IBERJOYA DIAMOND EXPERTS SHARE 5 TIPS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING AN ENGAGEMENT RING

 

 

IberJoya Diamonds, a family-owned diamond and fine jewelry business established in 1949, is sharing five expert tips to help customers choose an engagement ring with confidence. Originally established in Spain, they have spent decades helping customers celebrate life’s most meaningful moments with natural diamonds, fine gemstones, custom jewelry, and expert craftsmanship. With four generations of experience and a Boca Raton showroom, IberJoya combines hand-selected natural diamonds, custom design expertise, and personalized service to help clients find a ring that reflects both their love story and their lifestyle.

Naturally, IberJoya has become a hotspot for engagement ring shopping. Iberjoya’s jewelers offer expert guidance for selecting a meaningful diamond ring. “An engagement ring is one of the most personal purchases someone will ever make,” said Angel Manrique, Co-Owner. “The best choice balances beauty, quality, practicality, and meaning.”

Jewelers at IberJoya advise potential buyers to learn “the 4 Cs”, referring to the cut, color, clarity, and carat of a diamond. Cut affects how much a diamond sparkles; color measures how colorless the stone appears; clarity reflects natural characteristics within the diamond; and carat refers to weight. IberJoya encourages buyers to focus on overall quality and beauty, not size alone.

Iberjoya also recommends customers consider a Natural Diamond. Natural diamonds are prized for their exceptional durability, making them ideal for a piece of jewelry meant to be worn on the hand every day. Whether colorless or naturally occurring in rare hues such as yellow, pink, blue, or green, natural diamonds offer lasting beauty.

The Boca Raton-based jewelers recommend choosing a design that will last generations. An engagement ring can become part of your family's story. Whether you're starting a new tradition or redesigning a cherished heirloom, existing diamonds and settings can be transformed into a custom design that preserves their history while celebrating a new chapter.

They also suggest considering a loved one’s lifestyle and personal taste. Someone who is active may prefer a secure, lower-profile setting, while others may gravitate toward modern designs, classic silhouettes, or a particular metal such as rose gold, white gold, or yellow gold.

Finally, they suggest setting a realistic budget. A realistic budget helps narrow the selection and makes the buying process more comfortable. With expert guidance, customers can prioritize the qualities that matter most and find a ring that feels both beautiful and financially sensible.

As a family-owned business, IberJoya remains dedicated to excellence through hand-selected diamonds, masterful custom designs, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to personalized service for every client. With a rich family tradition inspired by decades of legacy, IberJoya Diamonds brings personalized service and modern artistry to the heart of Boca Raton. Customers can expect a warm, welcoming environment where every piece tells a story and every experience is tailored to the individual.

 

Unclaimed Mail - Robo Dog & Mystery Cow

 Today my mom Maryann opened the last three boxes from my pallet of unclaimed mail, and she went out with a bang. At this point she has fully entered her main‑character era.

She started off strong with a robot dog. Then she pulled out what we thought were Skittles, only to discover the whole box stuffed with fashion necklaces which we didn't learn under after filming.

But the real star of the show was the cow statue. We were admiring it, trying to figure out if it was décor, a planter, or maybe just a paperweight. It wasn’t until later that we learned it was actually a liquor dispenser.

Between the robot dog, the surprise jewelry haul, and the cow that secretly moonlights as a bartender, this was peak return‑mail fun. If you want to relive more of her greatest hits, you can check out Maryann’s unclaimed‑mail moments or compare her to Fernando’s legendary reactions.

Holiday Gift Guide - Heart Photo Locket from PicturesOnGold

PictureOnGold is one of my favorites companies because they create beautiful custom lockets and jewelry. The idea of a photo locket has been around for quite a while, but PicturesOnGold has taken this concept into the 21st century. They actually take your favorite photos and using advanced laser technology, engrave the pictures onto gold lockets and sterling silver lockets.

The finished product is really amazing. Its like having a little miniature photo that will never fade or tear and that you can carry around everywhere. PicturesOnGold.com can use just about any photo to create their customized pieces.  You can see everything from the color of their eyes to the pattern of her clothes. It's amazing that they can get so much detail onto such a small area.  

With Christmas coming up in a few weeks,  one of these gorgeous necklaces would be the perfect gift for anyone in the family. The Heart Photo Locket can use any photo to create their customized necklace, and they come out perfectly every time. But you can see every detail from the color of the eyes to the pattern of the clothes. It's amazing that they can get so much detail onto such a small pendant. 

