I don’t know about you, but I’ve been a little obsessed with big sparkly gem jewelry this year. I know they’re a big trend right now, and that might be why I’ve gone bling crazy, but you have to admit, they do look great. I spent most of the winter season searching for a perfect antique necklaces to wear for the various holidays parties, but all my searches resulted in me leaving stores empty-handed. While I did spot some beautiful pieces they were too expensive, and everything that was more affordable just looked cheap. I was left a little disappointed to say the least.
More recently, I was introduced to an amazing Canadian company that specializes in beautiful vintage Gem jewelry; Bee’s Knees Gems. 
I probably spent a good hour perusing the web-site. Every piece was so pretty and special. I had a hard time deciding whether I should pick the trendy emerald-green and rose gold ring, the teardrop sapphire pendant on a rose gold chain, or the black onyx ring. After much deliberation and some consultation with my husband (yes, he even helped), I decided to get the cushion cut pendant necklace. I’ve been searching for something similar to this for a while now. I also wanted something that I could wear on a daily basis but easily use to go from day wear to evening wear.
I anxiously waited for my package to arrive and I couldn’t have been happier when it came. The necklace came in a beautiful box which is great if you’re giving the jewelry as a gift. If you’re looking for quality jewelry at great prices, check out Jewelry Pawn Shop. 
The pendant itself was much bigger than I expected but just as perfect as I had imagined. I have pretty much worn it every day since I got it; the only exception was when my family went to the Monster Jam show last Sunday (1 – I didn’t think it would be appropriate. 2 – yes you read that correctly, we took our two year old to Monster Jam 🙂 ). True to Bee’s Knees claim, I received a compliment on my new necklace every day!! I already have my eyes set on the gorgeous aquamarine studs 😉
I know why I love it, but if you need some more reason’s, here’s what Bee’s Knees has to say about their beautiful jewelry:
Why you’ll love it
Beautiful. All our crystals sparkle brightly since they are genuine Swarovski or Austrian Crystals. The casing is always silver or 18K gold/platinum electroplated, making them shine beautifully on you. The two elements combine to create elegant and timeless jewelry that you’ll enjoy for years.
Durable and Sturdy. You’ll be surprised at the weight of our jewelry. Bee’s Knees pieces aren’t just little trinkets, they’re solid pieces of jewelry, due in part to the thick layer of gold and platinum that coats the casing. These pieces will last you years with the proper care.
Full 1 Year Money Back Guarantee. If you don’t love your Bee’s Knees Jewelry at any point in the first YEAR after receiving it, just send it back. 100% refund, no questions asked.
100% Hypoallergenic. All our jewelry is nickel free and won’t cause an allergic reaction or green your skin.
Inexpensive. It’s true, our pieces are not solid gold. Instead they are electroplated with gold or platinum. The means that, using the process of electrolysis, a layer of 18K gold or platinum is fused to the exterior of all the pieces. You get the weight, shine and comfort of pure gold without paying hundreds or thousands of dollars.
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Valentines day is just around the corner, but you don’t need to be in a relationship or beg / hint at what you really want. Just enter our amazing contest for you chance to win $250 worth of jewelry from Bee’s Knees Gems!
But that’s not all! If you don’t want to wait, you can get your hands on these beautiful pieces right now. Bee’s Knees Gems is offering Mayahood Blog readers 20% off. Just use voucher code Maya20 at checkout. You can also check out their sale item section for some even more amazing deals!
To enter this contest, you need to do one of the followings. The more you do, the more entries you will receive in the draw. Kindly leave me a message at the end of this post to let me know which of the following activities you have completed.
1. Like Mayahood on Facebook
2. Like Bee’s Knees Gems on Facebook
3. Follow Mayahood blog on WordPress. Click on the “follow” button and enter your e-mail address to receive my latest blog posts directly to your mailbox as soon as I publish them.
4. Share this giveaway on your Facebook page. Copy and Paste the following sentences on your personal timeline: Great giveaway from Bee’s Knees Gems & Mayahood blog. Enter here for your chance to $250 worth of jewelry from Bee’s Knees Gems: http://wp.me/p248bN-ty
5. Check out Bee’s Knees Gems website and leave a comment below and let us know what you would buy if you won the $250.
Hey Maya, did all 1-5 on the list and I’d definitely buy that same cushion cut pendant necklace, along with the emerald cushion cut ring 🙂
Good choices 😉 Good-luck!
1. I like your facebook page
2. Liked Bee’s Knees Gems on facebook
3. Already follow via email
4. https://www.facebook.com/sarah.perry.14811/posts/482560318468842 shared on facebook
5. http://www.beeskneesgems.com/collections/rings/products/circle-cut-cz-stone-in-white-gold This is one item i would choose, theres so much though that it’ll be hard to choose if I should win 🙂
Thanks!
