UPDATE: Our annual Trollbeads Mother’s Day Special Event has been extended through May 13, 2012! You already know that this is the perfect time to stock up on Trollbeads goodies, so here are the great deals you can expect:
- Receive a FREE sterling silver or colorful leather bracelet with the purchase of a decorative clasp ($46 value)
- Gift of one FREE Italian glass Trollbead with the purchase of any three Trollbeads ($31 value)
- Receive 50% OFF all Trollbeads rings ($45- $120 value) *while supplies last
Want to get an even better value for your purchases? Be sure to pick up one of our new Trollbeads Rewards Cards (available April 28)! When you purchase 12 beads ($31 value), we will give you a FREE Italian glass Trollbead ($31 value)! We look forward to seeing you then!
A Diamond in the rough… The Four C’s… A girl’s best friend… A symbol of ‘forever’… Diamonds are some the rarest, most coveted materials in the world. Join Atlanta Diamond Design founder and owner, Izzy Israeli, for an evening of exploration into the world of these glamorous stones. Classes are held once a month; our next class is Tuesday, May 15 at 7pm at the Avenue Forsyth. Classes are open to 10 people at a time and all attendees will receive a FREE jeweler’s 10x loupe for attending. Classes are free and spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call us today at 770.751.9555 to reserve your spot!
We all know that the next few months are full of important events, including Mother’s Day, graduations and Father’s Day. This year, take advantage of our great offers to provide gorgeous gifts for your loved ones. During the month of May, we are offering 20% off our ENTIRE in-stock lines of Johns Medeiros Jewelry and Skagen Watches. You won’t want to miss out on this great value, so come in today!
Interested in making some quick cash? Sell your metal!
The price of gold is currently high, but it won’t stay that way forever. Get rid of your broken, mismatched or unused gold and silver jewelry for cash! We do the work – you get the reward! We will be happy to provide a free quote for the value of your items. If you decide to sell, we will pay you on the spot! Have questions? Give us a call at 770.751.9555.
If you are like a lot of our customers, you have beautiful jewelry that is precious to you but you haven’t found the time to get your jewelry appraised (for insurance purposes). We understand that you are busy and that it may not seem like a priority, but it should be. Having fine jewelry is no different than having any other precious item; it needs regular check ups and it needs to be insured should an accident, loss or theft occur. An appraisal will help your insurance company be aware of the value of your things so that they are properly insured. It is frustrating and upsetting to lose a piece of jewelry or be subject to a crime; you don’t want the added burden of fighting to obtain your rightful compensation.
If you have never had your jewelry appraised or if you haven’t had an appraisal in the last few years, please come see us. The process is quick and requires no appointment. You will meet with one of our jewelers, who will assess your jewelry while you wait. We will complete the process by typing an official copy and mailing it to you. It’s quick, it’s simple and it will provide peace of mind.
What: Appraisal
When: As Soon as Possible
Why: To make sure that your jewelry is correctly insured
Cost: $30 per piece
You’ve been waiting patiently and the event is finally at hand: our annual Trollbeads Mother’s Day Special Event will be held May 3 – 6, 2012! You already know that this is the perfect time to stock up on Trollbeads goodies, so here are the great deals you can expect:
- Receive a FREE sterling silver or colorful leather bracelet with the purchase of a decorative clasp ($46 value)
- Gift of one FREE Italian glass Trollbead with the purchase of any three Trollbeads ($31 value)
- Receive 50% OFF all Trollbeads rings ($45- $120 value) *while supplies last
Want to get an even better value for your purchases? Be sure to pick up one of our new Trollbeads Rewards Cards (available April 28)! When you purchase 12 beads ($31 value), we will give you a FREE Italian glass Trollbead ($31 value)! We look forward to seeing you then!
Is your Trollbeads Wish List ready for Mother’s Day? If it’s not, be sure to attend our Trollbeads Wish List Party, which will be held Saturday, April 28 (Johns Creek and Cumming) and Sunday, April 29 (Cumming only). We will provide goodies to eat while you update your wish list. That’s not all though. We are excited to announce that our Trollbeads Rewards Card will be available then! Using your card, purchase 12 beads (of $31 value) and we will give you a FREE glass Trollbead ($31 value)! As a special thank you, we will punching the first TWO spaces on your card during this great event! If you bring a friend this weekend, we’ll give you another punch! This is a great opportunity that you won’t want to miss!
Atlanta Diamond Design now offers Interest Free Financing for up to 12 months! Want to know more? Visit our store for details!