In addition to the Heart Photo Lockets, PicturesOnGold also offers posh mommy necklaces, religious jewelry, stylish medical ID jewelry, graduation jewelry, and so much more. To learn more about this company and all the fantastic accessories they offer, be sure to visit their website. You can also follow them on face book, Pinterest, Instagram or twitter. Shipping is quick, especially considering the items are each made to order, and prices are more than reasonable. The lockets even come in a beautiful box suitable for gift giving. If you're looking for a unique gift this Mother's Day, one of the engraved lockets from PicturesOnGold would be the perfect choice

Wyland Jewels Made with Recycled Metal to Benefit Water Conservation and Healthy Oceans

Wyland Foundation celebrates its 26th anniversary this year. The jewelry is part of the Wyland Foundation’s Gifts that Give line that is ever evolving. To commemorate the occasion, the group has created a line of beautiful aquatic themed pendants in gold, platinum, and silver. Free of lead and nickel, made with recycled metal and natural stones. Hand-crafted in SoCal:  https://wylandfoundation.org/product-category/jewelry/. Just in time for the holidays. 

All proceeds directly support the  Wyland Foundation  's annual education campaigns for clean water and healthy oceans. The goal is  it to bring attention to water quality, availability, and the importance of safe, reliable water distribution systems which have become issues of national interest in recent years. Thousands participate every year and participants have pledged to save billions of gallons of water in addition to practicing greener lifestyles. 

Robert Wyland, world renowned muralist and founder of the the Wyland Foundation, recently restored his historical whale mural on the Cleveland Public Power building on Interstate 90. The 30,000 square foot mural, entitled “Song of Whales,” is part of one of the world’s largest arts-in-public places projects, with 100 murals created in a 30-year span in 17 countries.  This year will mark the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Cuyahoga River Fire in Cleveland, a landmark event that focused the nation’s attention on the health of our lakes, rivers, and waterways. 

For more information, go to wylandfoundation.org.

Metaphysical #Giveaway!

As summer comes to an end I wanted to extend appreciation to everyone who has been a supporter of my Etsy Shop,  Readings by the Light, and to the lovely readers here at, New Age Mama. To enjoy our last few weeks of summer, I'll be giving away a metaphysical package to one lucky winner!

Prizes will include a reading of your choice from my shop, a large crystal healing package of ten intuitively selected crystals and stones, as well as a crystal necklace of your choice from my stock! 

Here's an example of some crystals you might find in your healing package. The way they are selected is by asking to be guided towards the ones you currently need the most in your life. You may find some rough labradorite, polished fluorite, amethyst clusters, rose quartz, black tourmaline, and more! Each is labeled in the package so you'll know what you got! The possibilities are endless!




















I cannot wait to see who the winner is! Once you are selected, I will reach out to you via email to discuss your prizes and to request an address to send your crystals. Good luck, everyone!

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Pictures on Gold Father's Day #Giveaway

If you're looking for a unique Father's Day gift,  PicturesOnGold has the most beautiful and ornate personalized  Father's Day photo jewelry that will make a great gift for any dad. The idea of custom jewelry has been around for quite a while, but PicturesOnGold has taken this concept into the 21st century. They take your favorite photos and using advanced laser technology, engrave the pictures onto gold, stainless steel, and sterling silver jewelry.

With Father's Day coming up in a few weeks, it seemed a stainless steel photo engraved dog tag would be the perfect gift choice for my father since he loves anything with his grand-children's pictures on it. For my review, I was able to create a photo dog tag in sterling silver.  Getting the necklace made was simple and fun. I just emailed them my favorite photo and they engraved the image into the silver. The finished product is really amazing. Its like having a little miniature photo that will never fade or tear and that you can carry around everywhere. I was even able to have  the kids' names and the date engraved on the back. Don't worry about the piece looking too feminine. This personalized men's jewelry is as masculine as can be.

 PicturesOnGold can use just about any photo to create their customized pieces. The photo I chose for our dog tag has two of my children in the photo, and I worried after I sent it in, that it might be hard to get all the details on such a tiny surface. But you can see everything from the color of their eyes to the pattern of their clothes. It's amazing that they can get so much detail onto such a small area. This is definitely a gift that my father is going to treasure forever. The dog tag even arrived in a beautiful velvet lined box suitable for gift giving.

