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Robyn

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..For those of you who don't know my background I had a beaded jewelry business 20 years ago when the "Bohemian" look was called the "Gypsy" look! I went from there to a career in fundraising for various non-profits, all the while still collecting, drooling and, yes, fondling gems! I am now a free-lance PR and Marketing professional and have decided to return to my first love! I am currently taking Jewelry Design and Lapidary classes and have just signed up for my first group of classes toward my Graduate Gemologist degree from GIA.

My Interests

Rockhounding, Lapidary, Jewelry Design, Gemology, Reading (mysteries are my passion), Music (just about anything), Travel

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I'd like to meet:

..People with like interests to discuss new finds and resources! ..

Music:

Depeche Mode, Johnny Cash, Aerosmith, Edie Brickell, Willie Nelson, Joe Pass, Eagles, Waylon Jennings, Doobie Brothers, Alanis Morisette, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Steely Dan, Eartha Kitt, Dixie Chicks, Howlin' Wolf, Meatoaf (Bat Out Of Hell), Trace Adkins, John Lee Hooker, Robben Ford Band, Charlie Musselwhite, John Mayer, Steve Miller Band, Queen, Germs (Germs GI), Nina Simone, Shakira, Tom Waits, KT Tunstall...and almost all Musical Soundtracks

Television:

Bones, House, Nature, Criminal Minds, CSI (original), Antiques Roadshow, Rosemary & Thyme, Heroes

Books:

Reading Now: More Twisted; Castle In The Forest;Hidden Prey

Heroes:

Batman: The only "Superhero" without "super powers" - just an amazing utility belt!!! Makes you wonder what YOU could do with a little ingenuity!

My Blog

TV Weekly’s Jewelry Tutorials - Basic Training

So many people have been asking "How do I get started in..."  that I thought you might be interested to know...the next 4 episodes on TV Weekly's Plum & Verdigris Show (Jewelry Making Tutoria...
Posted by Robyn on Fri, 06 Jun 2008 07:59:00 PST

Composting Good and Evil: Redesign for Sanctimonious Sinners

   DTLA Series, by Sue Dorman, Marina del Rey, CA To honor "World Fair Trade Day" (May 10th) I thought that an Art Show was in order, especially a show of "repurposed" art. I heartily ...
Posted by Robyn on Mon, 05 May 2008 11:22:00 PST

If you live in the Southern California Area - This is a MUST DO!

If you live in the Southern California Area - This is a MUST DO! Tonight was the Gala Opening for the Bench Jewelers Conference and Suppliers Expo (Information follows report)!  http://benchconfe...
Posted by Robyn on Sat, 26 Apr 2008 12:17:00 PST

TVWeekly!!!! - Ideas for Mens & Teens Jewelry!!!!

Remember about  two weeks ago - I posted a review of TVWeekly's Jewelry Show - Plum & Verdigris? http://aflyonthewall.multiply.com/journal Well check out Tamara's latest offering...very cool!...
Posted by Robyn on Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:29:00 PST

The Best Advice to Becoming A Better Bench Jeweler Ever...

The Best Advice to Becoming A Better Bench Jeweler Ever... Crammed Into 4 Days Don't Let This Opportunity Pass You By  Register TODAY! Two Great Events - One Fantastic Weekend   Bench Jewel...
Posted by Robyn on Fri, 11 Apr 2008 11:56:00 PST

2008 Tucson Gem Show - Be My Guest!

Is the Tucson Gem Show something that you have always wanted to do - but - it’s too expense, to large, too scary...whatever your reason for not (in the words of Nike) "Just Doing It" - come alon...
Posted by Robyn on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:34:00 PST

Tucson - Learning Center - Free Seminars!

If you are traveling to Tucson for the show this year check out the schedule at the Tucson Electric Park Learning Center!  http://electricparklearningcenter.com This year the Learning Center has ...
Posted by Robyn on Sun, 27 Jan 2008 09:27:00 PST

A Call for a Presidential Debate on Science and Technology

Sciencedebate 2008 Given the many urgent scientific and technological challenges facing America and the rest of the world, the increasing need for accurate scientific information in political decision...
Posted by Robyn on Tue, 01 Jan 2008 06:47:00 PST

If you are planning a trip to the 2008 Tucson Gem Show...

Well - I just confirmed my reservation for the 2008 Tucson Gem Show - I am going to be driving out this year with a new friend and jewelry artist - Jennifer Freidman!!! you can check out her work at:&...
Posted by Robyn on Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:17:00 PST

84.73 ct. Diamond Auctioned at Sotheby’s

THE 'CHLOE DIAMOND' WAS ACQUIRED BY GEORGES MARCIANO, FOUNDER OF GUESS? JEANS!!! 84.37 CARAT FLAWLESS BRILLIANT-CUT DIAMOND SOLD FOR CHF 18,193,000 ($16,189,769) SOTHEBY'S GENEVA SALE OF MAGNIFICENT J...
Posted by Robyn on Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:07:00 PST