September 2010

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Jewelry Boxes for Children – Unique and Adorable Boxes to Store Jewels

14 Sep 2010 | : Buying Jewerly Boxes, Decorative Jewelry Boxes, Jewelry Storage, Musical Jewelry Boxes

Jewelry boxes are practical items to organize or store jewelry ranging from antique to fine jewels. They come in varying shapes, designs and price ranges suitable for both adults and children. Jewelry boxes for children comprise of enhanced features that are not found in other jewel boxes. The boxes are made using materials like high quality wood, leather, cardboard or plastic that is safe for kids to handle.

The boxes make ideal gifts for children of all age groups. They are available in different styles and come in bright and attractive colors that will put a smile on any child’s face. For something that will truly make in impression, choose one that plays music when the lid is opened.

Popular Models:

One of the leading models of jewelry boxes for children is the Ballerina jewel box. This crafted box plays the music from “Swan Lake” and the Ballerina figure moves around when the box is opened. The other is girls’ Boutique Pink Kitten and Puppy Musical Box. This cute and charming box is pink in color and is detailed using kittens and puppies.

The Melissa & Doug Jewelry Box is a wooden box with velvet lining and a safety mirror. The product is sold along with a kit that includes glittering stickers, gems, craft glue and other items to make this jewelry box not only a storage locker, but also a fun craft experience for the children.

Purchasing jewelry box for a child:

When buying these boxes for the little ones, it is necessary to ensure that the outer materials used are made of good quality and safe to use. The cover of the box needs to open and close in a gentle manner. In addition, the hinges need to be made of a strong metal and be properly fixed to the box.

Similarly, the interiors of the box should be made of soft fabric like velvet, cotton, satin, or polyester. The use of these materials will aid in keeping all jewels in good condition. In terms of size, it would be ideal to purchase boxes that can be used in the long run, as large sized drawers or compartments will be useful for children to store jewels as they grow. The color of the box is another important factor to be considered. It would be ideal to choose jewelry boxes that are reliable and can be easily handled by children.

Jewelry Display Cases for Trade Shows

14 Sep 2010 | : Buying Jewerly Boxes, Jewelry Storage

Jewelry display cases for trade shows should showcase a designer’s product in the most eye-catching manner possible in the amount of space available to generate success in receiving product orders. There are many companies on-line offering a wide variety of display choices. Some sell both new and used, or even refurbished items, to meet different budget needs. Compare selections among companies carefully as prices vary widely, especially on the shipping charges added to orders.

Know the types of displays available and make the best selections for the colors, styles and designs of the jewelry to be shown. Some display a single item and with combination pieces, less display space is needed to present more products. There are several types of counter sitting spinner racks available which include hooks and hangers. Floor displays come in rotating towers with changeable inserts for different types of jewelry or mirrors added to corners for the customer’s use. Slat walls, wall-mounted grids and pegboards work well for displaying lots of merchandise. For trade show usage, they all need to be quick to set up and easy to transport.

Counter displays include single or double height cases, T-bar displays with one or multiple bars, fixed front-sided racks and metal grids (which can also be wall mounted). The revolving counter displays come in round or square bases with two to four display sides. More display choices include two to four bar earring stands, J-bars for insertion on rotating towers, ring trays, flocked hands for rings and bracelets, velvet or leatherette bust displays for necklaces and cradle type bracelet bars. Jewelry trees, stair risers and watch ramps, like the other displays, come in different sizes and materials. The materials include clear acrylic, antique brass, black metal or black velvet/white leatherette fabric coverings, all easy to clean and quite durable.

For security purposes, choose from a variety of locking or covered cases. A vertical tray case may have a pilfer-resistant cover available. Counter acrylic displays come with doors that lock. Hard-bodied carrying cases with double keys or combination locks are sold, which also have a handle and wheels for easy traveling. These are made to hold a number of trays or racks at times and have pouches on the door for order forms and brochures. Soft sided carrying cases with some of the same features are also available.

Other concerns to address in selecting jewelry displays are adjustable shelves, tempered safety glass and customization, if needed. Whatever displays are chosen, the end effect should be beautiful, bright and really showcase the jewelry for sale. The fact of the matter is that many people decide to buy or not buy items with the first impression that is made. With the right display case, that impression is more likely to be a positive one.

Watch Boxes to Protect Fine Watches

14 Sep 2010 | : Buying Jewerly Boxes, Jewelry Storage, Watch Boxes

The burgeoning connoisseur of wristwatches will likely want to investigate watch boxes to protect fine watches. A watch box is very literally a box for watches, for their organization and protection. The design may vary, but generally only within the narrow limits of a specific form, namely, the form of a box.

This is not to say, however, that a watch box is nothing more than a box. It has cultural value beyond that of a storage unit, exploring the boundary between furniture and art. Aesthetically, it can be seen as a reflection of its contents, a quiet symbol of their value to their owner. Even the most basic speaks of a watch owner’s investment in quality. It represents the value they place in presentation and longevity of fine watches.

Watch boxes vary primarily in their material and in the number of watches they can store. Travel cases, for example, may be designed for a single watch, like a rather nondescript zippable cushion. However, most boxes hold at least three. Some may hold twenty-six watches or more. Obviously, a box holding twenty-six watches will cost more than a box holding three, all else being equal.

The price is also affected by the material of which it is made. Though the majority are made of wood or leather, aluminum watch boxes are also easy to find, though of lesser quality. Wood boxes are commonly Maple, Rosewood, Walnut, Elm or Mahogany, and the wood used is commonly burl, a type of wood prized for its unusual grain patterns. The choice of wood affects the price of the box: rosewood is significantly more expensive than walnut, for example, but all kinds of wood are generally more expensive than leather.

Major brands offering watch boxes include Corley’s and Watchbox, brands which specialize in watch accessories, from straps to winders. Brands like these offer the greatest selection, but time spent investigating other brands may be worthwhile. Heiden and Fossil, for example, offer a smaller selection, but of fine quality.

The watch box is a sensible investment for the protection of a fine watch, the most expensive of which are symbols of luxury across the world, costing thousands of dollars. For such a watch, a simple box serves the same purpose as a strong case for a fine violin. However, it can also be a small luxury for the daily worker, a token of comfort for an orderly household, and a fine gift.

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