California Jewelry Importers has something special for you! A free gift with every purchase of $50.00 or more!Plus free shipping(U.S. Only) This offer is valid until January 4, 2010.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Post Holiday Special****
California Jewelry Importers has something special for you! A free gift with every purchase of $50.00 or more!Plus free shipping(U.S. Only) This offer is valid until January 4, 2010.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
New Items!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Pre-Holiday Sale
CA Jewelry Importers pre-holiday sale includes $30 off our most popular South African Copper jewelry set.
Our South African Slimline Copper Bangles are only $25!
Buy one get one free! Offer ends 11/10/09
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Simple Cleaning Methods for Handmade, Copper Jewelry.
Last week we provided some suggestions for brightening your handmade African copper jewelry. Today we want to share more simple cleaning methods.
Vinegar and Salt. If copper is tarnished, boil article in a pot of water with 1 tablespoon salt and 1 cup white vinegar for several hours. Wash with soap in hot water. Rinse and dry.
Salt, Vinegar, and Flour. Dissolve 1 teaspoon salt in 1 cup white vinegar. Add enough flour to make a paste. Apply the paste to copper and let sit for 15 minutes to 1 hour. Rinse with clean warm water and polish dry.
Lemon and Salt or Baking Soda. Make a paste of lemon juice and salt, rub with a soft cloth, rinse with water, and dry. Or use a slice of lemon sprinkled with baking soda. Rub copper with lemon slice and rinse with warm water and dry. Pour vinegar over the surface sprinkle salt over the acid and rub in the mixture. Rinse with warm water and polish dry.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
How Do I Brighten My Copper Jewelry?
Many folks like the tarnished look of aged copper. There are very attractive pieces that were deliberately aged and polished for highlights giving an antique look. Moisture combined with the oxygen in the air form tarnish. Copper tarnishes much faster when worn against sweaty skin during summer the months. If you find that silver jewelry tarnishes (turns black) very quickly when you wear it, then copper jewelry will tarnish quickly too. Tarnishing can be an individual thing. Copper jewelry tarnishes faster on some individuals but not as fast on others.
Some suggestions for cleaning:
Soaking in tomato juice, soaking in white vinegar, cleaning with lemon juice and salt. (Rinse well after using any of the above methods). One of the best solutions calls for using metal polish or a polishing cloth being careful to avoid any gemstones. This practice is feasible for jewelry made only of copper and not having gemstones. A tumbler works really well and will brighten but not many people have a tumbler so this is not a feasible solution.(The treatments suggested above are feasible to use with copper jewelry having no gemstones. The polishing cloth and metal polish are the safest to use with beaded gemstone jewelry).
In the next blog post we will introduce simple cleaning steps stay tuned!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Does Copper Jewlery have Health Benefits?
Throughout the history of civilization copper has held many health benefits. The human body needs copper to function properly. Scientist have discovered that the body requires a healthy ratio of copper to zinc in the blood stream. However; the body does not need large quantities to obtain the health benefits of copper. In 1983 GR Struthers and DL Scott, two Australian doctors conducted studies on alternative methods for relieving arthritis pain. Their results showed that arthritis sufferers noticed significant improvement in their joint pain after wearing copper pieces. For your own healing go to California Jewelry Importers where we provide beautiful and elegant copper jewelry. Our jewelry in handmade, handcrafted copper imported from South Africa.
Remember, for the beauty and the healing power of copper visit http://www.cajewelryimporters.com/ for the most beautiful handmade, copper jewelry from South Africa!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Handmade,Handcrafted Copper Jewlery
Hurry and take advantage of our special offer! Buy a bangle get one free! Offer Valid thru 9/7/09. You don't want to let this deal pass you by, our beautiful handmade,handcrafted, copper jewelry is unique and of excellent quality. The unique jewelry designs are inspired by the local culture in Mpumalanga. Mpumalanga is a province in South Africa. It is rich in culture.At California Jewelry Importers we strive to provide unique and beautiful pieces. The indigenous people who design these piece are renowned for their creativity in their geometric and vibrant art pieces.
