Jewelry, Monogram, Embroidery & Gifts
HandPicked: Affordable Jewelry. Specializing in Monogrammed Jewelry and Gifts. First inspired by the culture of Mexico, we now work with small artisan groups around the world to design one-of-a-kind original accessories. Our collections are both classic and trendy, and include everything from sterling silver earrings to colorful jade necklaces. And with our Monogram Boutique, you can personalize an elegant cuff bracelet with your initials or a brushed silver ring with his.
9 Pin-Worthy Jewelry Storage Ideas
Keep your jewelry organized, accessible and tangle-free with these stylish, creative solutions.
How to Layer Jewelry, the Hollywood Way
Tips on how to stack necklaces, rings and bracelets
How to wear jewelry at the beach
Whether it's giant earrings, a multi-strand necklace or stacked bangles, jewelry can transform the simplest swimsuit into a surprisingly chic beach look.
Jewelry: How to Show Off Bling
Whether fancy or costume, nothing can add oomph to your wardrobe like jewelry.
5 Style Secrets I Learned from a Jewelry Expert
Designer Pamela Love talks modern way to buy jewelry, keep jewelry, and more.
4 Tips For Wearing Jewelry To Work
What Type of Jewelry Is Most Popular in Your Part of the Country?
We talk a lot about national (and international) trends, but what about the more minute, localized ones? Different zip codes in the U.S. adopt their own...
4 things to do to protect your jewelry
While there is no way to insure the sentimental value of an engagement ring or a family heirloom piece, having the right amount of insurance will provide financial protection.
What is a Solitaire Setting?
A diamond solitaire refers to any piece of jewelry with a single diamond. Diamond solitaires can be a ring, necklace, earring or even men’s jewelry. They have come to mark some of the most significant occasions in one’s life, like sweet-sixteen, anniversaries, and the most notable, an engagement proposal. A diamond engagement ring is a known …
20 'worthy' jewelry gift ideas from artisans around the world
As we approach this holiday season, you may be on the look-out for some great gifts for the loved ones in your life. To help you with your search, we've handpicked a list of "worthy" jewelry gift ideas. What makes them worthy? First, they are from our very own Upworthy Market, a place to shop for gr...
How to Work With Ribbon for Embroidery
Ribbon embroidery is one of the most stunning embroidery techniques in that it results in elegant, luxurious, three-dimensional designs that easily finish off an heirloom item. It takes some practice, patience, and good embroidering...
500E Embroidery Edit Tutorial
I’ve had a few embroidery enthusiasts ask for instructions on how to use Embroidery Editor, the program that comes with the Janome 50...
How to turn your picture to an Embroidery
Learn how to take a picture and make it into the embroidery pattern. This embroidery tutorial will show you how to scan, trace, transfer and stitch.
4 Tips for Embroidery Beginners
Embroidery is a wonderful creative outlet that lets you bring a vision to life, one stitch at a time. Whether you choose to use an embroidery machine or do it by hand, th...
Top 3 Fall Jewelry Trends
If you love jewelry like we do, you are always on the lookout for the latest jewelry trends and hottest designers. Look no further than Allen’s Jewelers!
Business Beat: Knowles Jewelry changes ownership
How to Get the Look of Embroidery without Sewing
Get the look of embroidery without sewing. Use your heat press and SimStitch numbers or custom names.
Ten Tips for Buying Jewelry
Looking to purchase jewelry this year? GIA provides you 10 tips to help when buying jewelry.
What is Estate Jewelry?
Estate jewelry is a term applied to antique and period jewelry from a particular design era that has been previously used or owned by another individual.
Custom & Personalized Jewelry Creation Guide
Design your own jewelry in 3 easy steps. Select your style, select your favorite and create your own bracelet, necklace, earrings, rings and more.
