As the leaves change color and the air gets crisp, many people begin to crave all things pumpkin spice. If you're looking for the perfect place to enjoy all that autumn has to offer, look no further than Maine! Fall in New England, Maine in particular is like no place else on earth! The vibrant colors of foliage in Maine make it a top destination for leaf peeping. The crisp cool mornings, rich smells of apple cider, crisp falling leaves, and pumpkin picking are just a few reasons to love fall in Maine. We have happily put together a guide...

Pantone releases a color of the year every year, which creates significant buzz across the design community. With this ever-changing desire for creating something different comes new energy and creativity, making brands as well as designers eagerly anticipate the announcement of Pantone's annual color with each new release. Learn more about this "color of the moment" in our blog article! What is the Pantone color of the year? Pantone's Color of the Year is a highly anticipated event in the design world. Every year, Pantone announces a new color that they believe will be on trend in the coming year....

The original Maine flagMaine became a state in 1820 but it wasn't until much later that an official flag was created. The first official Maine flag was adopted only in 1901 and featured a pine tree and a blue north star on a cream colored background. The flag was likely created by marine committees who were interested in a state flag that would be recognizable from a distance at sea. The flag was used until 1909 when it was replaced by a new design. The second Maine flag featured a green field with a white pine tree in the center....

Cork is a material obtained from the bark of the cork oak. It is a natural, sustainable and recyclable material. It is a renewable resource that has been used for centuries for a variety of purposes, including as a closure for wine bottles and as a material for flooring and insulation. Cork is an environmentally friendly product that is also biodegradable.The uses of corkCork is a versatile material with a wide range of applications. It can be used for insulation, as a soundproofing material, or even as a bulletin board. Cork is also becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable building...

How to Clean Jewelry Like a Pro So you've purchased a new piece of sterling silver Maine jewelry, but you want to make sure you are taking care of it correctly? Well you've come to the right place! I'm going to provide you with some cleaning techniques that won't break the bank and will keep your treasures shining bright. Why Sterling Silver Jewelry? The silver that we use here at Gem Lounge Jewelry is all eco-friendly, recycled sterling silver. It is all locally reproduced whicsh means it is better for the environment as no new mining has taken place. Real...

2018 Pantone Color of the Year The Pantone Color Institute has announced this year's color of the year, Ultra Violet! This highly anticipated announcement is something to get excited about. The announcement of the Pantone color of the year is usually a precursor for some amazing styles in the design world for the year to come! "Recognized around the world as a leading source of color information through seasonal trend forecasts, custom color development, and palette recommendations for product and corporate identity, Pantone Color Institute partners with global brands to leverage the power, psychology and emotion of color in their...

What is Moonstone? Moonstone is actually a member of the feldspar mineral group. Feldspar is one of the most prevalent mineral found on the planet. Other members of this mineral group consist of labradorite (moonstone's sister stone), rainbow moonstone, sunstone, and amazonite. Moonstone and labradorite both have the cloudy irradescent glow that isn't found in any other stone in the world. Is Rainbow Moonstone a Real Moonstone? Rainbow moonstone technically isn't even moonstone at all but a variation of labradorite. It's translucent beauty is hard to deny and makes an amazing statement piece! Rainbow moonstone pieces are so beautiful and...