Blog — graduation gifts

I try to make the back of my jewelry pieces just as special as the front. Not everyone will see the back or bottom of your jewelry, but you know what's there. Thoughtful details are one of the perks of shopping from a small business. See the front of this pendant and shop for it here!  

This is one of my original Christine Alaniz Designs rings, and one of the funkiest! I used the marquise shapes from the ring design as prongs to hold this white cat's eye glass cabochon gemstone in place. Pretty cool, right?⁠ You can shop the Lily Dome Ring here.

Recently, I collaborated with Philadelphia wedding photographer Kerasan R. LaMar, of Kerasan R. LaMar Photography. We've done several photo shoots together in Philadelphia, and he has a knack for coaxing authentic smiles out models for all of his portrait photography and head shots. For this photo shoot, I decided to use the more organic, handmade silver jewelry that I create for Navona Handmade. These accessories have texture, toughness, and a rustic feel that I love! Every year we make two collections of fun and fresh handmade goods that make perfect gifts. These shots include some of my current favorite stacking...

New jewel alert! You can check it out in my online shop here. This is a simple, classic necklace that would make a lovely graduation gift or mother's day present.