Size Matters: Unlocking the Secret to a Comfortable Bracelet
Do you have a favorite bracelet style? There are so many to choose from, cuff bracelets, bangle bracelets, beaded bracelets, the list goes on! The most important thing about a bracelet is that it fits properly, so you can enjoy it all day long. A well-fitted bracelet can also elevate your style and add a touch of elegance to any outfit. In this blog post, we will explore a method to size your bracelet properly, allowing you to wear your favorite Cindy Gentry Designs jewelry with confidence. So, how should a bracelet fit? The… Read More
A Personal Remembrance
Years from now you may pick up a piece of your jewelry and it will bring back a memory. Whether it is the memory of the fun you had when purchasing your new piece of jewelry or what the piece of jewelry represents to you. A beautiful friend of mine, Martha, approached me the other day with a request, to hold a memory even closer to her heart. Her first husband, the father of her children, died several years ago. Although there were pictures, she wanted something more for herself, and her… Read More
The Art of Lampwork Glass
The Lampwork Glass Bead: If you were to walk into my booth, at an art festival, on a beautiful sunny day, the first thing I would ask you is “Are you familiar with lampwork glass beads?” Most would say “No!”. I get a little excited when a visitor says no, because then I get to explain how it is done! How it is Done: The process of making a glass bead begins with heating glass rods, using a torch, until the glass becomes molten, then it is formed around a bead mandrel… Read More