Charming: Jewelry with a Message

Vintage and modern examples of charms are interwoven throughout the pages of this exploration of charm jewelry, revealing how they have been worn, collected, interpreted, cherished, and even worshipped. Complete with lavish, full-color photographs, this work includes sentimental stories of charms and jewelry--from travel memories and family histories to commemorating important events, holidays, or occasions. This inspired volume includes the personal stories of the creative staff of Brighton Collectibles, relating how their jewelry creations and their own collections correspond. Abounding with creative ideas and practical tips on how to wear and share charms, there are also sidebars of information describing how charms are made and detailing how to throw a charm party. Highlighting charm jewelry from the era of ancient Egypt to today, this accessory continues to be popular, due to the emotional attachment of each delightful little charm.