By Don Eagling January 01, 2010
The Ryde Trading Company is a special gallery. Owners Norman and Diana Shaw create high quality custom jewelry at surprisingly reasonable prices. The gallery also displays over 40 original paintings of a wide array of California land and seascapes as well as many beautiful photographs of Delta scenes printed on canvas. The Gallery is located in Ryde CA on the Sacramento River near the historic Ryde Hotel which is famous for its fine dining including Sunday brunch. Nearby Walnut Grove, and the old Chinese village of Locke provide additional interest. It is reached by taking scenic Highway 160 from Antioch to the intersection of Highways 160 and 220 in Ryde (about 30 minutes). ...read more
Selling designer jewelry can be a rewarding and profitable hobby or business, as long as your inventory is adequately supplied with a variety of types and styles of jewelry pieces. Whether you are looking for modern pieces designed by current artists, or vintage pieces from the past, finding des... ...read more
Necklaces are a popular accessory and have been for thousands of years. Making your own necklace can be cheaper than buying one from a store. There are many materials and styles to make a necklace. Some materials are twine, silver and copper. You can also use a massive variety of beads to create a uni... ...read more