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Sapphire

September’s Birthstone

After a fun-filled long weekend, and with Fall just around the corner (and Bead Fest Tacoma!), we’re ready to talk about our appreciation and love for September’s gorgeous birthstone–sapphire! Continue reading →

Read up on Peridot

August’s Birthstone

Peridot chip gemstones | Dakota Stones, exhibiting at Bead Fest Tacoma

Before we jump into August’s birthstone post (which we’re so excited to chat about!), let’s all take a moment to reflect on the FUN we had last week at Bead Fest Philadelphia! We made so many new friends, and our inspiration wheels are tuned up and turning better than ever. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a huge thanks to our friends cheering us on from home! Continue reading →

Read Up On Rubies!

July’s Birthstone

July is flying by right before our eyes, but we can’t say goodbye to this month before we honor its birthstone–the ruby! Known as the ‘King of Gemstones’, the name of this stone comes from the Latin word for red. Continue reading →

Pearl

June’s Birthstone

Happy birthday June babies! July may be just around the corner, but we can’t send June off until we give some love to this month’s birthstone. While June technically has three birthstones–pearl, moonstone, and Alexandrite–the pearl is mostly recognized as June’s true birthstone. Continue reading →

A detailed look at one of our favorite stones!

May’s Birthstone: Emerald

Tomorrow is the last day of May, and we can’t think of a better way to send one of our favorite months off than celebrate its birthstone–the emerald! When we think about emeralds, visions of vivid green, luxury and royalty come to our minds. Continue reading →