Journal

White Buffalo vs. Turquoise: What’s the Real Difference?
White Buffalo and turquoise—what’s the difference? Learn how to tell these collectible stones apart, why both belong in your jewelry box, and how to style Read more...
The Story Behind the Stone: Meet the Makers of Wildflower Jewelry
Meet the artists behind Wildflower’s handmade jewelry. Discover their stories, techniques, and what makes each piece a wearable work of art—crafted in the Read more...
The Power of Hallmarks: Why Artist Signatures Matter in Collectible Jewelry
Curious about those tiny stamps on your jewelry? Learn why artist hallmarks matter, how to spot them, and what they mean for your collection. Read more...
The Modern Collector’s Guide: Building a Capsule Jewelry Wardrobe with Wildflower
Ready to curate a jewelry capsule collection? Discover how to build a timeless, versatile wardrobe with Wildflower’s artist-made turquoise and sterling sil Read more...
The Art of Turquoise: How to Spot Genuine, Artist-Made Southwest Jewelry
Curious how to tell if your turquoise jewelry is the real deal? Discover expert tips for spotting authentic, artist-made Southwest turquoise jewelry and wh Read more...
Sterling Silver Jewelry Care: How to Keep Your Treasures Shining for Years
Want your sterling silver jewelry to shine for life? Get expert, fuss-free tips for cleaning, storing, and caring for your favorite silver pieces—no hype, Read more...
Southwest Style, No Clichés: How to Wear Turquoise Jewelry Every Day
Break free from clichés—discover modern, wearable ways to style turquoise jewelry with your everyday wardrobe. Expert tips for layering, mixing, and making Read more...
How to Choose the Right Size: A Calm Guide to Sizing Rings, Cuffs, and Necklaces
Confused about jewelry sizing? Get simple, expert tips for finding your perfect fit in rings, cuffs, and necklaces—no stress, just clarity. Read more...
Handmade Turquoise Jewelry: Curated Southwest Silverwork—Wearable Stories for Every Collector
Discover Wildflower’s curated collection of handmade turquoise jewelry—artist-crafted, sterling silver pieces from Native American and Southwest silversmit Read more...
From Santa Fe to Your Jewelry Box: The Journey of a Handmade Piece
Ever wondered how a piece of handmade jewelry gets from Santa Fe to your door? Follow the journey from artist’s bench to your collection—every step, no mys Read more...
Guide to different turquoise mines: A collector’s perspective on Southwestern stones
Only 15% of all turquoise pulled from the earth is natural and hard enough to be cut into a cabochon without stabilization. We know the frustration of staring at a... Read more...
Learning what matrix in turquoise means for your jewelry collection
When Greg Cordova sits at the lapidary wheel to hand-cut a new piece of Royston or King’s Manassa stone, he isn't just looking for a solid field of blue. He... Read more...