Next week featuring: Kristen Dill and Rebecca Klementovich! These two fabulous ladies have decided to have their weekend together - twice the fun!

Two splendid and very different abstracted style, nature inspired artists. Come draw or paint alongside these masters and take in the breathtaking lakeside view in Lovell. 

In a slight departure from our usual shares of paintings and jewelry (though is it? Harvest Gold has it all...) we have a wonderful new artist in the gallery to share with you: Arlene Tift! 

Arlene Tift was born in Montreal to artistic parents and was early on immersed in the world of Quebec artisans. After moving to Ontario, she learned to weave and created numerous tapestries.

In the 1970s, her journey took her to Hong Kong, where she helped design and produce knitwear and outerwear, a practice she continued in Ireland, working with traditional Donegal tweeds. 

In the 1980s, Arlene relocated to New York, her passion for textiles led her to study Textile Technology at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), where she learned to work with knitting machines. In 2018, Arlene discovered rug hooking when she encountered hooked rugs on display at Northern Westchester Hospital.

We have four brand new pieces of hers in varying sizes and color palettes, so come on down to Harvest Gold to take a peek at these cozy scenes. And who knows... bring one home? 

the Ruby! Known as the "King of Gemstones," the ruby is a vibrant red gemstone associated with passion, love, and vitality. It is believed to bring good luck and protect the wearer from harm. 

Rubies have been associated with various symbolic meanings throughout history, including passion, courage, protection, and good fortune. 

In addition to being the July birthstone, rubies are also traditionally given for the 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries. They are also associated with the zodiac sign Leo, as July falls within the Leo season. 

(our own "ruby" cordial glass by Zug Glass) 

Emerald’s name is derived from the Greek word smaragdus, meaning “green gem.”

In ancient Greece and Rome, the emerald was revered as the gemstone of Venus, embodying love and hope. Believed to possess calming energy and healing properties, the emerald was even thought to cure illnesses. Today, it continues to symbolize loyalty, renewal and peace, making it a cherished token for celebrating love and commemorating milestones like the 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries.

Like aquamarine, emerald is a variety of beryl, a mineral that grows with six sides and up to a foot in length. Emerald color can range from light green (though there is some argument whether these very light beryls are truly emeralds) to a deep, rich green.

What Emerald tone do you prefer? Let us know in the comments... 

Lynda recently pulled from our collection of amethyst and produced some brand new rings for the gallery. The amethyst stone is said to be an extremely powerful and protecting stone with a high spiritual vibration. 

Traditionally it helps promote sobriety.  Amethyst balances out the highs and the lows, able to still the mind enhancing a meditative state and creates a field of protection from negativity.

 The amethyst we have in the gallery is mined in Maine.  Some comes from "4th of July" find in Sweden. Some comes from "Colton Hill" further north.  Lynda has been working on new amethyst rings and earrings.

  is always a unique and beautiful shade of purple to lavender. The color gives this variety of Quartz its name. We are also featuring carved amethyst beads from a local miner set in yellow gold earrings.  Look for new designs coming soon to the website.

Taking discarded  trinkets to create miniature worlds is the specialty of Katherine Kharris.  These miniature shadow box assemblages bring a pinch of mystic steam punk energy to our walls here at Harvest Gold. Truly one of a kind pieces to spark your own imagination.

We've been hard at work in the shop and are excited to show you some of the beautiful Maine stones we have set into Harvest Gold creations!