Valentines Day Gift

December Birthstone Valentines Gift! Tanzanite / Blue Topaz

2010-03-12T11:57:00.000-08:00

December Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
December Birthstone - Tanzanite / Blue Topaz
December's Birthstone: Tanzanite or Blue Topaz.
Tanzanite - It's blue-lavender color is rather unique. Nearly all tanzanite has been heat treated to generate the beautiful violet-blue color.
Blue Topaz - This beautiful blue gemstone is also the traditional gemstone for a couple’s fourth wedding anniversary. The natural blue topaz is quite rare. Typically clear topaz gems are treated with radiation and then heated to get that gorgeous blue color.

FOR HIM:
Tanzanite:
14K White Gold Genuine Oval Tanzanite Men's Men's Ring!
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Oval Tanzanite and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!

Blue Topaz:
10k Gold Satin Stripe Men's Comfort Fit Stone Ring, w/ 0.06 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamonds & 1.75 Carats Oval Cut (9x7mm) Blue Topaz Stone, 7/16" (11mm) wide!
14K White Gold Genuine Round Blue Topaz and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!

FOR HER:
Tanzanite:
1.07 cttw 14k White Gold Genuine Tanzanite and Diamond Pendant in 14k White Gold!
14K White Gold Genuine Heart Tanzanite Stud Earrings!

Blue Topaz:
14k White Gold Swiss Blue Topaz Teardrop Earrings!
2.02 cttw 14K White Gold Genuine Blue Topaz and Diamond Heart Pendant in 14k White Gold!

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November Birthstone Valentines Gift! Citrine

2010-02-19T01:42:00.000-08:00

November Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
November Birthstone - Citrine / Topaz
November's Birthstone: Citrine or Yellow Topaz. The traditional november birthstone is Citrine, but the mystical tradition uses the Topaz. Some traditions use the Diamond.
Citrine is a quartz crystal, or cluster of quartz crystals, that is orange to yellow in color. Although often cut as a gemstone, citrine is actually somewhat rare in nature.. Usually citine, in its natural form, is actually a paler yellow. Heating darkens the color and give it the more desireable orange/yellow color. For this reason citrine jewelry should be kep away from prolonged expusure to light or heat.

FOR HIM:
14K White Gold Genuine Oval Citrine and Diamond Men's Ring!
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Emerald-cut Citrine Men's Ring!

FOR HER:
FOJO's Diamonds in Silver Genuine Citrine Cushion Cut Ring (.10 ct. tw.)!
Sterling Silver slide pendant w/ round bezel set Genuine Citrine stone!

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October Birthstone Valentines Gift! Opal

2010-02-18T09:22:00.001-08:00

October Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
October Birthstone - Opal
The October Birthstone is the Opal. While opal is generally white or colorless, it may also be pale yellow, pale red, gray or black when impurities are common. Diffraction can cause flashes of any color of the rainbow (opalescence).

FOR HIM:
14K White Gold Genuine Oval Opal Men's Men's Ring!
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Emerald-cut Opal and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!

FOR HER:
1.00 cttw Genuine Oval Opal Earrings - 14kt White Gold LIFETIME WARRANTY!
1.50 cttw Genuine Opal Heart Shaped Pendants - 14kt White Gold LIFETIME WARRANTY!

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September Birthstone Valentines Gift! Sapphire

2010-02-08T08:08:00.000-08:00

September Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
September Birthstone - Sapphire
The September birthstone, Sapphires are well known among the general public as being blue, but can be nearly any color except shades of red or pink. Sapphire is also the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Taurus the Bull, also given for anniversaries of the 5th, 23rd, and 45th years of marriage. For the 65th anniversary a star sapphire is given.
Sapphires are extremely durable (only diamond and moisannite are harder).
Husbands and wives in ancient times frequently exchanged gifts of sapphires. Although the fact that sapphires represent sincerity and faithfulness was undoubtedly the primary reason it was a popular marriage gift, another motive may have been at work: it was believed that a sapphire would not shine if worn by someone who was wicked or impure. Sapphires were considered to be so powerful they continued to protect the original owner even after being sold. It's the guardians of love. When exchanged with a loved one, Sapphires enhance feelings for one another and attunes the two psyches. Sapphires have the power to banish envy and jealousy, and are said to promote chastity in virgins and fidelity in marriage.

FOR HIM:
Men's Created Sapphire and Diamond Ring!
Star Sapphire Men's Ring with Diamonds in 10K Yellow Gold!

FOR HER:
2.02 cttw Created Sapphire and Genuine Diamond Heart Pendant in 14k White Gold!
3.00 cttw 14K White Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver Heart Created Sapphire Earring Studs!

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August Birthstone Valentines Gift! Peridot

2010-02-07T05:25:00.000-08:00

August Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
August Birthstone - Peridot
Peridot is the birthstone for August and the Zodiac stone for the constellation Libra (astrological sources refer to peridot as Chrysolite). In addition to this honor the Peridot is also given as the 16th anniversary gem.
A beautiful green to yellow-green in color, the peridot is often mistake for an emerald. In fact, legend has it that Queen Cleopatra preferred Peridot over other gems and that some of her "Emeralds" may have been Peridot. Emeralds, though, don't have the yellow tint and tend to be a darker green.
Legend has it that most gemstones have some sort of magical power (and crystal healers use these powers) associated with them. Because of this people will work peridot and the other birthstones into birthstone charms, pendants, rings, and all sorts of other jewelry. What better way to get the full benefits of your birthstone than by wearing it?

FOR HIM:
10k White Gold Satin Design Men's Ring, w/ Brilliant Cut Diamonds & Oval Cut (8x6mm) Peridot Stone, 3/8" (9.5mm) wide!
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FOR HER:
SPARKLING 1.45 CARAT GENUINE PERIDOT & DIAMOND 14K GOLD RING!
10k Choice of White or Yellow Gold, August Birthstone, Peridot and Diamond Heart Pendant!

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July Birthstone Valentines Gift! Ruby

2010-02-05T10:17:00.000-08:00

July Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
July Birthstone - Ruby
Ruby is the July birthstone, and the Capricorn Zodiac stone.
The Ruby's rich red color speaks of eternal love and passion and fire.
A dark or deep red to deep purplish red, translucent variety of the mineral corundum, highly valued as a precious stone.

FOR HIM:
14K White Gold Men's Ring, w/ 0.64 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamonds & 2.47 Carats Invisible Set Ruby Stones, 7/16" (12mm) wide!
14K Yellow Gold Round Created Ruby and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!

FOR HER:
LOVELY DIAMOND AND RUBY 14K WHITE GOLD HEART PENDANT!
14k White Gold Diamond and Ruby Stud Earrings 1.46 ct (G-H Color, SI2 Clarity)!

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June Birthstone Valentines Gift! Pearl!

2010-02-01T08:59:00.000-08:00

June Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
June Birthstone - Pearl
The Modern June Birthstone is Pearl (which is also the 1st, 3rd, 12th, and 30th wedding anniversaries stone).
formed when a tiny grain of sand or mineral lodges in the body of certan mollusks, oysters which responds to that irritating grain by secreting nacre. Over time that grain is coated with the nacre and a pearl is created. Since the pearl itself isn't part of the oyster, it continues to add to the growing pearl so it increases in size.
An ideal pearl is spherical, but other shapes are common. A pearl may even become cemented against the inner wall of the shell, and eventually become a blister pearl.
Orginally pearls were found by luck. Divers would open many oysters for every decent pearl found. These days most pearls are of the cultured variety. Cultured simply means that people insert the grain into the oyster. The grain is of a size and type more likely to produce the desired pearl. The oysters are then harvested after a couple of years and the pearls extracted.
Sterling Silver 5 Pair Multi Color Freshwater Pearl White, Peacock, Pink, Grey, Chocolate Stud Earring Set:

