Silver Lotus Lensography

I started this lens to share my love for South Asia with others. It's an eclectic collection of information and visuals - anything from art and culture to religion and politics. Whatever moves me! Sign the guest book, and if you have a moment,...

I created this lens as a "sister" lens to Tibet, Nepal & South Asia to further explore and share all kinds of information about that wonderful part of the world. If you are looking for audio books, printed books, or electronic books about or by His...

I began Silver Lotus while living in Kathmandu, Nepal, where I fell in love with the extraordinary jewelry handcrafted by artisans using traditional tools, techniques, and materials. Because of the political turmoil in Nepal, my family and ...

I've had the good fortune of being able to travel around Asia and to live there as well. My experiences turned me into a big fan of Asian design and style. Of course, each country is different, and each deserves its own lens, and this lens...

Known as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Chomolungma in Tibet, Mt. Everest straddles the Nepal-Tibet border and over the years has seen many triumphs and far too many tragedies. There's nothing like the thrill of seeing Mt. Everest in person. If you're not...

Are you looking for more information about how to live a greener, more eco-friendly life? Concerned about global warming? Do you want to learn more about issues affecting our environment? I started Your Green Guide to help! In my years of work with no...

Netsuke is a form of miniature sculpture that developed in Japan over a period of more than 300 years. Netsuke served both functional and aesthetic purposes. The kimono, the traditional form of Japanese dress, had no pockets. Women would tuck small...

Bakelite is a brand name for thermosetting plastic, invented in 1907 by Leo Hendrik Baekland. It was used for everything from industrial products to decorative objects and costume jewelry (see Life magazine cover left). Bakelite was especially popula...

The days when full figured women were severely limited in their fashion choices are, fortunately, in the past. Designers and retailers now realize that offering fashionable plus size clothing is smart business. Full figured women know that who you a...

I've always liked wearing rings. When I was little my parents bought me birthstone rings, and when I got older I bought rings of all types. My favorite ring is my really simple gold wedding band, but I have all kinds of rings in my jewelry box. I love...

From the distant precolumbian past to modern times, Mexican silverware lays claim to a long and fertile tradition. Mexico has long been one of the great silver-producing countries. As a result, and not surprisingly, its artists and silversmiths hav...

These days there's a lot of hype about making money online, and many people are selling get-rich schemes that often seem too good to be true. I don't expect to become a millionaire overnight, but I am interested in making even more money online than...

I've had the good fortune of being able to travel around Asia and to live there as well. My experiences turned me into a big fan of Asian design and style. Of course, each country is different, and each deserves its own lens, and this lens...

Thank you for visiting! I joined the world of eBay and started selling online in April 2004. I began with auctions and soon opened an eBay store. Although I closed my store in 2009 (not a reflection on eBay), I still sell on eBay and enjoy it. The eBa...

Who doesn't want to save money? Welcome to The Frugal Yankee, here to help you find deals, stay on top of consumer issues, and get more for less. The Frugal Yankee shares links to the kind of resources you need to live a more frugal life, including co...

In 2007 I learned that I have osteoarthritis (just like many baby boomers, as well as older and younger folks). Later on in the year I had Total Hip Replacement Surgery on one hip. The other hip was replaced in 2009. When I was first diagnosed with os...

There are many good reasons to buy fine antique or vintage jewelry. Chief among these are craftsmanship, uniqueness, and value. You can often find great deals on beautiful fine jewelry through estate sales, in the estate departments of jewelry stores,...

I'm an eBay seller who spends a fair amount of time in eBay's discussion boards and groups. "Where can I buy wholesale products?" is one of the most frequently asked questions. People want to know where they can buy wholesale products to sell on eBay...

Nielloware and Siam silver jewelry have become popular collectibles, as have other unique treasures from Old Siam. I hope this lens will enable you to see why many collectors have become fascinated with these treasures. And it's worth noting that vin...