SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA The Yucaipa Animal Placement Society (YAPS) operates in the city of Yucaipa, CA and its surrounding area. YAPS is a no kill, nonprofit animal shelter that strives to prevent the euthanasia of dogs and cats in shelters throughout the region by providing them a temporary safe haven until a permanent loving home can […]
My Jewelry Repair Joins Forces With The HSUS to Fight Against Animal Suffering
All animals deserve our compassion, respect and a life free from cruelty and neglect. The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) fights to end animal suffering. Their cause has millions of supporters, and with their affiliates, they rescue and care for thousands of animals every year. It is why they are the nation’s most […]
Birthstone Breakdown #1: October Through December
Birthstones: We all have them, but where did they come from and what do they mean? This post — the first in a series of four — will give a brief history on the origins of birthstones, then go into detail about the gems assigned for the next three months: October, November and December. A […]
Quartz, Mechanical, Atomic & Connected – How Watches Keep Time
A look at traditional and more recent methods of time-keeping in wristwatches Watches have been keeping us on time since the 15th century, and have naturally undergone many changes since their inception. From simple pocket watches of the 1600s to advanced analog timepieces of the 19th and 20th centuries to the ultra-connected minicomputers that so […]
Hip-Hop’s Finest Bling
A look at the most iconic pieces from the world of hip-hop From underground clubs in the Bronx to the top of the mainstream charts, hip-hop’s epic journey has made waves throughout the world. While the genre’s had droves of styles since its inception, its extravagance has grown exponentially with its popularity. Bentleys, yachts and […]
Beyond Antique: The Oldest Jewelry in the World
A Luxurious History What is it about humans and self-adornment? While today’s obsession with glittery gems and baubles is obvious, it might come as a surprise that humans have been making jewelry since the Stone Age. In fact, the earliest pieces of jewelry discovered coincide with man’s transition from nomadic roamer to settled villager, roughly […]