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Fair trade,handmade, African Jewelry
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Fair trade,handmade, African Jewelry
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Jewelry Store Gives Couple Ring of their Dreams
PHOENIX -- It's a happy ending for a young Valley couple who claim a jewelry store lost their engagement ring. a few weeks ago when 3 On Your Side profiled Zales, which told us they never lost the ring in question and considered the matter closed. And although Zales said the situation was over, another jewelry store stepped up and saBut when the couple went to pick it up, they were told there was no documentation.
"They tried to inform us that, 'We never have a record of you sending the ring out for service or you dropping it off or a claim check from you,'" Claiborne said.
And that was that. A missing ring that the couple claim was lost by Zales, but Zales considered the matter closed, telling 3 On Your Side they had no documentation that the couple actually left the ring to be sized.
Rost and Claiborne couldn't believe it.
"I don't know if I'm ever going to get that one proposal in with the ring in my hand before our wedding date, the ring we're supposed to get married with," Claiborne said.
"We wanted to make a difference in their life," said Hugo Soll of Shane Co.
The night 3 On Your Side aired that story, Soll was watching and after hearing about Rost and Claiborne's situation, Shane Co. wanted to help -- and help they did.
"I have a little something for you that will hopefully give you a chance," Soll told the couple. "This is for you guys so you can pick out the ring of your dreams."
Shane Co. stepped up in a big way.
"The Shane Co. generously donated a $3,000 gift card to their store," Claiborne said.
Three thousand dollars -- money to put toward any ring they wanted inside the Shane Co.
"It was the right thing to do," Soll said. "It was an important thing to do for the Shane Co., for them to start their future together in a bright way."
"This definitely puts the shine back into things," Claiborne said.
"Words can't describe, it's like the end to a long, long fight," Rost said.
And with that Rost and Claiborne had some shopping to do. Once they picked out a ring, the Shane Co. sized it right there on the spot and Claiborne was able to propose the way he'd wanted to all along.
Shane Co.'s motto is "You have a friend in the diamond business." Rost and Claiborne say the Shane Co. is now their "best friend." id not so fast. They were out $1,500 after purchasing an engagement ring at Zales, a ring they never left the store with because after buying the ring, Zales was supposed to size it.
"They tried to inform us that, 'We never have a record of you sending the ring out for service or you dropping it off or a claim check from you,'" Claiborne said.
And that was that. A missing ring that the couple claim was lost by Zales, but Zales considered the matter closed, telling 3 On Your Side they had no documentation that the couple actually left the ring to be sized.
Rost and Claiborne couldn't believe it.
"I don't know if I'm ever going to get that one proposal in with the ring in my hand before our wedding date, the ring we're supposed to get married with," Claiborne said.
"We wanted to make a difference in their life," said Hugo Soll of Shane Co.
The night 3 On Your Side aired that story, Soll was watching and after hearing about Rost and Claiborne's situation, Shane Co. wanted to help -- and help they did.
"I have a little something for you that will hopefully give you a chance," Soll told the couple. "This is for you guys so you can pick out the ring of your dreams."
Shane Co. stepped up in a big way.
"The Shane Co. generously donated a $3,000 gift card to their store," Claiborne said.
Three thousand dollars -- money to put toward any ring they wanted inside the Shane Co.
"It was the right thing to do," Soll said. "It was an important thing to do for the Shane Co., for them to start their future together in a bright way."
"This definitely puts the shine back into things," Claiborne said.
"Words can't describe, it's like the end to a long, long fight," Rost said.
And with that Rost and Claiborne had some shopping to do. Once they picked out a ring, the Shane Co. sized it right there on the spot and Claiborne was able to propose the way he'd wanted to all along.
