Have you noticed some gleaming intense stones showing up in the designer jewelry world? Chances are they are designers using doublets for unique looks. A doublet is a gemstone composed of two or three parts- gemstone material in combination with other, less expensive materials or gemstones. Doubl

I have finally redesigned my Pam Older Designs website to be a mobile friendly shop to buy handcrafted jewelry! I hope you like my new design and welcome comments. I am working on a one stop checkout as we speak to simplify the shopping experience. I take the opportunity to thank all of my loyal cus

It has been two years since I moved up from NY to open my Newburyport jewelry store and the experience has been terrific. I opened my shop Pam Older Designs in May 2015 and I can say it was an excellent move. Lots of people in town are loving our organic handmade jewelry and referring their friends

Don't you love wearing turquoise in the Summer? After wearing my favorite stone, pyrite, all Fall and Winter, I like this burst of color.  The Turquoise and vermeil "stick" earrings below look ancient and modern at the same time ( I think I need a new name for them too- any ideas?) The turq

Brides today are getting married everywhere! Farms, beaches, mountain tops, lofts or their own backyards.Their bridal jewelry choices are just as varied. Rustic,feminine,sophisticated,glamorous- there are no rules. More commonly, the choice is to buy something beautiful and affordable that you can w

What’s popular and unique earrings? These babies at $58.00 are the winners! London Blue Topaz, is an expensive but gorgeous stone. To make them at a price everyone could afford, I found these beautiful london blue quartz, so they look natural but cost a little less. The flower posts are brass with