Uplifting Turquoise

Turquoise is a gemstone that I am very partial to.  Not only is it one of the most ancient stones dating back as far as 5000 BC and one of the most powerful metaphysical healing stones, it just really lifts my spirits.

When I design with turquoise, I love pairing it with other gemstones. This piece, from our Jet Couture Jewels Signature Clasp Collection, is one of my personal favorites. The turquoise and jasper is such a beautiful combination. The rich tones of the arid desert landscape inspired me to pair the earthy brown toned jasper with my beloved turquoise. 

 It’s a statement piece worthy of the desert color palette, and it’s the perfect piece for Fall.

The large Signature Jasper Clasp is set in sterling silver and highlighted with multiple strands of cascading vivid blue turquoise. It reminds me of a day I spent admiring the amazing southwest red rock formations and how they contrasted with a beautiful crystal clear blue sky. I would love to hear what memories this Jet Necklace brings to you!

Here are a few of our other favorite Jet turquoise pieces:

Turquoise and Pearl Gold Plated Chain Necklace

$598.00

Quantity:

Add to cart

Pearl and Turquoise Juxtapose Necklace

$398.00

Quantity:

Add to cart

Mary, JetCouture Jewels Designer
4709 Central St.
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
816 569 6544

The Mysterious Feather

I love designing Jet Jewelry with Turquoise and Suede. 

I particularly love incorporating meaningful symbols and vintage heirlooms in these Jet pieces. One of my favorite symbols is the feather, often said to be a way that spirits can send us signs. Native Americans and other groups of people believe that feathers and birds carry meaningful and magical stories.  And, that the feather is a sacred link to the Creator.  I personally like to think that when I find a feather, in a mysterious way, it's a whisper from a loved one who has left our earth.  The whisper says:

"I'm here, I love you, I'm watching over you and I love you."  

When a client connects with one of my pieces that includes a feather, it means the world to me. I think I'll keep incorporating sterling silver feathers into Jet pieces.

Mary, JetCouture Jewels Designer
4709 Central St.
Kansas City, Missouri 64112
816 569 6544

Mysterious Beauty

“Thinking outside the box” is what inspired me to design “inside the box.”

This beautifully hand made statement piece – set in sterling, is both classic and contemporary – wild, yet restrained.

View fullsize

To me, this piece appears to have fallen directly from the heavens and is an exceptionally gorgeous piece of fanned black kyanite. The natural form of this piece resembles the wings of an angel. This edgy and highly irregular textural stone is formed in blade-like crystals that radiate from a common center. Kyanite is said to offer humans a gentle grounding energy and balances our power with tranquility – making this piece a perfect choice for everyday wear.

The gemstone beads used in this piece are Black Tourmaline – relied upon by ancient magicians and still today revered as a premier talisman of protection. This powerful stone guards against environmental pollutants and naturally grounds us.

As a designer, my inspiration has always been the mysterious beauty and endless variety of our vast and magical planet

This rare and beautiful treasure of jagged edges is a powerful reminder to me of the craggy coast and savage surf of one of my favorite spots on earth – and where I chanced upon this piece – Mendocino County, California. Mendocino is known for it’s stunningly wild beauty. It is surrounded by giant Redwoods, a rare Pygmy forest – often shrouded in mist – and the waves of the Pacific perpetually crash upon the coastline.

It is a rejuvenating retreat that has inspired many a piece for my 2015 collection.