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DavidU October 4, 2010

Is handmade jewelry a good gift idea?

I know that it’s made to express original style and personality so it makes for a thoughtful gift, as it provides sentimental value to its wearer.

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kayla May 3, 2011

Handmade jewelry is a wonderful idea for a gift! Instead of just picking out something that everyone has or can have, you are giving a one of a kind piece of art. It allows for the gift to be much more personal and special. I think that one of a kind is always more special than one of many.

m.jenkins October 31, 2010

I think handmade jewelry is a fantastic gift idea. I feel like you can always tell when a piece of jewelry is handcrafted because there is usually much more care and originality added to it then the ones that are mass produced. This is probably because the jeweler is making each piece separately and instead of hoping that 100 people like the same piece, they can have a bit more fun because they are just looking for one person to come in and like the product.

Just on a side note to you, although handmade jewelry can be really expensive to buy, it can also be really easy to make. Most jewelry or bead shops offer jewelry making classes. They are usually under 50 per class and all you need is a class or two to be able to make your own jewelry! Cool huh?

AlanO October 7, 2010

I'm not sure. You'll probably end up spending a lot more money on hand-made stuff than you would on some other kind of gift. It's probably a nice gift, but I think it depends on how much you want to spend. I might buy it for someone if I found something that I could afford, I think I would definitely buy something nice hand made for a friend. I know that she would appreciate it. Especially for certain occasions such as an engagement, a birthday, graduation gift.. mother's day, valentine's day. these are all good occasions to buy that kind of gift.

VetoU October 7, 2010

As opposed to most of the mass produced jewelry produced in the jewelry industry, handmade jewelry is jewelry that is made by hand instead of machines. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission only provides a handmade stamp on jewelry for pieces of jewelry that have been created or at least guided by hand. Hence, this does not necessarily mean that no technology can be used in the making of handmade jewelry, but it does mean that the making of such jewelry is led by man. For those who appreciate jewelry-making as an art, handmade jewelry is often the preferred choice. Basically, the inclination towards handmade jewelry is often the option for people that aspire to an original and unique look as such jewelry is made by professional artisans that truly enjoy the craft of jewelry making and put there passion into each piece that they make. Handmade jewelry is a great gift idea, especially for people that really appreciate innovation and creativity. It’s made to express original style and personality so handmade jewelry makes for a thoughtful gift, as it provides sentimental value to its wearer. Handmade jewelry ranges from beaded jewelry to crystal jewelry, gemstone jewelry, pearl jewelry, and more. If you’re looking for a gift for someone with their own unique style, chances are handmade jewelry will be the perfect choice. Many people opt for handmade jewelry specifically for special occasions so there is a wide variety of handmade bridal jewelry and handmade bridesmaid jewelry, handmade Valentine’s Day jewelry, handmade anniversary jewelry, etc. available out there . Handmade mystical jewelry is also a very popular choice among those interested in mysticism. Jewelry is a wonderful fashion element that allows one to express him/herself through taste and style and what better way to do so then with handmade jewelry made by passionate jewelry artisans?

ArnoldO October 6, 2010

Yes, I absolutely think that handmade jewelry is a good idea. Why not? it's very trendy and although it might be a bit more pricey than mass-manufactured items, it will be well worth it and the receiver of the gift will almost definitely be happy with it! i think it's a great idea.