• A Guide To Collecting Vintage Jewellery

    Who doesn’t love fine vintage jewellery? The superb workmanship required to make such fine Jewellery makes it even more appealing. If you are planning to start a vintage jewellery collection, there is much to consider. Here are a few tips for collecting vintage jewellery. ✓ Research Your Chosen Periods – Whether you prefer Art Deco or Retro style jewellery, doing some online research will expand your knowledge and that has to help when sourcing specific pieces. The more you know about the Victorian period, the less likely you are to pay more than a piece is worth. ✓ Make A Connection With An Established Antique Dealer – Check out the…

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    Gold Rings And Silver Bracelets Make Momma Happy!

    I am a jewelry hoarder. I personally have the worst case of ohhhh shiny! I love sparkle, shine, dazzle, and pretty. I love uniqueness, I appreciate fine jewelry. Yes, I need all the pretty things, especially stackable gold rings. If those gold rings accidentally have diamonds in them well then YES, PLEASE! For a lot of women that I know jewelry is programmed into our DNA. I know my family certainly passed down the love of sparkle. Did you know that the first trace of jewelry was in Iran? (Actually, it was the Mediterranean at the time).  About 3,000 to 400 BC!?!? That’s nuts right??   In the beginning, most…

  • Let’s Ring In 2022 With A Bold Chain Necklace! #auratenyc

    2022 is just hours away! Can you believe another year has come and gone? I am pretty darn sure that I JUST wished you little Peanuts a Happy 2021!??! Again!! Time flies like crazy! Yeah, even in Idaho. Yup, I’m still a funny girl!  A FUNNY GIRL with NEW Jewelry!! This year I was trying to find a necklace that I could wear all the time. Something pretty, feminine and delicate looking but sturdy. Okay, seriously? Did I really think I would find all those requirements in ONE chain?? No…. honestly I didn’t. HOWEVER!! That was before I searched on my favorite jewelry site Au-Rate.  Hit that search bar with:…

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    Did Someone Say Diamonds!?!?! #aurateny

    Okay Peanuts who’s ready to hear about MY favorite stone? Yup, we’re talkin’ diamonds!! Have you ever wondered why diamonds are such a coveted gem? I know I have. Seriously, what makes that sparkling stone make me what to drool? It also makes The Husbands eyes roll. I am 100% a diamond lover. Show me the sparkly! Please?? Diamonds are the most precious and enduring of all gemstones, with their very name taken from the ancient Greek word αδάμας (adámas) meaning ‘unbreakable’. For centuries their exquisite beauty, inner fire and unique physical qualities have made them prized above all other gems. In fact, diamond engagement rings didn’t become popular until…

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    Motivation. Beautiful Motivation!! #auratenyc

    Ohhhhhhhhhh Oh yes! THE NON is giddy!! I have (yes! AGAIN!!) treated myself to a gorgeous piece of jewelry!! After all, us girls gotta spoil themselves! It keeps us sane! During Covid I decided that if I have to stay home I may as well work on me. So, treadmill, sit-ups, crunches and trying very hard not to eat every thing in my path. (I know you are wondering, what on earth does this have to do with jewelry!?! I’m gettin’ there, hang on.) I decided to find a “YOU DID IT” gift to give to myself. My first choice was a gold collar necklaces. LOVE ’em! L.O.V.E T.H.E.M!!  Ohhhhhhmmmmgeeeeeeeee,…

  • Amazing Tips How To Choose Everyday Jewellery

    Photo: https://unsplash.com/photos/aEfJYCblJiI  Jewellery is an amazing outfit addition, which shouldn’t be neglected, especially if you want to look stylish. However, choosing the right type of jewellery can be a bit tricky, which is why it’s important to take your time to pick piece(s) that will work with the rest of your look. Therefore, here are some cool tips that will help you choose your everyday jewellery. Think of the occasion There are different pieces of jewellery on the market, so before you decide to make a final choice, make sure to think of the occasions that might suit this type of jewellery. Why? Well, first, if you’re going for brunch…

  • Let’s Shop Jeulia!

    If you’ve been around Peanut Butter and Whine for a while you know I’m a HUGE fan of jewelry. ALL kinds of jewelry! I am particularly fond (okay, let’s be real here I adore bling bling jewelry! The sparkly the better!) Since I love switching up my jewelry I shop at Jeulia. This is a site that allows me to shop on a retiree budget, but still have amazing jewelry. Each and every piece is beautifully crafted, full of sparkle and shine!! Each pieces of jewelry looks as stunning as pieces that you would normally pay thousands and thousands of dollars for.  From wedding jewelry to necklaces!! Don’t worry, there are…

  • Signet Rings ARE Still Cool!!

    Yup, I gave myself a gift for no reason at all.  Yes, I am feeling very spoiled. I believe us women have to spoil ourselves! As women, mom’s, wives, grandma’s ahhhh let’s just say ALL women should spoil themselves occasionally!! It can be as easy as an hour alone to do NOTHING. It can be a new book, a manicure. It can also be jewelry!! It keeps us sane, happy and able to care for everyone else in our life. This year my favorite gift to ME, me, me is jewelry! I mean really is jewelry ever a bad gift?? Whether it’s from someone special or a gift to yourself.…