The Traditional birthstone is Alexandrite. Its color varies from red to green depending upon the light source. It is an alternate (modern) Zodiac stone for the constellation of Gemini. Synthetic corundums spiked with trace elements that yield an alexandrite-like color change are sold as alexandrite on the gemstone market. These stones have a red-violet, near-amethyst color in incandescent light and a blue-violet color in daylight. They are far cheaper than natural alexandrites, which are some of the rarest and most expensive of gemstones.
14K Natural Alexandrite Earrings:

The Mystical birthstone is Moonstone.
Moonstone is usually off-white or gray or pale shades of green, yellow or brown, shows a particular shimmer called adularescence, but lacking in color. The display is produced from lamellar intergrowths inside the crystal. These intergrowths result from compatible chemistries at high temperatures becoming incompatible at lower temperatures and thus a separating and layering of these two phases. The resulting shimmer effect is caused by a ray of light entering a layer and being refracted back and forth by deeper layers before it exits the crystal. This refracted ray has a different character than when it went in and produces the moonlike glow. Moonstones are only a 6 on the hardness scale, which means they can be easily scratched.
In India it is said to bring good fortune and is regarded as a sacred stone. Legend also has it that the moonstone arouses tender passion and so is perfect for lovers. In asian philosophy the Moonstone balances the yin and the yang forces.
Sterling Silver Celtic Knot and Genuine Rainbow Moonstone Ring!

Looks like we have lots of choices for those born in the month of June!

FOR HIM:
Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl and Black Onyx Cufflinks for Men - $69.99!

14K Yellow Gold Emerald-cut Created Alexandrite Men's Men's Ring - $569.00

FOR HER:
Moonstone heart necklace, 'Love's Mystery':

CandyGem 10k Gold Lab Created Oval Alexandrite and Diamond Earrings:

Sterling Silver Mother-of-Pearl Heart Locket, 18":
PearlsOnly Heart Black 9-10mm AA Freshwater Sterling Silver Pearl Pendant:

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May Birthstone Valentines Gift! (Emerald)

2010-01-20T07:00:00.000-08:00

May Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
May Birthstone - Emerald
Emerald is both the May birthstone, also the anniversary gemstone for the 20th and 35th years of marriage and the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Cancer. The mineral Beryl green Emerald symbolizes wisdom, growth, patience, serenity, peace of mind and a symbolic of love and fidelity.
FOR HIM:
14K Yellow Gold Oval Created Emerald and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!
14K White Gold Genuine Oval Emerald and Diamond Men's Men's Ring!

FOR HER:
1.94 cttw Heart Shape Created Emerald and Genuine Diamonds Earring Studs - 14kt White Gold!
1.81 cttw Created Emerald and Genuine Diamond Heart Pendant - 14kt White Gold!

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April Birthstone Valentines Gift! (Diamond)

2010-01-17T06:47:00.000-08:00

April Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
April Birthstone - Diamond
Arguably the most beautiful gemstones on the planet, diamonds are also harder than any other substance on earth and found today in Australia, Botswana, Russia and South Africa.
Diamond is the April Birthstone, and an alternate Zodiac stone for the Constellation of Aries, is it also the anniversary gem for the 10th and 60th years of marriage.

Diamonds may be nearly any color in the rainbow plus browns, grays, and white. Shades of yellow are most common, followed by colorless. Blue, black, reddish, and greenish are more valuable.
I Love You: Woman wears her diamond on the third finger of her left hand because early Egyptians believed the vena amoris (vein of love) ran directly from the heart to the top of the third finger, left hand. A gift of a Diamond is symbolic of everlasting love. There is no more convincing a promise of an enduring relationship than the brilliant gemstone that has endured in people's hearts throughout the history.
But I know it's costly so here's some alternative April Birthstones: Opal, Cubic Zirconia.
FOR HIM:
14k White Gold Rectangular Men's Diamond Ring, w/ 0.55 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 1/2" (13mm) wide

FOR HER:
14k Choice of White or Yellow Gold Diamond Journey Half-Heart Pendant (1/2 cttw, H-I Color, I1-I2 Clarity)

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March Birthstone Valentines Gift! (Aquamarine)

2010-01-17T06:07:00.000-08:00

March Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
March Birthstone - Aquamarine
The aquamarine is the blue, or perhaps more correctly, blue-green or aqua variety of the mineral beryl. Aquamarine is the birthstone for March, and it is commonly recognized as the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Scorpio. It is also the accepted anniversary gem for the 19th year of marriage.
Many believe that aquamarine helps dependence on drugs, is an aid in digestion, and can be used as remedy for swollen glands and to maintain the health of the jaws and teeth. It is believed to release anger and negativity replacing them with mental peace and clarity, providing emotional and mental balance. It has been used as an aid in meditation and to assist in self-expression.

A Gift of Love: Dream of aquamarine signifies the making of new friends.
Wear aquamarine brings love and affection.
Give aquamarine is to offer the gift of knowledge, foresight and individual inspiration.
Symbol of youth, fidelity, hope and health. it is said to aid seafarers so it is a wonderful gift for sailors, fishermen, and everyone who spends time at sea.
Aquamarine symbolizes safety and security, especially within long standing relationships.
FOR HIM:
14K White Gold Genuine Oval Aquamarine and Diamond Men's Men's Ring
14K Yellow Gold Genuine Oval Aquamarine and Diamond Men's Men's Ring

FOR HER:
2.00 cttw Genuine Aquamarine Heart Pendant - 14kt White Gold LIFETIME WARRANTY.
1.89 cttw Genuine Heart Shape Aquamarine and Diamond Earring Studs - 14kt White Gold.

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February Birthstone Valentines Gift! (Amethyst)

2010-01-16T13:35:00.000-08:00

February Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.

February Birthstone - Amethyst
Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February, the traditional anniversary gemstone for the sixth of marriage and the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Pisces. Once considered more valuable than diamonds, it occurs naturally as crystals within rocks. The stones are mined in Brazil, Uruguay, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Zambia, Australia and in the mountains of Russia. American amethysts are mined in Maine, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Montana and Colorado. Amethyst from Maine is usually dark with North Carolina amethyst having a bluish tint unique to that area.
The name "amethyst" comes from Greek and means "not drunken." Due to a belief that amethyst would ward off the effects of alcohol, but most likely the Greeks were referring to the almost wine-like color of some stones that they may have encountered. Although it must always be purple to be amethyst, it can and does have a wide range of purple shades.
FOR HIM:
10k Gold Satin Stripe Men's Comfort Fit Stone Ring, w/ 0.06 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamonds & 1.75 Carats Oval Cut (9x7mm) Amethyst Stone, 7/16" (11mm) wide

FOR HER:
Passion Forever: Sterling Silver 1.00 carats Round Shape Checkerboard Cut Amethyst Heart Pendant with 18 inch Silver Necklace &
Sterling Silver 1.75 carats total weight Heart Shape Amethyst Pendant Earrings and 18 inch Necklace Set

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January Birthstone Valentines Gift! (Garnet)

2010-01-16T12:25:00.000-08:00

January Birthstone Valentines Gift!
This is such a wonderful idea of giving birthstone Valentine's day gifts for that someone special!
I will try to list as correctly as possible each bithstones for each month.
January Birthstone - Garnet
Garnet as the birthstone for the month of January, also the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Aquarius.
Archaeologists found primitive garnet jewelry which dates the use of this popular gemstone to the Bronze age. Today they are mined in countries like Brazil, India, Madagascar, India, Siberia, Africa, Sri Lanka, and the United States.
Garnets are extremely diverse and comes in a wide variety of colors to suit every taste. Although you may think of garnet as a red gem, the truth is that the garnet family of gemstones comes in a broad spectrum of colors, except blue.
Garnets of muted yellows, vibrant oranges, rosy pinks, lime greens, and violets are all part this gemstone's rainbow of hues. The diversity is due to unique combinations of elements within each particular gem, such as iron, calcium, and manganese.
The healing powers of the Garnet:
Facilitates night vision, ensures success, and provides guidance, protection, purification, and warmth. The ancient Egyptions beleives that garnets could purify the body of various types of toxins. Different colors of garnets will have slightly different properties.

