Inspired Design: Genesis Jewelry

   In the beginning was the stone......so begins the story of Genesis Jewelry, a wonderfully creative and artfully appointed accessories company founded and created by Corinne Anderson.  Corinne began Genesis Jewelry literally with one stone.  She was out shopping ones day at a flea market and found a unusual piece of turquoise, created a ring and began to wear it.  Everywhere that Corinne when around her town people would ask her about  the ring.  One day someone asked to buy it and the rest is history.
     Currently crafting her fifth season of jewelry, Corinne is positive and excited about future creative projects.  She is starting to give jewelry making lessons in the fall, has her trend and pattern book set for Spring 2013 and has sold her 515th piece!! Looking to add anklets to her collection for Summer 2013, expansion and selling her jewelry through publications and statewide events are near future plans.
     "To be able to turn my creative passion into a profitable and successful job has always been my goal.  Getting to see it come true has felt better then what I imagined." said Corinne.
      Specializing in career focused pieces that work for every work environment, Corinne crafts creative pieces that add a touch of personal style and color.  Timeless yet on trend, Corinne's jewelry can be ordered custom made for any occasion or desired style.

View the following gallery below and feel free to email request or schedule a consult at
www.genesisjewelry@mail.com

Native Beauty

Inspired by the the first Americans, this collection is a popular choice for casual wear and for adding a unique flair for the dramatic. Turquoise, amethyst and silver and a stunning combination and the look is classic yet trendy enough for the younger fashion lover.  The collection ranges in price from $25.00-$45.00

Aztec Triumph

This collection is a regal rendition for the workplace fitting for summer or winter wear this collection draws attention to the wear and establishes her as someone who posses both the style and the grace to wear well such a jewelry statement.  Gold, tin, turquoise, and pearl with gold tone hardware comprise this winning look.  This collection ranges in price from $25.00- $65.00

Tasseled Treasure

This eclectic necklace is a weekend favorite for many owners and it a great way to make a statement with a plain t-shirt.  Wonderful bits of silver matched with lively threads of color make this look a one of a kind masterpiece.  This necklace can be ordered in a variety of lengths and ranges in price (dependent on length) from :$70.00-$100.00

Gentle Green Giant

This immeasurable statement of green color is a earthly toned answer to the age old question, what to wear with this brown suit.  Workplace specific yet also well placed with more casual and bright looks, this fun and functional collection is a great gift for self or a career inspired individual. This collection ranges in price from $25.00- $48.00

Stain Glass Light

This bright piece is a versatile addition to any jewelry lovers collection.  Creatively inspired by a favorite piece of stain glass, Corrine has artfully redefined her inspiration into a piece appropriate for everyday and everywhere wear.  The necklace is $48.00

Passion and Purpose

Green and purple give this bracelet a great sense of colorful balance that will succeed in keeping you fashion forward with each wear.  This bracelet style can be custom ordered in a color combination that works best for your wardrobe.  The cost for custom or the featured look is $30.00

Stones and Bread

This great bracelet is best worn as a layered look featuring stones and color choices designed to complement your wardrobe or the look you are trying to achieve for your formal or special occasion. The perfect bridesmaid gift, these bracelets make great gifts for every occasion.  The cost for customization of color or for the featured piece in the green color is $20.00 with a 15% discount for orders of more then 20.  

Collecting Custom Jewelry

     Collecting fashion jewelry is a wonderful hobby for the fashion minded.

New, ethnic, antique, pieces of every color, style and trend are a great and

colorful way to add personal flair to your wardrobe.

    Shopping and selection of great custom jewelry pieces can be done at small

boutiques, flea markets, outdoor sway events, and art events.  Here are 5 tips

for creating a collection of costume jewelry:

1) Choose jewelry that is expressive of your style. If you tend toward bold

colors choose pieces that reflect this. If prefer a particular pattern or print

pick items that complement this look or echo your preferred look.

2) Remember to try yard sales, flea markets or estate sales as great options to

add styles that define historic trends. Vintage costume pieces are a great style

addition that will give a unique flavor to modern trends.

