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Need input on Pearl birthday gift idea

P: 6/23/2009 3:59:01 PM
bebe Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,003 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 11/20/2007	I have this idea and would like some input - in other words, am I crazy, is this stupid ?? My best friends birthday is coming up. I'm thinking maybe arrange in advance with Pure Pearls to have a display of all kinds of pearls at a certain price set, say not over $350.00, and allow my friend to pick what she wants. First, don't even know if Pure Pearls could do that (PP and myself in Houston) and I'm a little worried best friend might "look down" on freshwater pearls because she has a strand of Mikimotos. I've given her a Tin Cup freshwater pearl necklace in the past and never really knew how she felt about it. "I" like my idea, but just not sure. I'd love for her to find a multi colored necklace, I think she'd like that. But don't know how she feels about pearls that are not Mikimotos. Thoughts?
Posted: 6/23/2009 3:59:01 PM

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P: 6/23/2009 4:41:39 PM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,840 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Oh Bebe, that is the sweetest idea; if a friend did that for me I would be over the moon! I think that is a lovely idea!! Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 6/23/2009 4:41:39 PM

P: 6/23/2009 4:52:57 PM
jmtomaui Cut Rock Total Posts: 344 Last Post: 11/21/2009 Member Since: 10/10/2006	Bebe, my birthday is in November... Seriously, this is a wonderful gift idea! Skippy phrased it best in that I too would be "over the moon" if someone went to the time and trouble to give me a gift! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> "The miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had to courage to start." John Bingham May you have the courage to start! Julie
Posted: 6/23/2009 4:52:57 PM

P: 6/23/2009 5:05:22 PM
akmiss Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,572 Last Post: 11/22/2009 Member Since: 1/8/2008	Date: 6/23/2009 4:52:57 PM Author: jmtomaui Bebe, my birthday is in November... Seriously, this is a wonderful gift idea! Skippy phrased it best in that I too would be 'over the moon' if someone went to the time and trouble to give me a gift! Exactly! I would consider it a very heartfelt gift. THIS AGGRESSION WILL NOT STAND - The Dude
Posted: 6/23/2009 5:05:22 PM

P: 6/23/2009 6:13:00 PM
summertime Cut Rock Total Posts: 182 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 12/6/2008	That is one of the best gift ideas I have ever heard! Better than being a kid in a candy store. I certainly wouldn't be complaining that they were not Mikimotos.
Posted: 6/23/2009 6:13:00 PM

P: 6/23/2009 6:18:44 PM
Kelli Ideal Rock Total Posts: 4,581 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 5/27/2008	Date: 6/23/2009 6:13:00 PM Author: summertime That is one of the best gift ideas I have ever heard! Better than being a kid in a candy store. I certainly wouldn't be complaining that they were not Mikimotos. ditto!
Posted: 6/23/2009 6:18:44 PM

P: 6/23/2009 8:42:38 PM
rainwood Cut Rock Total Posts: 408 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 3/29/2005	Although this sounds like a great idea for all of us pearl lovers, it may not be for your friend. If you've given a pearl gift before and don't know how she feels about it and she hasn't worn it when the two of you are together, I'm not sure I'd give her pearls again. She may be someone for whom labels such as Mikimoto are important or pearls are not a big part of her fashion wardrobe. If, however, she's given you some indication that she'd be interested in doing something like a "pick your pearls" excursion, then go for it. You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm. - Collette
Posted: 6/23/2009 8:42:38 PM

P: 6/23/2009 9:37:48 PM
bebe Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,003 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 11/20/2007	Date: 6/23/2009 8:42:38 PM Author: rainwood Although this sounds like a great idea for all of us pearl lovers, it may not be for your friend. If you've given a pearl gift before and don't know how she feels about it and she hasn't worn it when the two of you are together, I'm not sure I'd give her pearls again. She may be someone for whom labels such as Mikimoto are important or pearls are not a big part of her fashion wardrobe. If, however, she's given you some indication that she'd be interested in doing something like a 'pick your pearls' excursion, then go for it. I know she loves pearls, but rainwood hit the nail on the head. I'm a wee bit concerned about the "label" issue. She loves beautiful jewelry, but isn't into the specs and cuts like we PS'ers are! gotta think about this some more, I guess.
Posted: 6/23/2009 9:37:48 PM

P: 6/24/2009 11:30:51 PM
szh07 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,352 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 4/28/2008	I think that is a really sweet idea! She might be into labels and specs...but this could also be an excellent opportunity to show her how beautiful freshwater pearls can be regardless of brand. I tend of go for brands that are 'trusted' until I know any better. Perhaps you could check out their inventory and see if you think its top notch yourself; I am sure you have excellent tastes judging by your avatar! See, you and me have a better time than most can dream, Have it better than the best, and so can pull on through. Whatever tears at us, whatever holds us down, And if nothing can be done, We'll make the best of what's around.
Posted: 6/24/2009 11:30:51 PM

P: 6/25/2009 10:10:44 AM
canuk-gal Ideal Rock Total Posts: 9,195 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 4/19/2004	HI: Very thoughtful! Can you have a benign conversation about jewellery and somehow weave pearls into it to get a feel of what she thinks? cheers--Sharon "People who possess great qualities, do not need to show off".
Posted: 6/25/2009 10:10:44 AM

P: 6/26/2009 12:02:01 AM
bebe Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,003 Last Post: 11/24/2009 Member Since: 11/20/2007	szh07 and Sharon, we talk about jewelry all the time. I called her as soon as I left ERD's office when I bought the diamond in my ring <----- that one anyway, szh07, like you said, I "kinda" wanted the chance to show her there is more out there besides just the labels ;) Seriously, I can't think of anything else to do for her, so this idea might just be it, along with lunch.
Posted: 6/26/2009 12:02:01 AM

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