Shane Co.'s motto is "You have a friend in the diamond business." Rost and Claiborne say the Shane Co. is now their "best friend." id not so fast. They were out $1,500 after purchasing an engagement ring at Zales, a ring they never left the store with because after buying the ring, Zales was supposed to size it.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Handmade,Handcrafted Copper Jewlery
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http://www.kazuriafricanjewelry.com
http://www.kazuriafricanjewelry.com
Capture the spirit of the Mpumalangan South African culture in this unique burnished and heat-treated brass & copper jewelry set. The set includes a necklace, a pair of earrings, and an adjustable cuff. The unique designs are inspired by the local culture in Mpumalanga. Mpumalanga is a province in South Africa. It is rich in culture. The indigenous people are renowned for their creativity in their geometric and vibrant art pieces.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
CA Jewelry Importers@Monterey Jazz Festival
http://www.montereyjazzfestival.org/ http://www.cajewelryimporters.com/California Jewlery Importers will display many new and unique pieces of jewelry at the 52nd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival in Monterey CA. September 18-20.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
National Black Arts Festival Atlanta GA
http://www.cajewelryimporters/ @ National Black Arts Festival in Atlanta Georgia beginning July 31 -August 2, 2009. Many new and beautiful pieces will debut in the "peach tree" state. Come out and visit us @ 1280 NE Peachtree Street Woodruffs Arts Center, Atlanta Georgia.
Monday, July 6, 2009
The Kazuri Story
Kazuri was founded in 1975 by Lady Susan Wood, the daughter of British missionaries. Lady Susan and her husband had previously founded the East African Flying Doctor Service, which expanded into the African Medical Research Foundation (AMREF). She wanted to help the women in Karen, a rural suburb of Nairobi, learn a skill that would allow them to care for themselves and their extended families. She originally taught two women the painstaking process of making ceramic beads in her garden shed using clay taken from near the base of Mt. Kenya. Kazuri has since grown to employ 350 women in 2008, with at least twenty women being trained regularly, ready for full-time employment as demand increases. The workshop itself is now located in an area that was once part of Karen von Blixen’s (of Out of Africa fame) coffee plantation, and includes several buildings, each built by local workers using local materials. Most Kazuri employees would tell you the company has transformed their lives. Kazuri provides good salaries, excellent working conditions, and a sense of self-sufficiency in a country where financial security, especially for women, is rare. Some of the ways that Kazuri fulfills its mission to provide and sustain employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of Kenyan society include:
Salaries are significantly higher than what a typical Kenyan woman with little education can earn, allowing workers to pay for their children’s education.
The women earn annual salary increases based on merit and length of employment.
The overtime rate is two times the regular salary, as opposed to the traditional rate of 1.5 times.
Tea breaks are provided three times a day.
An on-site clinic staffed by trained, full-time nurses is available for the women and their children.
Medicines and hygiene products are provided at no cost to employees.
Kazuri pays 80% of costs for hospitalization of employees and their children.
Speakers come monthly to educate the women about issues such as birth control, HIV/AIDS, malaria, etc.
A Savings and Loan has been established for the women. This has allowed many to purchase housing, land, cattle, etc. The added benefit of this program is the sense of pride and accomplishment that the women receive when they are able to do these things for themselves.
As word spreads globally of the beauty and unique quality of Kazuri jewelry, steps are in place to handle the increased demand. Kazuri designs have been perfected to compete world-wide to suit every fashion in every country for every season. This “small and beautiful” product is providing the means to self-sufficiency for many women.
Kazuri was founded in 1975 by Lady Susan Wood, the daughter of British missionaries. Lady Susan and her husband had previously founded the East African Flying Doctor Service, which expanded into the African Medical Research Foundation (AMREF). She wanted to help the women in Karen, a rural suburb of Nairobi, learn a skill that would allow them to care for themselves and their extended families. She originally taught two women the painstaking process of making ceramic beads in her garden shed using clay taken from near the base of Mt. Kenya. Kazuri has since grown to employ 350 women in 2008, with at least twenty women being trained regularly, ready for full-time employment as demand increases. The workshop itself is now located in an area that was once part of Karen von Blixen’s (of Out of Africa fame) coffee plantation, and includes several buildings, each built by local workers using local materials. Most Kazuri employees would tell you the company has transformed their lives. Kazuri provides good salaries, excellent working conditions, and a sense of self-sufficiency in a country where financial security, especially for women, is rare. Some of the ways that Kazuri fulfills its mission to provide and sustain employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of Kenyan society include:
Salaries are significantly higher than what a typical Kenyan woman with little education can earn, allowing workers to pay for their children’s education.
The women earn annual salary increases based on merit and length of employment.
The overtime rate is two times the regular salary, as opposed to the traditional rate of 1.5 times.
Tea breaks are provided three times a day.
