Just in time for the New Year, I have an amazing giveaway to share with you. Wouldn't you love to ring in the new year with stunning new bling? From now until the end of the year, you have the chance to enter to win in the Last Pin-to-Win Contest of the Year from Coronet Diamonds. It's super quick and easy to enter to win . . . simply select your favorite piece of jewelry, enter your email, pin your selection, and follow Coronet Diamonds. The lucky winner will receive $2,000 of Coronet Diamonds Store Credit! Will it be You?
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Are you looking for beautiful jewelry to make your wedding day extra special? Or, maybe you would love to give your mom or future mom-in-law a pretty gift? Or, better yet - how about for the guys to surprise their bride-to-be the morning of the wedding? At Prime Style {where jewelry meets style}, you will find beautiful diamond jewelry at factory prices - anywhere from 50-78% off retail prices. With savings like this, you will be able to splurge a bit more on other areas of your wedding :)
I'm personally loving the uniqueness of each piece of their jewelry {shown above} . . . especially the yellow gold engagement ring and the diamond heart inside the circle pendant. Prime Style has been based in the Diamond District of New York for over 10 years and they ship all over the world. Other perks from ordering with Prime Style, include free shipping. a life time warranty, and the satisfaction that you are buying from a green jewelry manufacturer.
Blue Nile has another facebook giveaway that starts today, February 6th and ends on February 14th, 2013. It's called Share The Love, and along with allowing fans to share a special Valentine's Day message to their friends, fans will also receive a $10 off coupon for their next Blue Nile purchase. PLUS . . . participants will also be entered to win a Pink Morganite & Diamond Ring, as seen on Blake Lively on Gossip Girl.
Share The Love game details:
• There are three special Valentine’s Day cards on Blue Nile’s Facebook page from which fans can choose and share. In order to participate, fans must "Like" the Blue Nile Facebook page.
• For nine days, Facebook fans will have a chance to send a card of their choosing to any of their Facebook friends along with a short message.
• Both the sender and recipient of the card will receive a $10 off coupon toward their next Blue Nile purchase. Users are able to send multiple cards; however, users can only send one card at a time, and they will only receive one $10 off coupon, regardless of the amount of cards sent.
• Users who send a card will be entered to win the Pink Morganite & Diamond Ring as seen on Blake Lively on Gossip Girl.
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Getting insurance for your engagement ring isn't something many people may consider. But, you definitely want to have protection for the precious jewel you are now wearing {and keep looking at} before anything happens to it. I remember 11 years ago when my husband proposed to me he had the ring appraised by a certified gemologist and took out insurance with a company that specializes in jewelry insurance to protect the diamond that now meant so much to us {for us, it cost about $100 per year}. When insuring your diamond this route - you might receive more coverage than with a standard homeowners' policy.
With insurance there's sure to be lots of conflicting and confusing information to sift through. For an unbiased resource to help you make the right decisions you can turn to InsureU. For pretty much any situation, InsureU has tips that will help you and your partner better understand your insurance issues and options.
NAIC’s new #InsureThis? campaign was set up to help brides and newlyweds simplify insurance and be aware of potential issues to consider. And, you can enter to win in the Ultimate Insurance FAIL Sweepstakes. You simply need to share strange or funny FAILs (and learn from others’ mistakes) for a chance to win an Ultimate Apartment Safety Kit, including wireless alarms and other items that may help reduce your renter's insurance premiums. (The kit is valued at $119) The InsureU Ultimate FAIL Sweepstakes is on Facebook but HURRY as it ends on Friday December 21st.
In addition to being breathtakingly beautiful, you have probably also heard that diamonds are one of the hardest natural minerals in the world. However, despite their "hardness" diamond rings worn on a daily basis, such as wedding sets and anniversary rings, need regular care and attention to keep them sparkling and performing at their very best. You may find it surprising to learn that even a tiny smudge of oil from your skin can greatly reduce your diamond ring's shine and brilliance.
Regular cleaning and inspection will improve your diamond’s day-to-day beauty, and it will also protect your investment and ensure you have a lifetime of enjoyment and satisfaction. There are several simple methods available to clean your rings at home; however, you should also have your diamond ring cleaned on a regular basis by your jeweler.
A professional jeweler will use an ultrasonic cleaner or a steam cleaner to clean your ring. A specialized ultrasonic cleaner gently cleans your diamond by using high-frequency sound waves. The sound waves remove the tiniest specks of soil and lint that can cling to the surface of your diamond. A professional jewelry steam cleaner uses pressurized steam to remove built up dirt and oil. In addition to cleaning, your jeweler should inspect your diamond ring for any scratches or loose settings and repair them as needed.
In addition to regular inspections at your jeweler, you should clean your jewelry at home on a weekly basis using the following method. You will need: an ammonia-based household cleaner or jewelry cleaning solution, a small cup or bowl, and a soft, new baby toothbrush. Place your diamond in the small receptacle and fill it with cleaning solution until your diamond is well covered, then let your diamond soak overnight. The following day, take the diamond ring out of the solution and, without rinsing, carefully brush with the toothbrush to get any remaining debris. Be sure to brush the underside of the diamond and carefully clean the prongs and settings. Next use room temperature water to thoroughly rinse your diamond and set it on a paper towel to air dry.
Although an ammonia-based household cleaner is safe to use, there are many household cleaners that can damage your jewelry and should be avoided. Chlorine bleach or abrasive cleaners (including cleansers and toothpaste) must not be used to clean wedding sets or anniversary rings as they can damage the metal and settings.
Finally it is important carefully select the location where you clean your diamond jewelry, and we would advise you to avoid cleaning your jewelry in or near a sink. However, if you must clean your jewelry in the sink, place a cover over the drain to prevent any accidental loss.
These diamond ring cleaning tips are courtesy of Anjolee