As the sun spirals northward from it’s winter retreat, goldsmith Susan Marie Phipps anticipates the returning colors of springtime in new jewelry designs she skillfully hand makes using natural colored gemstones and pearls from around the world.

“I try to create designs which complement each gemstone’s interplay of light, color and form,” Susan explains. “Spring is a time of renewal, the season which sets everything back into motion. My newest series of pendants, which I call “Circles in Motion,” reflects the energy and beauty of this life affirming time of year.”

Some of the gemstones seen in her designs include bright chartreuse Peridots, Tourmalines of intense floral pink or mint green shades and the clear sky blue color of Aquamarines. She adds Diamonds to provide a crisp sparkle which accents all colors of gemstones and pearls found in nature.

As a G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist, Susan selects only the finest cut natural gemstones having excellent clarity and vibrant color. States Susan, “as a goldsmith for thirty-five years, my goal has always been to create fine quality jewelry of timeless elegance and design, providing my customers with wearable art that will endure through life’s many seasons.”

Susan Marie Designs
4 Biltmore Avenue, Downtown Asheville
Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(828) 277-1272, www.SusanMPhippsDesigns.com