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Forty-four years ago I became the first Artist-In-Residence at “Annie Kaill’s Fine Crafts Gallery” in Juneau, Alaska. It was a heady time — to be a young jewelry artist creating at the edge [...]

Grand Canyon   Driving through Texas, New Mexico and Arizona, David and I exclaimed in wonder at the rock formations. Sarabi and Star were impressed too: towering volcanic hoodoos, red sandstone [...]

Many thanks to each of you who made your holidays more special with a gift from Elaina Designs. February 1st marks Imbolc, the halfway point between Winter Solstice and Vernal Equinox. Days are [...]

Last winter I tried on the concept of retirement, but it did not resonate with me. I could not leave the colorful stones and each of you, dear friends who are also the bedrock of my profession. [...]

This is the first time in 47 years that I have not been madly preparing for holiday show. Usually the first weekend in December is preceded by advertising, polishing the jewelry and my [...]

Without our big family gatherings this year, Thanksgiving presents a time to count our blessings, solo.  If someone you know needs a pick-me-up during the holidays, please consider these warm [...]

Lightweight Gold Wire Earrings that Celebrate Summer Tina admired the “butterfly wing” motif earrings I made for her daughter and wanted a larger pair in the same style for herself. She brought [...]

Anodized Aluminum Pendants on Black Steel Snake Chain, $180 Click here to shop our website for the High Museum of Art Pendants 14K Gold Plated Aluminum Pendants on Steel Snake Chains, $180 Click [...]

When potential change inflicted by humans becomes overwhelming, peer into the beauty that millions of years of evolution can bring to the Mineral Kingdom. This mussel once lived in a shallow [...]

Tate was given small, unmatched opals and diamonds from her beloved mother-in-law, Boo. She wanted an Orbit necklace that would be a standout statement suitable for day or nighttime wear, [...]

                  Opening Party Tonight, Friday, 5 – 8PM Saturday 11AM – 4PM 167-1 Calkins Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850 Lainey invites you and [...]

Inspiration at the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show… where the experience was PURE immersion in the Mineral Kingdom. Exciting color palettes emerged while the desert landscape clarified my [...]

   A peak at the new Lovejoy Comet Series inspired by Lovejoy Comet sightings earlier this year. Diamonds, Paraiba, Blue Flash Moonstone, Goshenite, Aquamarine, 14KT White Gold, size 7. Life is [...]

Shop early for the Holidaysthis Friday & Saturday at Elaina Designs Open Studio Show November 21 & 22, 11AM-5PM both days675 Drewry St. NE #8, Atlanta, GA 30306Leisurely select your gift [...]

It’s “Leaf Peak Week” in Atlanta! And here are some hot-off-the-bench pieces blazing with the colors we’re enjoying in our city’s trees. Elaina Designs Atlanta [...]

Please click here to view a YouTube video of an interview with Lainey and a glimpse into what inspires her designs! Lainey’s Papageorge’s 40 Year Retrospective continues through November 8, [...]

Fruit trees blossom, flowers explode, yet creativity has been percolating during the long, cold winter. I’m feeling great and happily invite you to visit our website or Studio 8 to peruse [...]

Summer ends and I salute the long life of my father who blessed so many with his loving presence. At nearly 101 years he was the stable rock of my life. To each of you who had written me, thank [...]

LPR416 14KT Apricot Yellow Gold, Spessartite Garnet, Orange Sapphires, size 7.5

Reminder:  INMAN PARK FESTIVAL is this weekend, April 27 & 28th. Our booth will be in the same place: on Euclid Avenue, near the big tent and about 3 booths from the corner of Waverly Way. [...]