“Obsessed” sounds so dirty…

Note: I give up. I can’t get the formatting to not suck. All sortsa bizarre breaks and flow issues. OY.

But I think I might be obsessed with rings. I’m constantly looking for the perfect ring, one that can be worn everyday without worrying that I’ll break it or wreck it or LOSE it. (Note: My quest for the perfect ring doesn’t include my engagement ring – that’s dang-near perfect.) Maybe it’s because I tend not to make rings myself, but I’m fascinated by what other artists can do.

So today, rather than point out all the senseless, tacky, unwearable jewelry I find, I present a list of my current Etsy favorites.

In no particular order:

1. Wild Rose Twig Ring.

This is lovely and natural, and it looks sturdy without looking bulky. This is from Marcus Berkner Jewelry.

2. Yet to Discover

This is also lovely. It reminds me of a band my friend Leah wears. I’ve seen it described as an Alaskan Wedding Band, but I can’t find one that a) fits my price range or b) is exactly what I want. Except Leah’s. I really like that one. I doubt she’ll part with it.

3. Poesy Ring by Kathryn Riechert

These are so cute. And customizable. And now I can’t think of what I’d want to say on one. But they’re ADORABLE. Would make a very good wedding band, I think.

4. Cute as a button, indeed. This dainty ring from Misty Dawn Designs fits many of my criteria, here (especially price. I can’t believe she’s only charging $11 for this). It’s meant to stack, and she has a good half-dozen other designs to go with it.

5. Inverted Pink Pearl Ring.

This is fantastic. I might be afraid I’d break off the pearl, but other images of it show the pearl is pretty well mounted in there. It’s sleek, it’s classy, and it’d suit you well in a bar fight.

And now, I believe I should be working.