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Dear friends, 

The end of summer is bittersweet. I love the longer days, pleasant temperatures and spending time outside but I am also looking forward to everything that autumn has to offer.

Before the summer is over, I am spending as much time outside as I can. One of my greatest sources of inspiration for my jewelry is the beauty of nature. From scenic sunsets to blue skies, I always feel very inspired when I have the chance to witness these natural events.

Recently, Ron and I went to a dinner party at our friends’ home and I was struck by the stunning sky and the remarkable seascapes.

When I look at clouds against the bright blue sky, I cannot help thinking about how I can translate these shapes and figures into inspiration for my jewelry.

What do you see when you look at these clouds? I see a small dog with its paws up. 

These clouds remind me of grass reeds blowing in the wind. I also love the contrasting colors between the marsh, the water and the sky. 

One of the best parts of the dinner party was the sunset over the ocean. 

The pastel sky would make a beautiful palette for a collection of pieces. 

Note how the colors transition and look for this in future designs.

I would love to incorporate the varied textures of the sand, the waves and the grass into a cuff or a ring.

This picture, taken at a friend’s pool last year, was the inspiration for the Sleeping Beauty Turquoise cuff – from the blue of the pool to the yellows and greens of the sea grass back into the blue of the bay. 

The setting sun in this photo reminds me of the shape of the cap on the Sleeping Beauty Turquoise cuff. 

You will see how the colors of the scene inspired this month’s TSV. You can also see it in one of my new featured items, the Sleeping Beauty Turquoise watch. 

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise cuffs in 14k gold and sterling

As many of you know, I love designing (and wearing!) cuffs and this upside-down design of this cuff has quickly become one of my favorites. It has an easy elegance that feels as good as it looks, and I predict you will reach for it every day. Wear one for a simple statement or stack them up as I often do, combining 14k gold clad together with the sterling. Best of all, the berge texture is a distinctive feature that works beautifully with the rest of my collections.

This special watch is available in two different versions – for the true turquoise devotee, we have a bold, fun band and for a more understated look, it is also available in a sleek black leather strap. 

Stones have always been my passion and I am thrilled to introduce the smooth cabochon cut into the design of the cuff. Turquoise is one of those rare stones that looks beautiful in both gold and silver.  Plus, you will find that it works just as well with your summer wardrobe as it does with your favorite LBD this winter. Making these turquoise caps even more special is their origin – they are from a limited quantity of remaining stones from the now closed Sleeping Beauty mines.

Unique, beautiful, versatile and classic, the Sleeping Beauty Cuff is truly the perfect combination.

I look forward to seeing you on our upcoming shows on August 28th from 12-2am, 3-5am, 10am-12pm, 2-4pm, and 10pm-12am.  And additionally, on August 30th from 3-5pm and 7-9pm.

With love,

Judith