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It's time to re-introduce Erin G., our Wholesale Partnership Manager. With a passion for vintage finds, art, and adventurous family outings, Erin brings a unique blend of creativity and enthusiasm to her role. Get to know more about her favorite pastimes, pet peeves, and personal inspirations in this Q&A. Q:In 150 words or less describe your ideal day. A: Iced...

Christina Kober Designs is so excited to introduce a gold look in stacking rings at a more accessible price point! Keep reading this interview with Christina to learn more about what makes gold-filled jewelry special and why you should consider adding it to your daily stack. Q: What inspired you to include gold-filled jewelry in your collection, and what are...

What are lab grown diamonds?

Being creative can make any day so much better! It doesn't matter if we're the ones making something cool or just enjoying something that a creative person made. Without creativity, we wouldn't have talented makers dreaming up pretty things for us to wear and enjoy.Christina doesn't call herself an artist, but being creative helps her come up with unique new...

I've always been naturally drawn to warm colors. Among all the warm hues, gold stands out as the ultimate color of opulence, radiance, and richness. However, my love for gold extends far beyond its captivating color. In this blog post, I delve into why I personally adore working with gold and why it holds a special place in our jewelry...

In the world of jewelry making, the intricate art of hand engraving holds a special place. The precision and skill required to carve detailed designs into metal is nothing short of awe-inspiring.  Christina has a unique connection to this traditional craft through her father. He apprenticed as a jewelry hand engraver in Germany, later becoming a journeyman and eventually moving...

One of the most common questions we get from clients is about how to put on our hoop earring styles, like the round or oval diamond dusted hoops. Many folks pull the hoops apart when trying to put them on, but that method causes hoops to lose their shape. DON'T WORRY, THERE'S A BETTER WAY! Watch the video below to see how to open...

In this interview with Christina Kober, the creative mind behind Christina Kober Designs, we delve into the world of meaningful messages and the art of crafting deeply personal jewelry. Q: HOW DO YOU CHOOSE THE MESSAGES THAT RESONATE WITH YOUR CUSTOMERS FOR YOUR JEWELRY DESIGNS? A: We find our messages in various places. Sometimes it's something personal that I need...

In this new normal, we're all doing our best taking care of our health. We're washing our hands with more intensity and cleaning and disinfecting like champs - while protecting us, it is also wreaking havoc on our hands and our rings. Especially jewelry with a blackened hand stamped message. While I may not be able to help much with dry...

I have always found one of the hardest parts of shopping online is knowing your size. No brand's jeans fit the same as the next brand - and finding the right fit for jewelry can be just as tricky. While we work really hard to give you the best sizing information we can - including measurements and tips on how...

DIAMOND DUSTING - EXPLAINEDYou’ve probably heard me talk a lot about our diamond dusted collection and chances are that if you’ve been following along you know they are our beautiful, subtly sparkly pieces. But I’m sure you probably wonder what the heck does diamond dusted mean and what is it exactly. The name DIAMOND DUSTED as well as the technique of adding our signature...

Summertime is the time of year many of us look forward to the most: longer days, warm sunshine on your skin, a fun summer wardrobe, and of course VACATION. Layering up your bracelets, adding a sweet dainty necklace and finishing with a few rings - your summer look is complete. But - summer tends to be harsher on your jewelry. Between...

When I started Christina Kober Designs, I wanted to create inspirational jewelry that made it possible for you to carry around those uplifting words a fortune cookie message gave you. I began folding fortune cookies in metal and hand stamping messages in sterling silver. Soon I found my customers were connecting to the fortune cookie necklace and adding a favorite quote, a sweet phrase...