to conclude by thanking Kathy for sparing out time in doing an interview with us, it is really appreciated and would like to wish her luck for all her future endeavors.

Former Miss India Tanushree Dutta graced the occasion as she unveiled a new collection of Gitanjali group at Hilton hotel. The actress was present to showcase the glittering ‘Wimbeldon Jewellery’ that includes bracelets and pendants along with a unique diamond studded 24-carat gold tennis ball. This special creation (a tennis ball) of the group, which costs some 35 lakhs, will be gifted to the winner of the men’s Wimbledon champion of 2007.

Not only this as the Chocolate girl has also been appointed as the brand ambassador of the Group. When asked more about her deal with the 1966 established diamond house of Gitanjali group the 22-year-old did not utter much except:

It’s an honor to be considered as brand ambassador. Previously I was busy establishing myself in Bollywood. But right now, it’s the right time to get into endorsing products.

Being associated with one of the richest group of the nation will indeed benefit Dutta as she has been able to accomplish this association in just two years since she stepped into the film industry.

The unveiled products that range from Rs 8000 will be made available at retail outlets of Gitanjali group.

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We women love bling and lately, I have observed men falling for it too. Moreover, the charm of Swarovski crystals is such that no one can escape it. However, it is difficult for the geeks to express their love for bling. But now we have a method for you and now, you can amalgamate bling with your laptops. Revolution is coming your way.

Viewsonic, is enabling its users to dress their laptops in a gaudy attire. Now, you can beatify your screens and love it every time you work. I am sure the bling will also let you display your PC with pride. Well, let me hunt for my taste and you make sure that nest time you work and bling.

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Karen Karch is a designer with a difference. Her jewelry is inspired from street fashion and has been modulated in such a way that it looks no less than high fashion. The designer, a graduate from the Parsons School of Design ruled the jewelry market from her debut collection. Now, with time she has grown immensely and her talent has budded too.

That is the reason, why you can find her jewelry in almost all the stores. Her designs are inspired from the elements of previous centuries which also inspired the art and culture that time. I can accredit this only this reason to the wide variety of designs she has crafted. Victorians, the Goth culture, southwestern American Indian cultures are all inspiration for her. She works with two different and interesting elements-metals and stones, but I’ll have to admit she amalgamates them well. Moreover, her combinations possess unique color combinations. Also, her jewelry may look worth a good amount but comes for a comparatively less amount. Thus, she has a style that is cheap and chic but standardized. Check her out and for more blinging updates, watch out this space.

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Nocturnal owls have long been considered as friendly beasts with wisdom. This unique owl pendant with 16″ sterling silver chain by Loving Anvil would surely bring you prosperity and the two huge eyes will keep away the wearer from all evil. The pendant seems very much like a real owl perched on a tee branch.

The pendant 1.5 inches tall would go perfect with gray, black and white outfits. I’m going gaga over this lovely owl necklace....as it will look great at daytime as well as night, and keep me on the upstart of the trends.

Priced reasonably at $75 it is for sure that it would help me keep away from all the bad omens. Buy now
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Attention children and teens! Are you preparing for function at your school? If yes! This robot pendent could be best way to accessorize you. You might have clapped many times on petty activities of robot. Now it;s time to wear it. Designer Izik levy has come up with ROBOT PENDENT suited for children age group 10 to 18. This pendent is made up of glass with height: 4cm and width: 2cm. You can wear this pendent on silver chain. These pendent are available in different colors. For robot enthusiast and robot hobbyist, it is perfect recreational fun gift that is available with the price tag of $69.

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Artist Connie Verrusio has designed this unique nail bangle bracelet drawing inspiration from hardware and mechanical parts. Perfect for a bohemian look, this sterling silver bracelet is simple and basic, but speaks tones of attitude. The bracelet looks like a large nail bent around to form a clutch. Team it with a tank top and a pair of cargos, and you are all set to party. I advise not to wear this bracelet with a sweater or a long-sleeved shirt, as it might get caught with the sleeves. Available for $150, the bracelet has a circumference of 9″ and a diameter of 2.75″. Buy this nail bracelet.