Jewelry and Handbag Insights: History, Craft & Style Blog
Discover how to choose comfortable earrings for sensitive ears with tips from California artist Lisa Ramos of MONOLISA. Learn about lightweight earring designs, Argentium silver, titanium, nickel-free metals, earring jackets, and how thoughtful materials can make earrings more comfortable for everyday wear and travel.
Discover why artist Lisa Ramos uses Argentium silver instead of traditional sterling silver in many MONOLISA jewelry designs. Learn about tarnish resistance, sensitive skin benefits, metalsmithing techniques like fusing, and the handcrafted process behind her California-made jewelry.
Discover the enduring appeal of titanium jewelry — a modern metal that’s lightweight, exceptionally strong, and beautifully versatile. In this post, I share ten essential facts about titanium — from its discovery and how it’s made to why it doesn’t tarnish, how it compares to traditional metals like sterling silver, and why it’s an ideal choice for sensitive skin. Whether you’re curious about everyday wear, durability, or vibrant anodized color possibilities, this guide explains why titanium has become a favorite among contemporary jewelry artists and wearers alike.
Before becoming a full-time artist, I didn’t fully understand the difference between handmade and mass-produced goods. Years of designing and handcrafting my own leather bags and jewelry completely changed that. In this article, I share why handmade work takes longer, why the process matters, and why thoughtfully made pieces hold lasting value beyond trends.
Gold is admired by jewelry enthusiasts worldwide due to its beauty, color, and rarity. With the price of gold soaring in recent years, many are left questioning its expensive nature. In this blog article "25 Facts About Gold & Why It Is So Expensive” we take a look at gold's history, some interesting facts about gold and explore why the price of gold has risen so high over the years.
