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Perhaps one of the first materials used to make jewelry was wood. It was readily available and easily carved into beads, ornaments, and bangle bracelets or cuffs. Along with bones and shells, wood was used to adorn the body for the sole purpose of beautification. Wood jewelry is still fashionable.

The beauty of the wood grains when polished or lacquered is unparalleled. Arts and crafts artisans are often known for their wood working skills and jewelry design. Ethnic jewelry often uses wood, as does jewelry with a western flair. However, modern trends have brought wooden jewelry mainstream.

The easiest and most common form is through carving wood into beads. Wooden beads on necklaces and earrings provide an earthy attraction that is a great contrast for bright colors. They are also a less frilly option for women who don’t particularly care for “girly-girl” fashions.

Layered wooden necklaces give an eclectic twist on the trend of layered colored beads. The types of wood used in wood jewelry will dictate the grain patterns, but the unique quality is also accentuated by the designer’s choice of stain or lacquer. Some pieces of jewelry may have multiple stain colors on the wood to provide contrast between beads or portions of a design.

This technique is especially helpful for wood jewelry artists who specialize in making recognizable items, like animals as the centerpiece for a brooch or pendant. Turtles, fish, frogs, snakes, and more are often carved from wood pieces and stained to make them more recognizable. Inlaid wood designs are also cheap jewelry popular in jewelry. Anything from geometric designs to floral creations can be inlaid in a ring, wide bracelet, charm, or medallion for a necklace. This is an exacting art where designs must be crafted perfectly.
However, the whimsical and fun nature of wooden jewelry is often in its irregularity. Beads that are carved do not have to all be the same size, shape, or wood type to create a lovely piece of wood jewelry. Many types of wood are used to fashion many different types of jewelry, including exotic and hardwoods. Wooden beads are sometimes stained in bright colors and used to create intricate floral pins, necklaces, and bracelets. Jewelry made from wood provides a look that is unique. The formality depends on the design of the pieces, but most wooden jewelry is used in casual to dressy casual fashion. It is perfect for a day trip or lunch with friends.