If you have not yet read my last post on Mollusks Go Mobile, I explained the life cycle of freshwater mussels and how important it is to have fish for the development and mobility of freshwater mollusks. Now, for a bit more info on cultured pearls and fish. India RowsI am a modern day treasure …
Freshwater mollusks are pretty sedentary creature, right? They have a foot which they can extend from their body but it is used mainly for burrowing down in the watery bottom or lakes or rivers, not for mobility. So, have you ever wondered why the hard shell mussels are not all piled together? If they are …
Today I want to talk about the loss of a Hollywood legend. Lauren Bacall was known for her beauty and her distinct husky voice. She started her career as a model and her first film break came opposite Humphrey Bogart in the 1944 film, To Have and Have Not. She and Bogart went on to …
March 4, 1974 was an iconic day. This was the day of the very first issue of People magazine. And who was on the cover of the first People magazine? Mia Farrow. She was promoting The Great Gatsby, a movie that was due to come out March 29, 1974. India RowsI am a modern day …
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Pearl necklace selfie alert!! It is ten o’clock at night and I am finishing up some work on my computer before I fall into bed but I just got the most amazing text. I did not recognize the number so I was curious who might be sending me a picture of themselves so late at …
We have an update from our black pearl farm! Yes, as we live our day-to-day lives with work, school drop-offs and more remember that some people are living in paradise. It is winter in French Polynesia. Brrr… Lows average 75 degrees this time of year and can go as low as 68! Time to wrap …
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Yes, I have a passion for pearls! I got the amazing chance to sit for an interview with the Athens Magazine and, in the process, I made a great friend too! I am so proud of the article Andrea wrote about The Pearl Girls in the Athens Magazine last month. She seemed to be able to …
What is possible with pearls? That is what we asked the Metal Arts Guild! We know that, in life, anything is possible with pearls. So we asked Georgia artists, what can they create or make possible with pearls? We are thrilled to show off these possibilities in upcoming art shows! India RowsI am a modern …
Angelina Jolie was named an honorary dame this week and I am loving the images. The queen in her pearls and Angelina Jolie in her pearls. Pearls are jewelry fit for a queen… and a mom, a humanitarian and a movie star. India RowsI am a modern day treasure hunter who travels the world for …
What a bummer! You have a broken pearl necklace and it needs repairing. Before you hire us to repair your fabulous pearls, here are the Top 10 Things to Know Before Repairing Your Broken Pearl Necklace. India RowsI am a modern day treasure hunter who travels the world for gorgeous pearls and amazing adventures. I …
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Pearl jewelry repair by The Pearl Girls! No matter where you are in the world, we can provide your pearl jewelry repair. It is a concept we are pretty excited about. We have trained (and we continue training!) a team of amazingly talented women who repair pearl jewelry, string and knot pearls. But, here is …
It is October and time to for our Pink Pearls Fundraiser! This is, of course, our fundraiser to bring awareness to breast cancer. This is also my love song to women, who I always connect with and have great love for. I believe in women supporting women, I believe in supporting women and October is a great …