3) Add handcrafted pieces to your collection from a jewelry artist that you like. 

Your knowledge and relationship with that jeweler will add a human link to the

designs and styles you choose. To contact Corrine Anderson of Genesis Jewelry about any interest in the featured items below please email her at genesisjewelry.mail.com.

4) Choose pieces that fit your lifestyle.  If your active choose pieces that

have reinforced clasps or thicker chains. If you are around water choose pieces

that resist tarnish. More delicate stones, metals, and designs should be

purchased with a clear idea of how and where to wear them to prevent damage.

5) Diversify your collection by color to provide a wide range of pieces that can

custom match or complement the colors that you wear. Keep a inventory of your

pieces so that when you shop for new items you are aware of what you need to

balance your collection or complete key looks.

A Photo Gallery of Everyday Jewels

Creatively pairing jewelry with everyday looks is a way to add polish and

complete every look. These creative pieces designed by, Corinne Anderson                        

, are featured below and paired with fashion staples that are the perfect item

to wear with each classic jewelry look.

Jeans

Turquoise stones, leather, and sterling silver are favorite jewelry elements

when fashioned together into costume rings, bracelets, necklaces,  and other

pieces.

Suits

The right length necklace with colorful jewel or stone accents that match the

blouse or shoes in your outfit is a great start for a work look that is

outstanding.

The Lace Top

Ethnic inspired jewels are a nice contest to a well worn lace top. Colorful,

visually engaging with a brilliant tone and pattern, ethnic jewelry is a

wonderful element that will find the right backdrop for a lace top.

Fashion Article 5: Affordable Glam: Costume Jewelry

         A great option for everyday wear, costume jewelry is a way to save money while still embracing high style. One of the best ways to stay trendy and turn on a fashion minute is through the wearing of costume jewelry.

       Some of the best designers, Vera Wang and Ralph Lauren  are outstanding examples, offer an assortment of fashion jewelry that changes to match the seasons and trends.

        Ethnic jewelry is a popular option in costume jewelry. It is often handmade and original. It can reflect the wearers origins or a culture whom they enjoy the aesthetic of.

        Birthed in the strands of pearls worn by the house of Chanel in the 1920's, the age of costume jewelry was a way to coordinate your fashion look

using affordable jewels.

      One of the best ways to create originality in styling with costume jewelry is to wear custom pieces that are created and designed with a personal touch.

Here are some handcrafted pieces by jewelry designer,                         ,

that will work for  many occasions.

The Outdoor Wedding

      This masterfully crafted piece is bright and wonderful.  Summer or spring perfect, it is ideal for your outdoor event.

Formal Dinner

      Everyone loves a little glitter and glam with their dressy formal wear.

Costume jewelry that has been created especially for your occasion can be custom fit with colorful jewels that match the outfit.

Outdoor Market Shopping

    These fun, fearless pieces are a great way to coordinate jeans, shorts or a

favorite top. Great for conversation sparks or a way to accent or add a pop of color to a casual look.

The BEST Jewelry Styles

          Knowing which jewelry pieces to add to your collection is a key aspect of fashion and style.  Choose a price range and style your way to wardrobe excellence with a few of these key pieces for dress and everyday wear.

10) Stud Earrings

Stud Earrings add everyday glamor that is well stated, adds a spark of polish and is fitting for every occasion

9) Chain Necklace

Add dimension and length to your jewelry style with a chain necklace.  Available in almost any length, color, stone style with simple or elaborate designs—chain necklaces are a wonderful and meaningful way to work magic into your wardrobe.

8) Nose Ring

Whether stud or stone, the nose ring is a gentle nod toward edgy Avant gaud jewelry fashion that is a fun approach toward a very personal look.

7) Anklets

A standard for summer sandal looks and wearable year around, the anklet is an amazing and stunning way to add bling and draw attention to your pedicure or great high heel shoes.

