Artisan jewelers thrive on discovering new design possibilities. Precious Metal Clay is a young medium for jewelers who work in silver.

Do you treasure a piece of heirloom jewelry, not because of its beauty or its value, but because you cherished the person who once owned it? As parents and relatives age, we often gain a deeper appreciation for their lives. It delights us to have a “piece” of that history in our jewelry box. Jewelry reconnects us to faces and times that went before us.

By: Susanne Faulkner

Local jewelry designer Susanne Faulkner of Faulkner Sterling Design in Middletown, Delaware, reflected recently on her latest passion – exploring the creative possibilities of jewelry made with the ancient patterns and techniques of chain maille.

By: Susanne Faulkner, Faulkner Sterling Design

Most women just adore jewelry! We stand at the jewelry counter, longing for something new, but it all looks the same. We’ve seen it everywhere, on everybody. Where can we turn to find beautiful jewelry that doesn’t look like it came from a factory? Artisan jeweler, Sue Faulkner of Faulkner Sterling Design, in Middletown, Delaware, is fascinated by the incredible number of jewelry materials found throughout the world.

Some women look as if their jewelry was made just for them and the outfit they’re wearing! These tips from Susanne of Faulkner Sterling Design will give you the confidence to dress like the best!

Open your closet and look at your clothing. Do you see bright colors with patterns or neutral colors? Do you build on a few favorite colors that make you look and feel great?