A little thank you

GIVEAWAY TIME

As promised, here is the gorgeous bracelet we're giving away this month! It's a sterling silver cuff with an intricate pattern, and as you know, diamonds throughout.  Maybe you've seen it on the site? Year round gorgeousness that will look good with everything. Wear it alone or stack it with other wrist bits and pieces. And for the gentlemen: what special someone wouldn't love being gifted this? 

All you have to do is:

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That's it! One winner will be chosen at random and announced on Sunday, July 1st!

*no purchase necessary*

FREE STUFF!!

Who says you don't get somethin' for nothin'?

Join our mailing list and get a free $25 gift card just for signing up. No, you read that right. In addition to getting said $25 off, you'll be amongst the first to know about exclusive deals, and store sales events!

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Not your grandmother's pearls

Warm weather means espadrilles, cute shorts, and (these days) cropped tops. It also means in with the fun, lightweight summertime jewelry!

This month's A-list Must Have of the Month is the adorable Pearls by the Yard necklace. A sterling silver cable link chain with 27 tiny white pearls. 16″-18″ length.

Pearls are no longer for tea time and bouffants - grandma's favorite accessory has gotten a major update! Wear a single strand for a delicate, ladylike look, a 'la Angelina Jolie, or layer tens of strands for a night out - think, "What Would Madonna Do?"

Long or short, delicate or chunky, and running the gamut of colors, pearls are back in a big way. And no matter how they're worn, they ooze elegance, romance, and an all-around, pulled togetherness. Let's face it; some days we need all the help we can get. Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn, slip on a strand, and feel just a little bit classier. And with the Pearls by the Yard A-list price of $49, you don't have to have to break the bank to do so.

Necklaces not your thing? Check out the gorgeous pearl earrings and bracelets in stock.

And the winner is...

As you know, we're been one of the proud members of the Birmingham Jewelers Association and have been participating in the Annual High School Jewelry Competition that began in April. The awards ceremony was held on Monday at the Birmingham Community House. You voted for your favorite pieces and the results are in!

Congratulations, Ellie!

Ellie won first place for her gorgeous piece entitled, "Upside Down Becomes Right Side Up" 

Here are some photos from the night's events

 Some of our fellow Jewelers of Birmingham members

 Some of the talented high school students

 Photos courtesy of the Jewelers of Birmingham

Congratulations to all the students - We look forward to this competition every year, and the entries were truly inspiring.

The High School Jewelry Competition entries are now on display!

Stop by the Jewelers of Birmingham stores to see the local high school student jewelry pieces now on display! As we mentioned, we are a member of the Jewelers of Birmingham and have been participating in this event since 2006. It is a great way to showcase local student talent and support area high schools.

Local high school juniors and seniors submit their original jewelry pieces for a chance to win $500, $250, and $100 prizes. Pieces are displayed in Birmingham jewelry stores from April 18 - May 2, with the awards ceremony on May 7 at the Birmingham Community House.

Come by and see some of the amazing pieces designed and created by talented local students, support the arts, and vote for your favorite!

Here are the 4 pieces on display at Astrein's

Amazing, right?

 "Ring" by Alex Eaton

 "Carribean Conch" by Tara Van Cleave

 Honorable Mention "Flower Bouquet" by Mollie Hansen

"Necklace" by Stefan Withrow

The 2012 Michigan Humane Society Bow Wow Brunch

Tickets to the 23rd Annual Michigan Humane Society Bow Wow Brunch are on sale! 

Hurry and reserve your tickets to this amazing event. Proceeds from the sale will go towards the continuation of providing services to animals in need: finding homes, veterinary care, community outreach, and sterilization services. The Michigan Humane Society's (MHS) goal is to eradicate animal homelessness, and with help, we believe we will get there. 

The Bow Wow Brunch is on Sunday, April 29th and begins at 11:30 a.m. at the Dearborn Inn, with a champagne reception. Other events include a gourmet brunch, silent auction, and live auction. And of course the event wouldn't be complete without our furry friends; there will also be a chance to get to know some of MHS's adoptable animals. We donated a sterling silver cuff bracelet so participate in the auctions for your chance to own a beautiful piece and contribute to the cause.


Tickets to the Bow Wow Brunch begin at $200 and seating is limited. To reserve your tickets, call 1-866-MHUMANE 

Or you can purchase them online here


Here are a few photos from last year's event from the MHS website

Read more about the Bow Wow Brunch and the Michigan Humane Society here.

Come Out and Support Local Student Art

It's time for the Annual High School Jewelry Competition!

We're a member of the Jewelers of Birmingham organization and we've participated in this student competition since 2006. Local high school juniors and seniors submit their original jewelry pieces for a chance to win $500, $250, and $100 prizes. Pieces are displayed in Birmingham jewelry stores from April 18 - May 2, with the awards ceremony on May 7 at the Birmingham Community House. Best part? You get to vote for your favorite design! We're betting each piece is nothing short of amazing, but you can vote for your personal fave anyway.

Come by and see some of the amazing pieces designed and created by talented local students, support the arts, and vote for your favorite!