February's birthstone - AMETHYST- it’s purple, what’s not to like? I’m drawn to purple – all shades – from soft pastel lilacs through to...

Not everything is as it seems! Not even in the world of gemstones...

Think of January’s birthstone Garnet and you will most likely visualise a gemstone that is deep red in colour. But, think again, because...

I love to work with Citrine. Who couldn't fail to appreciate it's sunny presence? But what's behind this honey coloured beauty? Here are...

Chosen with care, our gift choices reflect the things we want to say to our loved ones. What better way to convey these, often unspoken,...

Whether flashing rainbows or offering pastel calm and being a symbol of hope, opals are fascinating in so many ways. Here are my 8...

From rich reds to deep forest greens, ochres and duck egg blues, wood grain patterns to swirls and stripes, little planets to miniature...

Celestial blue, flecked with gold, the gemstone Lapis Lazuli has a fascinating history that includes spice merchants, Pharaohs and artists.