Downtown Racine's Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade is on March 19th from Noon-1p.m. All day here at AMS we'll be offering 20% off of ALL in-stock GREEN items: from Emerald stud earrings to loose Green Tourmaline gems... IT'S YOUR LUCKY DAY!!! Click here for more information about the parade. Click through the gallery below for some GREENspiration!
It's almost here...! In just a short while we'll be turning our clocks and springing into our petal pushers. Here's a click-through inspiration gallery to get you ready- lots of pastels and some classic Aquamarine for March. It's a great time to have your pieces checked and cleaned, so stop in and see us or make an appointment!
Now if only the last of the snow would melt...
We are helping celebrate this Valentine's Day by offering the chance to win a dozen beautiful long stemmed Red roses and Ghirardelli dark chocolate! All purchases made between February 1st and 12th are eligible for a drawing to win! Two lucky winners will be selected the evening of Friday, February 12th and will be able to pick up the prizes on Saturday , February 13th. Good Luck, see you soon.
Click through the gallery below to see some great ideas of currently in-stock merchandise! Call 262-633-0545 or stop in with any questions about prices and sizes. Happy shopping!!!
FLASH FREEZE SALE!
In honor of this weekend's Big Chill snow carving competition, we're hosting a one day ICE SALE! Saturday (January 16th, 2016), take 20% off of all in-stock Diamond jewelry. This includes any set Diamond in our inventory: everything from classic pieces like Diamond engagement rings and Diamond stud earrings, to semi-precious gemstone rings with fancy color Diamond side stones! (So sorry, but the sale cannot be applied toward loose Diamond inventory, special orders, repair work, or custom work.)
Saturday is also the day that public voting begins for The Big Chill carving competition! It's a great day to bring the whole fam over to Downtown Racine.
Don't miss it! See you Saturday!
Downtown Racine and the surrounding area have the antidote for your January restlessness. Even through the coldest months, there's always something to do! Our city has internationally recognized art museums, galleries featuring the best in handmade functional and sculptural objects, and great shopping, food, drinks, and views to boot!!! Click on the special event titles below to be linked to more information, or take a day to stop Downtown just for shopping and lunch!
Have fun making discoveries of your own! So much to see and do! Thanks for visiting!!!
So shake off those winter flurries and get on out for some winter fun!!! See you Downtown!
With winter just around the corner, we're announcing our upcoming schedule of events for the 2015 Holiday Season! In addition to the events listed below, we'll also be extending our weekend hours beginning November 28th thru Christmas (Saturdays 10am-5pm and Sundays 11am-3pm).
It's hard to believe it's already October! Along with a new month comes not only a new "First Friday" (October 2nd until 9p.m.), but a new set of seasonal colors to boot. Try adding some brighter burgundys to the stand-by oranges and siennas. A crisp bright blue or purple can be the perfect unexpected compliment to take your look to a whole new level! Here's a gallery of Autumn-inspired jewelry to punch up your Fall wardrobe:
Racine's biggest outdoor celebration is back once again! This Saturday, September 26th (from Noon-7pm), Downtown Racine will close off motor-traffic on Main Street and 6th Street and host it's annual block party "Party on the Pavement". Be a part of our neighborhood and enjoy live music, art, food, drinks, shopping, and more! See you there!!!
Party on the Pavement. Image credit Racine Journal Times.
Chris has been working on several brand new Mokume Gane designs: seamless bracelets, rings, and more handmade one-of-a-kind wearable art. Click through the gallery below to take a sneak peek, or stop in the store to see them in person. Custom work available by appointment.
It's almost that time again... FIRST FRIDAY! Join us in beautiful Downtown Racine for an evening of shopping, dining, and entertainment. As always, we'll have complimentary refreshments and desserts for your enjoyment as you browse in our relaxed gallery-style jewelry store. This month we're featuring August's Birthstone, PERIDOT!
Click through the gallery below to see some of our favorite Peridot jewelry we've made from throughout the years. And click here for more information about First Fridays.
