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Blogs by Shivan Sarna

HSN Show Host Shivan Sarna’s passion for jewelry led her to become a Graduate Gemologist (GIA) with a Graduate Diamond Certificate. She loves sharing the thrill of finding that perfect item to solve a problem or to be more glamorous. Follow Shivan on Twitter @shivansarna and connect with her on Facebook.

Gems So Rare – Who Do You Love?
February 13, 2013 – 9:36 AM | 3 Comments
Gems So Rare – Who Do You Love?

When it comes to gemstones, I could talk to you about color, cut, clarity and all that all day. I’d love to do that, but at the end of that day I want you to …

Holiday Hunting and Gathering for Sparkly Things!
November 15, 2012 – 9:01 AM | 2 Comments
Holiday Hunting and Gathering for Sparkly Things!

(Pictured here, Jay King and I are in the holiday spirit!)
Have you ever noticed that the best shopping seems to happen at the end of the year in most stores? At HSN it is like …

Three Big Jewelry Anniversaries Coming Up on HSN!
October 2, 2012 – 12:15 PM | One Comment
Three Big Jewelry Anniversaries Coming Up on HSN!

Ever heard of the expression good things come in threes? Well in October HSN is going all out to prove that! We have three outstanding jewelry visionaries and three extraordinary anniversaries to celebrate. Jay King, Jay Finegold and Jean Dousset will all be here with new and exciting pieces in honor of their anniversaries- so let the festivities begin!

Shamballa & Heaven on Earth
August 1, 2012 – 8:53 AM | 6 Comments
Shamballa & Heaven on Earth

Shamballa is frequently thought of as a mythical magical land far, far away. An Eastern land of perfection, peace and serenity – sounds wonderful doesn’t it? I am so there! I imagine Heaven on earth. Have …

Treasures of India
May 30, 2012 – 10:45 AM | 8 Comments
Treasures of India

Join me on June 5th at 4 p.m. for the HSN jewelry show I have waited 13 years to host: The Treasures of India!  This is personal for me. I took many trips to India …

Excursion to Italy: All Aboard!
April 22, 2012 – 9:20 PM | 5 Comments
Excursion to Italy: All Aboard!

The long line of artisan tradition in Italy is still going strong today, not just on the historical cobblestone streets of Italy, but here on HSN. On April 26th, we are bringing the best of …

Stop, Shop & Smell the Roses!
April 4, 2012 – 10:00 PM | One Comment
Stop, Shop & Smell the Roses!

Sally C. is back once again at HSN to kick off our 24 Hour Designer Jewelry Event on April 4th. Her friends at HSN call her Sally C. – her last name is Chanaratsopon, by …

Birthstones – This Time It’s Personal!
March 4, 2012 – 5:25 PM | 6 Comments
Birthstones – This Time It’s Personal!

There is a spirited conversation going on about birthstones on my Facebook page. Some of you are really into traditional meanings, but most of us just go with what we love. If you are wondering …

Tucson Gem Finds
February 14, 2012 – 2:54 PM | 13 Comments
Tucson Gem Finds

If you have seen my Facebook page, you know that I went to my FAVORITE trade show and gemstone immersion experience – The 56th Annual Tucson Gem Fair. It is absolutely a trade show, but …