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Suitcases filled with pearls puts me in mind of how Jeremy Shepherd got his start. He was an airline attendant who figured out that there was treasure in China - hence the suitcases. I am happy you have joined us here on Pearl Guide.

Hi GemGeek,
I wrote a longer more personal missive, but I don't know how to reach you. Please would you give me suggestions?

There is a lot of bad information online, so having a grounding in the basics from a source you can trust, is a great start. Then, just seeing pearls every chance you get. If you can get to a trade show or NYC, you can see a lot of pearls. If you can take the pearls lab, that would be great, but you'll still need to see a lot of pearls, good and bad.

Hi GemGeek,
Thank you for messaging me! I've enjoyed learning from you over the past 7 months. I appreciate your artistic background as well as your teaching. I just wish you and the mentors were closer to me!

Whicker - I love your name! I hope you enjoy the pearl course. There is always so much to learn.

Thanks for visiting my albums-- I'm glad you liked what you saw.

As to your question about the earring jacket, I simply attached an open jump ring to the top link in the chain. I think it's 5mm or 6mm-- and the earring post simply goes through the ring. So easy to make-- try it! You just have to be sure to get chain that has links large enough that the jump ring can pass through.

BTW, although I used gold filled chain, you can use any chain-- even a secondhand gold plated or silver tone chain from a thrift shop. They won't tarnish, and because they hang free and don't rub on skin, the finish won't wear off, either. Use wire cutters to cut the chain to the size desired.

Welcome to Pearl-Guide!

Hi, I would like to know if you still list natural pearls somewhere like you did on trocadero.com ? I don't seem to be able to find your listings anymore. Thanks ! Isabelle.

Welcome to Pearl-Guide!

I like your profile! Welcome to Pearl-Guide.

Very nice to have you here on Pearl -Guide!

You have such great taste. I love all your pieces and the photos are outstanding. A little bit of peace in a busy world - perusing your pearls!

Thanks for visiting my albums!

Thanks for sharing all the interesting info about yourself! Belated welcome! The "friend" thing is a fairly new addition to this forum, and I tend to forget about it.

p.s. I love your MM quote.

I inherited these 2 pearl necklaces when my mom passed last August, dont know anything about them other than
they were my great great gramas who was born 1901

I inherited these 2 pearl necklaces when my mom passed last August, dont know anything about them other than
they were my great great gramas who was born 1901

Thanks a lot. I hope I friended you. if not, please do.

Hi faffouta, check you inbox, we will be happy to help!

Hey there, I feel welcomed. I have enjoyed this forum thoroughly, and that includes you!