The Difference Between Solid Gold, Gold Plated, and Gold Fill

One of the most common questions we hear about gold jewelry is, “What is the difference between solid gold, gold plated, and gold fill?” Let's break down the difference between the three, and clarify all the...

How to Use a Ring Sizer

Sizing makes buying rings online more difficult than other jewelry. Unlike necklaces, which are are pretty straightforward - check out our blog on necklace sizing to see why! - rings require a bit more precision. Luckily,...

Ring Removal Safety

Safety is important to me. And while the idea of creating custom stone rings thrills me, I wanted to make sure we did it right. That’s why, during the development of the stainless steel Signpost...

The Best Necklace Clasp for Arthritis

When you personalize your Lodestar Necklace from Waystone, you'll see that you have three clasp options to choose from: lobster, toggle, and hook and eye. It's obvious that each clasp has a different aesthetic appeal, but...

How to Pick Out a Stone

You've decided to select a rock to turn into jewelry. Simple, right? Not so fast! After decades of rock collecting, I know that it can be difficult to pick the right stone. Or to pick only...

Where Can I Collect Rocks?

You spot a stone. It's beautiful! Then you wonder: is it is okay to collect it? The answer is that it depends. There are places in the U.S. where it's totally okay—and even encouraged!—to collect rocks, as well as places where you should never...

All About Sterling Silver

When you order jewelry from Waystone, your stone will be set in sterling silver. Its chain, clasp, or findings will be made with sterling silver as well. You may be wondering why sterling silver is your...