Wooden Jewelry Boxes

Jewelry boxes come made out of many different materials of course, but a beautiful lasting keepsake is one made out of wood. Wooden jewelry boxes are a showpiece of a craftsman's talent and are often a testament to the taste of the lady who owns it.

Jewelry Box Contents

There are many types of jewelry that you can store in a wooden jewelry box. Sometimes the inside lid of the box will have a velvet padded cover. This is great for pinning on necklaces so they can hang. There should be a pin to secure the necklace both at the top and the bottom. Little compartments within the jewelry box can hold rings, brooches, earrings, hair clips and other pieces of jewelry. Having a separate compartment for each type of jewelry makes it easier to find what you're looking for. Often times there are also drawers that pull out and the whole box may even ope up into various hinged levels.

Wooden jewelry boxes make for a pretty display for your collection of jewelry. Most people keep their jewelry boxes in a dressing room, closet or in a bedroom. It is advisable to keep your jewelry box locked and hidden. In case of burglary, a wooden jewelry box is far too tempting and an easy target for a thief. Find somewhere to keep it that will not look overly suspicious, but still accessible to you should you want to pick something out to wear.

Wooden Jewelry Box Designs

Wooden jewelry boxes that are custom made are sure to be one of a kind. There are many types of things that can be done in the design to make a creative masterpiece. Such things as inlays of different types of wood, dovetailing at the corners, engraving, woodcarvings, wood burning, and inlays of jewels can also be made. Select beautiful drawer handles and knobs. Perhaps even from some antique selections. If having a wooden jewelry box custom made, take a look around at some that are already on the market to determine your likes and dislikes.

Handcrafted Wooden Jewelry Boxes

A handcrafted wooden jewelry box is something that can be passed down to your descendants. It can even be a small little wooden jewelry box. The sentiment in just having something in your hands that belonged to an ancestor that has passed on is overwhelming. It means so much - it can be a legacy! So spend your money wisely and choose the best wooden jewelry box you can afford. Select something unique, beautiful and exquisite. Treat yourself and also remember that once you are through with it in this lifetime, a loved one may hold it in their hands. From it they will have a new perspective of you. They will begin to 'know' you from your tastes in design and even fashion. And lastly, they will cherish their heritage wooden jewelry box and perhaps pass it down another generation when the time comes!