Friday, March 9, 2012






Sarah Ortega's Bird Nest Necklace Tutorial

While Stumbling Upon...

I found this awesome tutorial for making Bird Nest Necklace.


http://www.sarahortega.com/2011/05/diy-bird-nest-necklace.html


Sarah's instructions were very clean and very easy. I will be making some of these fun necklaces soon! CJ
Here is my Birds Nest Necklace for my Granddaughter, Maci for Easter
 This is a great tutorial! Enjoy and make a Birds Nest Necklace for your Someone Special!
Blessings, CJ

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Gemstones by D.Sign: New Shopping Cart Launches!

Gemstones by D.Sign: New Shopping Cart Launches!

New Shopping Cart Launches!

We have opted for a new Shopping Cart   via ArtFire.com.
This shopping cart has more options for our products and better versatility in payments.
We hope you like the new design and ease.
Thanks and Happy Valentine's Day!
CJ & Matt
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/product_view/4351052

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Monday, March 14, 2011

New D.Sign Jewelry Pieces

New D.Sign Jewelry Pieces

Hi Everyone~
I have now been bloggind for about 3 years. I have learned quite a lot and still enjoy the blogg idea. Of course, I love to talk, so blogging is the next best thing!

I have some new D.Sign Jewelry Pieces. These are a colaboration of John Johnson's (Owner & CEO of 'FeesBay.com') Faceted Gemstones from Thailand and my Wire Artisan Argentium Sterling Silver Jewellry Settings.  We hope you enjoy our work!  John & CJ

Just as each rough stone's shape dictates the cut stones design,
so too do the wire work settings are dictated by the final stone cut.

(Photo being tweeked; coming shortly!)

































This beautiful Yellow Green Quartz is cut in a Faceted Square.  The Beautiful Quartz is 9.45 ct.   The Argentium Sterling Silver Wire Setting brings the weight to 30ct measuring 3.25cm height x 2.25cm width (1.5in x1in). This pendant can be worn on a simple sterling silver chain or added to a strand of pearls as shown in the pictures.



































This Deep Smokey Quartz is cut in a Faceted Oval Harlequin which brings out the smokey sparkle of this large stone.  The Smokey Quartz is 44.20ct. The Argentium Sterling Silver Wire Setting brings the weight to 61.5ct and measures 4.3cm height x 2.5cm width x 1.5cm deep (1 5.8in x 1in x 5/8in). This beautiful pendant can be worn on a medium weight sterling silver chain or added to a strand of pearls as show in the pictures.

































This Amazing Blue Fluorite is cut in a Faceted Oval which shows off the internally flawless stone. The Blue Fluorite is 114ct; a huge stone for a Fluorite as they are extreemely soft to cut. The Argentium Sterling Silver Wire Setting brings the weight to 143ct and measures 5.5cm height x 3cm width x 2.3cm deep (2 1/8in x 1 1/8in x 7/8in).

































The Deep Blue Sapphire is cut in a Faceted Oval Harlequn which catches light on the facets. The Blue Sapphire is 39ct. The Argentium Sterling Silver wire setting brings the weight to 58ct and measures 4.5cm height x 2 cm width (1 3/4in x 3/4in).


I have chosen to add two extra photos of this Amazing Blue Fluorite as they will help to show the size and depth of this gemstone.

Height

Depth
We hope you enjoy our work. If you have any questions or are intersted in purchasing any of these pieces, please email CJ  at  GemstonesbyD.Sign@gmail.com. and we will get back to you directly.

I'd like to personally thank John for alowing me to work my metals on his gorgeous faceted gemstones. Thank You John!

Saturday, March 12, 2011

New Rough Gemstone Parcels listed on our CustomGemCutter.webasyst.com


New Rough Gemstone Parcels listed on our CustomGemCutter.webasyst.com 

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Zircon, Rubellite,
Emerald & Garnet Parcels now available.
Facet Grade parcels with many color choices.
Eye clean, SI-IF

Thank You!  Happy Cutting!


Please let us know if you experience any problems while viewing our site. Thanks
-Matt & CJ Dunkle

Many more parcels are available than are shown here!

http://customgemcutter.webasyst.com/shop/

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Pendants for Fall

Gemstones by D.Sign Presents 
New Pendants for Fall!


We have new pendants just finished for the Fall Season!
Jasper Squares Hematite & Steling
Many styles & colors hand-crafted with Natural Materials.


As Fall is a time for reflection, our artist focused on the 
Simplicity and Beauty of Natural Gemstones.  
Join us in celebrating the natural gifts given to us during this time of Reflection & Thanksgiving. 


 We would like to Thank God, Our Families & Friends who have touched our lives.  And memories of love for those we have lost, but who will remain forever in our hearts.  
Prayers of Thanksgiving go out to you all. Thank You!


Before Transformation
During Transformation
After Transformation!
                                  

Gemstones by D.Sign   
Matt Dunkle Professional Gemstone Facetor
mattdunkle@yahoo.com  
 Contact Us 1505-334-1875

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Zircons & Aquamarine

We have been working on getting some nice Zircon in Champaine, Golden Brown and Brown. They have good color and are of good quality. More on this as we progress.

Matt has cut two Brazilian Beauties this spring. These are a 9.8ct Aquamarine cut in a Rectangular Checker Board Top and a 9ct Aquamarine cut in a Rectangular Checker Board Top with a small diamond shaped table. The color of the Aquamarine is a more "Sea Green-Blue" color. We feel the color leans more toward the very light Emerald color. These are both up for sale. Ck the Showroom. http://customgemcutter.com/

We have also been working with an African company on their Aquamarines. The Aquamarine that is now coming from Nigeria is clean and a deeper "Sea Blue-Green" color. This is a great color coming out of Nigeria. New shipment coming soon!!

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Changes...

Hi Everyone,



We have made some new changes in our websites and pages.


Not all change is bad. Actually, these changes are to help you navigate our sites. So, as we head into Spring, we here at Gemstones by D.Sign and Custom Gem Cutter are taking on a new look. Like trying on new shoes, they may look good but may not be comfortable, so, if you are inclined to do so, please fill out our guestbook and comment. Let us know how your navigation went, if the colors are pleasing, is the layout functional to your needs... do you like it or not? you know the rest.


Our sites:
https://sites.google.com/site/gemstonesbydsign
https://customgemcutter.com/
https://customgemcutter.webs.com/


https://gemstonesbydsign.webs.com/


http://gemstonesbydsign2007.webs.com/




As always, Thank you for your time and support! Matt & CJ

Saturday, February 13, 2010

"Nick Kreager" Our New On the Scene Reporter!





Our On The Scene Reporter, Nicholas Kreager, will
be returning shortly from "The Tucson Gem &
Mineral Shows" Tucson, AZ.  He will have some
interesting News, Finds, Links, Photos & Comments.

So, Please Check in and see what Nick has to say!
Thanks,
CJ mgr Gemstones by D.Sign

http://customgemcutter.com Our CO-OP of Cutters

Thank you for your Patience!


Our Custom Gem Cutter website has been down for nearly a week. NOW we have done the changes and it is back up and running!

We want to thank you for your patience in this endeavor and are sorry for an inconvience you may have had while we were down.



Our Customers mean very much to us and if you have any suggestions, please fill out the Contact US form! If you would like to have a copy of our Seasonal Newsletter, then just fill out the Guest Book and note "newsletter" in the box provided.



We hope that you are all healthy, happy, and in good spirits.

Custom Gem Cutter