Saturday, January 31, 2015

Friday, January 30, 2015

Today at Jenni K: That's a Wrap


A special gift has to have a special gift wrap by Tracy. #thatsawrap #todayatjennik


Karsin's Hearts: 2003


2003: Sterling Silver “Ava” Heart with Turquoise

Ask Ava: FAQ—At Home Jewelry Care

Hi, it’s Ava! Today’s frequently asked question is…

“How should I care for my jewelry at home?”

Excellent question! Caring for your jewelry at home is easier than you may think. Fine jewelry is an investment, like my favorite sweater, you have to take care of it to keep it looking fabulous. We recommend and sell the following cleaning supplies:

Hagerty ® Silver Cleaner is used to clean sterling silver, silver plated, and gold filled jewelry. Price: $5

Hagerty® Silversmiths’ Wash is used to clean and protect fine silver. It works best for large solid pieces including tableware, platters, etc. Price: $12

Rich Glo Silver Jewelry Polishing Cloth is used to clean precious metals, precious stones, and semi-precious stones. Price: $10

Rich Glo Silver Jewelry Polishing Glove is used to clean precious metals, precious stones, and semi-precious stones. Price: $12

Rouge Polishing Cloth is used to clean and polish silverware, gold, and nickel. Price: $12

***Be extra careful with jewelry that has stones. Some stones cannot be used in silver cleaner. A few stones that CANNOT be used in silver cleaner are emeralds, tanzanite, turquoise, opal, amber, pearl, paua shell. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 252-355-6714. ***



Here’s how you use the Hagerty ® Silver Cleaner:

1. Drop in basket and shake for less than 10 seconds. Never leave jewelry sitting in the cleaner!

2. Using cool water rinse, rinse, and rinse some more! Make sure all the silver cleaner is removed from your jewelry. We use Dawn® dish detergent to make sure all the cleaner is washed away.

3. Dry with a soft towel. Make sure all jewelry is completely dry before you store it. Beads tend to hold excess water. A gentle shake in the towel should remove excess water.

4. Store in plastic jewelry bags that are air tight. Air is jewelry’s worst enemy! Plastic jewelry bags can be purchases at most art & craft stores in the jewelry making section.


Sound too complicated? No problem. You can bring your jewelry by our store or mail it. We’ll take care of it for you. We offer two cleaning services: 1) Dip in Silver Cleaner is FREE. 2) Tumble (deep clean) is $3 for up to 5 pieces and $6 for up to 10 pieces. More than 10 pieces will require an estimate.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Today at Jenni K: Cutting Necklace Chain


The girls are cutting necklace chains for Valentine's Day pendants even in a sling. That's dedication! #todayatjennik

Karsin's Hearts: 2002


2002: Sterling Silver Curly Heart with Peridot

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Classic Jenni K vs. Uniquely Jenni K: Statement Choker


See how to create this Uniquely Jenni K. statement choker using some Classic Jenni K. bracelets on Tumblr...

Classic Jenni K vs. Uniquely Jenni K

Everyone loves the “Classic Jenni K.” style, right? Great! Now, we’ll show you how to take the classic Jenni K. pieces already in your jewelry box and transform those pieces into new pieces with a new kind of style. We’re calling it the “Uniquely Jenni K.” style. Followus here on Tumblr for great ideas and please share your own ideas. Be creative!The possibilities are endless…

Follow us on our new Tumblr for all kinds of new styling ideas: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/jennikjewelry

From the Bench: Heart Pendants Coming Soon


Heart Pendants Coming Soon #fromthebench

Today at Jenni K: Heart Earring Display


Working on our heart earring case. #todayatjennik

Karsin's Hearts: 2001


2001: Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Heart with Tourmaline

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Karsin's Hearts: 2000


2000: 14k Gold Heart with 14k Gold Bead & Tourmaline



The 1994 and 2000 hearts were designed to be worn as a set.



Monday, January 26, 2015

Mondays with Miska: Jumping Into Valentine's


Howl ya doing? Miska here. At Karsin's jumping competition this past weekend I realized Valentine's Day is just around the corner. The girls have been putting their hearts into making new pieces for the showroom. No really, they've been putting new heart designs on lots of new bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and other jewelry. Stay connected through social media for all the latest designs & updates.

Karsin's Hearts: 1999


1999: Half Sterling Silver & Half 14k Gold Heart with Iolite

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Today at Jenni K: Red, Pink, & White


It's beginning to look like Valentine's Day at Jenni K. Or...a Dr. Seuss book. #todayatjennik

Karsin's Hearts: 1998


1998: 14k Rose Gold "Karsin" Heart with Diamond

At a young age, Karsin had a talent for designing jewelry just like her mom. Karsin told her mom she should design a heart like the one above so Jenni did just that and the "Karsin" heart was born.

Friday, January 23, 2015

Today at Jenni K: Starting to Decorate


Starting to decorate our cases for Valentine's Day. #todayatjennik

Karsin's Hearts: 1997


1997: Sterling Silver Twisted Metal with Emerald Cut Amethyst



The 1995, 1996, and 1997 hearts were designed to be worn as a set.


Ask Ava: FAQ—Mailing Jewelry

Hi, it’s Ava! Today’s frequently asked question is…

“I am not located in the Greenville, NC area. Can I mail in my jewelry to be repaired and cleaned?”

