Tuesday, March 31, 2015

A Jewelry Lover's Guide To Purchasing Wood Jewelry

By Iva Cannon


For some people who may be allergic to precious metals, it may not be possible for them to wear traditional gold and silver pieces. This doesn't mean that they have to completely forgo wearing these beautiful accessories. If you are someone who wants to be able to wear rings, necklaces or other pieces, wood jewelry may be just what you are looking for. Here are tips and tricks that you can use to find beautiful and affordable pieces for your wardrobe.

There are many different options on the market today. You can find some individual pieces or you can also find coordinating sets. You may find it easier to look for sets of matching pieces as you can then choose whether you want to wear the set as a whole or mix and match them with other items you own. If you want to select individual items, it can help to narrow down the search by deciding if you are in the market for a ring, a bracelet, a necklace or earrings.

Another way of narrowing your search is to decide whether you want a solid wood piece or one that is made from beads or wooden segments. Rings and bracelets are often made out of a single, carved piece whereas many necklaces are composed of smaller sections. This is to make them flexible enough that they can fit over your head and move with your body.

If you do decide that you want to have items made out of beads, it is important to pay attention to what they are strung on and what is holding the item shut. You want to make sure that any closures or clasps are not made out of a material that you will react to. It can be surprising how little metal you need in order to have an allergic reaction.

It is not uncommon to find a mixture of wooden and stone beads. These can add a lot of visual interest. If there are metal beads that are used, make sure you find out what kind of metal they are made out of. Again, a small amount of metal can lead to a very big skin reaction.

Many people like the look that rare or exotic woods will give to the pieces that they wear. Some are grown in a very sustainable and responsible manner but others are not. If you have any concerns about the impact that these items will have on the environment, you may want to look for the words "recycled" or "repurposed" in the item description. If you are talking to the craftsman directly you may want to ask where they get the materials that they work with.

Once you know what kind of piece you want to buy, the fun of shopping begins. Look online as there are many different sites that offer this kind of jewelry. You will be able to find a variety of pieces that will look and feel good without destroying your budget. If you are crafty, you may want to look at buying individual beads and creating your own piece that you can wear with pride.

It is not hard to find pieces that you will quickly fall in love with. Taking the time to do your research first and asking questions about the individual items can help ensure that you will end up with something that is comfortable to wear and which will not harm your skin or the environment.




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