Eeeek, it’s almost December already and this year is going to be a tricky one for shopping, even if you do feel comfortable going to the shops. Socially distanced Christmas shopping anyone? The whole thing is stressful enough anyway without the added complication of a pandemic. I think it’s really important this year to support local shops and small businesses, so I’ve put together my traditional bookish gift list with Etsy to highlight some gorgeous book themed jewellery from independent makers and seller.
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“But if you tame me, then we shall need each other. To me, you will be unique in all the world. To you, I shall be unique in all the world.”
I love this silver fox necklace which has been inspired by the fox in Le Petit Prince or The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Not overtly bookish at first glance, I like the idea that it could be something of a secret message to the person who receives it. Just remember, you become responsible forever for what you’ve tamed.
“Occasionally, Fate pulls itself together again and Time is always waiting.”
The book I loved the most last year was Erin Morgenstern’s The Starless Sea, so I was so excited to find this triple strand necklace with the motifs of a bee, a key and a sword the bee for the acolytes, the key for the keepers and the sword for the guardians of the stories, because who could choose just one role. There’s also a single strand version available.
“You pierce my soul. I am half agony, half hope…I have loved none but you.”
I didn’t used to be much of a fan of Jane Austen, but was given a folio set of her books for my 30th birthday, and reading Persuasion forced me to reconsider my position on that. Then of course there was seeing the new adaptation of Emma before lockdown earlier this year, and I may be a late convert. This Jane Austen charm bracelet is very much a one of a kind talking piece, and may well be the ultimate gift for a true Jane Austen fan.
“My name is Inigo Montoya, you killed my father, prepare to die!”
Yet again, it might be that you prefer your charm bracelets more cult than classic, in which case, maybe you could have fun storming the castle in this quirky charm bracelet based on William Golding’s novel The Princess Bride. It’s inconceivable that anyone could receive it and not love it. Of course, love is many things none of them logical…
“Ye are Blood of my Blood, and Bone of my Bone,
I give ye my Body, that we Two might be One.
I give ye my Spirit, ’til our Life shall be Done.”
Right, giving the Outlander wedding ring as a Christmas present might not be a subtle gesture, but it’s 2020 and all bets are off so do it. Or treat yourself to a ring from one of the most popular book boyfriends/husbands out there. In the name of self-care. You’ve nearly made it to the end of 2020, so you definitely deserve it.
“Your science can save a man’s life, but imagination makes it worth living.”
I thought this steam punk book locket with moving parts and a gorgeous dragonfly was beautiful and it really reminded me of Natasha Pulley’s Keita Mori novels. If you know a fan, this is a good stand in, as the description sounds a little like that of Grace Carrow’s pocket watch. Today, the necklacce, tomorrow, Katsu the clockwork octopus.
“Never trust anyone who has not brought a book with them.”
Get one up on Lemony Snickett and take a book everywhere you go with this lovely geometric book necklace. It’s quirky enough to get attention, but would be versatile enough to go with any outfit while always showing your bookworm stripes.
“My armour is like tenfold shields, my teeth are swords, my claws spears, the shock of my tail a thunderbolt, my wings a hurricane, and my breath death!”
Who doesn’t love a dragon? Honestly, if they don’t like dragons, why are you even thinking about buying them a Christmas present? Literary dragons are not without pedigree, but I’ve had to choose a Tolkien quote to marry up with this seriously chilling but incredibly beautiful dragon’s eye pendant. Go in to 2021 with big dragon energy, I’m very tempted to get this for myself but I’d have to fight my daughters for it and I fear that they would win.
I hope that you like this year’s Bookish Jewellery selection, if you’re looking for a gift that will arrive in time for Christmas, I’d really recommend looking at Etsy’s Ready to Ship Gift Guide which really does have something for everyone.
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