Jewelry Texas

Tech meets wedding - win both tungsten wedding bands and an iPad.

 

Future brides and grooms are looking to save some money in today's economy. And a contest may be just the thing to help them out. And if I was about to get married, what issue might be on the very top of my mind? The possibility of winning matching tungsten wedding bands? Or buying that iPad that I have been keeping my eye on? A tough choice. But why decide when you don’t have to?

Larson Jewelers gives future brides and grooms the opportunity to win both! If you are an individual that craves both cutting-edge gadgets and a wedding band that looks cool and sleek, then this is the contest for you. Enter at the Larson Jewelers contest page. And hurry – a randomly drawn winner will be selected on April 23.

Win Matching Tungsten Rings and an iPad!

Read the Larson Jewelers' iPad and tungsten wedding band contest press release on PRWeb.com.

Wedding band event being held by College Station jeweler.

 

If you live near College Station, Texas, and are looking to purchase wedding bands for your upcoming wedding, then here is a local retailer that you should pay a visit to. But hurry - their wedding band event is this week!

The wedding planning season is in full swing, so David Gardner's Jewelers will be holding their Spring Wedding Band Event on April 8th, 9th, and 10th in College Station, Texas. For these three days, David Gardner's will be offering an incredible selection of wedding bands from all the leading designers - including Novell wedding bands. Just be sure to call 979-268-0800 for your appointment. Let David Gardner's Jewelers uniquely qualified staff help you with these last big steps before your wedding day.

Dates: April 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2010
Hours: 10am-6pm.
Location: 911 University Drive East in College Station, TX
Contact: 979-268-0800 and www.davidgardnersjewelers.com

Read more on the Novell wedding band blog.

The affordable wedding band faceoff - Argentium vs. titanium.

 

Keep these two affordable wedding band metals in mind - Argentium Sterling Silver and titanium. With Argentium Sterling Silver becoming more and more visible, and the fact that titanium is more popular than ever, here is an article comparing the two metals which was inspired by a UK Google query.

Read all of Argentium vs. titanium - the benefits of two metals.

Blogs help you search for wedding bands and wedding rings.

I just searched for wedding bands and wedding rings on the Internet, and boy was that confusing! There's really a lot out there. Luckily The Wedding Ring Blog has been around for a few years now, and it looks as though the content is really beginning to step it up a notch. Here’s an article about using a blog search engine to research more information about wedding bands and wedding rings. 

 

Lately I have noticed that there are plenty of good blogs out there that have great information about wedding bands and wedding rings. And unlike some e-commerce websites, many articles and opinions are not really try to sway you to a certain manufacturer or product. Then again, some are! I have found that searching for wedding bands and wedding rings on IceRocket.com produces some pretty good results. Yes – there is still a lot of clutter and SPAM. Heck – that happens with Google Blog Search as well. But IceRocket.com is a great tool to start with. Happy searching!

Read more wedding band and wedding ring articles on The Wedding Ring Blog.

Ordinary wedding rings not your thing? Try custom wedding rings.

Ordinary wedding rings? Did you say ordinary wedding rings? Well, not everyone wants an ordinary wedding ring! The Wedding Ring Blog points the way to help you create wedding rings that are just for you. Not many couples go the custom wedding ring route, and many settle for rings that are plain or just off the shelf. But if you are looking to have your wedding rings custom made – and it’s not that hard – then read this post from The Wedding Ring Blog.

Custom wedding rings can be special wedding rings. 

Custom Wedding Rings – The Need to Be Different is an interesting – and keyword rich – article about creating custom wedding rings for you and your spouse. If the premise of the article is true, then apparently couples are traveling from jewelry store to jewelry store in search of the right ring. One option is to find a jewelry store that has an experienced bench jeweler. If that is the right route for you, then you may want to be sure that the jeweler is a Jewelers of America Certified Master Jeweler. This may or may not be necessary, but it also may be a good idea for peace of mind. Your wedding ring is the last remaining token of your wedding day, so make sure that it is up to your standards – and then some.

Read Custom Wedding Rings – The Need to Be Different.

Also learn another option for your custom wedding rings.

New rock music from Skyfactor soars.

 

Do you like acoustic-driven pop-rock with some twists and turns? If so, then you may want to give Skyfactor a listen.

Skyfactor's brand new full-length album 'DAYDREAMS' is now available on CD or digital download! Hear song samples on SKYFACTOR.COM. The CD includes 10 new tracks with the full band, and they can't wait for you to hear it. Skyfactor's also excited to hit the stage again, where they'll be debuting the new material live in NYC on April 24, 2010.

Listen to some full sound samples at SKYFACTOR.COM.

 

Texas' most reputable jewelry stores are found right here.

Shopping for jewelry can sometimes be a little difficult or confusing. A good place to start might be with Jewelers of America. Jewelers of America members are not just ordinary jewelry stores or sellers, but true jewelry professionals. You can trust your special fine jewelry purchase with a JA member, who commits annually to JA’s Code of Professional Practices.

Find a Jewelers of America jeweler in your area.

