In this review, we'll take a look at some unique handmade Jewelry styles we've come across so far this year. For those of you who are unfamiliar with what Handmade Jewelry truly is, here's the simple definition; Handmade jewelry is jewelry that's been made and formed by hand rather than with advanced machines or production lines. Handmade Jewelry is typically designed and created by the artist. FTC guidelines state "in order to be stamped or called "handmade" the work must be made solely by hand power or hand guidance".

5 Unique Handmade Necklace Styles

Check out this gorgeous Amethyst Wedge Pendant created by jewelry designer Sarah Breivis
Designers Statement; "Beautiful specimen of Amethyst set in a handmade silver bezel with a curved tube bail. Product Dimensions & Details - Each stone is about 40mm/1-5/8 across and about 20mm/ ? down and just shy of a 1/4 thick. The picture is a sample pendant. They are all pretty much the same size, but each one has it's own unique and beautiful crystal structure. The necklace can be worn at 16 and 18, sterling silver chain and a sturdy lobster clasp".

Army Wife Mom Necklace Silver Custom Name Jewelry by jewelry designer Emily Mancini
Designers Statement; "I made this necklace for my sister-in-law to wear while my brother is in Iraq. Hopefully this necklace will help her get though their separation. A 7/8" sterling silver disk was hammered, oxidized and hand stamped with 'Army Wife'. A sterling silver support ribbon finishes off this pendant. Complete the necklace with a smooth and shiny sterling silver dog tag with your soldiers initials or last name. An army green bicone swarovski crystal gives this necklace a touch of color." Product Dimensions & Details - Hangs from a sterling silver 16" or 18" ball chain. Character limit on dog tag: 7 characters stamped vertically and 6 horizontally.

Borosilicate Glass Heart Pendant by Glass Smith (Steve Davenport) Design by Erin Davenport
Designers Statement; "Bright orange and fuchsia in this pendant, with clear spots that lighten up in a few areas and a dark purple bail. Unique and definitely one of a kind! All glass is shaped in the flame of a Bethlehem Barracuda surface mix torch which runs off tanked oxygen and propane. The glass goodies are then placed in a Paragon digitally controlled kiln and annealed overnight for strength, durability and color saturation. Most boro used in my studio has a high silver content which reacts with the flame chemistry (oxygen to propane mix proportions) and will continue to react in the atmosphere of the kiln. When a piece comes out of the flame it is not always the mix of color it will be when it comes out of the kiln. Each piece is responsible for me losing a little bit of sleep as I lay in bed thinking about how it will look when it comes out in the morning!" Product Dimensions & Details - Average 40mm by 30mm

Blackberry Leaf Necklace Pendant by jewelry designers Renee Lemoncelli and Roberta Hawkins
Designers Statement; "Our silver blackberry leaf necklace is natural from nature. We chose a newly sprouted blackberry leaf full of character and detail for this pendant. All the natural textures, veining and striations are detailed with the light oxidation we've given this pendant. Necklace comes on an adjustable, black nylon, sliding knot cord. Longest length is aprox. 22." Product Dimensions & Details - A natural blackberry leaf casting in sterling silver was used to create this necklace.

Matte Flower Teardrop Necklace by jewelry designer Lana Park
A gorgeous necklace made with a matte white gold plated brass flower teardrop. Three flowers are attached one the side and three more flowers dangle freely at the bottom which make a sweet little pleasant sound. Hangs on a 17 inch sterling silver chain and is closed with a sterling silver spring clasp. Product Dimensions & Details - 20x35mm matte white gold plated brass pendant, sterling silver chain and clasp.