Ashley Dodgen McCormick, CEO & Creative Director, ASHA

Ashley Dodgen McCormick started her line in 2005, pulling inspiration from her time living abroad in Florence and Paris while earning her art history degree from Georgetown University. Focusing on top-quality craftsmanship, the artistry of Ashley’s pieces could compete with fine jewelry. I’m particularly drawn to the bone and white topaz pieces for their youthful elegance.

Shop the Highlights: Olivia earrings (my favorite) // Zodiac ring // Ravenna necklace // horn bangles // Else studs

My week is always brighter with a new piece of jewelry, so I’m especially thrilled to bring you a giveaway from a beloved site: JewelMint.

JewelMint is a free, members-only site with personalized recommendations based on your style profile. Every piece is priced at $29.99, making it an affordable way to add a bit of luxury to your wardrobe (and I assure you that they look pricey in person). As an added bonus, first-time purchasers can get two pieces for the price of one with this link. 

The pieces that JewelMint sent over for me to try are gorgeous and I’m so excited to see what you pick out! Three lucky ladies will each win an item of her choice. To enter, all you need to do is register for JewelMint and tell me what you love from your personal showroom. As always, there are bonus entries for supporting Bedknobs & Baubles. Good luck!

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Featured: gilded gold bracelet, pave pillar earrings, lavender slate necklace (my favorite!)

This giveaway is open to U.S. and Canadian readers!

Continuing with Thursday’s blue and green color scheme, I’ve got my eye on this pair of Erickson Beamon earrings.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Embrace the luck of the Irish with a four-leaf clover bracelet.

We booked our spring vacation to Charleston last week. Even though I have to wait until May to see the ocean again, the watery hues of this ring would tide me over (pun!) for just $48. 

Welcome spring with a bouquet of baubles in the form of this lovely Alexis Bittar ring. 

Reminders:

• Take 40% off your purchase at Wendy Mink Jewelry with code “baubles” through the end of the day
• The Gemify giveaway has ended because the company unexpectedly went out of business. I’m sorry for any inconvenience this causes. I’m working on a March giveaway that will have better results - stay tuned! 

Right now, I’m coveting:

• Banana Republic’s mod Mad Men collection, see the preview at shefinds.com
• A mint green straw clutch with a red stone clasp
• A perfect pairing of lemon quartz and citrine at Wendy Mink Jewelry*
• Summer sandals in a saturated hue
• This tee with its new way to wear polka dots
• Geometric prints at home, starting with this John Robshaw pillow
• Philosophy’s exfoliating wash smooths my dry, flaky skin
• A beaded necklace for less than $7

*Wendy Mink Jewelry is offering Bedknobs & Baubles readers 40% off their purchase this weekend! Use coupon code “baubles” today through February 24th to receive the discount. (In addition to the earrings above, I’d recommend this necklace.) The coupon code starts at 2 p.m EST and is good on full price merchandise.

Lele Sadoughi, Founder

I’m excited to share the first installment of “Behind the Baubles!” This monthly feature will give you insight into the designers behind your favorite jewelry brands and the collections that should be on your radar.

This month, I’d like to introduce you to one of my favorite designers: Lele Sadoughi. Before branching out on her own, Lele gained acclaim by launching J.Crew’s jewelry line back in 2006 and worked with the retailer for five years. Her first independent collection, heavily inspired by ancient Egypt, has already been featured in the nation’s top fashion magazines.

Shop the Highlights: slider bracelet // lotus necklace // scarab earrings // hieroglyphics bracelet // scarab bracelet

Wouldn’t this necklace be perfect for summer or a tropical getaway? Wendy Mink Jewelry will have an exclusive coupon for Bedknobs & Baubles starting on Thursday and it’s a good one! Check back for more info! 

I try not to post too many baubles that are beyond my budget, but this Kenneth Jay Lane necklace is too pretty to ignore. Besides, it would dress up even the simplest white tee making the cost-per-wear [almost] justifiable.