Collecting Custom Jewelry

     Collecting fashion jewelry is a wonderful hobby for the fashion minded.

New, ethnic, antique, pieces of every color, style and trend are a great and

colorful way to add personal flair to your wardrobe.

    Shopping and selection of great custom jewelry pieces can be done at small

boutiques, flea markets, outdoor sway events, and art events.  Here are 5 tips

for creating a collection of costume jewelry:

1) Choose jewelry that is expressive of your style. If you tend toward bold

colors choose pieces that reflect this. If prefer a particular pattern or print

pick items that complement this look or echo your preferred look.

2) Remember to try yard sales, flea markets or estate sales as great options to

add styles that define historic trends. Vintage costume pieces are a great style

addition that will give a unique flavor to modern trends.

3) Add handcrafted pieces to your collection from a jewelry artist that you like. 

Your knowledge and relationship with that jeweler will add a human link to the

designs and styles you choose. To contact Corrine Anderson of Genesis Jewelry about any interest in the featured items below please email her at genesisjewelry.mail.com.

4) Choose pieces that fit your lifestyle.  If your active choose pieces that

have reinforced clasps or thicker chains. If you are around water choose pieces

that resist tarnish. More delicate stones, metals, and designs should be

purchased with a clear idea of how and where to wear them to prevent damage.

5) Diversify your collection by color to provide a wide range of pieces that can

custom match or complement the colors that you wear. Keep a inventory of your

pieces so that when you shop for new items you are aware of what you need to

balance your collection or complete key looks.