A Diamond in the rough… The Four C’s… A girl’s best friend… A symbol of ‘forever’… Diamonds are some the rarest, most coveted materials in the world. Join Atlanta Diamond Design founder and owner, Izzy Israeli, for an evening of exploration into the world of these glamorous stones. Classes are held once a month; our next class is Tuesday, April 17 at 7pm at the Avenue Forsyth. Classes are open to 10 people at a time and all attendees will receive a FREE jeweler’s 10x loupe for attending. Classes are free and spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call us today at 770.751.9555 to reserve your spot!
During the months of April and May, a percentage of all sales from both stores will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project, whose mission is to “foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation’s history”. We are so excited to join forces with an organization that honors and empowers our wounded warriors; we offer a heartfelt THANK YOU to our armed forces!
If you are interested in learning more or donating directly to the Wounded Warrior Project, please click here.
Are you ready to pop the question or dreaming of the day you say “I Do”? Let Atlanta Diamond Design be your destination for all things Wedding! We are holding a Bridal and Wedding event April 20-21, so come view our expanded selection of engagement rings and wedding bands or let us design the perfect ring for your beloved! We will be offering FREE cleanings on all jewelry and will take $200 off your custom design order! Don’t forget your wedding party – we’ve got great ideas for groomsmen and a whole range of gorgeous, affordable jewelry for bridesmaids and special guests. Come share the love with Atlanta Diamond Design!
Thanks to the recent warm weather and the blooming flowers, we here at Atlanta Diamond Design are feeling springy! We are getting ready for longer days, vacations and of course – spring cleaning. When you are cleaning out your dust bunnies – we’ve got ‘em too- don’t forget to look through your jewelry box. If you happen to find some broken or unworn jewelry, bring it in and give it new life! We will be holding TWO Restyling Events at Atlanta Diamond Design! Swing by our Cumming location March 9-11 or stop by our Johns Creek store March 16-17.
A Restyling Event lets you put existing diamonds or colored stones in a new setting. For this event, we will have 1000 different rings available in-store. We will also have a large selection of loose stones available for purchase. All stone setting, ring sizing and other labor will be FREE during our events (when you make a purchase of one of our settings)! Our professional jewelers will personally reset stones on the spot! You get to take your new jewelry home the same day! Your new jewelry will be even more attractive when we give you credit for you broken or unused gold and silver!
This is a FANTASTIC opportunity to make your wedding band more fashionable, make a fun new cocktail ring from existing stones or refashion an heirloom piece into something new for the kids. It is great value and a great experience, so don’t miss it! We always welcome walk-ins, however, we would love to make an appointment to ensure adequate time to assist you. Please call us at 770.751.9555 to reserve your time!
Treat your Valentine right this year! We are offering a great selection of promotions and goodies to share with your special someone – whether that is a partner or yourself! Please click on the link below to learn more!
Calling all Trollbeads Divas (aka Trollies)! The New Spring 2012 beads are available for sale! Trollbeads has also retired nearly 60 current beads to make room for other new beads this year. Now is a great time to update your wish list!
As you may have read in our previous post, 2012 is starting with a bang here at Atlanta Diamond Design! January and February are full of great events and promotions, some of which we’d like to share in greater detail.
During the month of January, we are offering two-for-one appraisals! You can get any two pieces of jewelry appraised for only $30!
This and next month, when you make a purchase at our Johns Creek location, we will donate a portion of our profits to support Steve Tyber as he runs in the Team in Training Publix Georgia Marathon for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tyber, good friend to staff members Alison and Amichai, is running to help put an end to both of these serious diseases. To learn more about his fundraising efforts, or if you are interested in pledging money without making a purchase, you can visit his website here.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we are offering a Trollbeads Special Event (Formerly Trunk Show) February 10-14! This is a great opportunity to stock up on new beads, get some of the recently retired beads and get great specials on it all!
*When you buy 3 beads, you get 1 FREE glass bead ($31 value)
*Receive a FREE sterling silver bracelet with the purchase of a decorative clasp
*Receive a FREE Trollbeads Trinket box with a minimum purchase of $150
During February, we are offering a very special promotion! When you make a qualifying purchase at either store, you will receive artisan chocolates and a bottle of champagne!
If you would like more information on our current promotions, click here to see our email!
Interested in re-doing or re-designing your ring, earrings or pendant? We will be having a Restyling Event in March, during which time you can get the jewelry you’ve always wanted! During these events, we offer same-day service and offer you the opportunity to pay with any broken or unused metals that you may have!
