Back in Action!

We have returned to Marco Island and opened the shop up again. Originally, we planned to close the whole month of September, but August was so strong that we decided to reopen for the last week of September. We are meeting with our loyal vendors to restock our shelves with beautiful things. Our plan is to carry lots of fresh designs in both lab diamonds and natural diamonds. We will be sourcing new and innovative designs in sea life jewelry and keeping an eye out for more modern and interesting pieces. Gold prices will continue to vex us, of course, but I don’t think gold will ever fall out of fashion. Nothing on this planet gleams with the brilliance of gold; it is the superior metal and universally loved.

The recent trend of ladies selecting yellow gold for their favorite pieces is promising. If we’re paying the premium for gold, we want it to look like gold! White gold will always be in demand, and it is a beautiful metal, but a lot of our designs really pop in yellow. Sand dollars with or without diamonds capture the essence of nature in gorgeous yellow gold, especially. We will expand our silver offerings this year, as well as debut a new custom Marco Island pendant we’re sure will be a hit.

My dad is enjoying a bit of an extended stay in Spain while I gather the cavalry on the island. He told me not to count on him, so my brother and my other experienced goldsmith are stepping up to the plate. They have so much experience and I’m so lucky to have their expertise. In fact, my father has been so scarce as of late that many of my new clientele have no idea who he is. Quick funny story…the front got a little busy when he happened to be here, so he popped up front to wait on someone. She had a watch in need of a battery. She studied him carefully, looking down her nose at him and asked, “Are you new here?” Zing!!! Darn lady, I couldn’t have ribbed him better myself! He humbly informed her that he, in fact, was the original owner of 31 years, while I laughed uncontrollably. My customers never fail to entertain me. I have so many wonderful people who poke their head in to comment on my latest article, drop off a key lime pie or homemade cookies, or just to get the latest gossip on my love life. It’s a wonderful community on Marco Island and I’m proud to call myself an island resident once again.

As a teenager, I didn’t appreciate the laid-back and relaxed island life. Now as a woman of a certain age, I feel like I have rediscovered paradise. Our community is diverse with all walks of life; we are honored to be a central part of the gift-giving experience of our loyal clientele. Never a week goes by without someone handing me a piece of jewelry that my father handcrafted for them 10, 20, or even 30 years ago. They are always impeccably designed and still in excellent condition. We design and create jewelry meant to stand the test of time. Our 31 years of doing business and excellent reputation are proof of that. Thanks to all of you, our little family store has thrived through the economic ups and downs. This will be our legacy, and we will continue to strive to deliver the best in customer service, innovative designs, and expert repairs and restorations.

Here is your regular reminder to take advantage of our complimentary cleaning and inspection services. Much like a car, our jewelry needs regular repair and maintenance over time. Small moving parts can wear thin; prongs can break and fail. While not foolproof, regular cleaning and inspection can reduce catastrophic losses and cost you less in the long run should you lose an important piece of jewelry. If your ring is too big, get it sized. Ring size reducing is still a very affordable service, and the pain of losing a beloved piece of jewelry never really leaves you. In order to encourage our customers to have repairs taken care of before the holidays are upon us, we have extended our 10% off repair coupon through October. Take advantage of this discount and enjoy speedy service before season hits. As always, Marco Island, thank you for your continued patronage and we look forward to seeing your familiar faces this fall and winter.