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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

On 7/11/2014 Goldreich said:

All I know is that everything she makes is OVERPRICED! Fine jewelry with real gold and real diamonds can be bought at prices that she charges for costume jewelry. That is what she is selling to you- costume jewelry. I can't for the life of me understand why so many like her jewelry, it's always textured, thick. bulky, big and overdone. JR designs like Victoria Wieck ---you pay for her name and neither one can make a dainty, elegant item. Lots of women like jewelry that is understated and sized down but, she never brings anything remotely close to refined.

As for beautiful jewelry with fake stones try Xavier, Jean Dousset Harry Winston-- these designers make beautiful costume jewelry at a much better price.

Goldreich, the TSV earrings are 1/2" by 1/2" which is rather small. While I do agree that the prices have gotten completely OTT the past couple of years especially, I am a big JR fan who manages to find some good deals with Lunchtime Specials, etc. These days it is very hard to find gold and gemstones/Diamonds for anything except JR's highest prices here on the Q. I also agree that Jean Dousset makes some fabulous stuff, though the CZs are quite extravagant, too. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! ~Peach

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On 7/11/2014 SemperFi Beauty said: I'm normally not interested in JR or the things I like are way out of my price range. However I picked up the ruby heart ring that is new. Since my birthday is next week, it's a present to myself. Hopefully it doesn't disappoint.

Yea SemperFi Beauty!! May you receive a Ruby heart ring that you love!! Happy Birthday early and please add your review on the July all review thread when you receive. Thanks for posting~Peach

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On 7/12/2014 Vickie00 said:

I picked up the former TSV Pearl and 14k Clad Interchangeable Necklace. I've had it in my wishlist and a couple days ago there was a note that the price was changing. I assumed QVC was increasing the price again, but was pleasantly surprised it is now at an event price of $299 with Free S&H so I picked it up.

Hi Vickie00, that clad interchangeable necklace is AMAZING! {#emotions_dlg.wub} I have it and love it and didn't realize there was a new price. Good for you!! Yea for a better, fair price and free shipping!!! Please review when you receive it... Thanks for sharing~Peach

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

On 7/12/2014 LuckyPeach said:
On 7/12/2014 Vickie00 said:

I picked up the former TSV Pearl and 14k Clad Interchangeable Necklace. I've had it in my wishlist and a couple days ago there was a note that the price was changing. I assumed QVC was increasing the price again, but was pleasantly surprised it is now at an event price of $299 with Free S&H so I picked it up.

Hi Vickie00, that clad interchangeable necklace is AMAZING! {#emotions_dlg.wub} I have it and love it and didn't realize there was a new price. Good for you!! Yea for a better, fair price and free shipping!!! Please review when you receive it... Thanks for sharing~Peach

Considering the TSV price was $428 I am very happy I waited. Sometimes that doesn't work out. I still cry over missing the Pink Opal Aurora cuff. But I did purchase the MOP one when it was first offered and that is such a neutral I get a lot of wear out of it.

And like you stated to another poster, I have picked up some good pieces at LTS prices. You definitely have to be quick on those.

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

Vickie00, Just wanted to say that I've seen the Pink Opal Aurora cuff both wide and skinny "Over There" (major auction site) quite a few times. You might want to keep an eye out and eventually it will be yours! Gosh, I forgot that the interchangeable was that much. I got the clad with the idea that I'd get the silver when the price went down but now I don't know. I have all of the interchangeables from the past, all silver (there were two, maybe three incarnations) and now I'm thinking of a second clad one. Not sure, still thinking. I hate to see that all of the add-ons are still so high. Did you notice that there are single hinged links in silver and clad just introduced? $50 for one link - oye! And yes, love LTS! Take care~Peach

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

I think the TSV earring and I saw a pretty little anklet with a star that looks nice. But my big splurge is this bangle. I'm not much of a clad nor diamonique girl, but love the scale of this.

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

Hi LuckyPeach!

How have you been feeling lately? I almost forgot to tell you that enchincea is also a natural antibiotic . You can pick it up in most drug stores. I myself am on some antibiotics for a bacterial infection that I picked up in the hospital, for an overnight stay for tests. I had a scare that just turned out to be stress related. The doctors thought that I was having a stroke, because my face was going numb and tingling. Thank God my CT scan and MIR came back negative. I never knew stress could make your face go numb too?

I already ordered the TSV earrings in silver, and they are so beautiful!! They go so well with the cherries necklace that was a LTS on Judith's last visit. I also purchased and already received Judith's Hamsa charm J-295554. It's such a pretty charm and sparkles so brilliantly! I also picked up J-288081 JR oval and baguette ring from clearance....spectacular ring! It's like the rays of the sun....the baguettes dance with the light!

Judith Ripka Sterling 1/2 ct tw Diamonique Hamsa Charm - J295554Judith Ripka Sterling 7.7ct Oval & Baguette Diamonique Cocktail Ring - J288081

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

Hi Peach, Sorry to interrupt the JR discussion, but I wonder if you might give me some more specifics on the ultra sound gizmo you have. Do you have a brand name? Does it have immediate results? Or does it take a bit before it kicks in? I'm looking for non drug relief for fibro. Most of the time I'm good now, but there are times when a bit more help would be welcome! I trust what you and Wishd have to say , as I know your credentials! Thank you and enjoy this weekend's shows! :-)
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LuckyPeach, thanks for the idea of the ultra sound gizmo. I've had PT use that over the years but not recently. If it will help the pain I'm very willing to get one. The pain just over takes me & I can't leave my chair unless its extremely necessary. I'm there today.....I had things I wanted to do but just can't. People don't realize how painful MS & other conditions are. It would be so fantastic to have at least part of one day not be painful.

I ordered the single garland necklace a couple of nights ago & last night I ordered the white cord in SS.

And I'm so happy that you are feeling better. That the garlic is working for you!

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Re: Let's DISCUSS: Judith Ripka July 2014 visit--what are you getting/interested in?... :)

On 7/12/2014 gardensla said:

I think the TSV earring and I saw a pretty little anklet with a star that looks nice. But my big splurge is this bangle. I'm not much of a clad nor diamonique girl, but love the scale of this.

Gardensla, I have to agree that the scale and design on this cuff is excellent. Congrats on the TSV earring (which color), anklet and this beauty! ... and don't forget to review! ~Peach