2011 was a year of significant changes and growth for Atlanta Diamond Design. On a personal level, some of us dealt with losses, moving and joyous family occasions; on a professional level, we doubled our staff and felt the bittersweet realities of opening a second store. Throughout it all, we have remained excited about sharing our capabilities with a broad audience and are examining how we can continually better our business for you, our customer. We thank every person who has done business with us; the relationships we have with our customers and the support you provide is invaluable.
That said, we have big plans for 2012. We are updating our sales system, offering new classes and special events and showcasing new jewelry. If you live in the areas surrounding Johns Creek or Cumming, hopefully you will notice our ads in your local paper, on the web or on a billboard as you drive. As we grow, we will continue to hone our special skills: jewelry and watch repair services and custom designed jewelry. We are working hard to provide you with the knowledge, selection and good relationship that expect when caring for or purchasing jewelry.
We wish you a very happy 2012!
January and February Events for 2012*
January: Trollbeads releases its much-anticipated Chinese Zodiac Beads in honor of Chinese new year!
January 20: Atlanta Diamond Design is presenting at the Lambert High School DECA Prom Fashion Show.
January 24: Izzy’s Diamond Class – New! Starting January, Atlanta Diamond Design owner Izzy Israeli will be hosting a diamond class! Whether you are thinking of proposing or want to know more about the glittering world of diamonds, this is the class for you! Each student will get a free jewelry loupe. Class will last approximately 1 hour; one class will be offered per month. Class size is limited, so give us a call if you’d like to join! 770.751.9555 (Held at the Avenue Forsyth location)
February: Jewelry, Chocolate and Champagne! When you make qualifying jewelry purchases, you get a gift of chocolates and champagne! What better way to say “I Love You” this Valentine’s Day?
February 10-14: Trollbeads Special Event (formerly Trunk Show)! The time has come again – get specials on beads, see new releases and update your wish list!
Don’t forget: Now through the end of January, Atlanta Diamond Design at the Avenue Forsyth is supporting Children’s Healthcare of Forsyth in their efforts to raise money for a children’s transport ambulance. When you donate $5 at our store, you get a gemstone grab bag. Every grab bag contains a gemstone; two lucky people will get a 1/2 carat diamond!
We have a new Facebook page just for our Trollbeads! Click Here!
(*Subject to change)
This December, we have some great ways to stock up on beautiful jewelry and accessories for the holidays.
Trollbeads
*Purchase a silver bracelet and a clasp and receive a FREE glass bead! (Glass bead $31 value)
*Gift with purchase: Spend $100, receive a Trollbeads jewelry roll for FREE!
*Gift with purchase: Spend $350, receive a Trollbeads jewelry box for FREE!
Love the Trollbeads Jewelry Box? You can purchase one for only $90! It is a great way to safely keep all of your beautiful Trollbeads jewelry!
John Medeiros
*Gift with purchase: Spend $100, receive a pair of John Medeiros Hoop Earrings for FREE!
*Gift with purchase: Spend $200, receive a John Medeiros Jewelry Box for FREE!
Sara Blaine, Scratch and our other beautiful jewelry:
*Gift with purchase: Spend $250 and receive a plush Jewelry Roll!
Please note, all offers while supplies last. We look forward to seeing you soon!
You loved it, so we are bringing it back… our very own antiques jewelry show! We are hosting this special event on Saturday (December 3rd), from 10-5. We are inviting you to bring in 2 antique pieces of jewelry to be verbally appraised, for FREE, by expert appraiser Steven Turner. Time slots are limited to 10 minutes and 2 pieces per person. We do ask that you reserve a time slot as this event will fill up quickly. Just a friendly reminder, we also buy gold and will be happy to give you money then or credit your gold towards an in-store purchase! Call now to reserve your time slot: 770.751-9555.
Ladies, get ready to shine! Atlanta Diamond Design at the Avenue Forsyth is hosting a ladies’ night out this Thursday, December 1, 2011! Come enjoy a night of diamonds and drinks while leaving your handbag – and hubby – at home! Bring your girlfriends any time between 5 -8pm and come try on any and all jewelry in our store, including our custom pieces and designer lines. (Playing dress up was never this fun!) No purchases will be allowed, but you won’t leave empty handed; you will be entered to win door prizes and will receive a gift bag of goodies to enjoy at home! If you find a piece of jewelry that you just can’t live without, don’t worry… we’ll put it on a special wish list just for you! We hope you’ll join us for this fun-filled evening with friends! RSVP is encouraged; you can reach us by phone at 770.751.9555. We can’t wait to see you!
