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Stone and Shell Jewelry from Peru

Elaine — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 15:44:06 +0000

The stones and shells in the Tikanchay collection all represent the beauty of South America, and of course Peru in particular. Each one is polished to perfection by a master artisan, adding to their beauty and value. The shiny black Obsidian is a form of volcanic glass formed high in the mountains of Peru, and the blue Sodalite is also found in the Andes region. Peruvian Turquoise, or Chrysocolla, is prized for its varied blue and green hues. The Spondylus shell has been used to make South American jewelry for centuries, but was once only worn by royalty. These large thorny oyster shells range in color from deep purple to rosy red and even fiery orange. Therefore, some pieces of Peruvian Spondylus jewelry can be very colorful, even if no other shells or stones are used in the design. For Spondylus jewelry, Sodalite jewelry, and many designs made with Obsidian, Chrysocolla and other Peruvian stones, take a look at the growing collection of artisan jewelry at Tikanchay. This Sodalite necklace is one of our newest designs.

Mom Gifts that Show You Care

Elaine — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:24:29 +0000

Lots of people look for mom gifts that are unique and special – after all, many of us have purchased so many gifts for our mothers over the years that it is hard to find something different that she doesn’t already have. You may have purchased jewelry for your mother before, but have you ever given her a piece of handmade artisan jewelry? Moms love gifts from the heart, and they are sure to appreciate a handcrafted jewelry gift, especially knowing that each piece supports artisans in a developing country. Shows mom your heart is forever linked with hers with this intertwining sterling silver necklace.

Her Gift Ideas May Say It All

Elaine — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:08:15 +0000

When you’re wondering what to get that special someone for Christmas or her birthday, her gift ideas for other people may hint toward what she would really like for herself. If she mentions that jewelry would be a nice gift for a friend or relative, you can be sure she would enjoy receiving it as well. I recommend giving Tikanchay jewelry as a Christmas gift, because I would love to receive it myself. Of course, what woman wouldn’t enjoy a shiny new bracelet, necklace, or earrings to admire?

Some Ideas for Gift Choices

Elaine — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:18:56 +0000

There are some ideas for gift choices available online on gift blogs and tip websites, but many of them are not truly unique. However, a gift from Tikanchay is always unique, because we only carry small quantities of each item and they are all imported directly from Peru. You simply will not find our designs in any mall near you. Only a few select boutiques carry Tikanchay jewelry in the Connecticut area – otherwise, it is only available online. I have seen a lot of jewelry, and I have received many jewelry gifts, but I have never seen anything quite like this Bird Necklace in any other jewelry line. This piece is a great example of the distinct designs in the Tikanchay collection, especially since it is handmade from organic gourd.

An Online Gift Store Makes Shopping Easy

Elaine — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 14:24:52 +0000

An online gift store is the fastest and easiest way to choose the perfect present for that special someone. That’s why we are excited to kick off another holiday season at Tikanchay. As an online business, we are happy to serve our customers with prompt responses and speedy shipping. Our customers come back again and again when they experience Tikanchay gift buying, and I’m sure you will be just as pleased. So choose the design that reminds you of your loved one along with the satin gift pouch, and we’ll take care of the rest. You can even have the gift sent directly to the recipient.

Butterfly Earrings are Romantic and Fun

Elaine — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:41:21 +0000

Speaking of romantic gift ideas, I have to mention a particular style of Tikanchay artisan jewelry. If you have been keeping up with this blog, you know we offer many styles of artisan earrings. However, one pair in particular is especially romantic in my opinion. These Butterfly Earrings are not only made with real butterfly wings found naturally in the Peruvian Amazon, but they are also handcrafted in the shape of hearts. What a great way to show her how much you love her.

A Romantic Birthday Gift from Tikanchay

Elaine — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:29:19 +0000

Although we are getting ready for the start of another holiday season, don’t forget the fall birthdays on your calendar. We know gifts for wives and girlfriends are especially hard to choose. You may ask what makes a romantic birthday gift so important. Well, a woman’s birthday is a once a year occasion when she should feel pampered, and she should know how much thought you put into your surprise when she opens it. This could create a stressful situation for some men, but not the men who know about Tikanchay! When your wife or girlfriend opens a box from Tikanchay, she will first be impressed with the quality of the jewelry. Then she will be impressed that you purchased from a fair trade company that supports artisans in a developing country. Overall, she will know how much you care.