Jewelry designer Anne Holman uses little pieces of vintage maps to create her unique pieces.  The maps are set into her hand-made sterling silver findings and then covered with a layer of resin to seal, protect and magnify the images.

She has map jewelry from all over the world, but if you want a map from a particular place, or places – she’ll make it for you.  You could have a bracelet with your birthplace, or significant cities from your past… or places you’d like to go in the future.

Wear a little piece of Venice with this map pendant (just under an inch across).

This is one of the custom map bracelets:

And for the special man in your life…

Sterling silver cuff links with a vintage map of New York City.

images: Anne Holman Jewelry Design

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Weekend Etsy Picks

But now it’s time to have some fun with the sparkly stuff!

First of all, if you’re a Juicy Couture fan – you’re definitely going to want to check the sale out.  They have tons of Juicy charms, necklaces, rings and bracelets on sale.  That includes:

Juicy Couture’s “Blooming” bracelet, featuring enamel flowers and butterflies on a multi-strand gold-tone bracelet.

How about something in sterling silver?

These delicate hoop earrings by Judith Jack feature fresh-water pearl drops, on marcasite and sterling silver hoops.

Or you could go for lots of layers of chain instead?

This necklace by Cara Couture is made of dozens of fine metal chains, in your choice of silver, gold and hematite (shown here) or the cooler-toned silver & hematite.

Or do your jewelry preferences run to the floral and feminine?

How about a floral cameo ring by Mars and Valentine?  The vintage-inspired cameo is surrounded by a mix of pink tourmaline, lemon topaz and fresh-water pearls.

images: Nordstrom

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And Jewelry Is On Sale at Nordstrom Too!

B-Side Jewelry, the offspring of a design duo Ken Leung and Dana Chin, have translated street graffiti into quirky and interesting, but highly wearable necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings — and even tie clips and cufflinks.

While some pieces, such as their handcuff bracelets (which are exactly what they sound like), won’t work in 99 percent of offices across America, just think of what others — including this gorgeous red-brass chain necklace — could do to enliven an all-black outfit or plain jane dress.

B-Side Long Brass Plate and Chain Necklace

Here are a few of my favorite B-side things:

Citrine, Peridot and Graffiti earrings:

B-side

Geometric Enamel Necklace:

B-Side Geometric Enamel Necklace

Enamel Ring:

B-Side Enamel Ring

Enamel Bracelet:

B-Side Enamel Bracelet

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B-Side’s graffiti-inspired jewelry

She’s got some fantastic jewelry designs, priced for “everyday budgets”, with pieces ranging from $40 to $195.  The jewelry is available in several finishes as well, from the warm tones of “worn gold” to the cool silver-gray of rhodium.

Here are some of my favorite picks from her most recent accessories collecti0n:

I love the worn gold “Lola” love necklace – it is such a unique, whimsical design!

The “Frankie” crystal-accented adjustable cocktail ring is ring with a very interesting shape.  Instead of the traditional chunky cocktail ring, the dramatic swoop shape provides all the accent your hand needs for a big event.

The “D’arcy” tree of life bracelet (shown here rhodium, also available in hematite and worn gold) fastens with a unique “safety pin” clasp.

images: Rachel Roy

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New Jewelry from Rachel Roy

Bring out your girly-girl side, because it’s time to have fun with pink hearts and sparkly details!

The Barbie three row stretch bracelet features a cast metal and lucite Barbie cameo.  The bracelet itself is made from lucite cubes, Swarovski glass pearls and crystals and is held together with a crystal-accented metal bar:

The bold Pave Heart necklace is strung on an adjustable metal chain, so you can adjust the size for your own comfort.  The lucite heart is covered in Swarovski crystals in different shades of pink.

Want a fun necklace without a big Barbie cameo?  The extra long glass and pearl necklace is accented with a teensy little Barbie cameo, but the real focus is on the chunky multi-sized Swarovski glass pearls, accented with crystals.

This necklace also showed up on the Gossip Girl!

images: Tarina Tarantino

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Barbie by Tarina Tarantino On Sale!

Birthday presents, boxes of chocolates, fancy cards – bows mean something special is inside, right?

So why not adorn yourself with a pretty bow?  After all, you’re definitely special!

Christian Louboutin has created a purse that’s covered with a giant bow – in fact, it even looks like a present, topped off with a pretty bow:

image: Neiman Marcus

The “Satin Bow” kiss-lock clutch purse is available in either red or black satin and features the signature red-soled pump lock and chain handle.

The old remedy for forgetfulness was to tie a string around your finger, but I think this bow ring is a much cuter alternative:

image: Forever 21

The “Puffed Bow” ring features clear rhinestrones and gold-tone metal from Forever 21.

If you want to go for a bigger, bolder bow – this bracelet is the one for you:

image: Yoox

The bow bracelet by RADA’ is made from leather and ribbon with clear faceted bead accents.

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All Tied Up In Bows

Need some shopping ideas?

How about the sleek “Electric Koolade” bracelet?  It’s an easy to wear stretch bracelet, with textured metal beads and faceted Swarovski crystals:

Go patriotic with a “Lady Liberty” cameo necklace:

The “leatherette” cameo is framed with crystals and hung on a fine chain.

images: Tarina Tarantino

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Patriotic Jewelry Sale at Tarina Tarantino

I love this necklace, made with Swarovski crystals.  It reminds me of piece of jewelry that you’d find in a really great antique shop:

The matching cuff bracelet is equally lovely, and features crystals in a pale yellow “lemon drop” color:

images: Sorrelli Jewelry

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New Jewelry With a Vintage Touch

Taken from the company bio on ShopBop:

Victorian Hippie brings to life an original blend of whimsical and earthy styles that take inspiration from both designer Cynthia Dugan’s personal heritage and creative figures of the past. Combining quality materials like leather and gemstones, and innovative, on-trend designs, Victorian Hippie is a collection of unique, subtly statement-making pieces.

This gorgeous bracelet caught my eye immediately. The Victorian Hippie Silk Bracelet with Turquoise Stone is simple but it makes a statement. The bracelet is made out of silk cord and oxidized sterling silver. The turquoise stone makes a wonderful centerpiece. This would go very well with a pretty summer dress and sandals.  It measures 6.5″ and is available at ShopBop for $80.  You can also find other accessories by Victorian Hippie such as necklaces and headbands on the  ShopBop website.

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Victorian Hippie Jewelry

But did you know that Burberry has a great jewelry collection as well?  It’s bold, contemporary and sure to make an impact when you wear it!

Their jewelry is made in Italy using faceted, polished glass and brass (some of the brass is plated):

Square cut “Peacock” cocktail ring

“Mushroom” necklace

Faceted Amber bracelet

images: Neiman Marcus

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Bold Jewelry from Burberry