I am addicted to handcrafted jewelry!

Filed Under: All Posts, Janell on November 18, 2009

Ok I have to admit it, I love jewelry and especially unique fun jewelry that I know thousands of other people don’t have in their jewelry box. One of the biggest benefits of working with GROW Nebraska is getting to know all the great artisans we have in Nebraska that make jewelry. If you are looking for edgy Ali-O has lots of great things. I have a couple rings from Ali-O that always make me feel like “Wonder Woman” when I wear them. Modern chains interest you? Cindy Jacobs does some show stopping necklace designs. Chunky cross designs-Beads in the Box not only is helping empower women but their designs are stunning, I have an orange chunky necklace I wore to my niece Miranda’s wedding from Beads in the Box that always gets me compliments. A charter GROW member, From the Heart Creations continues to inspire me with her designs. I adore the earrings, bracelets and watches that I have collected over the years. If you want to sparkle, need a Mother’s bracelet or cancer survivor bracelet, Heather Creates does wonderful work. KD Designs is a Mother-Daughter team that makes really “cool” stuff according to my daughter and nieces. Even though the workmanship is top dollar the price point of this line makes everyone happy. My friend Linda absolutely loves Rosemary’s beautifully hand-painted earrings and necklaces. The fact that I am a proud Nebraska Alumni allows me to wear a Nebraska charm necklace from Strikke Designs. Need to make a statement? Try Urbangles, Phyllis is a school principal by day and jewelry designer by night, this line will help you make a statement wherever you go. Elegant soft designs more your style? Please take a look at Jules Aggregate Art. My two circle necklace that represents my children is a daily favorite. Are you green? Hunzeker Frameables makes recycled jewelry from cd disks that shine and are good for the environment. The best news is that all these lines are available in the GROW Nebraska stores in Kearney and Grand Island and many of the items of work are available for purchase at the Lincoln store or online at www.shopgrownebraska.org. Nothing makes me feel better than a nice piece of jewelry. Add handcrafted jewelry to your holiday gift list this season. Handcrafted jewelry is gift that you can enjoy for many years and even hand down for other loved ones to enjoy – Happy shopping this holiday season!