2011 Holiday Gift Guide Feature: Thanda Zulu Handmade Jewelry

Thanda Zulu Necklace

You would die if you knew how many necklaces I own. Normally, the thrill of purchasing a new piece of jewelry is enough to fill my heart, but Thanda Zulu takes that to a whole new level.   Thanda Zulu jewelry is handmade by some of the most skilled beaders in South Africa. All proceeds from purchases support Thanda’s projects for orphans of AIDS in Africa.  From preserving a traditional art to funding innovative programs to support vulnerable children in South Africa, Thanda Zulu brings hope to rural

Joseph Allen Designs Review & Giveaway {GIVEAWAY CLOSED}

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::GIVEAWAY CLOSED:: Congrats to Kristen @kristinnw! I am a huge fan of handmade and hand stamped jewelry, so I was thrilled when Joseph Allen approached me to review his products! What makes Joe’s designs different from the rest is that his pieces are carved and casted.  He also only uses high quality Argentium Sterling Silver, which replaces some of the copper with metalloid germanium to make it the most tarnish resistant sterling silver available. This is good to know because I have several sterling silver