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The last few weeks has been a little bit busy with the launch of 3 new shows and the JCK convention last weekend in Vegas. In the midst of all of the traveling, booth set ups and takedowns and filming, it has been hard to slow down and catch a breath. But, alas, the weekend is here and I am literally in the eye of the storm at home! A few days back in Seattle and then back off I go for another round. As I sit here and reflect back on what has been the last few weeks, I can sit back and think about how gratifying it has been. By the numbers, we have launched 3 new shows and a few others still in the pipeline that we have already designed for, brought the very best white South Sea pearls in the world to air, and last week held a 2 hour showcase of “Free Form Pearl Jewelry.” As many of you know, my love of pearls stems from the appreciation of the organic nature of the gem. In other words, I love that they are perfectly imperfect. Bringing a show like this to air, to me shows how far we have come in our appreciation of pearls. To evolve from a gem that for years has been known for perfection in round and blemish free shapes with crisp white tones to an appreciation of the multi colors and natural- untreated shapes, and most importantly, the natural high luster showcases a more accurate portrayal of the pearl.
Much like a painter strives to be perfect in their renderings and interpretations of what they see, the reality is that no matter how hard they try, they will never be completely perfect, and each version or revision will be different. If we asked Leonardo Da Vinci to paint the Mona Lisa 3 times, would they all come out the exact same? Definitely not! The pearl, weather it is natural or cultured can never be perfect or the same from piece to piece because each mollusk shows it’s own version of a pearl, where character is defined by the color, luster, orient, size, and shape. Therefore, in the same way that Da Vinci may find a flaw in one of his paintings, yet we will still consider his work a masterpiece the pearl may show a imperfection or two, but when prized for luster and natural character, the pearl is Nature’s own work of art.
Free-form pearls perfectly showcases the reality of an organic gem stone. During my show with Heather Hall last week, she talked about the natural shape essentially being natures way of faceting the gem. She is correct! Unlike other gems, pearls do not need to be faceted or cut to unleash the inner beauty. The hard work of the farmers who help in the culturing process is on display with each and every gem. When a beautiful pearl is harvested with bright colors and intense luster, it is celebrated by the entire farm, as they have all worked collectively as a team and with nature to create beauty.
For me personally, I heavily lean towards the off- round shapes of pearls with beautiful color and high luster. Seeing the hard work of these farmers and appreciating their distinct organic character showcases their true beauty! I remember during one of my first trips to Tahiti, I saw a pearl that was so vibrantly colored, but at the same time it was only 8mm and it was heavily circled. Despite the value factors that are taught by the gem labs, this pearl was one of the most beautiful and perfect gems I had ever seen! This is why when looking at pearls, I ask you all to many times look past the shape and size of a pearl and look at the natural colors and brightness to identify and create an emotional bond with the gem.
I hope you enjoyed the latest addition to our show lineup! In the coming weeks and months, I promise that there will be many more!
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Nick, I just received my 2nd 9-10 mm 20″ sterling tahitian necklace from FEM on SNBC and I love the second one even more than the first and I’m crazy for the first one I received. The first has more rounded pearls and the second has more drop shaped pearls. They are stunning layered together. If there were any left, I’d get another one. Long live Value Pay. I had intended to put two together to make a long strand but the magnets do not secure firmly to each other on the different necklaces. Each single necklace secures perfectly securely to its own magnets but I cannot put them together because the magnetic charge isn’t strong enough and they come undone easily. Any suggestions? samantha (jewelmuse on snbc)
Hi Samantha, if you would like the flexibility of having them layered, bit also would like to wear them as one, you can always send them to me and I will see what I can do wit the clasps! If you would like a third, perhaps I can select some pearls for you?
Thanks, Nick. What a kind offer. I am recovering from a truly hideous flu and when I feel better will have some attention for something more fun than trying to breathe in and out. I’m feel blessed to have this personal connection. You are so generous with your time. Your love for pearls and your commitment to sharing them with us brings a lot of joy to my life. I was feeling so rotten yesterday and I took out my new necklaces and felt better just looking at the beautiful pearls. Each one is a treasure and they make me happy. May you and your family thrive in all ways. Catch you later.
I DID NOT SEE THE FREE FORM PEARLS WHERE CAN I SEE THEM? I MUST HAVE MISSED ??? LAST WED?? WHERE CAN I SEE THEM? ANY CARVED ONES AVAILABLE? I CAN’T SEE THEM ON NBC
Hi Marlene: There were a couple of pieces of the freeform pearls in the inventory last week but I haven’t checked this week. On SNBC website go to search bar and type in Far East Market. In their store, select Fine Pearls and you might find some there. I missed the Australian show and am waiting, waiting for the next one. Meanwhile, I have so much joy with my beautiful Tahitians. jewelmuse
Samantha, you will honestly love the Australian South Sea!!! Stay tuned for more to come the rest of the year!!
This was only a 2 hour show, but hopefully it will be back soon! We did not have any carved pearls if his show,, as it was a focus on free-for, shape!!