Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Say "I Do" to Dinnerware!

So with the new location of our store we decided to add some fun new items!! My favorite in particular is the bridal registry and gift department!! YES, that is right a place in Johnston County where you can buy nice dinnerware, and don't you worry you can't find these pretties in a department store!!

So after my extensive research I think I have found some great items to get us started. I could not be more excited about this. As a bride and a friend to many recent/upcoming brides I understand the struggle of finding the perfect gift!! If it isn't hard enough to find the perfect gift, finding that perfect gift here in the community is even harder!!!  Don't get me wrong I love driving into Raleigh and shopping but I sure would love a local place where I could pick up something. This struggle was my inspiration to add something fun, fresh and beautiful.

Here at Evans you will be met with quality and service that is second to none. If you are a bride thinking about registering just come on in and meet with me. I will walk you through the steps of registering and would love to show you what we are offering. Finding that perfect china pattern and pieces for your new life as a wife and married couple is very important! Sit back have a glass of wine and register right here in downtown Smithfield. And guess what, I will even mail out  registry announcements to anyone you want to send them to!!

For all you customers who are buying these registry items I am going to make this shopping experience super easy for you as well!! All registries can be viewed on our website: www.evansjewelersnc.com. This way you can view all the items the bride and groom are registered for from the comfort of your home. You don't have time to stop by and shop no worries just call in your order.  I will have it wrapped and even delivered!!!

The registry process should be stress free, easy and fun! Come by and see our gorgeous new items!!

Below are some pictures of our new pieces.









These are just a few of the different items we will be carrying!! Can't wait to help you choose the perfect gift for that special occasion!

LOVE!
Anna Evans 

Monday, May 4, 2015

Teacher Appreciation!

Did you ever have that one teacher? That teacher that pushed you and inspired you to be better not just academically but as a person! I remember my first teacher like that; I was in fourth grade! It is so funny to look back on that now because I distinctly remember the nervous dread when I found out I would be in her class.  All the older students always shared their horror stories of her class. The intimidation of orientation when I entered her classroom still plays so vividly in my mind; as I slid down into my assigned desk, I remember looking up and thinking "OH NO, here it goes!" It was the normal spill from covering the syllabus to what she expected throughout the year from her students, but something was different! As we left the classroom, she stopped each student gave them a hug and said she loved us.  I thought to myself, she can't love me; she doesn't even know me!! 

As the year went on, I began to realize this teacher really does love us! Although she was tough and excepted only the best, I can honestly say she is the best teacher I have ever had! She was a teacher that had a heart for her students and love for her job!! I will never forget her and all the life lessons that she taught me! 

Why am I rambling on about my favorite teacher? Well this week is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and here at Evans Jewelers we want to extend a 20% off discount to any teacher that comes in this week!  

Below are some great gift ideas for that special teacher in your life! 

Personalized jewelry or trinket box!


Blue Glass Crab Bowls 

Personalized Letter Opener by Reed & Barton

Rembrandt Bangle Charm Bracelets 

Flower of the Month Bracelets 







 Pearl Off the Cuff Bracelets

Thank you to all of the teachers out there that shape so many lives!

LOVE,
Anna Evans 





Tuesday, April 28, 2015

And so a new journey begins!

"The journey doesn't start at the beginning; it begins at the end."

Graduation time is here again! Another year and a new chapter begins for so many people. I remember that bitter sweet feeling of knowing that something great is ending, but something new is just about to begin! Graduation whether it is high school or college is such an exciting time as a young adult. So many emotions, so many goodbyes, and so many memories! 

Make sure that the graduate in your life knows just how proud you are of them.  What better way to celebrate your graduate than with a gift from Evans. 

We have a number of personalized gifts that will help them in their next stage in life, or if you are looking for a special piece of jewelry or watch we have that as well. Below, are some great graduation gift ideas!

Give you Grad a ring with their college colors! We have a gemstone for any school they attend, from Campbell, Duke, Carolina, ECU, NC State and App!


Pearls are great graduation gifts that can be later worn on her Big Day! 

