Thursday, October 9, 2008

Jewelry Boxes To Be Given As Gifts


A Jewelry box is considered the next best gift to the jewelry items. It comes in hundreds of shapes and designs to store the jewelry in an appropriate manner. Some like to have a large box with different compartments and some like to keep separate boxes for separate jewelry items. Jewelry boxes are not limited to jewelry storage only. They can be used to keep the other stuff as well. There has been a trend of making gift of a personalized jewelry box to your mother, father or fiance at any sort of occasion. Making a jewelry box is not that easy but not that difficult either. Those who have interest in this hobby, it proves to be the best usage to utilize their free time. A handmade jewelry box can cost you more than a ready made or factory made. You are required to have some knowledge about the woodwork as well if you are planning to make a wooden jewelry box at home. Those who have a great deal of interest and take it as a hobby; it is an easier job for them. But obviously if you are making a plan to give it to your loved one then you should try to make a difference by making a jewelry box with your hands. Do not go for the complicated ones rather try a simple and easy one to make. Use embellishments to decorate it which does not require special skills either.There are different materials that can be used to make a jewelry box. Hardwood, cardboard, glass, metal, plastic and even marble is also used for this purpose. Acrylic paint, wood glue, pieces of fabrics, mirrors are the other things needed for it. You need to have some amount of knowledge as to where should you place the hinges, lids and trays. Making simple box is not that difficult but if you are thinking about making different compartments in the box, then you need to be aware of some technicalities. You can take the guidance from an experienced one if you do not have the idea which material will cost you how much.It attaches a far greater value to the gift if it is hand made. Your loved one will always treasure it more because you yourself have made it. Jewelry box proves to be a befitting gift as it can be given to anyone on any occasion. Try to customize it on your own if you can otherwise buy the one as they are available in many shapes, sizes, designs and of different materials.

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