Late Spring Updates!

Hello everyone! Hope this entry finds you all well & enjoying the sneak peaks of Summer that the weather is sending our way. I have been very busy with Zavida lately, oweing much to the fact that we have so many beautiful new pieces to photograph, perfect for late Spring and Summer! Also, don't forget Dad--Zavida also carries great Father's Day gifts such as cuff links, money clips, and mens' bracelets. Not to mention the exciting developments on the Zavida Project in India. Read on!

As far as new and exciting jewelry, we have been leaning towards the bright and exotic this season, with lots of new unique Zavida original pieces featuring rare stones of brilliant color and clarity. Some of my favorites include, but are by no means limited to:

	Lapis Earth Necklace, $864. View item!
	Citrine Summer Bracelet, $295. View item!
	Agate Composite Necklace, $70. View item!
	Resin Sea Garden Bangle, $79. View item!
	Turquoise Spirit Bracelet, $230. View item!

I also recently noticed that we have several pieces (that don't get the attention they deserve!) featuring naturally colored Coral, free of artificial coloring methods such as dyes and heating. I didn't know coral came in such lovely shades of blue and red-orange until I was introduced to our collection here at Zavida.

	Natural Coral Necklace, $315. View item!
	Sponge Coral Necklace, $278. View item!
	Dusky Blue Coral Necklace, $374. View item!
	Red Coral Pendant, $116. View item!

As for the Zavida Project, we are excited to announce that we are gearing up to award our first scholarship this Summer!! This scholarship will create the opportunity for children of Zavida Silversmith families who want to become artisans to attend technical art schools in India! We will be sure to keep you posted on this exciting new chapter of the Zavida Project.

Enjoy the last days of Spring!

Spring Open Studio Pictures & Update!!

Hello all!

We've had quite the busy past couple of weeks, what with our 2011 Mother's Day & Spring Show & Open Studio on April 30th, and with Summer on its way! The show was a blast--lots of people came out, there was great food, and we couldn't have asked for better weather. Oh--and the jewelry was beautiful, too! But that, of course, is a given :). Fortunately, we were able to get a few great pictures, so if you weren't able to make it you can see what went on! Some of the show's highlights were...

The Food

Lee made a delicious chicken and tortilla strip casserole and a jicama salad!

Not one to miss an opportunity to bake, I made some alfajores, a type of sandwich cookie I ate when I lived in Paraguay, and a dear friend of Zavida whipped up some delicious espresso truffle cookies as well...yum.

The Jewelry

Our bright, summery Candy Beryl Necklace next to some bright, summery blossoms!

Our stunning new Peruvian Amazonite Necklace.

The People

Huddled around an open jewelry drawer...

Fastening necklaces on each other!

and The GORGEOUS day!

Right outside the studio!

If you weren't able to make it this time, stay posted for our next show--and remember, everyone is always welcome to come see the studio, just make an appointment with Lee or Brenna by calling 206-465-1533! Now, get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather while it lasts!