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Atlanta Diamond Design at The Avenue Forsyth
in Cumming, Georgia is Now Open!!!
We are to announce that our new, second location at the Avenue Forsyth in Cumming, Georgia is now open for business! The new showroom – and jewelry within – is gorgeous! We invite you to come visit us and let us show you why we continue to be your neighborhood jeweler!
In honor of our grand opening, we are hosting several special events:
Friday, November 11 – Sunday, November 13:
Featuring Trollbeads – the original bead company. This event is the perfect time to start a new bracelet! Purchase a silver bracelet and a clasp and receive Italian glass bead ($31 value.) Buy 3 beads and receive a free glass bead ($31 value). Special discount on Silver and Gold beads. Bead making demos Saturday afternoon!
Friday, November 18-Sunday, November 20:
Featuring Skagen watches and Sara Blaine jewelry. Free Travel Jewelry Roll-Up with a purchase of $250 or more.
Black Friday – Sunday, November 27:
Featuring John Medeiros Jewelry – Receive a free pair of hoop earrings with a purchase of $100 or more.
From Now until Christmas: Share the Gift of Giving!
Donate $5 to the Children’s Transport Ambulance for Children’s Healthcare of Forsyth and receive a Gemstone grab bag! Every grab bag contains a semi-precious gemstone and two lucky people will win a 1/2 carat diamond! Set your new gemstone into a ring, pendant or set of earrings while you wait! Or, exchange the gemstone for a $20 gift certificate good towards a future purchase*.
(*Please note: some exclusions apply. See gift certificate for details.)
The new location will be open 7 days a week and will have extended holiday hours beginning Black Friday. We can’t wait to see you there!
(Building and event pictures coming soon!)
Atlanta Diamond Design is now a donation site for the Marine Toys For Tots Program! We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys from now until mid-December for children in Georgia. Not only will you be helping a child celebrate the holiday season, you will receive a $25 gift certificate for your donation! (Certificate good towards purchase, not valid for service or repair.) This is a great way to give back to the Georgia community. If you would like to know about the philanthropic efforts of Toys For Tots, please visit their website
Atlanta Diamond Design is pleased to announce that we raised $1300 in support of local walkers for Atlanta’s Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure. During the months of June, July and August, Atlanta Diamond Design withheld a portion of our profits in order to support those in the fight against breast cancer. Terri Israeli, owner of Atlanta Diamond, lost her own mother to breast cancer, so the cause is particularly close to her heart. If you are looking to show your support for breast cancer research, we have a number of specially designated pink items for sale in our store. We thank all of our fantastic customers who, with their purchases, allowed us to make this wonderful donation. Thank you!
Atlanta Diamond Design received a very special honor this week. We were able to host a brief visit from Michael J. Belleveau, new US Trollbeads CEO. Belleveau, who was in Atlanta promoting Trollbeads at Oprah Winfrey’s “O You!” event, was able to spend an hour in our store to meet the staff and share his vision for Trollbeads in the United States. As one of Atlanta’s most successful Trollbeads retailers, we were thrilled to exchange ideas for expanding the company and reaching new clients with this fantastic line of jewelry.
For more information about Trollbeads and new US CEO Michael Belleveau, please click on the following link: Trollbeads Announces New US CEO
Exciting news at Atlanta Diamond Design! We will be holding a Restyling Event here at the store on October 14 and 15. This is a FANTASTIC opportunity to have a new piece of jewelry at a great price. We all know times are tough, but you deserve a treat and this is the ideal opportunity to get a great value.
A Restyling Event lets you put existing diamonds or colored stones in a new setting. For this event, we will have over 300 different rings available in-store. We will also have a large selection of loose stones available for purchase. All stone setting, ring sizing and other labor will be FREE for those two days (when you make a purchase of one of our settings), whether you purchase our stones or supply your own! Our professional jewelers will personally reset stones on the spot! You get to take your new jewelry home the same day!
So what does this mean for you? It means an opportunity to make your wedding band more fashionable, make a fun new cocktail ring from existing stones, refashion an heirloom piece into something new for kids or grandchildren or convert that former wedding ring into a “right hand ring” that can be enjoyed without the commitment. It means a great value and a great experience, whether you’re a new customer or one of our treasured long term patrons.
This is truly a great opportunity but it is a limited time event, so be sure to take advantage! We always welcome walk-ins, however, we would love to make an appointment to ensure adequate time to assist you. If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call us at 770.751.9555.