See you Downtown!!!
Hello, wonderful friends and customers! Just a reminder that we will be closed next week (July 13th-17th) for our annual vacation. Calls and emails will be returned the following week. Sorry for any inconvenience! We will return to normal store hours on Saturday, July 18th.
But don't fret! Here's a click-through gallery of some sweet jewelry images to get you through the week:
Happy Fourth of July!!! Celebrate in style in Downtown Racine. The party starts with our First Friday celebration on July 3rd. Participating shops and galleries on Main Street and Sixth Street will be open until 9pm. Click here to learn more about First Friday. Then check out the fabulous Fourth Fest Parade and Fireworks on July 4th! Click here for more information about Fourth Fest. See you Downtown!!!
In preparation for the upcoming shopping season, we've made an idea gallery of great items for Dads and Grads. Shopping for both? We carry a collection of handcrafted jewelry, as well as an excellent collection of titanium watches for both men and women. Shopping for Dad? Check out the complete line of titanium menswear. Shopping for the Grad in your life? Most pieces can be engraved with a name, date, or other sentiment- perfect for such an important gift! View the ideas slide show below or stop in our store to see new items finished daily!
And don't forget about A.M.S. gift cards, the perfect gift for the impossible-to-shop-for!
Enter our “Moms and Memories” contest for a chance to WIN THIS PEARL PENDANT!
Post your favorite jewelry memory involving your Mom on our wall and we’ll pick one lucky winner at random. Do you have a Diamond that’s been passed through the generations? A strand of your Mother’s Pearls? Costume jewelry from her childhood? Whatever the memory, we want to hear it! Photos are encouraged, but not required. Click here to be directed to our Facebook page.
To qualify, entries must be received before Midnight CT on May 9th. One entry per person. If you’d rather not post, you can enter by stopping in our store with your Mom between now and May 9th. Just mention this contest! Good luck and Happy Mother’s Day!!!
Legal: This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook.
DID YOU KNOW: May has an alternative birthstone, and it's Agate! Emeralds are amazing, rare, and beautiful- but if green isn't your color, consider Agate! At Art Metals Studio, we have an amazing collection of Agate from all over the Earth. Agates have an almost endless variety of colors and patterns, perfect for every style! Pick out your favorite for a custom piece of jewelry or the start of your own collection. In store specials all month!
Click here to learn more about Agate.
Click through the short slideshow below to see the amazing range of Agate!
With April finally here, it's a great time to have a conversation about Diamonds. Although their use as engagement gemstones may seem entirely based in tradition, there are a lot of practical reasons to choose Diamond. As you likely know, Diamonds rank among the hardest known materials. Their name actually comes from the Greek word for "unbreakable", and their superior hardness means that they can stand up to the abuse of daily wear. Their beauty, light-play, and color make them a versatile choice for both wedding and fashion jewelry. Diamonds are available in a wide variety of colors, both natural and enhanced. In the image gallery below, you'll see a few of our favorite Diamond colors: Champagne, Cocoa Brown, White (Colorless), Yellow, Blue, Light Pink, and even Green! Click here to read more about this beautiful gemstone. If you'd like to make an appointment to view Diamonds or designs, click here or call 262-633-0545.
Enjoy clicking through the slideshow below!
Spring feels so close, and here in Downtown Racine we're getting ready for some great events!
For more information on Racine events, check out www.racinedowntown.com and the calendar section of www.realracine.com. See you Downtown!!!
Flower Design- Sterling Silver and Dyed Freshwater Pearl Necklace.
Enjoy the power of purple with February's birthstone, Amethyst! Click through the gallery below to see a few of our favorite Amethyst pieces that we've made for previous customers. Inspired to have an Amethyst piece that's custom created just for you? Click here to contact us and get started!
Planning a Wisconsin wedding? Wisconsin Bride Magazine is a great resource for discovering local vendors and locations for your special day! We offer complimentary issues of both the magazine and the accompanying planner in our store for our customers. Stop in and pick one up today!
