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The Secret to Choosing the Right Men’s Jewelry Boxes

September 19, 2010 Posted by admin

Talking about men and jewelry isn’t something common; however it’s not out of the question either. I know many a man who hold there jewelry and watches with high regard. Therefore, what better way to compliment and store these treasures than with men’s jewelry boxes? When a man wears something nice, it’s often because there is a special reason, maybe that watch he’s wearing was given to him by his father or perhaps that ring represents a certain time in his life. Whatever the reason may be jewelry boxes is a great way to go when thinking of giving a gift to any special man in your life. Men’s jewelry boxes will be greatly appreciated by any man with a fondness for jewelry.

When I first saw the variety of jewelry boxes for men I was amazed; apparently I was not the only one who was looking for something I could store my valuables in. The choices range from large to small, from sturdy to sleek, from fancy to professional. But that was just the impression I had from the exterior design. The interior is just as interesting.

Truth is I never really realized how many expensive ornaments I was wearing until I saw a box that could organize all of it. Many of these boxes contain compartments to store things that men need every day, such as watches, rings, necklaces or bracelets – but there were also special places reserved for accessories for special occasions’, such as specially designed cufflinks, eloquent tie clips or recognition shields. It does relieve the mind to know that those personal items are safely stored in an organized and concise way.

More than that, the craftsmanship that goes into those boxes is amazing, making it a shame to still call them “Jewelry boxes”. For some reason, a “Personal Organizer” seems fit. The choices a man has are amazing, and that’s why I feel the word “personal” is necessary. There are the appealing sleek black designs, as well as the antique oak works, and a man has but to see for himself which appeals to him the most. From the finesse of the woodwork of the separate departments, to the wonderful smoothness of the golden hinges or the delicate carving of the family emblem or slogan, many of those jewelry boxes are truly the heart of a man’s legacy – it is intimate and should reflect the kind of man he is.

We’ve all heard of a man’s wine cellar, of a man’s cigar box, a man’s stamp collection or special place in the garden. A man’s jewelry box is no different. It’s a special place reserved for him – and what he personally chooses. It’s a statement – and a silent treasure.

Learn more by taking a look at the Jewelry Boxes Guide and find the perfect Men’s Jewelry Boxes

A Travel Jewelry Box is the Perfect Place to Keep Your Jewelry in During Travels

July 21, 2010 Posted by admin

The fairer sex has always had an attraction for jewelry. Be it a girl of fifteen or a lady of fifty, the glint of jewelry undoubtedly brings a twinkle in the lady’s eye. Hence every woman who travels also needs a case jewelry travel. A beautiful travel jewelry box is the perfect companion for women of all age groups in their travels. Such a box will help them care for their precious jewels while traveling.

Times have changed and women no longer are required to sit tending their houses. Alongside feminism, and the ascent of the modern female as not only a house keeper but also as a business woman, has come the need for travel. Women are traveling much more in recent times as compared to some years back. Women’s penchant for travel has increased, yet their love for jewelry is still intact. In such a scenario, the travel jewelry box is heaven sent for busy women who love to look good. 

In finding a proper case jewelry travel, you will come across many different options. In today’s market, various kinds of travel jewelry box are available. There are leather jewelry boxes, jewelry boxes for children, jewelry boxes for men and their cigars and also the customized jewelry boxes. All these jewelry boxes widely available in the market come in different materials to suit different tastes too. These boxes apart from being superb traveling companions can also be used as gifts. In fact with their elegant looks and important functionality they can be very good gifting material.

It is not that only women need to take a case jewelry travel. Men also need their own travel jewelry box. These boxes are handy to store their watches, rings, glasses and also other chains that they wear around the neck. In fact men who love being organized prefer cuff links, rings, bracelets, and earrings that can all be kept in their proper place inside one of the many beautiful men’s jewelry boxes available in the market. Apart from helping them become more organized the beautiful looking jewelry boxes also add a touch of class to the wardrobe of every man.

