HANDMADE GEM STONE JEWELRY -- Wearing handmade gem stone jewelry is a great way to show your individuality. Unlike department store jewelry, this special jewelry is often made as one-of-a-kind or limited edition pieces. That means each piece you choose to wear will reflect your own personality, and no one else will have an identical one. Made-by-hand jewelry can be more creative and distinctive than mass produced pieces -- there are so many beautiful and unusual stones and accent beads to include. And each piece can be customized to suit your taste. The sky is the limit. For example, when selecting a necklace and/or bracelet, you can choose from several lengths. See details on how to make your selection below.
CHOOSING A BRACELET LENGTH -- Most handmade bracelets can be sized to fit the wrist of the wearer. One popular size is 7" to 7.25" long -- this should fit an average size wrist. For a very tiny wrist, you might choose a bracelet that is between 6" and 6.5" long. For a larger wrist you would want a piece that is between 7.5" and 8" long. To determine the best size for your bracelet, measure the circumference of your wrist with a cloth measuring tape --then add any additional fractions of an inch so the measuring tape falls around your wrist in a comfortable manner. Some people like to wear bracelets tight, while others prefer the piece to drape below the wrist. Make sure the piece is not so big that it could slip off your hand. *****************
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- COLLAR Length 14 - 15 inches; fits close to the base of the throat (similar to a collar)
- CHOKER Length 16 - 17 inches; fits just below the notch in the collar bone. Great for round, crew and scoop neck tops.
- MATINEE Length 23 - 25 inches. Hangs almost mid-way between collar bone and waist.
- OPERA Length 35 - 38 inches. Hangs about 3-5 inches above the waist. Great length for evening and daytime wear.
- ANYTHING IN BETWEEN Choose a length that is comfortable for you and accentuates the piece. Jewelry pieces handmade by BARBY can be adjusted in length to suit the wearer.
CHOOSING A BRACELET LENGTH -- Most handmade bracelets can be sized to fit the wrist of the wearer. One popular size is 7" to 7.25" long -- this should fit an average size wrist. For a very tiny wrist, you might choose a bracelet that is between 6" and 6.5" long. For a larger wrist you would want a piece that is between 7.5" and 8" long. To determine the best size for your bracelet, measure the circumference of your wrist with a cloth measuring tape --then add any additional fractions of an inch so the measuring tape falls around your wrist in a comfortable manner. Some people like to wear bracelets tight, while others prefer the piece to drape below the wrist. Make sure the piece is not so big that it could slip off your hand. *****************
