Whether you're in the mood for vegan ice cream, authentic paella, or farm-fresh pizza there is something for everyone in Port Townsend. Check out 5 of With These Rings local foodie favorites.
Read moreRing Warming Ceremony
Incorporating a ring warming into your wedding is such a special way to involve all of your guests in your ceremony. A ring warming is when you give your loved ones the opportunity to hold and imbue your wedding bands with a wish, blessing or prayer for your marriage. By the time your rings make it on to your fingers they will be saturated with the love of your friends and family.
Read moreSeptember's Top 5 Port Townsend Activities
No matter the month, day, or time of year - there is always a new place to explore, cuisine to be savored, trails to be hiked, and festivals to enjoy in and around Port Townsend. Here are September's Top 5 Port Townsend (and beyond) activities: Wooden Boat Festival, Olympic National Park & wildlife viewing, Jefferson County Farm Tour, Whale Watching, and the Port Townsend Film Festival.
Read moreColors & Karats of Gold
Many people have a lot of questions about the different colors and karats of gold. There are so many options which can make it confusing and a little overwhelming. So let me make it simple by telling you about the basics behind alloys. 24 karat gold is 100% pure gold which is a rich, yellow color and far too soft to hold up to the everyday wear of a wedding band. So how do we make rings that we can wear? Alloys!
Read more5 Things to Consider Before Choosing Silver Wedding Bands
Many couples are interested in sterling wedding bands, it is my job to help my clients choose the ring that is right for them so I am always upfront about the nature of this metal and its pros and cons. My husband and I love our silver bands, but I think that it is important to weigh out all of these options before deciding if silver is the right choice for you.
Read moreHistory of the Wedding Band
Rings in particular are loaded with significance. Throughout history rings were used as personal talismans, in business transactions, as symbols of status, and of course to pledge your love to another. The story of the wedding ring does not have one clear path; it changes with each religion and country's view of marriage. Some rings strictly marked the legal contract of marriage, while others were clearly crafted in the name of true love.
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