6) Rings

A well appointed hand is never without an amazing ring or three.  Rings are one of the most popular pieces of jewelry and can really be worn on any and every occasion.

5) Bracelets

   Stacked, single, jeweled, sting, yarn, gold or silver, the right bracelet is a great way

    to finish off the perfect outfit.  You can pull an entire look together with the right

    accent on your wrist.

4) Gold Necklace

Traditional, trend and always with class a gold necklace of any design can be a great choice for many key wardrobe looks.  A high class look that can be worn everyday, many peoples most treasured jewel piece is a gold necklace.

3)  Birthstone Jewelry

Make a jewelry piece your own by choosing one that features your birthstone.  Birthstone jewelry is a fun and creative choice for a personal gift for yourself or someone you love.

2) Charm Jewelry

Perhaps the most unique and personalized of all jewelry styles, charm jewelry allows the wearer to collect and cherish precious jeweled memories of their life journey.

1)   Chandelier Earrings

Attractive and trendy in a tasteful manner, chandelier earrings are a way to add pretty dimension to every face shape.  Available in every color and style, chandelier earrings are a fun addition to your jewelry box.

Jewelry the Perfect Gift

Treating a friend, family member, or loved one to the perfect gift of jewelry is

the perfect gift answer for any occasion.  The right type of jewelry should be chosen

fit the occasion and the wearer.  Keep the recipients style and taste at the forefront

of your mind when choosing a piece.  Is the person conservative? Are they trendy? 

What types of jewelry do they normally wear?  Do you know their favorite color?

Would they enjoy a piece with their birthstone?  Take the necessary time to choose

a piece of jewelry that will show them that you care. 

            Here are some ideas of pieces and occasions that they would be perfect for:

Wedding

She doesn’t have to borrow but she will be wearing blue.  This statement piece is wedding day perfect and will add a touch of classic charm to her jewelry collection as a Mrs.

Birthday

Like a well spring of confetti- these fun, feminine pieces are a great addition to any girls spring/summer collection.

Christmas

Everyday precious stone pieces are a unique, special way to commemorate this holiday and can be worn to ring in the upcoming New Year.

Just Because

Friendship is an excellent reason to give a gift and there is no better time to celebrate then whenever you get together after spending years apart.  Giving a special jewelry gift is a great way to say I missed you.

Creatively Inspired, Uniquely Designed

      How to Work with a Custom Jeweler To Create A Stunning Piece

            Everyone dreams of jewelry that defines their image, a endless

quest for the perfect piece.  Yet the only way to make sure that you get there is through working exclusively with a creative jewelry that can share and express your vision for personal jewelry that matches your individual style.

            Here are a few key tips to working with a jeweler to ensure that

your vision becomes reality that you will enjoy season after season.

Ask to see prior work

            Jewelers will keep pictures or samples of their work and before

you choose who you will work with it is a great idea to study some of

the pieces that they have made in the past.  Look for quality of

construction, visual harmony in colors chosen and the range of styles

that the jeweler has created.  Jewelers love to show off their talent and

successful projects and this is a good opportunity to explore the

personal style of the potential jeweler you might choose.

Know what you want

            There are certain things that have to be communicated to your

jeweler to ensure that you receive the look you are hoping for.  Be sure

to express your ideas about color, size, design ideas, and specific point

about length, stones for each piece you are looking to buy. Remember,

the whole point of going custom with jewelry to get what you want so

make sure you have a well thought-out out plan.

               If you are going to leave style and design choices up to the

jewelry designer at least let them see, get a description of a outfit or

dress you might be trying to purchase the piece to match or your

inspiration for wanting to go custom.

Discuss the scope of the project

              Don’t just choose a design and walk away.  Discuss the steps of

the project—timeframe, costs, unexpected cost, materials, approximate

start and finish dates and payment terms.  It is easy to get so wrapped

up in the excitement of a custom jewelry piece that you forget the

practical steps required to  make your dream a reality. For a consultation regarding custom jewelry with Corinne Anderson contact her at genesisjewelry@mail.com