When I was digging around online tonight to check out what’s going on in the jewelry industry (and, if I was lucky, come up with something more creative than tying a string around your wrist to talk about!) I came across a fantastic site called NOVICA. If you couldn’t place the association, it’s connected to National Geographic. That means you’re going to be connected to skilled artisans and craftsmen (and women!) all over the world!

We’d be here all day if I tried to point out all the bracelets offered on NOVICA (I can already guarantee that

"Feeling Free" Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet from NOVICA

half of my paycheck is going to be going there!) so let’s start with the short story. Every piece of jewelry sold by NOVICA is handcrafted, carefully fitted together for style and design. You have a choice of cuffs, sterling silver, beads, leather…the list goes on and on!

Each time you visit NOVICA you also get the chance to visit the history of cultures around the world. For example, the current spotlight is on handmade gemstone bracelets and traces their history from the earlier Egyptians to the 1950s and the diverse role they play in the marketplace today.

In case I wandered off a little too far on my geeky history kick (I LOVED my art history classes in college) this site is COOL! If you like ethnic jewelry (or any kind of jewelry) take the time to check it out.