Tracy Matthews Custom Jewelry Archives

Great video on how to save some money if you are getting married

Click here to Watch the Video Just for fun, I created a little video for those of you who are getting engaged or who are in “getting married” mode. Expenses add up quickly when you are planning a wedding, so I thought I would share an insider tip on saving a little money in the…

Perfectly Imperfect-My Favorite People Volume 3

OK, I know what you are thinking-this couple is gorgeous so how could I describe them as “perfectly imperfect?” Well, there is a good explanation, but one that is part of the story of Jen and Mike, so you’ll have to keep reading on. Jen was a client of mine back in my San Francisco…

What type of man are you marrying? Weathered or Hammered?

Image courtesy of Michelle Turner Wedding season is in full swing and if you are getting married this summer, you are certainly working on the final details. Let’s face it ladies, your man probably could care less about cake flavors and table linens and I am sure you are getting this response when you ask…

How I turned something old into something new (and saved my client a ton of money in the process)

Over the years, many of us start to build an amazing collection of jewelry. Our parents gift us things for important birthdays and events, a love buys us a special gift that was coveted until the relationship crumbled, we splurged on something expensive and special that we swore we would wear all the time but…

My Favorite People – Volume 1

I love my clients! So much so that I am starting a new series about some of my favorite couples and clients that I have worked with. When I switched my business model a few years ago from a wholesale jewelry business to offering my design services to private clients, I never realized that I…

A New Way to Wear Gunmetal

Amethyst Studs Preppy, Punk! Reverse set amethyst sparkles in this unexpected eco-silver and gunmetal setting. Playing on elements of classic and forward, these one-of-a-kind studs are sure to be something that you wear now and forever. Did I mention these are one-of-a-kind? Don’t waste any time! Stones: 9x7mm fancy cut amethyst Materials: renewed eco-silver coated…

Ten or Twenty

Ten – Twenty I love hoop earrings. Literally they have been a daily wardrobe staple for me since high school. When I started designing jewelry right out of college, hoops were one of the first things that I added to my collections! Hoop Earrings have always been one of the best selling categories for me,…

Free Hoops

Get These Hoops for Free Just because, I am giving away one pair these awesome Gold Vermeil Hoops (check it out over to the right)! Awesome for yourself or awesome for a gift and the best part…duh dut dah duhhh… they are worth $140 bucks! Here is how to enter to win this Sweet Contest…