FOR HIM:
10k Gold Satin Stripe Men's Comfort Fit Stone Ring, w/ Brilliant Cut Diamonds & Fancy Cut Garnet Stone, 1/2" (12mm) wide

FOR HER:
10k Yellow Gold, January Birthstone, Garnet and Diamond Heart Pendant &
Garnet Gemstone Heart Earrings with Diamonds 1.20 Carat (ctw) in 10K White Gold

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Understanding women this Valentine's day

2010-01-11T13:00:00.000-08:00

Understanding women this Valentine's day
Lost in Translation: How Men and Women Can Understand Each Other (Hardcover) ~ Dr. Steve Stephens (Author)

One complaint that many men have is that they just don’t understand what women expect from them on Valentine’s Day. This can make planning for Valentine’s Day a very stressful experience for men. They are worried that the gift they buy will say the wrong thing or that their gift will be misinterpreted by their girlfriend or wife. As a result they often wind up either doing too much or too little on Valentine’s Day and have trouble finding that happy balance where their gift will be appreciated without their partners reading too much into the gift.
The Ultimate Guide for Men and Women to Understand Each Other (Paperback) ~ Alex A. Lluch (Author), Elizabeth Lluch (Author)

The Little Book of What Men Don't Understand About Women (Paperback) ~ Martin Ellis (Author), Amanda Thomas (Author)

The Man Who Understands a Woman's Heart (Paperback) ~ Sue Macheca (Author)

The key to finding this perfect gift is to understand women and how they think of Valentine’s Day.

The most important rule for men to remember is that when women say it is okay for you to not do anything for Valentine’s Day, 99.99% of the time they do not mean this. It is true there are some women who really do not expect anything from their boyfriends or husbands on Valentine’s Day but the vast majority will be extremely disappointed if you allow Valentine’s Day to pass without even a card or a small gift. So unless you are absolutely sure your partner is one of those women who really does not care about Valentine’s Day it is a safe bet to at least get a card and a flower for the special woman in your life. She is likely to be disappointed if you don’t.

Recordable Photo Valentines Day Cards - Red

Now you might be wondering what type of card you should get for the special woman in your life on Valentine’s Day. There are humorous cards available for purchase on Valentine’s Day but again unless you are absolutely sure this is the type of card your partner will like it is a better idea to go with a romantic card. You can find these types of cards expressing a number of different sentiments and are likely to find a card which expresses your feelings about the relationship perfectly. Men may not realize this but women typically put a great deal of time and effort into selecting your card and they may be disappointed if you do not do the same when selecting a card for them.

Hallmark VOV5705 ABC Valentine's Day Music and Recording Card

Men should also be aware that women do not want to be reminded of their diets on Valentine’s Day. Your girlfriend or wife may talk about wanting to lose weight and may be trying to exercise and eat right but this does not mean she wants you to buy her sugar free candy and give her workout equipment for Valentine’s Day. You may think you are doing something great for your girlfriend or wife but trust us on this one, she will think you are calling her fat. If you really want to support your partner in her diet efforts, you can give her a small box of chocolates and a piece of jewelry instead. Conversely, a box of diet cookies and a workout video are not likely to be well received.

Chocolate Gift Tower (Kosher)

Sterling Silver 2.00 Carat TW Garnet and Diamond Accent Heart Bow Pendant - Price: $69.99 - You Save: $130.01 (65%)

Finally, one of the most important things for men to remember is it really is the thought that counts. Women want to feel special on Valentine’s Day. Extravagant gifts may seem like a good idea and may be well received but most women really just want to know that you love them on Valentine’s Day. So whether you give them expensive jewelry or make the effort to cook them dinner they will know how you feel about them.

10K White Gold 1/4 ct. Diamond Earring Jackets

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Valentine's Day Heart Pendants

2010-01-08T11:45:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day Heart Pendants
Found quite a few trendy and elegant heart shape pendants which will make great gifts for this coming Valentine's day!
Sterling Silver Marcasite & Garnet Glass Heart Pendant, 18"
Jewelry Information
Metal stamp: 925-Sterling
Metal: sterling-silver
Material Type: marcasite, sterling-silver
Gem Type: Glass, Marcasite
Height: 35 millimeters
Width: 25 millimeters
Length: 18 inches
Clasp Type: spring-ring-clasps
Package: Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Pouch

10k White Gold Diamond 3-Stone Heart Pendant (1/10 cttw, I-J Color, I2-I3 Clarity), 18"
Jewelry Information
Metal stamp: 10k
Metal: white-gold
Material Type: diamond, white-gold
Gem Type: Diamond
Setting: prong
Height: 16.4 millimeters
Width: 15.18 millimeters
Length: 18 inches
Chain: 5R rope
Clasp Type: spring-ring-clasps
Total metal weight: 1 Grams
Number of stones: 3
Diamond Information
Stone shape: Round
Minimum color: IJ
Minimum Clarity: I3
Cut: good-cut
Minimum Total Carat Weight: 0.1 carats
Packaging Information
Package: Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Box

14k White Gold Double Heart Pendant w/ Diamond Accent
Jewelry Information
Metal stamp: 14k
Metal: white-gold
Material Type: diamond
Gem Type: Diamond
Setting: channel
Height: 6.63 millimeters
Width: 10 millimeters
Length: 18 inches
Chain: Rope
Clasp Type: spring-ring-clasps
Total metal weight: 1.2 Grams
Diamond Information
Stone shape: Round
Minimum Total Carat Weight: 0.014 carats
Packaging Information
Package: Regal Blue Sueded-Cloth Pouch

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Romantic Valentines Day Gifts

2010-01-02T11:50:00.000-08:00

Romantic Valentines Day Gifts

Romantic Valentine’s Day Gifts

Some may argue that Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year. So what better way to celebrate this truly magical day than by giving someone you love a gift that is incredibly romantic?
This may sound like a simple concept but many people involved in a romantic relationship often have a great deal of trouble selecting a romantic gift for their partner on Valentine’s Day. If you want to surprise your loved one with a really romantic gift this Valentine’s Day but simply just do not know how to do this we will provide some useful information in this article.

One thing to remember when searching for a romantic gift is that a truly romantic gift does not have to be complicated.
A simple candlelight dinner can be one of the most romantic gifts you can give someone on Valentine’s Day. You can either plan on making dinner yourself or ordering dinner in from a favorite restaurant. This is because what you are eating is not nearly as important as the mood you set. Whether you have pizza or filet mignon your dinner can be romantic if you set the table with elegant place settings, light a few candles and play some soft music in the background. All of these small touches will help to the evening truly romantic and you and your partner are bound to have a great Valentine’s Day.

An over the top gift such as a hot air balloon ride can be a very romantic Valentine’s Day gift. This type of gift is not only very original but it is also very romantic. You and your partner will not likely be alone in the hot air balloon because you will need a staff member present to help guide the balloon and help ensure a smooth flight but once you are up in the air you and your partner will be in awe of the breathtaking sights. A hot air balloon ride is something most people will never do in their lifetime but setting up a ride for you and your partner on Valentine’s Day will be a very memorable and romantic gift.
Another great idea especially if you intend to propose this Valentine's Day is to start finding out what type of ring your partner likes, it sounds more difficult than it is, just simply go window shopping together and discuss about the designs of rings you see in the windows or simply sit infront of the computer together and do some online browsing of different designs of rings and ofcause other items as you want to keep it a surprise!

