Okimono
A tokonoma is a vestibule or alcove reserved for visitors inside a Japanese home. The space is often decorated with okimono (decorative object), flower arrangements and other ornamentation and is … Continue reading
Timeless Gifts for Mom
Mother’s Day is May 12. Not sure what to get mom or that someone special? Consider what TV shows she watches or books she reads and you might find the … Continue reading
Decorative & Demure
Hand-painted miniature portrait jewelry dates from the 1600’s to WWII, but was perhaps most popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. Real miniatures depicted loved ones and were personal to … Continue reading
Hornbill Ivory
Hornbill ivory (or “golden jade”) is an ivory-like substance that comes from a large bird called the Helmeted Hornbill and native to Malaya, Sumatra and Borneo. The “ivory” comes from … Continue reading
Aquamarine
Aquamarine is the birthstone for March. Its spectrum of blue hues convey feelings of trust, friendship (think true blue), sympathy and harmony. Whether light blue like the sky or dark … Continue reading
From the Heart: The Geometric Heart
“From the Heart:” Four beautiful heart pendants designed and made by members of our talented and artistic staff. Each artist and pendant has a story. We will unveil them one-by-one … Continue reading
From the Heart: The Timeless Heart
“From the Heart:” Four beautiful heart pendants designed and made by members of our talented and artistic staff. Each artist and pendant has a story. We will unveil them one-by-one … Continue reading
From the Heart: The Abstract Heart
“From the Heart:” Four beautiful heart pendants designed and made by members of our talented and artistic staff. Each artist and pendant has a story. We will unveil them one-by-one … Continue reading
From the Heart: The Agate Heart
“From the Heart:” Four beautiful heart pendants designed and made by members of our talented and artistic staff. Each artist and pendant has a story. We will unveil them one-by-one … Continue reading
Chinese Foot Binding
For centuries, Chinese women were subjected to the cruel practice of foot binding, where the feet would be bound tightly with cloth strips and covered with a specially designed shoe. … Continue reading