The sad declining state of precious metal wedding bands.

Love certainly is precious. And the symbolic meaning behind a wedding band is precious as well. But over the past few years, many future grooms have focused less on wedding bands made in platinum, palladium or gold, and more on those made with titanium and tungsten. It has been said that one out of every five wedding bands sold today has been made with tungsten. But why?

When shopping for your wedding band in Texas, what are some of the characteristics that you consider?  Are you looking for jewelry that is precious and has value? Or is finding something that is cheap and affordable really the way that you want to go? Below is an article currently featured on WeddingPlanningandAccessories.com about the top selling wedding bands that are found on Amazon.com today. Surprisingly, most of the popular wedding bands are made from tungsten and are very affordable.

From WeddingPlanningandAccessories.com:

Amazon.com’s best selling wedding bands

I guess when you look at what is currently considered best selling wedding bands on Amazon.com, it really is a sign of the times. There are a lot of tungsten and titanium wedding bands that are selling for less then what you might typically see in a brink-and-mortar jewelry store. And in the Top 100, you can see affordable precious metals such as sterling silver and 10kt or 14kt gold. And if you take a look at this titanium wedding band by a new designer, they are selling it for just $9.99! So that really tells you what the true cost of titanium might be. And also that  the American public is looking for great deals.

It’s a shame that when it comes to the Internet in America, precious metal wedding bands seem to be forgotten. And according to this article on NationalJeweler.com (Blue Nile bullish on U.S., eyes growth overseas), even a big online retailer like Blue Nile is looking to expand overseas for further growth. Hopefully that will help the precious metal wedding band market overall.

Read more of Amazon.com’s best selling wedding bands. This article was used with permission.

Jewelry-Texas.com highlighted on RSS from Jewelry Blogs.

Jewelry-Texas.com is a featured blog on a new Squidoo lens – RSS from Jewelry Blogs. RSS from Jewelry Blogs collects feeds from some of the leading regional jewelry blogs and connects to them in one convenient place. It’s just a simple page with links that can be a useful tool for the future bride or groom that needs a good place to start.

Visit RSS for Jewelry Blogs.

Black ceramic wedding bands for Texas grooms.

 

A lot of guys look for wedding bands that look different and are unique. And black is a color that just never goes out of style. So for the future Texas groom, here is a black ceramic wedding band that has a little bit of a twist! This black ceramic wedding band is 8mm wide, and features a high polished finish with a carbon fiber inlay. You can also view this wedding band from another angle.

Ceramic is a unique choice for your wedding band. Although a non-metallic solid, ceramic is a fine material for almost any wedding band if you are looking for an alternative to the ordinary.

Find a jewelry store in Texas that sells this ceramic wedding band.

Texas grooms can start their wedding band shopping with this article.

As the wedding gets close, the times comes to start considering your wedding bands. But not everyone knows how to begin. Before you start your wedding band shopping in Texas, here’s a wedding band item that you may want to check out before you head to the jewelry store.

YourEngagement101.com is a very cool and very “in the know” wedding website and blog that is on top of today’s wedding trends. And they just have uploaded an article that highlights some of the coolest and even most daring wedding band designs out on the market today. Here’s part of the feature:

“Although the engagement ring is an important jewelry purchase, one must not forget the two wedding bands that you and your loved one will sport for the rest of your lives. But gone are the days of the plain solid gold bands. These days there are all sorts of designs and metals to choose from.”

View all of YourEngagement101.com’s wedding band article. And view the online version of Engagement 101 Magazine, a leading wedding publication.

Texas brides and grooms can customize their wedding bands.

Why settle for just ordinary wedding bands when only the best should do for your wedding day? And since your wedding band is the one piece of jewelry that represents the love of your life on a daily basis, it should be able to be exactly what you want and how you want it. So if you are shopping for wedding bands in Texas, then you may wish to consider Novell wedding bands.

With Novell, an American wedding band manufacturer with over twenty years in the jewelry industry, they can specially create almost all of their wedding band styles many different ways - wider, narrower, in different metals (platinum, palladium or gold), with different finishes, with or without diamonds, and much more. Just visit an authorized Novell retailer, and they can help you make your wedding band dreams come true.

View the brand new Novell wedding band customization video on You Tube.

See examples of Novell wedding band customization.

Visit the Novell wedding band blog.

Giddy up Texas brides! Engagement 101 is online now.

The digital edition of Engagement 101 Magazine, a leading bridal publication, is online now for viewing. Texas' future brides and grooms can easily flip pages while reading about the latest jewelry companies, wedding dress designers, travel destinations and more. Engagement 101 Magazine is a leading resource for all things related to planning a modern wedding.

View the latest issue of Engagement 101 Magazine.

Consumers and jewelry professionals in Texas can read The Jewelry Book online.

Texas jewelry fans and buyers will just simply love and appreciate the latest issue of The Jewelry Book. The Jewelry Book is available online now as either a PDF or in a Flash interactive version. And unlike a lot of other online jewelry publications, The Jewelry Book’s pages are high quality, so you can easily print something out and show it to your local Texas jeweler.