If you have been waiting to begin your holiday gift-buying or want to accessorize your fall wardrobe, the time has come! We are hosting a Trollbeads Special Event on September 22-24 and would be thrilled to see you! As always, we will have fantastic offers, including:
*Get a FREE bracelet with the purchase of a specialty clasp
*Purchase 3 beads, get 1 FREE ($31 value)
*$25 off a Fantasy Pendant Necklace
*Receive $100 off a gold bead worth $500 or more
These great deals are only available during this event, so you do not want to miss out!
We have the new Fall collection, the new People’s Bead, the US World Tour Collection and all of your classic favorites. There is truly something for everyone.
Can’t make it to our event? Come by anytime between now and September 15, 2011 to receive a FREE Trollbeads tote bag with any $100 Trollbeads purchase! Not only are they cute, these bags are great for school, work or weekend fun.
Drum roll, please… The Trollbeads Fall 2011 Collection is now available!
We know that you have been patiently waiting and they are finally here! This new collection features over 20 glass and silver beads, all in colors perfect for celebrating Autumn’s cool weather and fun activities.
Sparkling Goldstone captures the radiance of the changing colors… ‘Fireflies’ flicker year-round on a beautiful bracelet… ‘Flower Clouds’ reminds us of a thick quilt that offers warm protection against cool evenings.
As every fan can attest, Trollbeads is known for its highly artistic designs and detailed craftsmanship. Several permanent, skilled designers contribute to the ever-changing collection; three years ago, Trollbeads began an annual design competition open to their followers to design a bead that would speak for the populace. The winner of this year’s People’s Bead Competition is Hong Kong resident Denise Tong. Her “Rolling Waves” design, inspired by the destructively powerful tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, was chosen from over 4,000 submissions based on sleek design and symbolic message that nature is both life-affirming and wildly unpredictable: “The ocean has given us many wonderful things… yet it can also bring about mighty power to do harm…” Says Denise, “We are indeed very small; and we have to be humble and respect nature”. The “Rolling Waves” bead is now available for sale at Atlanta Diamond Design and is perfect for anyone who appreciates nature’s awesome power.
Ladies and gentlemen, you may start your cheering! Trollbeads’ Fall Release is scheduled for this Friday! We cannot show pictures at this time but trust us… You will definitely want to add these beads to your collection!
Mark your calendars! We are hosting a John Medeiros Trunk Show on August 26 and 27. John Medeiros jewelry is intricately crafted using a combination of materials which results in affordable, beautiful jewelry. We invite you to get lost in the splendor of
sparkling earrings, dazzling necklaces and glittering bracelets. Not only will you enjoy original designs and affordable fashion; when you spend $100, you will receive a FREE jewelry box in which to store your treasures. We look forward to seeing you!
It is already August again – can you believe it? While we are not quite willing to let go of the warm weather, we are energized for an Autumn full of special events and big changes for Atlanta Diamond Design. As we mentioned earlier, we are opening a new store at the Avenue at Forsyth in Cumming, Georgia! In preparation for the new store’s opening, we have been working extra hard scouting new products, enhancing our design capabilities and introducing interesting new opportunities for our customers. One event that we began recently was our very own “Antiques Show” Event.
We brought in an expert appraiser, Steve Turner, to provide our customers with free, 10 minute verbal appraisals for up to 2 pieces of jewelry. We also showcased our own antique and estate jewelry, which made for a day of fun and learning all around. Due to its success, this opportunity will be available again this Fall, so be sure to check back for more information!
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! We are thrilled to announce that we are opening a new store!!! In addition to our current Johns Creek location, we will have a store at the Avenue Forsyth, in Cumming, Georgia. This new location should be open for business in October 2011, just a few months from now! The new store will have the jewelry you know and love as well as a selection of new and different pieces not seen before. Be sure to check back often for more information regarding our official opening date and special events!
(Note: The original Johns Creek store will continue to offer the same great products and service you already enjoy!)
As a part of our commitment to custom designed jewelry here at Atlanta Diamond Design, we are introducing a new program to further aid our patrons in their jewelry needs. This program will allow our customers to participate in the design process by seeing and changing a virtual model in real time! You can “play” with an extensive library of over 2,300 models and customize the perfect piece. This tool is offered in addition to our current capabilities and will be a great aid for those who want a “hands on” experience in designing their jewelry. Whether a ring for your beloved or a pendant to celebrate a joyous occasion, we will work with you to produce jewelry that will be worn with pride. (Pictures coming soon!)
