Achroite Tourmaline Gemstone

Gemstone sub-groups of Tourmaline: Dravite, Schorl, Uvite, and Elbaite, this particular one was named after the Italian Island of Elba and Achroite Tourmaline is a part of this sub-group.

Birthstone: Tourmaline is just one two gemstones thought of as October’s birthstone.

Zodiac: It is also considered to be the zodiac gemstones for Libra and Scorpio.

Chemical Make-up: The [...]

What Color Reminds You of Spring?

Pastel purple is the color of Spring. Pastel purple makes me think of Easter
and for me, Easter is the beginning of Spring.
Paul C (Sirocco)
http://www.sirocco.etsy.com

When I think of Spring, I think of PINK!! :0)
Tammy L Sexton
http://tlsexton0913.etsy.com/

Green, because everything (especially the grass) is coming to life.
Debbie B
“It’s a Bead-iful World”
http://beadifulworld.etsy.com

Pastel colors (any of them especially when mixed [...]

Overheard at the cooler…tidbits of news

I heard today that Debbie at  It’s a Bead-iful World is having a huge sale on Etsy on her fall items.
Like this one…       
Rubina Sterling Silver Necklace
Go take a peek and I’m sure you will find something really special.
And, did you see what is showing up in the Theme of the Week promotion?  I just [...]