Gemstones? Luxury Indulgences or Out of Reach?

That’s a loss — not just for your wallet, but for the kind of raw, meaningful jewelry small businesses are trying to keep alive.

Before You Click ‘Add to Cart’…

Think about what you’re supporting.

If the price seems higher than usual, know that we haven’t changed our ethics. Our USA-origin stones still pass through the same hands, the same hearts. But now they pass through political heat too.

So before you scroll away or pause a wishlist, here’s the truth:
The story behind your stone just got heavier.
But it’s still worth telling.

Made with Heart, Taxed by Force

Small makers like us don’t have the margins to just “add 50%” and call it a day.
We’ll try everything before that — from absorbing partial hikes, offering alternatives like Brazil amethyst or African turquoise, to launching waitlists before prices shift.

But this is the part no one says out loud:
Handmade isn’t protected. It’s taxed.
Careful sourcing isn’t rewarded. It’s hit the hardest.

And you, the buyer who chooses small, personal, and story-driven jewelry? You might feel the aftershock too.

But Here’s Where You Come In

This isn’t a complaint post. It’s an open conversation.

We believe transparency builds trust — especially in an industry as emotional as jewelry.

We’re not going anywhere. In fact, we’re just getting louder about what matters:

• Telling you where your stones come from
  

• Giving you alternatives that don’t compromise story or quality
  

• Letting you pre-order at older prices, when we can
  

• Launching limited sets before tariff rules fully roll out
  

• Listening when you ask “why is this costlier now?” — and answering, always.

What You Can Still Do

• Support now. If there’s a stone you’ve been eyeing, this might be your best price window.
  

• Ask questions. We’ll break it down, no jargon.
  

• Stay close. Tariffs may rise, but we’re working on price-conscious drops, bundles, and substitutes.
  

The politics may be beyond us.
But the purpose? That’s still intact.

Let’s talk about what this means — for stones, for jewelry, and for every cart that still carries heart.