Summer is in full swing and we are so excited to present a variety of special events at Atlanta Diamond Design. July 22-23, we are hosting a trunk show for Sara Blaine jewelry in conjunction with our very own tax-free weekend. This means that you will get to choose from an even larger-than-normal selection of Sara Blaine jewelry and not have to pay tax on it or anything else in store! We pay your taxes! (Isn’t that a nice thing to hear?)
Sara Blaine is an Alpharetta, Georgia-based designer. Her unique jewelry is made using bronze, silver, gold and semi-precious stones and is handcrafted by skilled artisans. Be sure to stop by our show – you won’t be disappointed!
If you have been eagerly anticipating the release of the United States World Tour Beads from Trollbeads, you wait is over! We have them available for purchase in store now! These WILL go quickly, so hurry in today!
Star Spangled Bead
Stars shine bring through fireworks of red, white and blue, the inspiration for Francis Scott Key’s “The Star Spangled Banner,” a poem written in 1814 that now stands as America’s national anthem.
The White House
More than just the residence of the American Presidents and their families, throught the world, the regal white pillars and unique architectur of The White House are recognized as a symbol of the United States. After surviving fires in 1814 and 1929, The White House symbolizes strength and preserverance.
Old West
Race through the desert, gaze upon purple mountains under spacious skies, let the wild spirit of the land of opportunity fill your soul. As the American Old West passed into history, legends of this region took firm hold in the imaginations of Americans and people the world over.
Pursuit of Happiness
From apple pie and baseball games, to building a foundation and following a dream… in the United States, “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness” are considered unalienable rights. The smiley face has been a pop culture symbol of the pursuit of happiness since the 1950s. The graphic was further popularized in the 1970s in Philadelphia by brothers Bernard and Murray Spain. Have a happy day!
(Note: All information below photo is taken directly from the Trollbeads USA World Tour Release brochure.)
We love Trollbeads. They are beautiful, original and lots of fun. We know other people love their Trollbeads too. Now, even if you own a bracelet that isn’t Trollbeads, you can still enjoy their handcrafted glass beads. Trollbeads has released a series of beads called the Universal Unique beads, which are designed with larger holes to fit all competing bracelets.
These beads truly are unique; they are not currently found in our storybooks and are creations of the artist’s whim. The colors, patterns and textures vary, so we encourage you to come in and see for yourself the beauty of these fantastic new beads.
Exciting news at Atlanta Diamond Design! We will be holding a Restyling Event here at the store on June 24th and June 25th. This is a FANTASTIC opportunity to have a new piece of jewelry at significantly discounted prices!
A Restyling Event lets you put existing diamonds or colored stones in a new setting. For this event, we will have over 300 different rings available in-store. We will also have a large selection of loose stones available for purchase. All stone setting will be FREE for those two days, whether you purchase our stones or supply your own! Our professional jewelers will personally reset stones on the spot! You get to take your new jewelry home the same day!
So what does this mean for you? It means an opportunity to make your wedding band more fashionable, make a fun new cocktail ring from existing stones, refashion an heirloom piece into something new for kids or grandchildren or convert that former wedding ring into a “right hand ring” that can be enjoyed without the commitment.
This is truly a great opportunity but it is a limited time event, so be sure to take advantage! We always welcome walk-ins, however, we would love to make an appointment to ensure adequate time to assist you. If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call us at 770.751.9555.
Special Note: In loving memory of Felicia Stammer (mother of our store owner, Terri), a portion of all sales from this event and sales from the months of June, July and August will be set aside in support of our customers taking part in the Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure Walk in October. We thank you for your support!
Summer has commenced in Atlanta and we have had several customers getting jewelry repaired in anticipation of trips, family gatherings and festive outings. We are excited to hear about our customers’ travels and events; with that thought in mind, we want to share some tips on how to care for your jewelry this summer (and beyond).
- Before you do anything, make sure your jewelry is fully insured! This can be done by getting your jewelry appraised. If you have not gotten an appraisal in the last 2 years, get one! The prices for gold, silver and platinum are very high right now; if your jewelry is under-insured, you will not receive proper compensation for missing items. (We charge $30 per piece for appraisals.)
- Get your jewelry cleaned and checked. We ask people to leave their jewelry with us for 2-3 hours to be cleaned. Allowing your jewelry to soak in an ultrasonic cleaner for that time lets all the dirt, skin, lotions and such to loosen and be more easily removed. When jewelry is clean, it is easier for us to spot any missing stones or worn prongs. Fixing worn or missing prongs and tightening stones is important for the overall “health” of your jewelry. We urge our customers to do this at least two times a year.
