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These stunning recycled glass jewelry pieces are made from Depression Glass from the 1930s! They come with “The Story of the Glass” detailing what the glass was originally and the approx. age of the piece. A unique way for you to preserve history while helping the future! Photo courtesy of Sonoma Livings

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Chic Metal is a book that lets you design and create necklaces, earrings, and even cocktail rings out of metals that sparkle and shine. Make 30 inspiring projects with simple tools you already own, such as wire cutters, pliers, a hammer, and a file! Photo courtesy of Amazon

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These limited edition woven polyester and silk fabric belts come in an array of abstract and floral weaves. They’ll add a pop of color to your denim or any casual outfits! Photo courtesy of Outfit Additions

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Pick from a variety of street signs to best show off your personality and then create your own one-of -a -kind necklace! Once you have chosen your mini-signs, use the tiny “O” (jump) rings to attach the signs in any number of ways to create your own “road map”. Photo courtesy of Road Rage Jewelry

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Say what you feel with this coin purse! Made from 95% recycled material, the highest percentage of any woven polypropylene item on the market, they are printed with fantastic graphics, cut and sewn into bags of all shapes and sizes! Photo courtesy of Blue Q

Jade is a well-regarded gemstone in Asian culture. During Chinese New Year, one can find at many businesses jade money trees to ensure wealth (tree) and luck (jade). 

Jade has lived a very long and prosperous life.  This gemstone existed through many Chinese empires and was once so valued, artisans were only able to supply to the demands of emperors and their family members.  Jade’s significance in Asia can be compared to the Western view of gold and diamonds. Today, Jade is still respected, though not as difficult to obtain (unless it is an antique, which can auction for enormous amounts of money). 

Jade symbolizes good and beauty. It was also described from ancient Chinese text to encompass benevolence, loyalty, wisdom, courage and integrity. This jade pendant necklace has the traditional pendant but nicely modernized with a silk cord. A no-brainer gift for someone born in the Year of the Rat (click here for zodiac sign chart). 

Check this out. It’s only $18. Unbelievable deal or what? 

Jade is a well-regarded gemstone in Asian culture. During Chinese New Year, one can find at many businesses jade money trees to ensure wealth (tree) and luck (jade). 

Jade has lived a very long and prosperous life.  This gemstone existed through many Chinese empires and was once so valued, artisans were only able to supply to the demands of emperors and their family members.  Jade’s significance in Asia can be compared to the Western view of gold and diamonds. Today, Jade is still respected, though not as difficult to obtain (unless it is an antique, which can auction for enormous amounts of money). 

Jade symbolizes good and beauty. It was also described from ancient Chinese text to encompass benevolence, loyalty, wisdom, courage and integrity. This jade pendant necklace has the traditional pendant but nicely modernized with a silk cord. A no-brainer gift for someone born in the Year of the Rat (click here for zodiac sign chart). 

Check this out. It’s only $18. Unbelievable deal or what? 

Yet another alternative to real diamonds. This black and white "Stunning Diamond Necklace" will sure get a chuckle out of everyone, except maybe her… at first.  Oh, she’ll grow to love it eventually!  Hand-made by artist Irina Blok, this Stunning Diamond Necklace is an even better deal at $25.

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A less flamboyant alternative, a silver pendant etched with the diamond symbol. From Small Things, Portland, Oregan, the necklace is $50.  

You have to love all the wonderful designer alternatives to the real thing. This Diamond Pendant Ring is $45 and much more hip than a real diamond. However, a word of warning to you fellows out there… Do not, let me repeat, do not give this as an engagement ring. We don’t care how good of an excuse you may have, you will be single immediately if you try to pull this one. (Buy a beautiful gemstone ring as an alternative).

Since we’re on the topic of engagement rings, here is a set of unconventional rings that I would consider for myself… [if and] when I ever get married, that is. The ziptie is one of my favorite utilitarian products ever designed. I think it quite funny the relationship between ziptie and marriage… These Ziptie Rings can also be purchased individually. $180

Since I’m forever the bridesmaid and never the bride, I’ll settle for this fabulous Unwedding Ring. Very clever design and funny as all heck. Since it’ll have to be purchased by moi for moi, I’m very glad it’s only $60.

(ps. Don’t be sad for me about the bridesmaid/bride comment. I’m a very happy and content being single.)