Another great idea for a romantic gift on Valentine’s Day is a gift certificate for massage lessons. You and your partner can make an appointment to take a lesson or two on how to give massages. You will likely learn a few great techniques. Most people think of giving a gift certificate for a massage for Valentine’s Day but don’t consider giving a gift certificate for massage lessons. However, the lessons can be a far more romantic gift because you can attend the lessons together and practice on each other when you get home. Or a very good alternative would be to get a book on massage lessons and make sure you learn it and give the book to your partner at the same time giving him or her a massage that you have already learned by reading it first. Here's some suggestions: Massage Therapy Cards: Learn How to Give a Full Body Treatment (Cards)

Learn Massage In A Weekend
New Sensual Massage, The Learn to Give Pleasure with Your Hands
How To Learn the Best Massage Techniques (Paperback)
Simple Massage: 50 Easy-to-learn Home Spa Techniques (Cards)
One final romantic gift idea for a great Valentine’s Day gift is a picnic in the park. This is such a simple idea but it can also be very romantic. You can plan on packing a full meal to enjoy on your picnic or you can plan on brining along some wine and cheese instead. However, you should try to select a really beautiful location which is also likely to be fairly desolate at the time of your picnic. This will allow you and your date to focus on each other and not have to worry about being distracted. Restaurants can be extremely crowded on Valentine’s Day and really having a romantic moment with your partner in this situation can be difficulty. However, a quite picnic provides a great opportunity for you and your partner to really connect and enjoy each others company.
Thats Amore! Romantic Dinner For Two - Italian Gourmet Food Gift Basket

Pick of the Season Grand Gourmet Food Gift Basket with Smoked Salmon

A Taste of Tuscany - Italian Gourmet Food Gift Basket - Large - A Great Meal for Two!

Picnic Time Barrel Picnic Basket, Service for 2

Romantic Gourmet Picnic For Two Wedding Time Capsule Gift Set

Gourmet Getaway for Two - Heartwarming Treasures

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Celebrating Valentine’s Day Apart

2009-07-23T12:14:00.000-07:00

Celebrating Valentine’s Day Apart

There are a number of reasons why a couple may find themselves spending Valentine’s Day apart. Couples who are in a long distance relationship, business trips, shifts which prevent couples from being together, sickness and family emergencies are just a few examples of reasons why a couple may find themselves spending Valentine’s Day apart. While you may certainly understand the reasons why you and your loved ones cannot be together on Valentine’s Day it does not make it any easy to deal with this situation. You may still feel sad and lonely if you find yourself in one of these situations. However, there is home for those who are spending Valentine’s Day apart from their loved ones, there are a few ways for making the day a lot more fun. This article will provide information on ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day apart in a number of different scenarios.

First we will consider the case of a couple who is in a long distance relationship. For this couple, they may be used to spending important days such as Valentine’s Day, anniversaries and other holidays apart so it may not be as difficult for them to deal with. However, there are ways this couple can still celebrate Valentine’s Day together. One way to do this is to both rent the same movie and watch it while on the phone together. This may run up your phone bill but if you have unlimited evening minutes you and your partner can chat away on your cell phones while you watch the movie together. You might even consider both ordering the same type of food such as pizza or Chinese food so you will feel even more together for a little while.

Next we will consider a couple who finds themselves spending Valentine’s Day apart do to an unexpected business trip. This can be particularly difficult because the couple is not used to being apart on important days and likely did not have a great deal of time to prepare for spending the holiday apart. In this situation the couple should discuss Valentine’s Day as soon as they realize they are going to be spending the holiday apart. While discussing it they can decide whether they want to celebrate before they separate or after they are reunited. It is also important for the couple to try to at least have some contact on Valentine’s Day even if it is over the phone or through email. This will allow the couple to feel like they are together in some way so they don’t get too lonely. Having flowers delivered to your loved one while you are separated is also a very thoughtful gesture.
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Finally, we will consider the case of a couple who cannot spend Valentine’s Day together because one or both of them does work which involves odd shifts. This could include doctors, firefighters, police officers or a variety of other professions. Individuals in this type of situation are probably used to their odd schedule and making time to be together outside of working hours. In this case the best way to deal with being apart on Valentine’s Day is to send some gifts or flowers first then plan on celebrating together when it is more convenient. This may not seem like the most romantic option but sometimes it is important to remember that you love your partner every day of the year and you don’t have to be together on Valentine’s Day to prove your love for each other.

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Beaded dog charms for the dog lovers

2009-07-14T12:44:00.000-07:00

Beaded dog charms for the dog lovers
I think that Valentine's day should be for everyone you love and I literally mean everyone, even your beloved pets and this is specially for the dog lovers out there, here's a few free tutorial for making adorable beaded 3D dogs:
Free beaded chihuahua dog tutorial
Free beaded Poodle dog tutorial
Free beaded dog tutorial
Free beaded Schnauzer dog tutorial
Make these little beaded dog charms to hang on your mobile phone, key chains, bags or anywhere you can think of, especially if you can make one that looks like your pet dog, you can make two, one for you to carry around and one for the dog that goes on to the dog collar as a collar charm.

14k Diamond Dog Charms - Diamond Dog Charm in White Gold
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Dog Charms - 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Orange Sapphire Daschund Dog Pendant
Dog Charms - 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Orange Sapphire Daschund Dog Pendant 14K dog charm includes orange sapphires and 0.01 cts. of diamonds in the dogs eye. The charm is completed with a 14k gold lobster claw clasp for easy attachment to a charm bracelet or pendant necklace.

Diamond Dog Charms - 14k Diamond Dog Charm in Yellow Gold
Diamond Dog Charms - 14k Diamond Dog Charm in Yellow Gold Each diamond charm includes a lobster claw for easy attachment to a necklace or charm bracelet. 0.10cts total diamond weight 7/8 " long.

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Beaded cat kitten charms for the cat lovers

2009-07-08T11:48:00.000-07:00

Beaded cat kitten charms for the cat lovers
I think that Valentine's day should be for everyone you love and I literally mean everyone, even your beloved pets and this is specially for the cat lovers out there, here's the free tutorial for a adorable beaded 3D cat kitten: Free beaded cat tutorial
Make this little beaded cat kitten charms to hang on your mobile phone, key chains, bags or anywhere you can think of, especially if you can make one that looks like your pet cat, you can make two, one for you to carry around and one for the cat that goes on to the cat collar as a collar charm.

Kitty Cat Ladies Bling Charm and Chain

Yellow Sapphire Gold Cat Charms - 14k Two Tone Cat charm with Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires and Green Garnets 0.05 cts.
Yellow Sapphire Gold Cat Charms - 14k Two Tone Cat charm with Diamonds, Yellow Sapphires and Green Garnets 0.05 cts. 14K two tone gold precious yellow sapphire are featured with green garnet stones as eyes. and 0.05cts diamond in set in the white gold collar. 14k white gold lobster clasp is included for easy attachment to most bracelets. Full cut diamonds are GH color, SI1 clarity. Approximately 5/8 inch long.

Cat Charms - 14K Gold Cat Gemstone Pink Sapphire Charm or Pendant
Cat Charms - 14K Gold Cat Gemstone Pink Sapphire Charm or Pendant 14k yellow gold Cat Charm features a familiar rear facing cat pose. A convenient 14k white lobster clasp easily attaches to any charm bracelet or necklace.

14k Diamond Charms - Diamond Cat Charm in Yellow Gold
14k Diamond Charms - Diamond Cat Charm in Yellow Gold Each diamond charm includes a lobster claw for easy attachment to a necklace or charm bracelet. 0.10cts total diamond weight 7/8 " long
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Valentine’s Day for Single Girls

2009-07-07T13:24:00.000-07:00

Valentine’s Day for Single Girls

For most people, being alone on Valentine’s Day is simply no fun. Women especially find being alone on Valentine’s Day to be depressing and lonely. However, just because you are not in a relationship does not mean you can’t have a good time on Valentine’s Day. With a little creativity, single girls can have a great Valentine’s Day that they will remember for years and years. In fact they may find they have a better time when they are single on Valentine’s Day than they do when they are in a relationship. This article will offer a few tips for how single girls can have a great time on Valentine’s Day.

Calling up your other single friends and going dancing is a great way for a single girl to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. You and your friends can get dressed up and head out to a local nightclub together to spend the evening dancing. Many women will actually find they have a better time doing this than going dancing with their boyfriends because their friends are more likely to want to dance all night long. When they go out with a boyfriend the boyfriend may want to spend more time eating or drinking than he wants to spend on the dance floor. However, single girls who are out on the town often spend hours and hours dancing when they go out and barely take a break all evening.

