Artfully Elegant — Handmade Jewelry & Handcrafted Gifts

The stars and planets have been an inspiration to artists for thousands of years. From the mystery of the unknown to the beautiful twinkle of the stars in the night sky.

Here at Artfully Elegant, the artists that we carry all have their own unique inspirations behind them as well. Here are some jewelry pieces that we carry with a cosmic inspiration you can wear every day!

STERLING SILVER AND RAINBOW MOONSTONE NECKLACE

Stephen Estelle

This sterling silver and moonstone necklace brings out an elegant beauty that can be worn in the most casual or high end setting. $240 Find it Here.

SILVER ASTROLOGY CHARM BRACELET

Julie Nolan

Patterned after a Swiss calendar from the 1900’s, this constellation charm bracelet is hand stamped on the back with a 3-letter abbreviation of its corresponding sign. $36 Find it HERE.

THREE WISHES STARDUST NECKLACE

Dogeared

“Imagine being given three wishes. place this necklace close to your heart, close your eyes, wish big and believe!” We’ve all wished upon a star, now bring that wish as close to you, and your heart, as possible with the delicate necklace. $51 Find it HERE.

METEORITE RING

Chris Ploof

This amazingly brilliant ring is made from an actual meteorite. Show that special someone that you love them to the stars and back with a piece of universal history. The meteorite is estimated to be over four billion years old. Talk about love that withstands the ages. $1,915 Find it HERE.

BLACK & GOLD LARGE TEARDROP EARRINGS

Tiny Galaxies

These dainty little earrings that emulate a nighttime sky are appropriately created by a company called ‘Tiny Galaxies’ which is exactly what they are. They’ll dangle ever so delicately, letting you bring a tiny milky way wherever you go! $30 Find it HERE.   

So whether you want a piece of actual celestial rock to wear on your finger, an ode to your own star sign, or just a pretty little bauble inspired by the sky, stop in to Artfully Elegant, we’re out of this world!

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The gifts have been distributed among friends and family, the countdown has been chanted, champagne has been popped, and resolutions have been made. Now every one is back to work on a cold January new year.

Now what?

Now it’s time to think about yourself for a change. You’ve worked hard picking out the perfect gifts for everyone, you’ve stuck to that new year’s resolution (kinda) and even acted like you were happy to see the boss that first Monday back to the old grind.

Good job! Now go pat yourself on the back with a little retail therapy with these fun suggestions.

ROXANNA NECKLACE by Laura Elizabeth

What better way to break away from the chilly gloom of winter than a little sparkle. And bright colors?! Pair with your cutest slouchy sweater and a nice cold winter ale and you’re set for even the chilliest evenings. Bonus: You can dangle it in front of your friends and practice your hypnotist skills.

I LOVE MY CAT CUPPA THIS CUPPA THAT MUG by Ore Originals

Don’t really feel like a beer? How about a cozy cup of your favorite herbal tea with your cat curled up in your lap. Let your inner crazy cat lady shine. Say it loud and say it proud with this ‘I heart my cat’ mug. No kitty can resist an owner with this mug who’s wearing a pair of comfy pants. (cat hair not included.)

KAPOW VASE MINT by Chive

Make your space ‘da bomb’ with this teal grenade vase. What better way to say I’m comfortable with flowers AND explosives than with this practical home accessory. The subtle coloring matched with the to-scale size makes this ideal for all home styles.

LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE MEDIUM FRAMED PICTURE by East of India

Personalize your space with art. ‘Live the Life You Love’ should be everyone’s mantra. Do you love to hang glide? Is lion taming your thing? How about knitting sweaters for telephone poles in your community. You do you, baby! Remind yourself everyday to do stuff that makes you happy!

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Whether you’re looking for a gift for your new bride, wonderful mother, or sister who lives across the country, Artfully Elegant has a wide variety of gifts for you to look at.

VERSAILLES YELLOW GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING
Wanderlust by Wes Airgood

If you’re thinking of popping the question, do so in style with  unique combination of diamond shapes in a clustered prong setting from Wanderlust by Wes Airgood. Shop now.

TINY HEART RING
Figs & Ginger

The perfect gift for the lady or ladies in your life who enjoy fun handcrafted jewelry. The Tiny Heart Ring is made from at least 50% recycled, is given a blackened patina, and is made by hand so pieces will vary slightly. Shop now.

R481 18K YELLOW-SQ89
Todd Reed

If you’ve ever wanted to purchase a Todd Reed band, September is the time. Now through September 30, 2015, purchase any Todd Reed ring and get 10% off another Todd Reed band! Shop now.

LIVE LAUGH LOVE TRIPLE CHARM NECKLACE
Baroni

This whimsical piece is a Baroni favorite. These charms are a reminder of those we love and spend our time with, or miss from afar. They also offer sage advice on how to live! Shop now.

BRASS CUFF WITH PATINA
Nancy Nelson Jewelry

This brass cuff is utilizes a mold made from birch bark that was cast in brass and patina to create a truly one-of-a-kind gift. The cuff is malleable and will fit most wrist sizes. Shop now.

Be sure to visit Artfully Elegant’s full online shop for even more gift ideas!

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Baltimore-based metalsmith Hilary Hachey prefers the simple over the complex and the solidly built over the mass marketed.

This ideal comes across in every piece Hachey produces.

The result is a geometric masterpiece that, while grounded in the simplistic, plays off some pretty complex ideas.

“I adopted the Bauhaus name for my jewelry because the Bauhaus aesthetic utilizes economy of method and severe geometry of form,” said Hachey, who studied metalsmithing at The Maryland Institute College of Art. “My metalwork, hand-fabricated in sterling silver and 18k gold, achieves this through experimentation with the figure/ground relationship.”

While Hachey’s pieces are heavily grounded in the geometry she loves to bring to life, the hints of personality and nature are undeniable and, dare we say it, sometimes almost whimsical.

Visit Hilary Hachey’s page at Artfully Elegant.

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