A travel jewelry box not only stores our precious jewels but is very convenient to take around with you. They offer protection as well as convenience and their looks are so stylish that they would definitely make heads turn. These boxes are thus very useful and multi dimensional. You can buy these boxes at various stores all around the country and also online. 

But remember, when you go out to buy your travel jewelry box, you have checked it properly before buying. You must ensure that all your precious jewelry should fit inside the exquisite box that you are investing in. A jewelry which is well preserved will last a lifetime. Its sheen and gloss will remain forever and it will be protected from abrasion if kept properly in a case jewelry travel. It will continue matching all your new outfits in future.

If you are interested in buying a travel jewelry box we have a variety of case jewelry travel.

Tips on Caribbean Shopping (watch Out, Pirates!)

June 21, 2010 Posted by admin

Veteran cruisers to the Mexican Riveria will tell you that there is more to recommend Cozumel than just electric blue waters, killer Margaritas, and great snorkeling. It may just be one of the all-time best shopping destinations in the Caribbean. So how can you steer clear of the pirates of the Caribbean (most of whom no longer wear eye patches but instead operate shops catering to tourists) and get a good deal?

Some of the best shopping in Cozumel is within easy walking distance of the port. The cruise ship docks and shoppers can pretty much walk to great shopping in a few minutes. But there are lots of shops and even sidewalk displays. How do you know what’s what?

There are really two main categories of merchandise in Cozumel. The first might be considered in the souvenir category and spans trinkets to very nice quality merchandise with a distinctive Mexican feel. The second category would be luxury products.

If your shopping list includes colorful but inexpensive jewelry, a bottle of tequila, a leather wallet, and some Mexican pottery, there are quite a few shops that will meet your needs. One of the best and easiest to navigate is Cinco Soles (Five Suns) near the port. Here you can find everything from toys to dishes to T-shirts to leather goods along with the ubiquitous tequila and bottles of vanilla (Mexican vanilla is generally of very high quality and reasonably priced). The store personnel speak English and accept credit cards.

A fun shop in Cozumel that is not really Mexican is Del Sol which sells plain-looking T-shirts, tote bags, Frisbees, even nail polish, that change color when exposed to sunlight. Del Sol stores are located at many locations (not just Cozumel) but they’re still fun and the bright sunlight of Mexico shows off the Del Sol treasures to great effect. There’s one near the cruise port.

You may also see small sidewalk displays and other offers for everything from marionettes to dangling earrings. Wending your way through the shopping district of Cozumel can be tough, since merchants will speak to you and attempt to lure you into their shops. You can simply walk on by; merchants will not actually grab you and push you into their stores. If you make eye contact, you will be at a massive disadvantage; the more you respond to them, the more likely they will be to kick up their persuasion a notch to get you into the shop. On the other hand, if you’re out shopping, it can be fun to talk to local merchants and allow them to show off their best wares for you.

There are lots of big and small displays of such goods and if you do not spend very much, it is unlikely you can go too far wrong.

The other end of the Cozumel shopping spectrum involves luxury stores. Believe it or not, there are several outlets of Diamonds International and other high-end jewelry stores in Cozumel. You’ll see them all over as you walk along the waterfront (likely in view of your cruise ship, that’s how close they are).

Specialties at these stores include high-end watches, gold, silver, diamonds, emeralds, tanzanite, Mexican fire opal, and two rare gemstones ammolite and alexandrite. (If you do not know these stones, it can be worth a visit to one of these stores to see them.)

Don’t expect these stores to offer diamond rings for a pittance. But there are reasons why savvy jewelry buyers make the trek to Cozumel to do some special shopping.

First, there is no sales tax in Cozumel. If you stay within your allowance for the amount of merchandise you can bring home without paying duty (which is $800 for a U.S. citizen), you pay only for the merchandise. In the U.S., sales tax is around 8% and it is even higher in Canada and Europe.

Second, many of these top stores have an international presence. You can get customer service once you’re back home.

Third, many cruise lines have developed relationships with some of these stores. This sometimes engenders suspicion, but the relationships are actually beneficial to cruise passengers eager to buy high-end merchandise.

