Mexico

Gemstone Guide: Black Onyx We’re back with another installment in our popular gemstone guide series. In the past, we’ve written all about: amethyst, turquoise, amber, red jasper, Larimar, opal, and sodalite. Today we’ll be talking about black onyx. Many people think about bright colors when choosing jewelry. However a deep, dark, and mysterious piece of […]

Cultures around the world have celebrations for the dead around the end of October and beginning of November. In the United States, Halloween is celebrated on October 31st. Known primarily for dressing up in costume and indulging in candy and other goodies, this fun American holiday has lost some of the spirituality at the core […]

Over the past few months, we’ve been highlighting a few of our favorite gemstones, including amethyst, larimer, red jasper, amber, and turquoise. Today we’re going to talk about a lesser-known stone, but one that’s just as unique and beautiful: sodalite! What is Sodalite? No, it’s not a diet cola, wise guy. Sodalite is an incredibly […]

The history of Mexican art and culture can be traced back for nearly 4,000 years! For thousands of years before Columbus arrived, Pre-Columbian civilizations thrived in what is now modern-day Mexico. Today we’ll take a closer look at a few of the most noteworthy cultures, their art, and how their influence can still be found […]

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! It’s the perfect day to do something special for your mom, wife, or other extra special woman in your life. Today we’re going to talk a bit about how to plan the perfect Mother’s Day. We’ll also share a few of our favorite pieces of jewelry that make […]

It’s hard to think of a place in the world more famous for its beautiful silver jewelry than Taxco, Mexico. That’s no coincidence. Silver has a long and rich history in the city whose history extends back to well before Spanish colonization. Get ready to travel back in time and learn about the tradition of […]

You’re probably familiar with gemstones like turquoise, amethyst, and amber. You might even have a few pieces of jewelry that include those beautiful stones. But have you heard of Larimar? It’s one of our favorite gemstones, but it’s also the one that many people aren’t familiar with. And that’s a shame! Larimar is beautiful, versatile, […]

Finding the perfect gift is never easy, and some people are harder to shop for than others! One of the reasons I love living in Zihuatanejo, Mexico is that beautiful handcrafted gifts are always just a short trip away. I love giving people handmade pieces! There’s just something special about a unique, thoughtful gift you […]

What is Amber? Amber is one of our favorite gemstones. It’s versatile and makes a beautiful addition to necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, and other pieces of jewelry. Jewelry lovers around the world appreciate its deep rich, warm, natural, golden-brown color. But where does it come from? Believe it or not, the gemstone we call amber […]

  Photos: Cobalt123, Tim Evanson, Lisa Williams, Woody Hibbard, MexicanSilverStore.com What is Turquoise?  Turquoise is one of the most popular material used in Mexican art and jewelry. But did you know that it’s name is actually French? It was named for the Turks who brought the brilliantly colored mineral with them to France from Turkey […]