Another fun idea for single girls on Valentine’s Day is to host a movie night at your place. You can invite over all of your single friends and rent a few romantic comedies. Instead of being sad and depressed you and your friends can watch the movies and make fun of all of the couples in the movie. It may not be the nicest or the most mature thing to do but it will help to prevent you and your friends from feeling depressed during the evening. Or if you prefer you can rent other types of movies such as horror movies or comedies. These will help to keep your mind of the fact that you are single on Valentine’s Day.

Single girls on Valentine’s Day can also have a great time by organizing a matchmaking game. You can call up all of your single friends and ask each of them to bring a single guy to your house for a get together. You can serve light appetizers and have music playing to keep the guests entertained. You can also purchase board games designed for use by couples and match up your single couples to play the game. Answering the questions will probably be pretty hard because the couples will not really know each other but it will be a fun way for some of your single friends and the friends of your friends to get to know each other.

Another way for single girls to celebrate Valentine’s Day is to simply go out to dinner. Restaurants can be extremely crowded on Valentine’s Day because going out to dinner is a very popular idea for couples. However, even single girls have to eat on Valentine’s Day. You and your single friends can plan ahead and make reservations for dinner at one of the nicest restaurants in town. You will likely be surrounded by couples celebrating Valentine’s Day but it does not mean you still can’t have a good time. Get all dressed up and maybe even organize an outing to a spa beforehand so you and all your friends can get manicures and pedicures before you head out for the evening. This will help to make your dinner together even more fun because you will have a great bonding experience beforehand. While you are out to dinner with your single friends, start out with some great appetizers, order a few great dishes to share and don’t forget to finish your meal with an awesome dessert. Leave the dinners of salad and water to your friends who are trying to impress their dates and feel free to indulge in some great food while you are out with your single friends.
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About Romantic Love Songs

2009-06-26T09:52:00.000-07:00

About Romantic Love Songs
Almost everyone like or need to use some love songs in their lifetime! Especially for the very romantic holiday "Valentine's Day".
Although love songs are usually associated with either Valentine's day or Weddings, lots of people listen to them day in day out as those love songs always seems to reinforce your feelings when things are rough or when things are great!
This post is also a personal tribute I would like to pay to one of the greatest star in our world, Michael Jackson who I realised passed away yesterday!
Need some ideas for romantic love songs? Here's a list of ideas which you can pick a few that you like best.

Classic Love Songs suggestions:

Love Songs - Michael Jackson - Album Length Compact Disc - release date 1/15/2002 - Classic Motown
Michael Jackson:
1. Who's Lovin' You
2. A Fool For You
3. Everybody's Somebody's Fool
4. Got To Be There
5. We're Almost There
6. We'Ve Got A Good Thing Going
7. Maybe Tomorrow
8. Call On Me
9. You Are There
10. One Day In Your Life
11. If I Don't Love You This Way
12. Wings Of My Love
13. I'Ll Come Home To You
14. I'll Be There
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Aerosmith: I Don't Want to Miss a Thing
The Bangles: Eternal Flame
The Beatles: And I Love Her
Tony Bennett: The Way You Look Tonight
Bon Jovi: I'll Be There for You
Toni Braxton: Breathe Again
Belinda Carlyle: Circles in the Sand
Chicago: You're the Inspiration
Celine Dion: The Power of Love
Nat King Cole: When I Fall in Love
Gloria Estefan: Live for Loving You
Peter Gabriel: In Your Eyes
Faith Hill: Breathe
Foreigner: Waiting for a Girl Like You
Etta James: At Last
Elton John: Can You Feel the Love Tonight?
Elton John: Your Song
Michael Penn: No Myth
The Police: Every Breath You Take
Elvis Presley: I Can't Help Falling In Love With You
Elvis Presley: My Wish Came True
REO Speedwagon: Can't Fight This Feeling
Lionel Richie: Hello
Lionel Richie: Truly
Seal: Kiss From a Rose
Simon and Garfunkel: Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Percy Sledge: When a Man Loves a Woman
Rod Stewart: Have I Told You Lately?
U2: All I Want is You
Shania Twain: From This Moment On
Shania Twain: Forever and For Always
Luther Vandross: Always and Forever
Stevie Wonder: I Just Called to Say I Love You
Trisha Yearwood: How Do I Live

Careless Love - Madeleine Peyroux - release date September 14, 2004

Popular Love Songs suggestions:

Ultimate Love Songs: Vision of Love

Aaliyah: One in a Million
Ashanti: Only U
Natasha Beddingfield: These Words
Beyonce: Crazy in Love
Mariah Carey: We Belong Together
Vanessa Carlton: A Thousand Miles
Kelly Clarkson: A Moment Like This
Coldplay: Yellow
Nelly Furtado: Childhood Dreams
Hoobastank: The Reason
Lil' Romeo: My Cinderella
No Doubt: Underneath it All
Oasis: Wonderwall
Ja Rule: Put it On Me
Usher: U Got it Bad
Usher and Alisha Keys: My Boo

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Make a pair of cute beaded shoe charm, one for you and one for your Valentine!

2009-06-25T13:03:00.000-07:00

Make a pair of cute beaded shoe charm, one for you and one for your Valentine!

Need I say more, shoes come in a pair, lovers comes in a pair! I love making things in a pair and keep one for myself and one for my Valentine! The best thing is if you made them yourself, there's no way there's duplicates anywhere else in the world!
That makes it extra special, doesn't it?
You can hang it as a keychain charm, mobile phone charm, bag charm or anywhere you would like to!

Make it with sparkling beads and Swarovski crystals with the favorite colors of your own choice!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Shoe Charm Tutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a ready pair of shoes or charms, here's a few suggestions:
Shoe Kicks Iced Out Pendant Free 30 Inch Hip Hop Chain

Shoe Sneaker Kicks DANGLING Dogtag Dog Tag Pendant 30 Inch Ball Chain Bling

3D Sneaker Shoe Iced Out Hip Hop 36 Inch Chain Silver Tone3D Sneaker Shoe Iced Out Hip Hop 36 Inch Chain Silver Tone #2128s * Premium Pendant * Measures 2.25" Tall X .8" Wide X 1.25"

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Planning a Trip on Valentine’s Day

2009-06-24T13:38:00.000-07:00

Planning a Trip on Valentine’s Day

Whisking your partner away on a surprise, two week long exotic vacation may seem like an extremely romantic idea for a Valentine’s Day gift but it does not always work out that way. In theory a surprise vacation is incredibly romantic but in reality it can often be filled with complications which put a damper on the trip. However, it is possible to plan a trip for Valentine’s Day and have it turn out to be an absolutely incredible gift which your partner will remember forever. This article will provide some information on how to plan a trip for Valentine’s Day without running into a number of snags.

A trip on Valentine’s Day can be a great gift idea for both you and your partner but it will be most effective if you pay careful attention to the timing of the trip. This is important because work and family obligations can make it extremely difficult for one person to plan even a short getaway without at least some input from their partner. This is especially important if you are planning a trip which is longer than a weekend. This longer trip will require you and your partner to take time off of work or to make arrangements for someone to take care of their place of residence. However, work is not the only potential complication. Family obligations can also have an impact on the planning. For example if your partner routinely picks up her niece from school and watches her for a couple of hours, she may want to find a replacement for this family obligation.

These types of scheduling conflicts can be avoided by simply making your partner aware of the plans and soliciting feedback on the proposed dates of the trip to make the planning easier. You don’t have to give away the whole surprise by telling your partner where you will be going but letting her know the dates of travel will help to avoid problems which could result if you do not consult her beforehand.

Another thing to consider when planning a trip for Valentine’s Day is whether or not you want to actually be traveling on Valentine’s Day. This becomes especially important if you are planning a trip to a faraway destination. If this is the case you might want to plan on either leaving after Valentine’s Day or before Valentine’s Day so you can spend the holiday relaxing together instead of traveling. Travel can be very stressful and tiring so if you want to avoid problems which may result from this, it is a good idea to plan your trip so you will not be traveling on Valentine’s Day.

