Pearl Guide

So I used to frequent a forum for another type of item that had a neat thread called "Your **** in Action!" where people could post pictures of their item "working it" in the real world, I always used to enjoy browsing that thread! I thought it might be fun to start one here for those that wanted to post some pictures of "pearls in action" making us look beauteous IRL! Soooo, I'll start, here's some pictures of my pondslime strand and I in the restroom at work today (washing hands, not using...

How to string (or restring) your pearls on doubled Pattye's Serafil, Beaders Secret, and Power Pro

This is not hard-- really! It is harder to describe it than to do it. Anyone can learn to string their own pearls!
If after reading through this, it sounds too daunting, I suggest making a mini-strand for practice first. Make one 12-15 pearls long just so you can practice how to knot the end 3 pearls on each side and attach the clasps; the middle pearls are easy to knot.

To just practice...

Book Review: Renee Newman’s Latest Book: “Pearls. Their History, Sources, Types and Qualities”

The Newest and Most Comprehensive Guide for Pearl Enthusiasts

By Douglas McLaurin

Renee Newman’s latest book on pearls is an exceptional addition to the world of gemology literature. Published just last year, this hardcover volume spans 239 pages and is thoughtfully organized into 13 chapters, each meticulously crafted to guide readers through the various fascinating facets of all pearls...

Last year, Hisano and I led two different groups on tours of akoya pearl farms in Japan. In June we visited farms in Uwajima, and in November we went to Tsushima, Sasebo and Nagasaki. These trips were part of the Pearl Association of America's new immersive experiences initiative, and we were hosted by the Japan Pearl Exporter's Association.

Bweaves came with us in June and Jeg came with us in November. You can see their stories here, and here.

This video was put together by the Japan...

This is a bit last-minute, but Pierre Fallourd will be passing through Los Angeles this Sunday on his way back to Australia, and we’ve invited him to sit down with us for a conversation. We are going to be streaming live at 3 pm Pacific this Sunday.

Pierre spent about 15 years at Jewelmer, then moved to Atlas Pearls as VP and later CEO. Today he consults with the Japan Pearl Exporters Association, GIA, and several producers, and serves as Vice President of the Pearl Association. His current...

For immediate release (October 28, 2024, New York, NY): Peggy Grosz, former Senior VP and Creative Director of Assael, Inc., announced today that following the recent sale of the company, effective immediately, she will take the opportunity to pursue new design challenges. Grosz joined the company in 2017, reviving the 78-year-old legacy brand through innovative design, product development, and leadership.

“It was an honor to modernize such an historic company and work with an unprecedented...