Spring Gift Guide

Good morning everyone! It's a truly beautiful day here and all this sun has got me thinking about upcoming joyous occasions such as Mother's Day (Sunday, May 8) and Graduations--both high school and college--all across the country throughout May and June. Since gift-giving is a traditional part of these celebrations for many people, I thought it would be nice to create a fun gift-giving guide, organized by price, to help you find that perfect present! So, without furthur ado...

Mother's Day & Graduation Gift Guide

Gifts Under $30

	Essential Bangle in Gold or Silver, $17. These versatile bangles come in Silver and Silver brushed with 18k Gold Vermeil for a dressier look. View item!
	Freshwater Pearl & Sterling Silver Earrings, $20. These graceful pearl earrings dangle 1 cm. Available with white (shown) or pink freshwater pearls. View item!
	Freshwater Pearl "Heiress" Bracelet in 18k Gold Vermeil, $28. These elegant yet understated Freshwater Pearl & 18k Gold Vermeil over Sterling Silver bracelets are the perfect accessory--they can be dressed up and dressed down effortlessly, adding the right amount of class and grace to any ensemble. View item!

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Gifts Under $50

	Engraved Sterling Silver & Gemstone Studs, $42-43. These elegant and exotic stud earrings add a burst of color--and class--to any outfit. Available with Carnelian, Blue Topaz, Lapis, Peridot, and Moonstone. View item!
	Pear Crystal Earrings in 14k Gold Vermeil, $35. Both eye-catching and classic simultaneously, these timeless earrings feature pear-shaped faceted rock crystals of stunning clarity dangling on 14k gold vermeil hooks. View item!
	Silver Omega, $48. Sleek and classy, this necklace may be worn alone or with a favorite pendant. View item!
	Sterling Silver Ring with Sapphire, $45. Small and yet striking in their loveliness, these rings come with sapphires of a wide variety of colors so that there is sure to be something for everyone. View item!

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Gifts Under $75

	Kailani Shell Earrings, $73. These gorgeous earrings, with their polished slices of mother-of-pearl set in 23k gold vermeil, are aptly named Kailani, meaning "sea and sky" in Hawaiian. View item!
	Gemstone Charm Necklace, $65. Each of these one-of-a-kind charm necklaces features small faceted drops of amethyst, quartz, citrine, carnelian, topaz, prehnite, and amazonite dangling from a fine sterling silver chain and accented by small bell, dolphin, and butterly sterling silver charms. View item!
	Faceted Sterling Silver & Gemstone Earrings, $57-67. These stunning peridot earrings are just one pair of a set that includes luscious garnet, sparkling blue topaz, and summery citrine. View Peridot option!
	Primrose Post Earrings, $58. Sweet and simple, these earrings feature delicate primroses in brushed sterling silver. View item!

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Gifts Under $100

	Big Handmade Silver Pendant, $95. Inspired by ancient designs passed down through generations of silversmith families, this striking pendant necklace is handcrafted by Indian artisans. View item!
	Gold Vermeil Wire Bracelet, $84. Elegant and yet artsy, this bracelet goes with anything. Made from intricately crafted sterling silver wire dipped in 18k gold vermeil, this gift is sure to show you care. View item!
	Deep Sea Quartz Earrings, $98. These earrings feature blue quartz of an unusually rich and deep hue, reminding us of the color of the ocean on the perfect summer day. View item!
	Antique Italian Venetian Crystal Pendant, $92. Faint green and light pink shimmer through this antique faceted crystal drop pendant. We know this crystal tear drop capped with a circular glass crystal, strung on a black satin cord, can be worn out at night and to brunch on the weekend. Silk cord can be tied to any length that suits. View item!
	Hathor Earrings, $95. Bright, bold, and regal, these wide semi-hoop earrings are truly fit for a Goddess. Earrings feature delicate spiral detailing. View item!

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Gifts Under $150

	18k Gold Vermeil and Labradorite Necklace , $144. Dusky labradorite is paired with glittering gold for a combination that is both original and refined. Necklace measures 48 inches in length. View item!
	Gold Filigree & Gemstone Ring, $144. Truly worthy of royalty, this ring features a single brilliant gemstone set in a wide, detailed band of gold filigree. Available with garnet, amethyst, and blue topaz stones. View item!
	Peridot & Hindu Goddess Pendant Necklace , $136. Looking for a gift that says "you are fearless, strong, and beautiful"? Well, we found one for you. View item!

View more items of all prices by visiting http://www.zavidagemstones.com!

Spring Has Sprung!

Well...sort of. It has still been a little chilly and gray over here in the Pacific Northwest, but most days allow us a little sunshine at some point, and the smell of spring is definitely in the air. And, when spring is finally upon us, Washington truly gets one of the most beautiful springtimes around...

Tulips in Washington. (source)

Now, I'll be the first to proclaim my love for Spring. I love everything about it; the way it symbolizes new beginnings, the way it makes you start to think of Summer, the way it brings barren landscapes back to life in an explosion of lush greens and pinks. Of course, there are several, less abstract reasons I love this season too! Some of those are...

• The fruit and vegetables
  Spring offers up some of the best foods of the year. Strawberries, Artichokes, Asparagus, Spinach, Apricots, Avacados...the list goes on. We will be sure to keep this list in mind when planning what to serve at our upcoming Spring Show (April 30th, click here for details) so you'll want to be there!

  
  

• The flowers
  Daffodils, Tulips, Bluebells, Lilac, and of course Cherry Blossoms! Their fragrances, colors, and the way they brighten any landscape are just a few of the reasons to love flowers.

  
  

• The colors
  I love pastels and the clean, fresh hues of pale pink, lavender, blue, green, and yellow. Spring colors inspire me...and they apparently inspire our designers, too, which brings us to my next reason to love Spring...

  
  

• New Jewelry! Time to break out the skirts and sandals and pack away your more somber jewelry in anticipation of more graceful, bright, and youthful accessories! We have been getting tons of new pieces in over the past few days, and I am delighted to be able to share some of them with you....
  

	"The Artist" Multigem Earrings, $260. View item!
	Chunky Amethyst Elastic Bracelet, $48. View item!
	Mint Sapphire Earrings, $86. View item!
	Mouthwatering Multigem Bracelet, $240. View item!
	Silver Lining Druzy Earrings, $118. View item!
	Gold Filigree and Gemstone Ring, $144. View item!

Many more new pieces to be introduced soon...and we very much hope to see you all at the Spring Show (details here).

Happy Spring everyone!