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  1. CricketBug

    Pearl Confessions...

    I confess that for quite some times now (many months), I have been meaning to post some photos. :rolleyes: Some of the strands/pearls I've had for years, some are new to me, and some are new from various vendors/sources. This may take longer than expected, as the photos seem to be uploading in...
  2. CricketBug

    More Strands

    I've been on a stringing kick lately, inspired by the beautiful examples on this big forum. :D I posted one in the Lowly Beaders area and thought these should be in the "Show Me..." forum. When we were recently in Honolulu, the lovely boardies (as in P-G members) suggested Aloha Pearls for an...
  3. CricketBug

    Vintage/Antique Studs

    In rummaging through my stash of pearls I came across the studs that were instrumental in setting me onto a love of pearls. I found these in an antique store when I lived on the west coast of Canada. They're a lovely soft goldish-creamy colour, 8mm. They have screw posts which are rather thick...
  4. CricketBug

    DID IT! Restringing

    ;) After quite a hiatus from stringing, and recently re-reading through the great how-to thread here, I decided to re-string a strand of, to-me, whoppers. They're Tahitians, circled, some with zits, most with lovely lustre and with gorgeous colours from aubergine to intense green, gray-blue-ish...
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    Pearl Vendor/Store in Honolulu?

    Not sure if this is the right place to put this post. Please move it, if needed. :) We are feeling fortunate to be in Hawaii for a week or so (right now!), and I’m curious if there are recommendations for a store/shope/market for pearls in around Honolulu. :rolleyes: My hubby is likely feeling...
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    Largest Size of Blue Akoya Pearls

    I completely adore blue Akoya pearls and am curious to know the largest size range these are available. I've seen anything from weensy little ones to 10–10.5mm size. I'm curious whether the 10–10.5mm ones are genuine or simply freshwater pearls that have been dyed/colored.
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