Delightful Gems
Welcome to Delightful Gems: a space for stories, reflections, and real-life inspiration.
Here, I share notes from behind the scenes, pieces of my journey, and conversations with the community that continues to shape this brand. Whether it’s a memory from Jamaica, a customer story that moved me, or thoughts on showing up fully in your own skin: this is where it all lives.
Thanks for being a part of our story.
— Deidra
Unleash Your Creativity: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Creativity is often overshadowed by the demands and distractions of everyday life. It's a birthright that belongs to us all. Whether you're writing, singing, painting, dancing, or simply doodling on a piece...
Unleash Your Creativity: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Creativity is often overshadowed by the demands and distractions of everyday life. It's a birthright that belongs to us all. Whether you're writing, singing, painting, dancing, or simply doodling on a piece...
Trust Your Gut
That subtle but powerful feeling in the pit of our stomach nudges us in a certain direction, warning us when something feels off or guiding us toward the right path. That...
Trust Your Gut
That subtle but powerful feeling in the pit of our stomach nudges us in a certain direction, warning us when something feels off or guiding us toward the right path. That...
A Peek Behind the Scenes
There is a considerable amount of thought and effort that goes into every aspect of running this business. The same person that makes the jewelry, sources the materials, comes up with...
A Peek Behind the Scenes
There is a considerable amount of thought and effort that goes into every aspect of running this business. The same person that makes the jewelry, sources the materials, comes up with...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Garnet
Garnet is the official birthstone for January. It is known for its beautiful, deep red color. Garnet's name is derived from the Latin word granatum, which means pomegranate seed.
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Garnet
Garnet is the official birthstone for January. It is known for its beautiful, deep red color. Garnet's name is derived from the Latin word granatum, which means pomegranate seed.
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Selenite
Selenite is a soft stone, with a Mohs hardness rating of 2, so it must be handled with care. It should be stored in a soft pouch, separately from other...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Selenite
Selenite is a soft stone, with a Mohs hardness rating of 2, so it must be handled with care. It should be stored in a soft pouch, separately from other...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Citrine
Centuries ago, citrine's color was associated with gold and, hence, it became known as the merchant's stone.
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Citrine
Centuries ago, citrine's color was associated with gold and, hence, it became known as the merchant's stone.
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Freshwater Pearls vs Shell Pearls
Hey 👋🏾. Welcome to our latest installment of Delightful Gems! I appreciate you taking the time to read along. Today, I am continuing with the series and discussing the difference...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Freshwater Pearls vs Shell Pearls
Hey 👋🏾. Welcome to our latest installment of Delightful Gems! I appreciate you taking the time to read along. Today, I am continuing with the series and discussing the difference...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Black Tourmaline
We're back with another installment of our Let's Talk About Beads 101 series. This time around we are discussing Black Tourmaline. Black Tourmaline is an absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing stone. There is...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Black Tourmaline
We're back with another installment of our Let's Talk About Beads 101 series. This time around we are discussing Black Tourmaline. Black Tourmaline is an absolutely beautiful and mesmerizing stone. There is...
Radiance: A Reflection on Individuality and Self-Love
Embrace your radiance – unapologetically. You are worthy of love, acceptance, and happiness. You do not need to conform to anyone's idea of who you should be. True beauty lies not...
Radiance: A Reflection on Individuality and Self-Love
Embrace your radiance – unapologetically. You are worthy of love, acceptance, and happiness. You do not need to conform to anyone's idea of who you should be. True beauty lies not...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Hematite
Hematite's name comes from the Greek word for blood. While we are used to seeing hematite with a metallic grey color, hematite has a reddish color when in powder form....
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Hematite
Hematite's name comes from the Greek word for blood. While we are used to seeing hematite with a metallic grey color, hematite has a reddish color when in powder form....
I did a little something…
If you didn’t see it before, you’ve definitely seen it now 🤭. I've changed the look and feel of D's Delights. I believe in honesty and I needed to be...
I did a little something…
If you didn’t see it before, you’ve definitely seen it now 🤭. I've changed the look and feel of D's Delights. I believe in honesty and I needed to be...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Rose Quartz
We are back with another installment in our series: Let's Talk About Beads 101. This time around we are exploring Rose Quartz. Most people are quick to identify Rose Quartz due to its...
Let's Talk About Beads 101: Rose Quartz
We are back with another installment in our series: Let's Talk About Beads 101. This time around we are exploring Rose Quartz. Most people are quick to identify Rose Quartz due to its...