- Make sure your jewelry is safe. If you are leaving your fine jewelry at home while traveling, make sure to store it in a secure place. If your jewelry is accompanying you on your journeys, make sure that your hotel, condo or villa has a safe.
- Keep your jewelry and watches out of the water. If you are going to be spending time by the pool or ocean, take your jewelry off and keep it in a safe place. Even if your watch is water resistant, that doesn’t mean you should take it diving or swimming in the pool; water resistance generally means that your watch will function normally after very brief interactions with moisture (such as washing your hands or watering the lawn).
- Make sure your jewelry fits properly.
We would like to offer a big “Congratulations!” to the students in our area who are graduating high school, technical school, college and graduate school. This is a time to honor hard work, celebrate success and to determine the next goal. Great job, all!
While a diploma is often reward enough, gifts from family and friends are always appreciated. Jewelry is a great way to commemorate an achievement and we have many beautiful items for your special someone. Are you at a loss for ideas? Consider a charm bracelet with an engraved diploma charm, a beautiful Skagen watch, or a gold necklace. Want to have something custom made? Refashion a family heirloom or create a ring that can become a new favorite piece. However you would like to honor your graduate, we can help you do it.
We hope that everyone had a lovely Mother’s Day! Our Trollbeads Trunk Show was great fun and we appreciate our fantastic customers who came out to support us and took advantage of the fantastic deals.
For those of you who were not able to make our trunk show or who are interested in something different, we have some specials available for the rest of May. All of our Nicole Barr Jewelry is 50% off the ticketed price. This beautiful silver and enamel jewelry is great for spring and would make a fantastic gift for a special grad, mom, or grandmother. Also, when you buy $100 worth of merchandise, you get a free gift! (This offer is not good on repair services.)
With these great offers in mind, now is a good time to start thinking about a Father’s Day present. We recommend a stylish, sleek Skagen watch, now available at our store. These watches are made with steel or titanium and are lightweight and very slim. We have several styles available, so one is sure to match the man in mind. Each watch comes with a limited lifetime warranty and if that isn’t sweet enough, we offer complimentary gift wrapping! See you soon!
The big event has finally arrived! Our Trollbeads Trunk Show is going on now! Our special offers for this show include:
- Buy 3 beads, get one free
- Get $50 off a two-tone bead
- Buy a silver clasp, get a free silver bracelet
- Get a free gift with $100 purchase
We would love to see you!
As you (hopefully) know, Atlanta Diamond Design is a truly unique store. Not only do we carry some beautiful designer lines of finished jewelry but we also specialize in custom designed jewelry. We have shown in previous posts how we can work with individual customers to create a few pieces of one-of-a-kind jewelry. You might not know that, sometimes, individuals need several pieces of one-of-a-kind jewelry. Recently we created 100 pins for a professional awards ceremony. In the past, we created 100 bracelets for the sales department of a major corporation. We have a lot of experience in meeting the varied needs of our customers.
Whether you are interested in creating a ring for yourself or looking for a great way to honor a group in your company, please consider us for your needs. We are capable of handling a job big or small. We would be happy to create an enduring piece of jewelry for you or your colleagues to enjoy.
Atlanta Diamond Design is hosting a Trollbeads Trunk Show, May 5 through May 7, 2011!
A trunk show is an opportunity to take advantage of specials on beads, win prizes, get gifts and enjoy treats with the family of Atlanta Diamond Design. Even better, this trunk show is just in time for Mother’s Day (May 8 ) – Trollbeads make fantastic gifts!
In the past, we have given away Trollbeads Jewelry Cases and jewelry cleaner for our customers who spent over $200 and offered a free bead ($31 value or less) for every four beads purchased. We have also given away “play trays” and gift certificates to contest winners. We will be offering similar incentives for this show and will continue our promotion of “buy a specialty clasp, get a silver bracelet free”.
We encourage you to check out this exciting event. We have had great fun in the past and are sincerely looking forward to another enjoyable event!
For more information, check out the Trollbeads website.
As a store that specializes in custom creations and does a large number of jewelry repairs daily, we see a lot of broken or poorly “fixed” jewelry come through our door. One customer (we’ll call her Jane) came in with a tanzanite ring that looked especially pitiful. The tanzanite had been glued into the ring, not set in prongs (like it should have been) and the overall design of the ring did nothing to maximize the beauty of the stone. Jane had made purchases on finished products in our store before, but had never had a piece designed for her. She was extremely hesitant to allow us to refashion her ring, despite the fact that it is our specialty.