View the Winter 2010 issue of The Jewelry Book online. Highlights of The Jewelry Book include:

- Made in America : A new way to think about Made in America.

- Sholdt Design : In 2010, Sholdt celebrates seventy-five years of classic, made-in-America design.

- Hofmeister : In a world of less-than-perfect service, Indianapolis-based Hofmeister Personal Jewelers is an oasis of excellence.

- The Jewelry Made in America Gallery : See designs created by manufacturers and designers that can proudly say that their jewelry is Made in America.

Feel free to visit The Jewelry Book's featured designers and links:
Alex Sepkus, Atara, Bachendorf's Jewelers, Centurion Jewelry Show, Charles Krypell, Christopher Designs, Gem Platinum, Hofmeister Personal Jewelers, Hoover and Strong, Jack Kelege, JB Star,  Jeffrey Daniels, John Buechner, Katharine James, Lieberfarb, MCR Gems, Novell, Novell Platinum, Platinum Guild, Precision Set, Rudolf Friedmann, Sholdt Design

Texas brides and grooms can view a free bridal show online.

If you looking to attend a bridal show in Texas, then this might be an interesting option for you.

Register now for Weddings and Honeymoons’ virtual bridal show. It is a great and unique online experience, and it is free! Who can say “no” to something free? Weddings and Honeymoons’ virtual bridal show takes place on March 20-21, 2010. Have a true bridal show experience without leaving your Texas home.

Register for Weddings and Honeymoons’ virtual bridal show now.

Texas jewelry stores now carry Flexx wedding bands.

   

Are you looking for wedding bands made in either titanium, ceramic or steel in Texas? If so, then you may want to check out Flexx wedding bands.

Wright and Lato's new collection of alternative metal wedding bands - Flexx wedding bands - debuted last year at the 2009 JCK Show in Las Vegas. These wedding bands are pretty new, and have just become available in local Texas jewelry stores. Some Flexx wedding band styles can also be made in other precious metals. 

Flexx wedding bands have been recently featured on WeddingPlanningandAccessories.com and also on WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band - X2009-7GQP.

The X2009-7GQP is a platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, features a carved design and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texasjewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read an additional feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band with grooves - X2008-7GQP.

The X2008-7QP is a platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, features bright grooves and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read an additional feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band with milgrain - X2007-7GQP.

The X2007-7GQP is a platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, has milgrain near its edges and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read an additional feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band with center groove - X2006-7GQP.

The X2006-7GQP is a platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, has a bright center groove and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read an additional feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band with unique center - X2005-7GQP

The X2005-7GQP is a unique platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store as well. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium combination wedding band - X2004-7GQP.

The X2004-7GQP is a carved platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas carved platinum-palladium combination wedding band - X2003-7GQ.

The X2003-7GQP is a carved platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 7mm wide, and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas hand-braided platinum-palladium combination wedding band - X2002/6GQP.

The X2002/6GQP is a braided platinum-palladium combination wedding band that is 6mm wide, hand-braided and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold. For a current price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band with milgrain - X2001/6GQP.

The X2001/6GQP is a platinum-palladium combination wedding band that features milgrain, is 6mm wide, and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold if desired. For a price on this wedding band, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Texas platinum-palladium wedding band - X2000/6GQP.

The X2000/6GQP is a unique platinum-palladium combination wedding band that has a hammered finish, is 6mm wide, and can be specially created in all platinum, palladium or gold as well. For all manufacturing options and pricing, please find a Texas jewelry retailer.

Feel free to download the free PDF platinum-palladium wedding band brochure to present to your local Texas jewelry store. You can also view this wedding band from another angle, and read a feature from WeddingRings-WeddingBands.com.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-173-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-173-AS has the classic hook and eye theme accented with double wire wraps. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-167-AS.

 

Show your love with a love knot bracelet! The Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-167-AS features an adorable knot clasp. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-137-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-137-AS features a double ball hook and eye clasp accented with wrapped wire. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-131-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-131-AS is a conservative-looking cuff bracelet with wrapped wire accents. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-125-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-125-AS features a large oval design variation of the classic hook and eye theme. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-122-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-122-AS features a double heart variation of the famous hook and eye theme. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-117-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-117-AS features the classic hook and eye theme. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-112-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-112-AS has a classic-looking interlocking hook and eye theme. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-104-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-104-AS has a classic hook-and-eye design. Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for.  To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.

Handmade bracelet made in affordable Argentium Sterling Silver - BR-103-AS.

Argentium Sterling Silver bracelet BR-103-AS is plain wire bracelet that is great for someone looking for an item is just a step above plain (or ordinary). Argentium Sterling Silver should not tarnish very easily, is affordable and easy to care for. To learn why Argentium Sterling Silver can be a great choice for bracelets or jewelry for every day wear, please visit www.novelldesignstudio.argentium.php.

Find a retailer in Texas that can help you purchase jewelry made with Argentium Sterling Silver. This handmade bracelet is made in America, and makes a great gift for bridesmaids or just about any special occasion.