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I have been so busy transitioning back into life in sunny Singapore....but this week I managed to list a few brand new items onto Bohemian Butterfly's Etsy shop . First off we have MILLY , a gorgeous and delicate Moonstone triple drop toggle necklace. The colours are just so pleasing to the eye and work really well with the high shine of Sterling Silver. I would imagine this to be an ideal gift for a young girl or a bride for her wedding day. Then we move on to ATHENA . Well, what can I say... Read Full Story
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Bohemian Butterfly is very happy to be featured on the wonderful Linda B's blog and we need your votes! Linda has posted a great selection of her top Etsy finds and our BOBBLE ring in Amethyst and Blue Lace Agate was one of her picks. There is a poll for readers to select their favourite item and at the end of the voting the artist with the item with the most hits will be interviewed by Linda for her blog. How cool is that!? We were so happy to have been selected but we got even more excited... Read Full Story
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We know it has been a long time since we have blogged and wanted to reassure you, our reader that there is nothing to worry about. Bohemian Butterfly has simply been going through some changes. We have been in this business for almost six years and a lot has happened to us both professionally and personally. Bohemian Butterfly is truly the result of a lifelong love affair with jewellery and the art of making it. We have been blessed to have had all these years of experience and to have met so... Read Full Story
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Opal is the birthstone for those born in October. It is known for its rainbow iridescence. They have a light or dark body colour that may be either translucent or transparent. The opals we see most often in jewellery have a milky-white base with varying flashes of colour. The name "opal" is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit upala meaning "precious stone" or the word opalus in Latin which also means "precious stone". Most opals mined today are from Australia although opals used in... Read Full Story
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September is the month to remember the beautiful blue of Sapphire, the stone of loyalty and fidelity. Sapphire has long symbolized truth, sincerity and faithfulness. As a result of its symbolism, Sapphires are often a popular choice for engagement or promise rings. Even Prince Charles chose a Sapphire engagement ring for Princess Diana. The image below is of a five year anniversary gift commissioned from Bohemian Butterfly . The ring features five hand selected Sapphires set onto a custom... Read Full Story
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As promised we are continuing with our month by month commentary on birthstones, and as it is August, the stone of the month is Peridot. Often called the 'evening emerald' by ancient Romans, who noticed that its green colour shone even more vividly in lamplight, Peridot is a naturally lush olivine green colour. The most important deposits of Peridot are on the so-called 'serpent isle' - the volcanic island of Zebirget in the Red Sea. According to Greek Legend, vicious snakes lived on the... Read Full Story
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There are so many different bits of advice floating about on the world wide web about how you should care for your jewellery. It's not all bad, but as we are Handmade Jewellery artisans we thought it would be a good idea to offer our advice on how to look after our jewellery. The first and probably most important piece of advice we can give you is to NOT use the jewellery liquid dip you can buy commercially in most retail outlets. In our years of experience this has proven to give precious... Read Full Story
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A s we all know, Bohemian Butterfly is big on stones. We've had many clients and friends ask us recently about their birthstones and we have decided to give a monthly post about the stone of the month. As it is July we will be starting with the stunning Ruby. The gleaming ruby should adorn, All those who in July are born, For thus they'll be exempt and free, From lover's doubts and anxiety. -Gregorian Birthstone Poem Rubies have always been held in high esteem in Asian countries. In ancient... Read Full Story
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Treasure was an amazing event held as part of London Jewellery Week 2010 that we were lucky enough to be a part of. It showcased a broad spectrum of talent in today's Jewellery industry. What is so refreshing about shows like Treasure is that although it pays respect to well established brands it also provides a platform for budding new designers and artisan jewellers. Bohemian Butterfly had a successful show and are already looking forward to next year's event. Thank you so much to those of... Read Full Story
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Bohemian Butterfly is happy to a part of this year's London Jewellery Week and would like to invite you to join us in celebrating London's wealth of creativity! We will be exhibiting our collections at Treasure, to be held at Victoria House from June 11-13. Tickets cost £5.00. For more information please visit http://www.treasureuk.com/ . Treasure is the perfect summer opportunity to stock up on beautiful gems and add to your jewellery collection. We will be showcasing our current collections... Read Full Story