An on-site clinic staffed by trained, full-time nurses is available for the women and their children.
Medicines and hygiene products are provided at no cost to employees.
Kazuri pays 80% of costs for hospitalization of employees and their children.
Speakers come monthly to educate the women about issues such as birth control, HIV/AIDS, malaria, etc.
A Savings and Loan has been established for the women. This has allowed many to purchase housing, land, cattle, etc. The added benefit of this program is the sense of pride and accomplishment that the women receive when they are able to do these things for themselves.
As word spreads globally of the beauty and unique quality of Kazuri jewelry, steps are in place to handle the increased demand. Kazuri designs have been perfected to compete world-wide to suit every fashion in every country for every season. This “small and beautiful” product is providing the means to self-sufficiency for many women.
Handmade, handcrafted, Kazuri African Jewelry.http://kazuriafricanjewelry.com
Sunday, July 5, 2009
What Is A Gemstone?
According to Bonewitz, the definition of a gemstone is broad and the term can be used to describe any mineral that is highly prized for its beauty, durability, and rarity. A gem is a mineral that is enhanced in some way by altering its shape, usually cutting and polishing. Most gems begin as crystals of minerals (such as diamonds or sapphires) or as aggreagates of crystals (such as malachite of jadeite). A limited number of noncrystalline materials of organic origin (such as pearl and amber) are also classified as gemstones, and are usually referred to as organic gems.
Some new age beliefs about gemstones and crystals include healing powers when placed against the body this belief can be traced back to ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, and Assyrians.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Handmade, handcrafted African jewelry
South African Copper JewelryBuy Now!
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Saturday July 4, 2009 Oceanside California, CA Jewelry Importers will display a wide selection of handmade, handcrafted,copper and beaded African jewelry. This event will take place at Pier Plaza.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Handmade African Jewelry@Carson Jazzfest
California Jewelry Importers wants to thank the fans and friends of our handmade, handcrafted African jewelry. This year our customers loved our http://kazuriafricanjewelry.com/. Our handmade, handcrafted pieces are imported from Kenya. This beautiful "green apple" Kazuri necklace and earrings are handmade, hand painted, imported from Kenya buy now at http://cajewelryimporters.com/
Other popular items purchased by our patrons were South African beaded jewelry, South African copper jewelry and our magnetic jewelry. The magnetic jewelry contains stones from Africa. A popular handcrafted bracelet was purchased by jazz/blues vocalist Barbara Morrison(in picture above). Please continue to check our blog for our local events, visit the website for daily specials and new products.
Friday, June 26, 2009
July 4, 2009 Oceanside CA
California Jewelry Importers will participate in Oceanside's 4th of July celebration at Pier Plaza along the beach in Oceanside California.
Come out a see many new jewelry pieces and special deals.
"Art you can wear."
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
CA Jewelry Importers
Free Jewelry+30% Discount for first time buyers
email umccarty@cajewelryimporters.com (in subject line enter: free gift)
We will email your access code. Check website for new promotionshttp://cajewelryimporters.com/
Offer valid June 23- July 1, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
City of Walnut International Festival June 6/14/09
California Jewelry Importers will help celebrate the City of Walnut's first International Festival. There will be music, food, entertainment, and demonstrations at this event. California Jewelry Importers will display many new handcrafted, handmade, African jewelry pieces and share information about the artisans. This event will take place on Sunday June 14, 2009 @Walnut Senior Center 2:00-5:00PM
21215 La Puente Rd. Walnut CA
http://cajewelryimporters.com/
21215 La Puente Rd. Walnut CA
http://cajewelryimporters.com/
Friday, May 29, 2009
Kazuri Jewelry
“Kazuri” is the Swahili word for “small and beautiful,” a fitting name for the multitude of exquisite beads handmade by Kenyan women. No molds or forms are used by the 350 women who shape each bead by hand. The process continues as the beads are fired, painted, glazed, and fired again before being strung into necklaces and bracelets that are exported to 30 countries.
Take a look at the latest collection of fashionable styles. Each purchase contributes to the growth potential of Kazuri, thus ensuring that the women in the Nairobi suburb of Karen will have continued opportunities for employment.