In addition to the lockets, PicturesOnGold also offers posh mommy necklaces, watches, religious jewelry, stylish medical ID jewelry, engraved cuff links,graduation jewelry and so much more.  To learn more about this company and all the fantastic accessories they offer, be sure to visit their website. You can also follow them on face book or twitter.   Shipping is quick, especially considering the items are each made to order, and prices are more than reasonable.  If you are looking for a unique gift this Father's Day, one of the engraved custom dog tags from PicturesOnGold would be the perfect choice

The Giveaway 

One lucky winner is going to receive Stainless Steel Father’s Day Photo Dog Tag . To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will end on 6/17/18. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to PicturesOnGold for offering this fantastic prize.

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Get HOT Deals on Stunning Jewelry from JewelOnFire - #Discount Code

If you love genuine diamond and gemstone jewelry, but aren't a fan of the high prices of most online retailers, you're going to love JewelOnFire.   With JewelOnFire, you are able to cut out the middle man. You can buy directly from jewelry craftsmen and manufacturers from the comfort of home, and save up to 90% off retail pricing. Whether you're looking for rings, bracelets, or necklaces, you can find exactly what you're looking for at a fraction of the price of other stores.   Take a peek at these pieces, which are both stunning and affordable.

Show off your patriotic side with this gorgeous American Flag dog tag made from diamonds and sterling silver. It would make a great gift for military personnel. I'm thinking about getting one for my son after his marine training. At only $59.99, I could get one for everyone in his platoon!

Thinking about popping the question? JewelOnFire has a large selection of engagement rings that won't cost three months salary. She'll have to say yes when she sees you have great taste and are money savvy. 

Amethyst is my favorite stone because it reduces insomnia and helps to balance your crown chakra. This stunning bracelet is a great way to take advantage of the metaphysical properties of amethyst and still make a fashion statement.  You can grab this bracelet for only $119.99.

If you want something sophisticated, consider this unique whiskey stone pendant with black and white diamond accents. It will add a touch of flare to any ensemble. Even more impressive is that this piece is only $28.99.

These are only a few examples of the fashionable jewelry you can find at JewelOnFire. They have thousands of pieces to choose from, and the inventory is always changing. Whether you're celebrating a special event or just want to treat yourself to something shiny, JewelOnFire has the most beautiful jewelry at the best possible prices. 

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PicturesOnGold Valentine's Day #Giveaway #DiscountCode

By now, everyone knows how much I love personalized items. If you want to give a gift that is really unique, they are the perfect choice.  I am always looking for new ways to grow my collection, and at PicturesOnGold.com, I found the most beautiful and ornate personalized  photo jewelry and key-chains I have seen to date. The idea of a photo locket has been around for quite a while, but PicturesOnGold has taken this concept into the 21st century. They actually take your favorite photos, and using advanced laser technology, engrave the pictures on to gold and sterling silver lockets and charms.

With Valentine's Day coming up in a few weeks, one of these gorgeous items would be the perfect gift choice for any special woman in your life.  I was able to create a Sterling Silver Women's Adjustable Round Photo Engraved Bracelet. Since we recently lost our dog, my daughter wanted to get a bracelet with her picture as a special reminder of our pet.  Getting the charm made was simple and fun. I just emailed them a few of my favorite photos and they engraved them into the silver. The finished product is really amazing. It's like having a little miniature photo that will never fade or tear. PicturesOnGold.com can use just about any photo to create their customized pieces.  You can see everything from the color of her eyes to the pattern of her fur. It's amazing that they can get so much detail onto such a small area.  

On the back of the bracelet we were able able to have our dog's name engraved. You can see even in the photo that it clearly reads "AMBER" in big bold letters. In addition to the beautiful engraving, I also really like the clasp of this bracelet. It's actually a slider clasp, which means  you can make it larger or smaller without having to unhook it. I was happy to see that I could adjust it to a small enough size to fit my daughter's wrist. It's durable and well-made. This is a keepsake that we will treasure forever.

 In addition to the bracelets, PicturesOnGold.com also offers posh mommy necklaces, religious jewelry, stylish medical ID jewelry, graduations jewelry, and so much more.  To learn more about this company and all the fantastic accessories they offer, be sure to visit their website. You can also follow them on Face Book, Pinterest, Instagram or Twitter.  Shipping is quick, especially considering the items are each made to order, and prices are more than reasonable. The jewelry even comes in a beautiful box suitable for gift giving. If you're looking for a unique gift idea this Valentine's Day, one of the engraved bracelets from PicturesOnGold would be the perfect choice

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The Giveaway 

One lucky winner is going to receive a Sterling Silver Women's Adjustable Round Photo Engraved Bracelet. Please note it will not be shipped until after Valentine's Day.  To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will end on 2/14/18. Open to the US only. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to the sponsor for offering this fantastic prize.