The answer is YES, you can mail your jewelry to our store and we’ll take care of it for you. Returns and exchanges with a receipt can also be mailed to our store. Please send all packages to:

Jenni K Jewelry
727 Red Banks Rd
Greenville, NC 27858

We have some tips to make the mailing process a success:

Tip #1: We recommend you send your jewelry in a protected and secure package. Insurance and tracking is always added security for you.

Tip #2: Please include a short note with your full name, return address, phone number, a list of all the jewelry in the package, and a brief explanation of what you would like us to do for you.

Tip #3: We will call the number you provide with any questions we may have and if we need to charge any fees to a credit card over the phone. There is always a Shipping & Insurance fee to send your jewelry back to you. Our Shipping & Insurance prices start at $9.


Any items sent to Jenni K. Jewelry are sent at the risk of the sender. Jenni K. Jewelry will not be held responsible for any damaged, lost, stolen, etc. jewelry or packages.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Karsin's Hearts: 1995


1995: Sterling Silver Heart with Round Swiss Blue Topaz 

Today at Jenni K: Miska Misses You


January has been a little slow and Miska is missing all the customers. Come see her today!
We're open 10-6. #todayatjennik

From the Bench: Heart Designs


All the different heart designs ready to be added to chains to make necklaces. #fromthebench

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Karsin's Hearts: 1994


1994: 1/2 Sterling Silver & 1/2 14k Gold Heart

Today at Jenni K: New Wholesaler


Sending a warm Jenni K. Jewelry welcome and new inventory to Terra's in Bradenton, FL.
We were happy to meet them at the ACRE Philadelphia show. #todayatjennik

Monday, January 19, 2015

Today at Jenni K: The Daily Reflector


Pick up a copy of The Daily Reflector today and check out the Work Week section
for a feature about our Valentine's Day heart tradition. #todayatjennik

Karsin's Hearts: A Jenni K. Jewelry Tradition


1993: Wrapped Sterling Silver Heart with Ruby in 14k Tube Setting

Every year around Valentine's Day, a Jenni K. Jewelry tradition continues. Since 1993, Jenni has designed a special heart for her daughter Karsin. That's 23 hearts total. Many times the heart designs are incorporated into jewelry to be sold in the showroom like the "Jessica" heart that was revealed last Valentine's Day. We thought it would be interesting to feature all of Karsin's Hearts starting with the first heart she received as a baby in 1993.

Karsin's original hearts will be on display in our store. The originals are Not For Sale, but we can make something similar for your sweetheart. See one of our sales associates for more details or give us a call at 252-355-6714.

Jenni K. had a Dream


Today as we celebrate one man’s dream for equality we also celebrate one woman’s dream to own her own jewelry business. Jenni began making jewelry when she was 13 years old. Each handcrafted piece was designed specifically for the woman would wear it. Jenni’s love for jewelry making grew as well as her desire to one day own her own jewelry store featuring her unique designs. After 27 years of business, Jenni K. jewelry still operates under the same spirit it had in the beginning which is to create handcrafted jewelry to be unique and distinctive as the person wearing it. Today, we celebrate 27 years together, thank you for your continued support, and encourage you to never give up on your dreams.


For more information about Jenni K. Jewelry and Jenni’s story visit the About page on our website.

Saturday, January 17, 2015

Today at Jenni K: Winter Cleaning


Even jewelry stores have to reduce clutter, organize, and clean each New Year.
Sorry for the mess. Miska had nothing to do with this one. #todayatjennik

Uniquely Yours: Custom Jewelry

Uniquely Yours

The beauty of locally handcrafted jewelry (other than the jewelry itself) is that here at Jenni K. Jewelry we can make just about anything. If you have an idea, we can make it happen. The process is easy. Tell us your idea, together we’ll make a plan, and voila your idea is a reality. To set up an appointment for your very own custom item give us a call at 252.355.6714 or 1-800-J-JENNIK (1-800-553-6645). You can also send an email to sales@jennikjewelry.com.

Friday, January 16, 2015

Today at Jenni K: More Inventory for Silver Fox


Shipping some more inventory to our wholesaler Silver Fox of Hertford. 

Ask Ava


Ask Ava

Hi! I’m Ava. Miska has mentioned me a time or two in her Monday posts. Occasionally, I quietly venture into the showroom to show off my latest sweater but mostly I stay to myself (and away from Miska.) Miska likes to keep everyone busy but I’m happy to be the official lap warmer especially on these cold winter days. During my time sitting with the others I have learned many things about the store, the jewelry, and basically how it all works.

In my posts “Ask Ava” I will be sharing the answers to some of Jenni K. Jewelry’s most frequently asked questions. Do you have a question? I can help! Follow my posts and you just might find the answer you have been looking. Or, email your question(s) to jkjewelrymarketing@gmail.com with the subject “Ask Ava.” I’ll review your question(s) and post it here on the blog with everything you need to know.

Oh, I think Miska just stepped out for her afternoon walk. I’m off to explore and enjoy a few moments alone until she returns.

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Today at Jenni K: Silver Cleaner Just In


We just received a shipment of silver cleaner and silver cleaner paste from @Hagerty. Pick up a bottle today. #todayatjennik

Our new Silversmiths' wash, pictured above, is perfect for cleaning, polishing, and protecting your fine silver. This paste helps to remove tarnish from any of your household silverware. Wash silver lightly with a warm, damp sponge, rinse in cool water, and then dry with a cotton cloth. Your silver will shine bright once again, and be protected from tarnishing before future use!
 Hagerty silvermiths' wash  is available in store, right now, for $12. Hagerty silver cleaner available for $5.