Finally, when planning a trip for Valentine’s Day it is very important to make sure you select a location which both you and your partner will really appreciate. There may be a number of activities you enjoy as well as a number of activities your partner enjoys but these activities will not necessarily overlap. However, there are likely to be some activities which you have in common. It is important to make sure your vacation destination is one which will have plenty of activities for the two of you to enjoy together. For example you may be really looking forward to a golfing vacation but if your partner does not play golf it will result in the two of you spending a great deal of time apart during your vacation. By selecting a vacation where there are activities for the two of you to enjoy together you will be spending a great deal of quality time together on your Valentine’s Day vacation.

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Make a Flower Brooch for your Valentine!

2009-06-23T13:57:00.000-07:00

Make a Flower Brooch for your Valentine!

Yes! giving flowers seems to be a tradition of Valentine's day, why not change it up a little a give a really durable and DIY hand made flower brooch for that someone special! I'm sure it will definitely last longer not only physically but also in the heart and memory of your Valentine!

Make it with sparkling beads and Swarovski crystals!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Crystal Brooch Tutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a ready brooch, here's a few suggestions:

Amber Flower Pin Brooch in Sterling Silver
Make this amber flower pin brooch imbued in sterling silver your number one choice today!
Amber Flower Pin Brooch in Sterling Silver
A myriad of multi colored amber gemstones adorn this great flower brooch molded in shiny sterling silver.
Large Diamond Flower Pendant Brooch 1/10 Carat (ctw) in White Gold
Convoluted, round and sublimely imperfect, this large diamond flower pendant brooch adds a tastily alternative variation to your typical jewelry ensemble. Fashioned in 10 karat white gold and featuring a classy arrangement of 14 glittering diamonds in its sultry nucleus, this pendant also comes with a delicate 10 karat gold chain.
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Spending Valentine’s Day Alone

2009-06-22T13:53:00.000-07:00

Spending Valentine’s Day Alone

Whether you are in a committed relationship and your partner is away for the holidays or you just do not have a date on Valentine’s Day, spending this day alone can be very sad for some people. Women especially are likely to dwell on the fact that they are alone this day but some men may wish they had someone special to spend the day with as well. However, spending Valentine’s Day alone does not have to be such as sad day. This article will offer a few tips for how to have fun on Valentine’s Day even if you are alone for the day.
Those who are in long distance relationships often find themselves alone on days such as Valentine’s Day, anniversaries or birthdays. If you are in this situation you likely realize there will be times when you are spending Valentine’s Day apart from your loved one. For example if you and your partner live miles away from each other because of work and only see each other on the weekends, you will likely be alone on Valentine’s Day if it falls during the week. However, there are other ways you can make the day seem special. For example if you know you are going to be alone on Valentine’s Day, try to keep yourself busy throughout the day. Schedule appointments such as manicures or pedicures, learn something new (like making chocolates), run errands or make plans to meet a friend for lunch or dinner. This will help to keep you from dwelling on the fact that it is Valentine’s Day. You can also make plans for the following weekend ahead of time so you will have something to look forward to. You may still be alone on Valentine’s Day but if you know you will be celebrating on the weekend it will help to make the day feel less sad and will help to make you feel less lonely.
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If you are alone on Valentine’s Day because you are not in a relationship, you can still have a great time on Valentine’s Day. One way to do this is to rent a few movies and order in diner from a really nice restaurant. Try ordering from a restaurant you have always wanted to try or from a place which you know is very popular with couples on Valentine’s Day. This will help to make the day more special for you and you will be less likely to feel as though you are left out from the day’s activities. Just because you are alone does not mean you can’t enjoy a great meal and have a fabulous night by yourself.

If you have other friends who are single, you might consider hosting a singles only party on Valentine’s Day. You can invite all of your single friend and ask them each to bring someone else who is single. You and your friends will enjoy spending time together away from all of the couples who can make Valentine’s Day seem so lonely for those who are not in a relationship. You might even wind up meeting someone great at your Valentine’s Day party and next year you will not be alone on Valentine’s Day. You can even try playing match making games at the party which encourage the guests to get to know each other. Even if you do not wind up meeting someone great, one of your friends might. Examples of games you might play are the dating game or scavenger hunts which encourage guests to find other participants who have certain interests or personality traits.

Finally, if you are alone on Valentine’s Day, it is important to remember it does not mean you will always be alone. One of the biggest mistakes singles often make on Valentine’s Day is spending too much time dwelling on the holiday. It is very important to remember that being alone on Valentine’s Day is not the end of the world. Try doing something for yourself like giving yourself a manicure, going for a run or taking a long bath. This will help you to focus more on yourself and your good qualities than the fact that you do not have a date on Valentine’s Day.

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How to make Crystal Butterfly Pendant?

2009-06-21T11:46:00.000-07:00

Make a Crystal Butterfly Pendant!

All girls love crystals and the bling bling, making a beautiful crystal butterfly out of Swarovski Crystals with your own hands and giving it to your love one this Valentine's day will be the best gift ever! You can also make a pair and hang them as charms, one for yourself and one for your love one! All you need is some crystals and beads!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Crystal ButterflyTutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a ready bling, here's a few suggestions:
Butterfly Blue Sapphire Gemstone and Diamond Pendant 1/7 Carat (ctw) in 14K White Gold
Striking blue sapphire comes together to play alongside glistening clear diamonds in this dueling butterfly pendant necklace display that has its foundations in 14 karat white gold. Total diamond weight here equals 1/7 carat (ctw).

Garnet and Rhodolite Gemstone Butterfly 4.8 Carat (ctw) Pendant in Sterling Silver
Garnet and rhodolite wings bring out the beauty of this striking butterfly necklace set in sterling silver (.925). Five orange topazes on each corner and in the center complete the look.

Freshwater Butterfly Lariat 9mm White Pearl Necklace in Sterling Silver
Two freshwater pearls hang classically from a cute sterling silver butterfly in this succulent pendant necklace. Feel great taking this with you everywhere.

Italgems Cubic Zirconia (CZ) Heart and Butterfly Pendant in Stainless Steel with Chain
A cute yellow butterfly speckled with sparkling cubic ziconias contrasts with a gleaming stainless steel heart hanging from an 18 inch chain included.

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Make a pair of beaded love birds!

2009-06-20T13:22:00.000-07:00

Make a pair of beaded love birds!

I just made a pair of beaded love birds to give away on my friend's wedding, I made each into a hangable charm for them to hang on their key chains or mobile phones!
And it struck me! that's a great idea as a perfect beaded love birds Valentine's day gift, make a pair of the beaded birds, keep one of them and give the other to your Valentine! As you made them yourself, there's no way there's exact duplicates and the only two that you made belongs to only two of you LOVE BIRDS!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Love Bird Tutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a ready charm, here's a few suggestions:
18k White Gold Charms - 10mm Solid Boy Open Charm / 10mm Solid Girl
18k White Gold Charms - 10mm Solid Boy Open Charm,10mm Solid Boy Charm w Open Center in 18kt white gold. An original Vertu charm for a personalized charm bracelet. 10mm Solid 18k White Gold Girl Charm Pendant - Vertu Charms, 10mm Solid Girl - 18K white gold Vertu Charm for a personalized charm bracelet.

18k White Gold Vertu Boys Charms - 10mm Pave Diamond Boy Charm / 10mm Diamond Pave Girl with Legs
10mm Pave Boy - 18Kt white gold Vertu Charm fits over any 10mm stainless bracelet shown below. Approx .23 ctw of beautiful Diamonds (G-H Color, SI Clarity).
10mm Pave Diamond Girl Charm w Legs. Set in 18K white gold - has approx .10ct in diamonds (G-H Color, SI Clarity). From the Vertu Charm Collection of Jewellery

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Make a beaded jewelry bracelet!