After considering her options, Jane realized that she did not enjoy the ring as it was and that it was silly to have jewelry she did not like to wear. She finally agreed to let us redesign her ring to better suit her desires. We dismantled the original ring, safely removing the glue from the stone. Then, we redesigned a 2-tone (yellow and white gold) piece that showcases the unique cut and color of the stone. When Jane saw her new ring, she was astounded. All of her initial concerns faded and she enthusiastically agreed that a new ring was an excellent choice.
Jane is definitely not the first customer to have jewelry that no longer excites her like it once did. We routinely update old jewelry or create new pieces using a customer’s preexisting stones. If you have ever thought that your pendant or ring needs a “face lift,” or if you have questions about the process, please contact us. Jane learned that “custom design” doesn’t mean a long, arduous process or a scary price tag. It is a unique, personalized experience that will allow you to have the jewelry you’ve always imagined.
You can see more examples of our custom work on our website! www.atlantadiamond.com
We were recently asked by a young woman on Facebook if cleaning her diamond wedding ring would hurt it. Her husband was concerned that the ring would be damaged; he was not confident in the cleaning solutions he had seen. The couple lives in Pittsburgh, so they can’t come into our store to have the ring cared for, but we wanted to address this concern in case others shared similar concerns.
Answer: Keeping jewelry clean not only helps it look better, it can potentially help you better notice any problems that could arise, such as a worn prong or missing stone. At Atlanta Diamond Design, we encourage people to bring their jewelry in at least two times a year to be thoroughly checked and cleaned. Jewelry stores use an ultrasonic cleaner and steam; this is the most effective way to get all the gunk out of the hard-to-reach spots of a ring. A diamond ring will not be harmed by either the ultrasonic or steam. Cleaning is a free service at our store; we also sell personal sonic cleaners and small containers of cleaning solution, which are appropriate to be used at home. When leaving jewelry to be cleaned, we ask that customers allow us several hours. The longer you can leave it, the cleaner it will be.
Taking your jewelry off while washing dishes, gardening, crafting, or applying creams or lotions is recommended. These activites allow your jewelry to interact with materials that will make it dull and dirty, faster. (Just make sure to put it in a safe spot so that you don’t lose it!)
Note: Some materials, such as opal and coral, can’t handle being cleaned in an ultrasonic. If you have jewelry about which you are concerned, we will be happy to tell you whether or not it can be done.
…And we provide the best.
We at Atlanta Diamond Design produce a lot of unique and interesting pieces, so we were particularly excited when we were approached by new recording artist Wyld Money from New Age Rock Stars (N.A.R.S.) to create a pendant worthy of a rising star. If you’ve ever wondered how a hip-hop artist (or anyone else) gets their jewelry custom-made, here’s the sneak peek!
Diamond pendants are fabulous, but the process to make them isn’t all glitz and glam. A lot of preparation and hard work is involved to make the outstanding jewelry our customers expect. The first step in making a piece of jewelry is to create a 3-D computer rendering, or picture. This is important because our customer sees exactly what they will be getting; it also enables us to make any necessary adjustments without wasting resources.
Based on our customer’s approval of the rendering, we create a wax prototype of the intended jewelry using a mill machine. The wax piece becomes the base for a mold, which is created from a plaster-like substance called investment. While in liquid form, investment is poured around the wax and allowed to dry fully, creating a mold. Finally, the mold is put into a kiln so that the wax burns away.
Once the wax has been burned out of the mold, the metal to be used is heated and poured in, which is known as lost wax casting. Generally speaking, one qualified individual can measure, melt and pour metal for a ring or small pendant with relative ease. Wyld Money’s pendant proved to be a challenge during casting. With approximately 300 grams of 10k white gold comprising the pendant, it earns the recognition of being the largest piece of jewelry that we have created. As it is such a large piece, it required two jewelers, several torches and a lot of patience to get the gold hot enough to liquefy and pour properly. It took four attempts, but we finally got it!
The last steps were setting a dazzling variety of black and white diamonds and polishing the giant pendant in preparation for its adventures onstage with Wyld Money.
We would like to offer a special thanks to Wyld Money and Graham of New Age Rock Stars for their patronage and for allowing us the opportunity to share our work!
Hello All!
We at Atlanta Diamond Design are so excited to begin our new blog! We hope to use this wonderful resource as a means to connect with you, the customer, in a way that is both unique and insightful. We welcome any questions that you may have concerning jewelry manufacturing and care. In the future we will be sharing information about the store, what we do and we will feature our beautiful jewelry! We look forward to strengthening our ties with our community and sharing our passion for beautiful, original jewelry. Cheers!
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