Ladies Citizen Eco-Drive watches.

Diamond earrings are a very special gift that will forever be cherished!

Personalized Graduation Gifts for gents or ladies!

Gents Citizen Eco-Drive Watches



Congratulations to all the Grads!

LOVE!
Anna Evans 

Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Mom!

MOM  (noun): One person who does the work of twenty; For Free
      see also: saint

Now that I am older and hopefully a bit wiser than I was back in the day, I have so much admiration and respect for my Mom. She put up with a ton of (excuse my language) CRAP!  We all go through that terrible teenage phase where everything Mom says is wrong, but guess what she was always RIGHT! There you go I said it ... Mom you were always right!!! :) I am so blessed that my Mom is not only my Mom, but my friend!  I hope that one day I can be half of the Mother you were to me all these years, and I hope that people can see a little of you in me!



 This Mother's Day make sure you let your Mom know how wonderful she is. Give her the best!!! Here are some great gift ideas for Mother's Day this year! 













Thank you to all the Moms out there!

LOVE,
Anna Evans 

Monday, April 6, 2015

Love, eternity, strength and everlasting affection!

  April is the month of diamonds! Yes, DIAMONDS! And, I can not think of one girl that does not love diamonds. Diamonds signify love, eternity, strength and everlasting affection. The word diamond is derived from the Greek word adamas meaning "unbreakable." Diamonds have been known to mankind since ancient time.  Some of the earliest references of diamonds can be traced back to India.

Here at Evans we love our diamonds. Below are some pictures of some beautiful diamond pieces that can be found right here in the store!





So if you have somebody special with a Diamond Birthday this month be sure to stop by and see us!


                                                                                                      LOVE,
                                                                                                        Anna Evans 


Tuesday, March 3, 2015

The stone of mermaids!

If you saw my most recent Facebook post you saw some gorgeous Aquamarine rings that we have right here in the store.  Aquamarine is the official birthstone of March (lucky little March babies.)

The word Aquamarine is derived from two Latin words: aqua meaning "water" and marina meaning "of the sea."  There are many different historical meanings and lore surrounding  this beautiful blue stone.  The Greeks and Romans knew this gem as the sailor's gem, ensuring safe passage and voyage across stormy seas. According to old folklore it is said that this gem would bring victory in battle and legal disputes.  It is also said that this gem was the most appropriate gift for a husband to give his new wife the morning after consummating their marriage.

This gorgeous stone has a variety of different colors from the light blue of the sky, to the light greenish blue and deep greenish blue of the ocean.  The amazing beryl mineral captures almost very color of the sea.

"The lovely aquamarine, which seems to have come from some mermaid's treasure house, in the depths of a summer sea, has charms not to be denied." - Pliny the Elder
 

Light blue-green Round                  Deep Blue-Green Pear                     Cabochon - Square Cut
Spiral- Cut Aquamarine                        Cut Aquamarine                                 Aquamarine






Left & Above: custom design, Oval Aqua, diamonds, and pink sapphires (set in rose gold.)







As you can see in all the above images this is definitely the stone of mermaids! And who doesn't want to be a mermaid! All of the jewelry and stones pictured can be purchased right here at Evans!

                                                                                                              LOVE!
                                                                                                              Anna Evans

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Coming Soon!

We are so excited about the new store! Here are some updated photos of the interior! Hope you enjoy; let us know what you think so far! 


Bathroom (porcelain tile floor with tongue & groove wood wall)  

 Register/Checkout Counter: restored pipe to original state

Work Room: copper hood for ventilation 

Front Entry: Slate Fireplace 

 Exposed Ceiling stained gray 

 Show Room Area 

 The Painting has begun (well priming)  

 Walk-in Humidor: Spanish Cedar shelves for the cigars

Walk-in Humidor: wine rack and more shelves

Work Room: hard wood floors


I hope you all are enjoying this as much as we are! We can not wait to open up and bring some new life into Downtown Smithfield! We would not be here without all of you (our loyal customers.) Thank you again for helping make this possible! 

                                                                                               LOVE,
                                                                                             Anna Evans