If your cruise ship has a shopping expert or if there is a talk on shopping, by all means participate if you think you’ll be buying products (particularly jewelry) in Cozumel. It is true that the shopping guru onboard will steer you toward certain shops and it is likely that those shops have paid a promotional consideration to the cruise line for that publicity.

But here is why that’s good for passengers. Most cruise lines will not endorse just any store that can pay a fee. Cruises return to the same port over and over again in a season and it would not be good business to recommend shops that were difficult to deal with, charged exorbitant prices, or otherwise were bad news for the customers.

Second, some cruise lines (such as Carnival) will allow you to register your purchases at selected stores while onboard. If you take advantage of this service, the cruise line guarantees the merchandise. That means if your new watch stops once you get home or you find out your gold and tanzanite ring is not authentic, the cruise line backs the merchandise.

Finding out if your cruise line does this and what shops it recommends is a great activity for you to do on your day(s) at sea before hitting Cozumel. Registering purchases with the cruise line should be done on the next sea day because you must register what you buy while still onboard the ship.

Luxury items abound in Cozumel: jewelry, perfume, watches, and even rugs. Rugs from exotic places like Turkey, India, Pakistan and Persia can be purcased in Cozumel (great selection, no sales tax, outstanding service) and shipped to your address back home. The Rug Emporium offers an extensive display, lots of English-speaking help, and free shipping Stateside.

Last but not least, lots of people buy liquor in Cozumel. Tequila and Kahlua are the most popular but by no means the only alcoholic purchases you can make. Liquor can be purchased in Cozumel at the shops or can be bought onboard ship for around the same price (but possibly not with the same selection).

The same is true for perfume. The onboard shops likely offer some fragrance and cosmetic products, but the big perfume shop on Cozumel’s main street by the harbor has a much more extensive collection. If what you like is onboard, you can probably get about the same good deal as you can by buying it in the land shop. However, if you want to see a broader range of products or you want to buy a product that the onboard boutique does not stock, you need to try the land store.

Cigar aficionados will find that Cuban cigars are not only legal in Cozumel (and onboard once the ship is in international waters) but plentiful. If this is a big deal for you, enjoy them in Mexico and on the boat, but don’t bring them back into the U.S.

So what about those famous pirates of the Caribbean? Like any buzzing shopping mecca, Cozumel has its share of merchants who sell shoddy merchandise, counterfeit products, or things they claim to be silver and gold (which are not). If you are not expert enough to know the difference, steer clear of shady looking vendors or shops far off the beaten track. The old adage “if it looks too good to be true, it probably is” holds true for ridiculously priced diamonds or gemstones.

Most cruise lines will warn you to avoid spending big money with dubious vendors. If you want to buy a T-shirt, a kid’s necklace, or some typical souvenir items, go ahead and shop the small stores or street vendors. If you are thinking of spending hundreds or thousands on jewelry, go to a reputable and recommended store. They’re there in Cozumel!

Zip on over to http://www.TheCruise-Shopper.com for the latest in cruise ship information. TheCruise-Shopper does not sell travel so you won’t be under any pressure to buy anything (not like going to Cozumel). Mandy Karlik wrote this article. Her last Cozumel purchases: a leather wallet, Chanel Chance perfume, and a very wonderful new watch. Imagine what she could do if she had more than a couple of hours!

Secrets Of A Handcrafted Jewelry Shopping Service.

April 16, 2010 Posted by admin

The Secrets Of Selling Your Handcrafted Jewelry In A Profitable New Way. How To Sell Your One Of A Kind Jewelry Designs To Customers Who Are Very Willing To Buy From You Again And Again.
Secrets Of A Handcrafted Jewelry Shopping Service.

Practical Jewelry Box Buying Guide

March 19, 2010 Posted by admin

How to find a cool jewelry box that fits your style or used as a great gift?

Jewelry boxes come in a variety of sizes and styles, all with the goal of storing, protecting, organizing, and displaying jewelry. Boxes made specifically for jewelry can be made wood, leather, metal, or various types of fabric. Some boxes are intended specifically for protecting and organizing your jewelry while you travel, while others are intended to compliment the decor or your home. Most jewelry boxes made with women in mind, but there are also jewelry boxes for men and jewelry boxes for children.

