[Nfb-krafters-korner] Gem shops in Puerto Rico

[Heather Kirkwood]

One of my friends who has HPS and is from PR got back to me. She actually lives in Switzerland now as she married a guy from there, but she comes to New York once a year for our conference, and once a year to PR to visit family. Here's what she suggested: 
 
Hi Heather,

I also do Jewelry and great part of the materials I buy in PR. I would advice your friend to take a look at Alonso Sobrino, this warehouse is in Bayamón (close to San Juan) There I found many things that as ground material make a good choice. The price scale I couldn't judge because it depends on your friend's budget. I'm sure there is as little for everyone there. Also in Old San Juan there are many shops that sells or provide sortiment for Jewelry makers. 

I am more oriented to organic stones and self made material. Either I make my own stones (with different materials) or I order it by glass stone makers (this stones are beautiful and unique. For conference I have some pieces ready with other type of stones but I am working on the integration of recycled material to my jewelry and from the results you could hardly tell the difference, it really looks good. Also, I like to bring back the macramé techniques with refresh looks and colors also made with beads.

I plan to take a look at the bead warehouses in New York because I heard that the sortiment and price is good. So, we will see if I get to that :) If you guys know of places like this, please let me know, it makes the searching easier.

I hope the information helps.

Waleska 





Heather Kirkwood
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