Posts Tagged “handmade”

Hard Vitreous Enamel ...  a lost art.
Mar 2nd 2018

Hard Vitreous Enamel ... a lost art.

Handmade and engraved Sterling Silver Enamel Earrings. Hard Vitreous enameling dates back at least to the age of the great Egyptian Pharaohs. The ancient technique is nearly a lost art. Only a hand full of artisans worldwide continue the ancient tech…

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"Going backwards and proud of it!"
Feb 20th 2018

"Going backwards and proud of it!"

"Going backwards and proud of it! is a statement we often make. The statement reflects our commitment to carrying on the human tradition of making fine quality handmade jewelry. No Computers. No CAD. No CAM. No CAD-CAM. Only hands at Bowman Originals…

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Cutting Stones for Bracelet Slides
Sep 29th 2017

Cutting Stones for Bracelet Slides

Cutting stones for a Bracelet Slide is tedious and time consuming. For smaller jobs we use  the 1930's version of a Sears Craftsman Stone Cutter. It is belt driven by an old electric motor at 1750 rpm. The advantage of the belt driven arrangemen…

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Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!
Sep 25th 2017

Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!

Cutting rough stone material can be challenging. Decisions have to be made. Do I slice it here .... or there? Will the color be enhanced or lost as I cut and polish. We value and respect each and every rough stone. We strive to cut the material to pr…

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Onyx - Meta Physical Properties
Aug 11th 2017

Onyx - Meta Physical Properties

Onyx is known as the "Stone of Inspiration and Strength". Onyx helps relieve stress and pain. It promotes emotional balance and self - control. It is often used to fight against nervous system disorders, depression, insomnia and heart disease. C…

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