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mafoliegems/README.md

Hi, I’m Cathy, Founder of Ma Folie Jewelry Studio

I’m a GIA-trained jewelry designer in Vancouver. At Ma Folie, I create custom and made-to-order engagement rings with sapphires, lab & natural diamonds, and rare gemstones — each piece designed from scratch around your story.

Diamond basics (the 4 C’s in plain English)

  • Colour (D–Z): D–F look colourless; G–I are “near-colourless” and great value once set.
  • Clarity: VVS and VS have tiny inclusions you won’t see without magnification; SI can show small inclusions but often still look beautiful face-up.
  • Cut: The spark factor. A well-cut diamond returns light and looks lively even if the carat is modest.
  • Carat: Weight, not size. A smaller well-cut stone can out-shine a larger poorly-cut one.

At Ma Folie, our lab diamonds are typically DEF colour and VVS/VS clarity for a crisp, bright look.

Why sapphires make wonderful engagement stones

  • Meaningful: Often associated with wisdom, loyalty, clarity, and sincerity.
  • Durable: Hardness 9 on the Mohs scale — excellent for everyday wear.
  • Distinctive: Not just blue — gorgeous pinks, greens, teal-greens, and more.
  • Expressive: A great choice if you want something unique that still feels timeless.

Choosing a centre stone: quick cheat sheet

  • Sapphire (Mohs 9): Rich colours, durable, symbolic; great daily wear.
  • Ruby (Mohs 9): Bold red, rare, romantic; stands up to life’s knocks.
  • Diamond (Mohs 10): Maximum hardness, classic brilliance, endless shapes.
  • Emerald (Mohs ~7.5–8): Lush green, refined; needs a bit more care and mindful wear.

Mohs hardness at a glance

10 Diamond
9 Sapphire / Ruby
7.5–8 Emerald

Hardness = scratch resistance. All stones benefit from gentle care (see below).

Ring care (quick tips)

  • Remove your ring for the gym, heavy lifting, chlorine pools, and harsh cleaners.
  • At home: soft brush + mild soap + warm water, then pat dry with a lint-free cloth.
  • Store separately in a pouch or ring box to avoid scratches.
  • Professional clean & prong check every 6–12 months.

The studio

  • By-appointment consultations in a cozy heritage space (most weekends + one weekday).
  • You hand-pick stones; we design every detail together.
  • Typical timeline: ~6–8 weeks from deposit to finished ring.

Start here

(More about me and studio stories live at https://mafoliegems.com.)

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    Ma Folie is a Vancouver studio designing engagement rings from scratch with sapphires, diamonds, and rare gems — founded by GIA-trained designer Cathy.