Pearl Journal

Determining Pearl Quality

Discover the qualities that make a pearl truly exceptional. Learn how luster, surface quality, shape, and careful matching come together to create the timeless beauty of every Add-A-Pearl necklace.

What Size Pearl Should I Start With?

The size of your first pearl helps shape the look of your necklace for years to come. Explore our guide to choosing the ideal starting pearl and learn how graduated and uniform necklaces each creat...

When Should You Add Pearls to an Add-A-Pearl Necklace?

One of the most beautiful aspects of an Add-A-Pearl necklace is its simplicity. There is no single “right” time to add a pearl.Instead, each pearl is chosen to mark a moment — a memory you want...

Add-A-Pearl Gift FAQ: Everything You Need to Know

Looking for a meaningful, heirloom-quality gift? Whether you're starting a necklace for a newborn, a first birthday, or a baptism, the Add-A-Pearl tradition offers a beautiful way to give a gift t...

What’s a Sentimental Baby Gift That Lasts Forever? (Our Favorite Pick Will Melt Your Heart)

When you're searching for a baby gift whether it's for a baby shower, first birthday, christening, or the moment she's born—you want it to be special. Something thoughtful. Something she might act...

The Ultimate Guide to Personalizing Your Add-A-Pearl Necklace Journey

An Add-A-Pearl necklace is more than just a beautiful piece of jewelry—it’s a cherished tradition, a keepsake that grows alongside life’s milestones. Each pearl represents a special moment, a cele...

What's the Difference Between Natural and Cultured Pearls

Pearls have been prized since ancient times for their natural beauty and their ability to embody timeless style without further enhancement. Symbols of love and glamour, they have been adored and a...

What Does It Mean When Something Is Handcrafted?

When shopping for special gifts for loved ones, you may have come across the terms "handmade" and "handcrafted". Though they sound similar and both suggest that a human has been involved in the pro...

Pearl Stories Shared With Love

There's so much love shared with the tradition of Add-A-Pearl and our hearts are full of joy after hearing more about the sentiments behind the gift. Here are a few of the stories shared with us re...

Choosing Between Graduated and Uniform Pearl Necklaces

Cultured pearl necklaces are available in more varieties and silhouettes than most consumers realize. Not only do the pearls themselves come in different diameters and shapes, but the strands are a...