Sarah perry on facebook
same email as commented with.
That’s a beautiful ring!! Good-luck
I completed #2 and #4!
Hi Maya,
What a great giveaway! I did all five things! I liked both FB pages, I followed your blog via email, I shared the giveaway on my own FB and I checked out the BK site. I loved so many things over there. If I won the giveaway, I would choose a few different items like the Bohemian Water Drop Earrings, the Black Onyx and Crystal Earrings and maybe the Circle Cut Austrian Crystal Ring. It’s so hard to choose!
it is hard!!! everything is so beautiful. good-luck
Also did #1 and for #5, i would buy: http://www.beeskneesgems.com/collections/rings/products/copy-of-cushion-cut-crystal-plated-in-18k-gold
nice pick. good-luck
I really like the Swarovski Crystal Drop Earrings
they are awesome. good-luck
I follow via wordpress
Hey!
1,2,3 done. For 5 I would definitely get an emerald ring and something turquoise.
Great contest! Thanks
i like bees knees gems on facebook
#2 and #5 done
I would choose http://www.beeskneesgems.com/collections/earrings/products/sapphire-studs
nice!! good-luck
I Like Mayahood on Facebook. (Amy M)
One of the items I would like to get is the Cushion Cut Pendant Necklace.
that’s a beautiful piece. Good-luck
I’ve liked Mayahood and Bee’s Knees on Facebook. And I’d buy the Aquamarine pendant necklace and black onyx ring if I won.
Great choices. Thanks for entering and good-luck
If I won I would definitely get the Delicate Rose Gold and Champagne Ring and much more there is some really nice jewelry on this site!
Thanks for entering. Good-luck
Like you on Facebook as Angela Mitchell
Liked Bees Knees of Facebook as Angela Mitchell
Follow you on WordPress
skyalive1976 at gmail dot com
Shared giveaway on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/angela.mitchell.589/posts/409804599105481
If I won I’d like to get the Diamond Austrian Crystal Teardrop Necklace and the Square Cut Black Onyx Ring.
I would purchase the Bohemian Water Drop Earrings.
Hi Maya!
I did all four of the first items and I’d pick the Emerald Cut Swarovski Crystal Studs.
I did 1 – 5. I would pick a green emerland ring along with another necklace if I won!
I follow Mayahood’s blog on WordPress. If I won I would buy new charcoal earrings.
I did 1, 2, 3 and 5. If I won, I would get the Pearl and Austrian Crystal Pendant Necklace
I like you on Facebook!
I like Bee’s Knees Gems on Facebook!
I think you really chose wisely for yourself – my fave is also the Cushion Cut Pendant Necklace!
I love the Circle Cut Austrian Crystal ring – so pretty
1. I like your facebook page
2. Liked Bee’s Knees Gems on facebook
5. I love love love the Circle Cut Austrian Crystal Ring and the Teardrop Aquamarine Pendant Necklace
liked you on Fb – Michelle Galante
liked Bees Knees on FB – michelle galante
https://twitter.com/MichelleGalante/status/299006670565154818 – tweet
I could do some serious shopping with $250 bucks.
Fox Broach
Rainbow Peacock Broach
Circle Cut Austrian Crystal Ring
Erstwhile Rose Patterned Ring
those are my loves
I like Mayahood on facebook (same name)
I like Bees Knees on facebook (same name)
I shared on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maegan.morin.3/posts/433849610017036
One of the things that I would get is this Emerald Cut Swarovski Crystal Ring: http://www.beeskneesgems.com/collections/rings/products/copy-of-cushion-cut-crystal-plated-in-18k-gold
Thanks for entering & good-luck
Psyched great giveaway! Would love to give myself a special sparklie valentine treat! Followed you and bees-knees on facebook!
I love the Princess Cut Swarovski Crystal Ring, so much gorgeous sparkle!
I completed 1, 2 and 4
Maya! Naturally, I’ve “liked” you on (and off) Facebook for ages! Tried #3 but can’t figure it out on my iPhone…and for #5- the aquamarine studs and Austrian crystal cocktail necklace! Thanks & Good luck to me :)!
I would get the Pearl and Austrian Crystal Pendant Necklace!! Number5 complete!!
if i won i would like the Princess Cut Swarovski Crystal Ring and the Charcoal Water Drop Earrings
i like you on facebook
holly messana
https://www.facebook.com/holly.messana.5/posts/320073451446748
i shared on facebook
holly messana
i liked Bee’s Knees gems on facebook
holl messana
I follow your blog on wordpress
hollymessana@gmail.com