I just returned from an exciting trip to the bead shows in Tucson, Arizona.  If you are in the gem and/or jewelry business, everyone in the industry knows that Tucson in February is the place to go.   Whether you're looking for high end diamonds or strange rocks growing in water, there's something there for every jeweler, designer, or rock hound.  After spending 2-1/2 days, hopping from show to show I am feeling newly inspired for 2011 and can't wait to share my designs with you.  Below are a few snapshots from my trip to the desert.

 

The beautiful view from the hotel I was staying at.

 

Saguaro cacti dominated the landscape...too bad I couldn't get a good shot of the roadrunner birds. They were just too fast!

 

One of my favorite vendors, Raj, owner of Bijoux Collections.  He carries some of the best and most unique stones.

 

The haul from the shows.  Can't wait to start working with all the unique treasures I found!

At AVF Studio we've loaded our samples, experiments, and past season designs at fabulous prices.

Many beautiful pieces of jewelry are being added daily, so please keep a lookout for great discounts.

Once they're gone...they're gone...Enjoy!

Joy - Freshwater pearls, tourmaline, rose quartz, sterling silver - $65
Pinned Heart - Swarovski crystal, freshwater pearl, ruby, sterling silver - $35
Simple Love - Sterling silver, garnet - $35
Truly, Madly, Deeply - Amethyst, freshwater pearl, sterling silver - $55



Love Drops - Freshwater pearl, rose quartz, tourmaline, sterling silver - $35
Purple Heart - Amethyst, freshwater pearl, sterling silver - $35
Sweetheart - Freshwater pearl, garnet, sterling silver - $35
Falling Flowers - Freshwater pearl, bone, black tourmaline, sterling silver - $35