Asante sana! (Thank you)
Take a look at the latest collection of fashionable styles. Each purchase contributes to the growth potential of Kazuri, thus ensuring that the women in the Nairobi suburb of Karen will have continued opportunities for employment.
Asante sana! (Thank you)
California Jewelry Importers
http://cajewelryimporters.com
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
City of Walnut International Festival June
California Jewelry Importers will help celebrate the City of Walnut's first International Festival. There will be music, food, entertainment, and demonstrations at this event. California Jewelry Importers will display many new handcrafted, handmade, African jewelry pieces and participate in a jewelry making demonstration. This event will take place on Sunday June 14, 2009 @Walnut Senior Center 2:00-5:00PM
21215 La Puente Rd. Walnut CA
http://cajewelryimporters.com
Sunday, May 24, 2009
California Jewelry Importers@Carson Jazz Festival
California Jewelry Importers will participate in the 31st Annual Carson Jazz Festival on June 21, 2009. Come out and see our elegant selection of handmade, handcrafted, African Jewelry. We will display many new pieces at the Carson Jazz Festival.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
The National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) - a year-round cultural celebration
California Jewelry Importers was selected as a participant for the 2009 National Black Arts Festival. The festival is an annual celebration of culture, art, food, music and much more. We will showcase and display our elegant jewelry pieces in Atlanta Georgia. Please visit our website now for our current specials.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Kazuri Jewelry @California Jewelry Importers
Bring out the Nubian Queen in you. Indulge yourself in the bold new look and beauty of imported jewelry from Africa. Each piece of jewelry is a work of art exclusively handcrafted and created for you, by hand, one at a time, by dedicated artisans from the countries of Africa ( no two pieces are exactly alike). These pieces are crafted for a lifetime of use (easy care and easy cleaning).A great alternative to overpriced mass produced knock-offs from many retail stores.You will not find these pieces in any retail store!Express your own sense of style with One-of-a-kind beauty and craftsmanship that will never go out of style. Choose from many distinctive styles carefully selected for their rich texture, detail, and coloring. http://cajewelryimporters.com
Monday, May 11, 2009
California Jewelry Importers
Bring out the Nubian Queen in you. Indulge yourself in the bold new look and beauty of imported jewelry from Africa. Each piece of jewelry is a work of art exclusively handcrafted and created for you, by hand, one at a time, by dedicated artisans from the countries of Africa ( no two pieces are exactly alike). These pieces are crafted for a lifetime of use (easy care and easy cleaning).
A great alternative to overpriced mass produced knock-offs from many retail stores.
You will not find these pieces in any retail store!
Express your own sense of style with One-of-a-kind beauty and craftsmanship that will never go out of style. Choose from many distinctive styles carefully selected for their rich texture, detail, and coloring. http://cajewelryimporters.com/
Friday, May 8, 2009
Happy Mother's Day!
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Mother's Day Special
California Jewelry Importers has the best Mother's Day Deal in town! Buy one get one free! Purchase jewelry set or single item and receive free jewelry of (equal or lesser value). Hurry this deal ends May 10, 2009.
*mention the add on google blogspot
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Primm Tabernacle Fashion Show
California Jewelry Importers will display our large selection of beautiful handmade, imported African jewelry. Many new pieces from Kenya, Gambia and South Africa will be available for purchase at awesome prices. You will not find this quality hand-crafted jewelry in any department store. So if you want to stand out from the rest with "art you can wear" come and check us out! We have a free gift with every purchase!
We will also feature new custom pieces from our new Spring collection.
We will also feature new custom pieces from our new Spring collection.Primm Tabernacle AME will have their annual fashion show this Saturday March 28, 2009 1:00-4:00PM at 1751 N. Park Avenue Pomona CA.
Contact us:
909-237-6947
Saturday, February 7, 2009
African Culture Faire
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California Jewelry Importers will participate in the African Culture Faire on February 14, 2009 at Sycamore Park in Diamond Bar, California. The event is held yearly to raise money for the CAAP organization. CAAP Council of African American Parents provides scholarships and guidance to young African American students who seek to go to college.
Come on out and enjoy the live jazz, good food, and pick up some of our hot Valentine's Day Deals! Free Jewelry with every purchase!
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