2009-06-19T12:40:00.000-07:00

Make a beaded jewelry bracelet!

All of us love a little jewelry and bling, it'll be even more meaningful if you made it yourself as a Valentine's day gift! I love making them for all my love ones from my nieces to my Mom! You can even customise them according to the favourite colors of your love ones by using that particular color of beads. For those gals who will be spending this Valentine's day alone or party with groups of single friends, this will be a great accessory to make for yourself to wear, it sure is a conversation starter too if you meet someone and they will be thinking WOW how creative you are!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Jewelry Bracelet Tutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a ready bracelet, here's a few suggestions:
Open Heart Bracelet in Sterling Silver .925
Three open hearts are strung along a 7.25 inch rolo chain set in sleek Italian sterling silver (.925).

Diamond Flower Bracelet 1/4 Carat (ctw) in White Gold
Spoil your special one this holiday season with this delicate and intricate display of jewelry perfection. Twenty-four sparkling diamonds adorn this piece, resting beautifully inside special flower designs, making this 10 karat white gold item simply too hot to resist.

Baby Peridot Cubic Zirconia (CZ) Butterfly Bracelet in White Gold
A stunning butterfly bracelet with colorful cubic zirconia set in warm 10 karat white gold with chain is the perfect jewelry for children. A unique and patented cut replicates the form of the butterfly and provides all the sparkling brilliance of a standard cut gemstone. The positioning of the facets maximzes the return of light to the eye resulting in breathtaking luminescence.

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Make a beaded teddy bear Valentine gift!

2009-06-18T11:45:00.000-07:00

Make a beaded teddy bear Valentine gift!

There's another thing that your Valentine can't resist loving other than flowers, a cutable little teddy bear and the best of all handmade by you - yours truly! These beaded teddy bears need not be left at home, when your love one goes out, it will stay by your love one's side by either hanging as a mobile phone charm or bag charm and even earrings! No Matter Where they go!

Here's a free tutorial link that has written and pictorial to help you make one or many! Beaded Teddy Bear Tutorial

Or if you still prefers to give a big huggable one, here's a few suggestions:

Steiff Classic 1920 Teddy Bear White Mohair 10” / Jumbo Brown Teddy Bear Stuffed Animal by Melissa & Doug / Steiff Classic Black Alpaca Teddy Bear 7"
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Handmade Beaded Gift Box!

2009-06-17T12:47:00.000-07:00

Handmade Beaded Gift Box!

Make your own unique beaded gift box, you can include a real small gift inside the beaded gift box or just give away the beaded gift box to hang as a beaded charm which can be hung on bags, mobile phones and even as pendants or earrings!

What's the best gift than a gift that you made yourself to give to your love ones this Valentine's day! A handmade gift is always closer to the heart than a bought one, the person who receive this will always remember you made it especially for him or her.

Here's the free tutorial (with both written and pictorial) to how to make one! http://beadjewelrymaking.com/Kid_Art_Project/Kid_art_bead_project/october2006_bead_project.html

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Make a beaded rose for your Valentine!

2009-06-16T11:48:00.000-07:00

Make a beaded rose for your Valentine!

Beaded flowers can be used in ways you use silk or fresh flowers. The only difference is that it will last many more years before beaded flowers deteriorate. They make great inserts in bridal bouquets, bridal headdresses, hair barrettes, napkin rings, corsages, "potted" window plants, 3D pictures and wall hangings as a Valentine's day gift, wedding flowers or simply as a part of home decoration. Made of glass and metal, they give an astounding accent when soldered to stained glass projects. Let your imagination run. The uses for beaded flowers are endless.

Learn how to make one or a bouquet with this free online tutorial: http://www.beadjewelrymaking.com/Arts_and_Craft_Idea/flower_project.html

Or if you still prefer to sent fresh flowers, I found a great website: Singapore Flowers & Gifts (Best List of Singapore Florist)

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Plan B for Valentines Day

2009-06-14T12:56:00.000-07:00

Plan B for Valentines Day

Each year men and women spend a great deal of time and energy planning Valentine’s Day surprises for their loved ones. However, unfortunately, each year a lot of these plans are often ruined each year due to circumstances beyond their control. They may find that all of their advance planning seems to go to waste but in most cases Valentine’s Day may still turn out to be a great day just because they are getting to spend the day together. However, this article will provide some information on how you can not only plan a great Valentine’s Day surprise for your loved one but also plan a backup plan in case anything goes wrong.

One example of a Valentine’s Day surprise which can be ruined by circumstances beyond your control is a simple picnic in the park. It is a very simple and romantic idea but it is also one which is dependent on the weather. Rain, snow, or incredibly cold weather can put a damper on your Valentine’s Day plan to have a romantic picnic in the park. The simple solution to dealing with inclement weather is to move your picnic indoors if the weather becomes foul. This can be very easy to do and requires very little advance planning. The easiest way to do this is to use your own house or apartment as the backup location. The only advance planning involved is straightening up your place beforehand to create a relaxing environment. Also if you have a roommate you might want to make sure he is out for the evening so you and your date can be alone. You can even make the indoor picnic more relaxing by purchasing CDs with nature sounds or soft music.

Planning to take your date to a nice restaurant on Valentine’s Day can backfire. Even if you make reservations well in advance there can still be complications. For example the restaurant may lose your reservations, be too busy to honor your reservation or the restaurant may be too crowded to have a relaxing experience. In these cases you might want to consider not having dinner in the restaurant because it will be too complicated and not at all relaxing. If you are concerned one of these situations will occur you can have a plan B by being prepared to go home and cook your date a fabulous meal if the restaurant is too hectic on Valentine’s Day. You can prepare by buying a few simple and versatile ingredients that you can use to create a great meal at a moments notice. This way you will be prepared if anything goes wrong plus the ingredients won’t got to waste because you can always use them later in the week.

Finally, consider purchasing tickets to a sporting event or concert for your date on Valentine’s Day. This is a great gift if it something you both enjoy but you can wind up needing a plan B if the event or concerts are cancelled for some reason. If you are planning to go to a sporting event and it is cancelled you can have a plan B by inviting your date home to watch highlight tapes of previous games. You can assemble this video beforehand and if the game is not cancelled you can always give it to your date after the game. In the case of a cancelled concert you can create a CD of your favorite songs by the band you were going to see.

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Homemade Valentine’s Day Gifts

2009-06-13T11:58:00.000-07:00

Homemade Valentine’s Day Gifts

Stores and florists spend a great deal of time, money and effort promoting their products as perfect for Valentine’s Day. This is done for good reason as most people turn to commercially available products on Valentine’s Day to give a great gift to their loved ones. However, with a little effort you may find you can give your partner a really great gift on Valentine’s Day which comes straight from your heart. This can be done in the form of a homemade gift. Despite what you may be thinking it does not take a great deal of time or talent to make these great gifts. This article will provide a few ideas for homemade gifts you can give to your loved one on Valentine’s Day.

A scrapbook is one of the most obvious homemade gifts you can give to your partner on Valentine’s Day. It is also one of the easiest homemade gifts you can make and also one of the gifts which is most likely to be greatly appreciated by your partner. This is a great combination if you want to give your partner a spectacular gift on Valentine’s Day. To make a great scrapbook start out by selecting the pictures you want to use in the scrapbook. You can select pictures of each of you individually, pictures of the two of you together, pictures of places the two of you have visited together or any combination of the pictures previously mentioned. Once you select a series of pictures you really like there will likely be an obvious theme for the scrapbook. Once this theme emerges you can search for the scrapbook as well as accessories for the scrapbook such as stickers, ribbons or other graphics. Finally, assembling the scrapbook is as easy as gluing the pictures and accessories to the page and putting everything together in an order which makes sense. For a more high tech version, a dvd or cd montage where you can have your digital photos planned out with your favourite musics in the background!