With so many choices how do you choose the right jewelry box? How do you select the best one? The key is the think about how much and what type of jewelry you have, how you want to use your jewelry box, and then set a budget.

Below are some popular types of jewelry boxes. Each one has its own unique appeal and is designed to keep your jewelry safe and secure. All you have to do is pick the one you like.

* Leather Jewelry Boxes



Boxes for men’s jewelry, often called “valets” are simpler than women’s versions. They’re typically wrapped in leather and may be a single layer tray with compartments or two layers with a lid. They’re designed to hold watches and cuff links.

These boxes make excellent gifts for the man who has everything.

* Wooden Jewelry Boxes

Wooden jewelry boxes are often the largest. Most contain several drawers and possibly one or two cabinets with glass or wood doors. They’re frequently constructed of oak or mahogany, but other woods such as teak or burl wood may be used. Women’s jewelry boxes can range from very small chests designed to tuck into a drawer to large bureaus on legs. Most boxes fall in the middle range and provide ample storage for earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets. The drawers may slide out or lift out accordion style. Wooden boxes for jewelry are traditionally have a high gloss lacquer. Some are intricately carved or ornately painted while others are sleek and simple. Drawers are usually lined with velvet and may have necklace hooks or a mirror inside the lid.

Many women receive these boxes as gifts and treasure them for years. Wooden jewelry boxes become family heirlooms that are passed on through generations.

* Fabric Jewelry Boxes

Fabric jewelry boxes are becoming increasingly popular. Usually smaller than wooden boxes, they’re frequently lined with a combination of satin and velvet. They may have decorative beading on the outside and come in a wide range of colors so as to match the room’s decor. These boxes look lovely displayed on a dresser. Fabric boxes also tend to be more inexpensive jewelry boxes than those made of wood.

Fabric boxes are popular gifts for bridesmaids or younger women.

* Children’s Jewelry Boxes

Children have many uses for fine jewelry boxes. Baby necklaces, charm bracelets, and earrings can all be stored in a plush jewelry box. And just because the jewelry box is authentic doesn’t mean the jewelry has to be. Children can store replica and vintage jewelry for when they play dress up like Mom and Dad.

The solution to getting a cool jewelry box for a child is to know what the child likes. If she’s into music, a musical jewelry box will be a better choice over one that has a cartoon character theme. In any case, there are a number of cool jewelry boxes for children to choose from. It all comes down to what the child considers “cool”.

On the other hand, boxes for children’s jewelry are usually more about the box than its contents. They can be cardboard or wood wrapped in a licensed character’s image or fabric. Inexpensive jewelry boxes have a simple latch. When opened, they play a song for a twirling ballerina. Boxes suitable for an older child may be wrapped in brightly-colored leather or fabric. They’re often lined with satin rather than velvet and have one to three compartments and a mirror.

Cool jewelry boxes for children come in a variety of forms. Often they’re made of thinner wood and emblazoned with popular cartoon characters. Others are made of more luxurious woods yet have a simple design. Some even have music boxes built right in.

* Men’s Jewelry Boxes

Do you believe it? Jewelry boxes are not just for women. For men, there are valet boxes, pen boxes, and watch boxes. Dads who enjoy a smoke every now and then may want to invest in a finely crafted box. Such items can make great Father’s Day gifts and provide a suitable storage place for Dad’s treasured gifts or family heirlooms. However, these cool jewelry boxes aren’t always called jewelry boxes. In most cases they are referred to as valet boxes. Valet boxes are designed to hold men’s “everyday” items such as rings, loose change, wallets, keys, watches, etc. A valet box is a more luxurious way for men to keep their items in one place, rather than shoving everything in a dresser drawer or empty ashtray. Other types of cool jewelry boxes for men include watch boxes (designed to store and display your watch collection) and cigar boxes (which can be used to store cigars or as a keep-all for your pocket items). So as you can see, there are such things as cool jewelry boxes for men.