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#Holiday Gift Guide - PicturesOnGold.com SS 2 Photo Locket Review, #Giveaway & #Discount Code

 PictureOnGold is one of my favorites companies because they create beautiful custom lockets and jewelry. The idea of a photo locket has been around for quite a while, but PicturesOnGold has taken this concept into the 21st century. They actually take your favorite photos and using advanced laser technology, engrave the pictures onto gold lockets and sterling silver lockets.

With Christmas coming up in a few weeks, it seemed like one of these gorgeous necklaces would be the perfect gift  for my children to give to their grandmother. Their father passed away a few years ago, and I know the holidays are hard for his mother. For my review, I was able to create a two photo locket in sterling silver.  Getting the locket made was simple.  I was able to choose an engraving for the front and back. We had his date of birth and death engraved on the front.  Inside we had two of her favorite photos of her son engraved right into the necklace. The finished product is really amazing. It's like having a little miniature photo that will never fade or tear and that you can carry around everywhere. I am not always the most computer literate person, but I had no trouble sizing the picture. The whole system is very user friendly.  

Design Your Own Locket  necklaces can use just about any photo to create their customized lockets, and they come out perfectly. But you can see everything from the color of his eyes to the pattern of his clothes. It's amazing that they can get so much detail onto such a small area. This is definitely a gift that my mother-in-law is going to treasure forever. 

In addition to the lockets, PicturesOnGold also offers posh mommy necklaces, religious jewelry, stylish medical ID jewelry, graduation jewelry, and so much more.  To learn more about this company and all the fantastic accessories they offer, be sure to visit their website.   You can also follow them on face book, pinterest, instagram or twitter.  Shipping is quick, especially considering the items are each made to order, and prices are more than reasonable. The lockets even come in a beautiful box suitable for gift giving. If you're looking for a unique gift this Mother's Day, one of the engraved lockets from PicturesOnGold would be the perfect choice.

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The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a silver photo heart locket of their own.  To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will end on 12/4/17.  Open to the US only. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to the sponsor for offering this fantastic prize.

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Holiday Gift Guide - Essential Oil Necklaces from The Whimsical Pixie -#Giveaway

The Whimsical Pixie has merged two of my favorite things with their stunning jewelry--essential oils and trendy necklaces. The combination of these two forces is more than just a fashion statement. It's a healing force that can relieve stress, increase confidence, and just make your day seem a little bit brighter. This is especially true of Whimsical Pixie's Tranquility oil which they paired with a lovely raindrop diffuser pendant. This design has a relaxing feel to it, and it complements the oil perfectly.

Adding the oils to the jewelry is really easy. Your package will include a few small lava stones. These slide inside each necklace. It opens up like a locket. You only need to put a drop of oil on the stone. It soaks up the oils nicely, and the scent lasts for at least a few days. If you want to use a different scent next time, you can change the stone (an extra three are included). Now, whenever I feel myself getting stressed, my necklace releases a constant flow of essential oils, and I instantly feel calmer, and more relaxed. 

The scent of the tranquility oil is light and refreshing, but not overpowering. I definitely detect hints of lavender and some other stress relieving oils. Since it's secure inside the necklace, it won't leave your skin feeling oily or slippery. The proportion sizes are very generous for the price, and it will last for a least a few months. 

In addition to the lovely designs,  each of the necklaces are all very-well made. The stainless steel won't tarnish, and the lockets are easy to open, but stays securely closed. They come with a silver snake chain. If you're looking for fashionable jewelry that serves a purpose, these beautiful essential oil diffuser necklaces are the perfect way to accentuate your wardrobe. They would make an excellent gift this holiday season. This wonderful jewelry is only one example of the beautiful items available a The Whimsical Pixie. Here are a few more items I love.

To see all The Whimsical Pixie has to offer, or to request a custom order, be sure to visit their Etsy shop or follow them on face book.

The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a pendant and oil of their own. To enter, just fill in the Giveaway Tools form below. This giveaway will end on 11/30/17. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Open to the US only  Thanks again to The Whimsical Pixie for offering this fantastic prize. 

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