Homemade candles are another great gift you can give your partner for Valentine’s Day. Making candles is actually quite simple. You can find kits in craft supply stores which will not only include everything you need to make a great candle or two but also provide you with simple step by step instructions on how to melt the wax, insert the wick, pour the candle and allow the candle to set before releasing it from the mold. Also, there will likely be the opportunity to use dyes and perfumes to create a candle of a customized color and scent. When adding color or scent to a candle, care should be taken to add the dye or perfume at the appropriate time for the best results.

One final idea for a homemade Valentine’s Day gift is make a beaded heart out of beads, crystals or pearls (see older post for free tutorial on how to make one). This way you can still give your loved one a homemade gift for Valentine’s Day but you will have some help with the most difficult parts of the project.

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Flowers! Florist!

2009-06-13T05:55:00.000-07:00

Need last minite flowers or bouquet flower delivery? or simply ran out of ideas what to give as a gift! To a lady flowers are always the best gift!
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Finding a Date for Valentine’s Day

2009-06-12T12:32:00.000-07:00

Finding a Date for Valentine’s Day

If you are looking for a date for Valentine’s Day, you can rest assured that you are not alone. People around the world love celebrating Valentine’s Day with someone they love. For those who are in committed relationships, this is usually pretty easy. However, for those who are single or even dating, finding a date for Valentine’s Day can be a difficult task. This article will take a look at a few different scenarios and provide advice for finding a date for Valentine’s Day in each situation.

Couples in a committed relationship, do not usually find themselves alone on Valentine’s Day. For these couples it is generally assumed that unless work or other obligations interfere, they will be spending Valentine’s Day together. However, just because it is assumed does not always mean everything works out as planned. In fact it can be the source of problems for couples around Valentine’s Day. Couples who assume they will be spending Valentine’s Day together may also assume their partner is taking care of making plans for the special day. However, if both of the partners make this assumption, the couple may find themselves spending Valentine’s Day alone because neither of them made plans. To avoid this problem, couples should avoid making assumptions and verbalize their plans for the day.

Couples who have only been dating for a short time may have a great deal of difficulty getting a date for Valentine’s Day and making plans for the day. This is because the partners may not yet feel secure enough in the relationship to know whether or not their partner will want to celebrate the day with them. This can be a turning point in a relationship as the couple tries to determine how they feel about each other and whether or not they want to spend Valentine’s Day together. Couples in this type of relationship should carefully evaluate their own feelings and determine what they are looking for in the relationship before bringing up the subject with the partner. This is a good idea because it helps to ensure the couple is not simply getting caught up in the spirit of the holiday and that they really love each other. If you have only been dating someone for a short time but feel strongly about going on a date with her on Valentine’s Day, go ahead and ask her out. The worst that can happen is she says no. While this may ruin your plans for the big day, it will give you a better understanding of where your relationship stands.

Those who are single may have the most difficult time finding a date for Valentine’s Day. In one scenario and individual may be single but also secretly pining for another they would love to spend Valentine’s Day. In this case, if the person they admire is also single, it is worthwhile to just go ahead and ask her out. Again, she may say no but she also might say yes. If she says yes, you may end up having a great time on your Valentine’s Day date and it may lead to future dates. On the other hand, if she says no, you haven’t really lost anything because you didn’t have plans anyway and you can still plan on getting together with friends for Valentine’s Day.

Finally, if you are single and do not really have someone you want to spend a romantic Valentine’s Day; you can just plan to get together with a good friend or a group of friends on this day instead. Going out to dinner or to a movie is a fun way to spend Valentine’s Day even if you aren’t actually on a date. Valentine’s Day is about love but it doesn’t always have to be a romantic kind of love. You can have a great time on Valentine’s Day with a really good friend or any family members close to your heart and do not always have to plan a romantic date for Valentine’s Day.

14k gold plated 925 Sterling Silver Turquoise Charm Love Bracelet

14k gold plated 925 Sterling Silver Turquoise Charm Love Bracelet crafted in 14k White Gold Plated Silver Dimensions: Length: 7.50 Inches13 Stones 0.15 Carats Round White Quartz Color: Colorless Clarity: Clean, 1 Stone 10.00 Carats Heart Color: Turquoise

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Sterling silver brooch, 'Special Heart'

2009-06-11T12:51:00.000-07:00

Sterling silver brooch, 'Special Heart'

A wavy heart graces this original brooch, hand-crafted by the talented Made Sriasih. The design is wonderfully airy, with cut out arabesques on a sensuous and romantic shape. 0.925 rating silver

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Beaded Crystal Heart Shaped Brooch with free tutorial!

2009-06-11T12:08:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded Valentine Crystal Heart Brooch
This Beaded crystal Heart Brooch was created using a combination of seed beads and Swarovski Crystal, great as a Valentine's day gift. I used silver white Japanese seed beads and a combination of pink and purple crystals.

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Valentine All Crystal Heart Pendant!

2009-06-10T12:40:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded Valentine All Crystal Heart
This Beaded crystal Heart was created using Swarovski Crystal, great as a pendant, brooch, earrings or mobile phone accessory. I used white transparent crystals, made using the right angle weave technique. Give it a try, what says better than a handmade Heart for your love ones!

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Stainless Steel Heart Pendant!

2009-06-10T12:37:00.000-07:00

LW207 - If you have a big heart, this pendant is for you! Measuring 2" x 2" this stainless steel Italian made heart pendant will not go unnoticed! Smaller hearts inside are connected by rings to add a modern look to a classic symbol. Pendant comes on a black cotton adjustable cord.

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Yin Yang heart shaped pendant - Stainless steel w/ pink enamel!

2009-06-10T12:25:00.000-07:00

LW175 - A new twist of a familiar symbol! This yin yang style, heart shaped pendant, is made from stainless steel and adorned with pink enamel female insignias, and is a delicate statement of love. With a hint of pink, the pendant is feminine and fabulous! The pendant measures 1 3/4" x 1 3/4". The two pieces are bonded together perfectly, and are attached to black and white cotton cords, which form a single adjustable cord. A beautiful addition to any wardrobe!

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Valentine 3D Heart Tutorial!

2009-06-09T10:33:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded Valentine 3D Heart
Try making this beaded 3D heart pendant, earrings or charm made using the Right Angle Weave technique (RAW). Great as a fashion accessory or as a jewelry gift. You can use the same tutorial and change the materials and not only use pearls but crystals, beads of different sizes to make a full set of Beaded 3D Heart Jewelry!

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Beaded Crystal Valentine Open Heart Tutorial!

2009-06-08T13:16:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded Crystal Valentine Open Heart
Try making this crystal beaded open heart pendant or charm made with Japanese seed beads and Swarovski crystals using the Right Angle Weave technique (RAW). Great as a fashion accessory or as a jewelry gift. Open your heart and let people in!

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14K W Gold 1/4Ct Diamond 3D Open Heart Bracelet Charm and Earrings

2009-06-08T10:28:00.000-07:00

14K W Gold 1/4Ct Diamond 3D Open Heart Bracelet Charm
This lovely charm has a stylized heart outline of white gold set with diamonds. Put a little more love into your look with this 14K W Gold 1/4Ct Diamond 3D Open Heart Bracelet Charm.

14k White Gold Open Heart 2/5Ct Diamond Button Earrings
These lovely earrings are white gold heart outlines covered in prong set diamonds. Show her you appreciate her loving heart by giving her these 14k White Gold Open Heart 2/5Ct Diamond Button Earrings.

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Beaded Valentine Heart Basket Tutorial

2009-06-08T04:54:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded valentine Heart Basket
Try making this beaded heart shape basket, made with Japanese glass seed beads using right angle weave Beading technique. Great for keeping your little trinkets close to the heart ... in the heart... LOL.

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Beaded Valentine's Day Hearts and Gifts!

2009-06-08T04:41:00.000-07:00

Free tutorial link for the beaded valentine Heart
You can add a jewelry hook on the top of the heart to make it into a beautiful pendant, charm or even earrings if you make two of them.
The same tutorial above can also be used to make this crystal 3-D heart, just replace all the long bugle glass beads with 4mm crystal bicones.

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