* Women’s Jewelry Boxes

For women, a jewelry box can be a lovely companion piece to an engagement ring or gold necklace. A velvet-lined jewelry box can be a great way store or show off your most precious valuables. Jewelry boxes can also be customized to suit taste or preferred functionality. They can be crafted to be thin or large, 3-drawer or 4-drawer, or with panels, in a variety of woods. Many boxes can be built in teak, cherry, maple, oak, walnut, or quilted maple.

Women have a number of different types of jewelry boxes to choose from. Jewelry boxes are often crafted in luxurious woods such as maple, oak, walnut, etc. A wood jewelry box gives your collection a solid foundation and protects your pieces from the elements. Some jewelry boxes even contain glass inlays and ornate carvings. Glass and even ceramic makes of jewelry boxes are also quite popular among women and provide their own grace and beauty. Some larger jewelry boxes have multiple swinging doors and compartments, and even finely carved legs. Many jewelry boxes are lockable to protect the precious jewels inside from theft or being lost. Women have many different styles to choose from when selecting a jewelry box. However, it’s very important to match your jewelry collection with a box that will display and protect your pieces appropriately.

Cool jewelry boxes are available for children, women, and even men. However, the jewelry box you select depends on the jewelry you have, what your jewelry storage needs are, and what “cool” factors are important to you in a jewelry box.

* Travel Jewelry Boxes

Travel boxes for jewelry need to be specially designed to ensure the jewelry will remain secure and organized. Popular styles include the small locking box with lined compartments and the fabric roll.

Travel boxes usually have compartments that touch the inside of the lid or slide out of the case. The compartments are divided into one large one for necklaces and two or more smaller ones for earrings, rings, and bracelets.

Jewelry rolls have several plastic zippered compartments of varying sizes. They’re then rolled up and fastened with a ribbon to keep it secure.

Both of these styles have advantages and disadvantages. The roll tucks easily into a suitcase but provides less protection while the box takes up more space but provides better protection for expensive pieces.

It’s known to us all, jewelry boxes are not meant to be disposable items. They are meant to be personal, gifts that can be treasured for generations. That’s why it can mean so much to have your jewelry box engraved. Monogramming can be a great way to make a jewelry box your own. A tender message from a loved one can also increase the sentimental value of these wonderful items. So these jewelry boxes make wonderful gifts for family members and other loved ones. They also bring with them a rich, Old World heritage that can be passed from generation to generation. After all, your valuables deserved to be stored in jewelry boxes that are equal to the value they contain.

Last, I’d like to give you some useful terms when shopping for your jewelry box.

- Musical Jewelry Box

This type of jewelry box combines the musical component of your typical music box with the storage space of a jewelry box. Musical jewelry boxes function similar to music boxes – you lift the lid and the music starts. However, these types of jewelry boxes also contain drawers and storage space for jewelry.

- Travel Jewelry Case

Made for transport, travel jewelry cases are jewelry boxes designed to handle the bumps and dings of travel. These types of boxes are fashionable but serve a more protective purpose than display.

- Valet Jewelry Box

Valet boxes are jewelry boxes for men. These boxes serve as a keep-all for everyday items such as rings, keys, loose change, cell phone, etc. Valet boxes are designed specifically for men and are unlike your typical jewelry box.

- Watch Box

This type of box is intended specifically for watch storage. Watch boxes come in single and multiple watch capacity, and are available in many different sizes and styles. Asides from this, you may have noticed a specific type of watch box which also called ‘watch winder’, which rotates the watch in a circular pattern to keep the self-winding mechanism of automatic watches in motion. If left in rest, these types of watches often stop. A watch winder eliminates this problem.

- Jewelry Box Lining

The lining is the interior of a jewelry box. Jewelry box lining is often lush and consists of fine fabrics. The lining is designed to protect your jewelry but also present them in a fashionable way.

- Jewelry Trays

Jewelry trays are open trays with compartments for jewelry storage. Often these trays are stackable and lined with fabric for safe storage of your jewelry pieces.

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March 16, 2010 Posted by admin

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