All that glitters

Vine Necklace by Gorjana

When it comes to jewelry, I prefer simple and understated to loud and blinding.  So I am a big fan of artisan made pieces.  Luckily many of these are made right here in the U.S.  Here are some of my favorite designers:

Gorjana  www.gorjana.com
Clean and modern earrings, bracelets, rings, and necklaces
Erica Weiner  ericaweiner.com
Unusual (and sometimes strange), vintage inspired earrings, bracelets, rings, and necklaces 
Dogeared  www.dogeared.com
Necklaces, bracelets, and earrings with meaning
Sundance Catalog www.sundancecatalog.com
Features many different artisan designers, in a wide range of prices
Etsy.com
A great resource for unique, hand-made designs, from all over the world.  It can be a bit overwhelming though if you don't have something specific in mind.

Happy shopping!