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March in Aquamarine

March 9, 2025March 14, 2025Jewel EnvyGeneral

It is finally time for one of the most recognizable, admired and swoon-inspiring gemstones.

Aquamarine is that gorgeous light blue sparkler often set with white gold and surrounded by white diamonds. Just stunning, and the bigger the better for this beauty.

March is a perfect match for Aquamarine. It is the stone of mariners and happy marriages. Whether you know someone preparing to brave the waters as a sailor or a betrothed, this gemstone is a wonderful way to carry your wish for their success and happiness.

Reach out to us at info@jewelenvy.ca and let’s get started on a custom gift that means the world.

Tucson Gem Show!

February 9, 2025February 15, 2025Jewel EnvyGeneral

From 1955 to current day, the famous Tucson gem and mineral show has been happening. It is currently going on right now. It runs from February 1st to the 16th in Tucson, Arizona USA.

Every year goldsmiths, buyers and vendors flock to this place to display, sell or procure special stones, specimens, gemstones, and even jewellery.

Just last year, 3 goldsmiths from Jewel Envy attended this large show and all came home with many goodies.

Gemstone sellers from Toronto are also there buying special gemstones from around the world as it is attended by people from all over the world.

Just through instagram this year, I see many Australian Opal vendors that are there all the way from Australia. This is to give you some idea about how far people are willing to travel to be at this amazing event.

I also forgot to mention you can find fossils and minerals and also estate/ antique jewellery! The year I went there was a whole booth selling mammoth tusks. There are also many dinosaur displays.

Tablet cut gemstones

January 18, 2025January 18, 2025Jewel EnvyGeneral

I was so excited to recently work on a gemstone cut that I don’t get to see that often – tablet cuts! I also have had an increase of working with gemstones people are purchasing on their own and I get to design around them.

Some of my favourite gemstones come from Brooke’s Customs. This family run business is a wife and husband team that source interesting rough gemstones that they meticulously cut into interesting shapes that are outside of what you would typically find, take a look!

All gemstones are from Brooke’s Customs

Custom Ring with tablet cut London blue topaz

Faceted moonstone pendant, available online!

Faceted spinel pendant, available online!

Faceted watermelon tourmaline, available online!

WIRE WEAVING

November 23, 2024November 30, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

The first ever recorded history of wire weaving was in ancient Egypt. It was used to create gold and silver jewellery. Not only did the ancient Egyptians use it but so did the Vikings.

The Vikings used gold and silver to weave ropes worn by their important leaders. This process was called the viking knit.

It was also used for body armour like chainmail.

I bring up weaving because it is still done to this day.

This was created by Edna and also weaved. However, soldering was also used for many many parts. Then she added the pearls as an embellishment. I think it’s gorgeous. What do you think?

Pink and Blue Era

November 17, 2024November 17, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

We are feeling hot pink and electric blue at the Big Blue House today.

This colour combination is a popular one in the studio.

The gems available in these tones are spectacular, and we love the contrast.

To engage, celebrate, or flash out, there are many style choices.

Paired or mismatched, a beautiful duo is a beautiful duo.

Check out the new additions to our online store, or drop by Tues-Sun to try something on.

It’s the Polish Festival!

September 14, 2024September 14, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

It must be September, because there is music (weirdly no polka yet that I’ve heard, but it’s early), and Roncevalles is closed to cars between Howard Park Ave and Queen. That’s right, it’s the Polish Festival! We are still open at the Blue House, so if you’re wandering this way, stop in and say hi! (And see some fun jewellery!). And we have a new windows display on our Roncesvalles side for your viewing pleasure!

Snapped a quick pic of the polka stage! There are so many tents set up on Roncevalles!

New window display of Frekkeldesigns Love Bubble Collection – must see in person to properly appreciate them!

Here’s a bit of a closer picture of some of Jen’s Love Bubbles that you can see in the studio!

Enjoy the lovely September weather we’re having and hope to see you soon!

-Robin.

Big Blue Renovation

September 8, 2024September 8, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

Jewel Envy started with partnerships and cooperation. The family and collective has grown, so too does our studio space. In our continued tradition of “all hands on deck”, Gillian’s troops are working hard to prepare the space for more equipment, more expertise, and more possibilities. We’re almost there!

Same View, Different Visions

July 14, 2024July 14, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

What happens when you ask 6 different artists to make a small, simple pendant on a chain?

You get 6 very different results…

Hayat Rahal –

Maddie Kingston –

Jennifer Trotman, Frekkeldesigns –

Kathy Winfield, Winfield Design –

Jerell Reichert, Urban Metal –

Alexis Kostuk, Glaciale goldsmith

Whether looking for ready-made or custom, you will find a great fit with at least one of our on-site Goldsmiths.

Opals? Wait there’s more!

July 12, 2024July 12, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

Do you you have a favourite opal? Have you seen enough types of opal to choose? There are:

Peruvian opal, white opal, Mexican fire opal, boulder opal, black opal, wood replacement opal, Ethiopian opal, semi-black opal, jelly opal, and the list goes on.

Depending on the stone, they can be polished smooth in a cabachon, or faceted, or even carved.

Opals can come from Australia, Mexico, Ethiopia, or Peru. Their stability can depend on how/where they naturally formed, as some can be susceptible to water. Some opals have been shaved thin and attached to glass or another gemstone to make a more affordable option.

At Jewel Envy, we have the experience and expertise to guide you to an option you will absolutely love. Let us know your opal preferences, and we will go from there!

Stay Cool – Come view jewellery

June 22, 2024June 22, 2024Jewel EnvyGeneral

Well, it seems that summer is well and truly here, with the summer solstice a couple of days ago, the recent strawberry moon (I didn’t know such a thing existed!) and the heat wave we’ve had, we hope you’ve all been keeping your cool! It’s nice and cool in the studio – so if you’re out and about in Roncy, it’s a good time to come see what’s new in the bubbles, or have a chat to us about your repair or custom piece you’ve been thinking about for a while!

Have a piece you’ve been thinking about for a while? A client had this lovely coffin-shaped lapis kicking around their drawer at home, and decided it was time to do something with it, so we made them this lovely statement ring in sterling silver!

Happy Saturday!