October 13, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 19 ����� in business Introducing Jewels by JoAnne oAnne Byers of Jwick will debutWaldher one-of-a-kind, handmade jewelry collection at Chantilly Lace at 253 Everett Avenue, Wyckoff, on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chantilly Lace is offering a 25% incentive for lingerie only purchased on Saturday, Oct. 16 to welcome/introduce Jewels by JoAnne. JoAnne’s original designs include precious and semiprecious gems such as aquaJoAnne Byers marine, tourmaline, peridot, jade, fresh water pearls, turquoise, amethyst, malachite, azurite, lapis, coral, agate, jasper, and many more. Her creations also feature handmade silver beads and some of exotic shell. All of JoAnne’s gems and beads are natural, not artificially enhanced or dyed. JoAnne offers custom services for unique gifts where one can choose from a vast array of color palettes, from delicate pastels to dramatic jewel tones. Many of her creations are necklaces and some have coordinating bracelets and/or earrings. “I have a passion for unique jewelry and have acquired many beautiful pieces throughout my life,” JoAnne says. “I have for some time dreamed of creating my own line of original jewelry and have sketched, over the years, some of my own designs before ever beginning to assemble my creations.” JoAnne began to seriously pursue her dream after establishing connections with sources from around the world featuring high-end material. She personally selects gems, beads, and raw materials for the creation of her works of art. Many of her pieces feature dramatic and unique drops. JoAnne has spent the last two and a half years crafting her creations at a studio in her home in Waldwick. Be sure to stop by Chantilly Lace for JoAnne’s debut! For more information, contact Jewels by JoAnne at (201) 444-2721 or e-mail jewelsbyJoAnne2010@gmail.com. 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