Your Favorite Book on a Locket

May 20, 2013 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas 1 Comment Tags: books, etsy, jewelry, JunkStudio, locket, reading

Wear your favorite book close to your heart with these amazing lockets. JunkStudio will take the cover of your favorite book, miniaturize it with magic, and turn it into a locket. You can then insert your favorite quote or a picture from the book on the inside. What a cute idea! I can see this also being a meaningful gift. I’d love to give one to my mom–she instilled a love of reading in me from a very young age.

If I were to get one for myself, I’d most likely pick the book “The Time Traveler’s Wife” as it’s one of my favorites, and the name alone can concoct up thoughts of Doctor Who and other time travel stories.

What book would you select?

Custom Book Locket, $20.50 at Etsy.com.

3D Printed Jewelry

May 16, 2013 By Tara in Geeky Fashion 1 Comment Tags: 3D printers, jewelry, math, science, The Grommet

You’ve probably been hearing a lot about 3D printers. People are currently trying to find their limits and well, haven’t succeeded yet. I hear rumors of food, body parts, and guns being printed. How about we take a step back and appreciate it for the art it can create in addition to the science and technological achievements?

I, for instance, love this jewelry made with a 3D printer. It’s geometric, science-y, and yet makes an elegant statement piece. Best part? It’s relatively inexpensive. The pendant necklace is $59, the ring is $55, and a pair of square dangle earrings are only $36. You can find the whole set at TheGrommet.com!

What are you loving most about 3D printers?

Nintendo Cartridge Jewelry

Apr 30, 2013 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas No Comments Tags: etsy, gaming, jewelry, Nintendo, OhMyGeekness, video games

Etsy shop OhMyGeekness has come out with the cutest little pieces of nostalgia: NES cartridge jewelry. The pieces range in price from $14-45, with most items around $16. In addition to NES, she’s got N64, Xbox 360, PS1, and PS2 cartridges, and a variety of cute geeky and game-related characters and references. These would make a perfect inexpensive and unique gift!

Check out the full selection at Etsy.com.

Elegant Star Jewelry by Assya

Jan 15, 2013 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas No Comments Tags: Assya, jewelry, My Flash Trash, stars

I’ve always loved stars, especially on jewelry. Nothing else can show a love for space and a metaphor for being important while reminding you of the largeness of the world. Plus, as a kid, I always wanted to become “a star” in the performing sense.

This star jewelry, designed by Assya and available at MyFlashTrash.com, is 18k gold, classy, and fun. It can be dressed up or down, and is delicate enough to wear with almost anything. For those of you thinking ahead, this would make a fantastic Valentine’s Day gift for the star in your life. Or just buy it for yourself. I won’t tell.

Star necklace, bracelet, and earrings, £98-175 at MyFlashTrash.com.

Flask Bangle

Dec 17, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion No Comments Tags: Cynthia Rowley, fashion, flask, jewelry

Whether you’re still looking for a big-ticket item for a gift, looking for the perfect thing to wear one New Year’s Eve, or just need something to cope with all of the holiday parties and family trips this time of year, I present to you the flask bangle.

Be the classiest alcoholic and the most popular girl at the party.

Flask Bangle, $225 at CynthiaRowley.com.

Constellation Jewelry

Dec 6, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas No Comments Tags: astrology, Fab.com, jewelry, space, stars

Is someone on your holiday list a shining star? Do you love them to the moon and back? Do they make you think of other space and star-related cliches and puns? You should get them this jewelry.

These bracelets and necklaces feature constellations that represent the signs of the zodiac. (The one above is the “Scorpio Cuff.”) Great for the astrology or space fan in your life!

Constellation Jewelry, $36-40 each at Fab.com.

ThinkGeek’s Charm Bracelet

Dec 5, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas 1 Comment Tags: charm bracelet, jewelry, ThinkGeek

If you were to believe the ads that are everywhere around this time of year, you’d think every woman wanted a European-style charm bracelet with the following “unique” and “personal” items on it: flip flops, a crystal birthstone, a ladybug, the Eiffel Tower, and a purse. I’ve never in my life wanted a flip-flop or a purse on a bracelet. Although the idea behind these bracelets is cool (create a custom bracelet and get a new bead for each holiday/big occasion in your life) I just haven’t found beads that represent me.

As usual, ThinkGeek has come to the rescue. They’ve released their own charm bracelet that includes things like Timmy, a companion cube, a computer, and a “bling mushroom.” I wouldn’t be surprised to see them releasing new beads further down the road as well.

The bracelet itself is $39.99 and the beads range from $12.99-29.99 at ThinkGeek.com. It’ll make a fantastic gift for all of the geeky ladies in your life!

Contest: Latitude Longitude Keepsake Pendant

Nov 12, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas 16 Comments Tags: Contest, jewelry, latitude, longitude, necklace, The Pretty Peacock

Ana from the fantastic (and Seattle-based) company, The Pretty Peacock, contacted me about her jewelry a month or two ago, and I fell in love. Her pieces are all deeply personal and customizable–things that will always make you think of the person who gave it to you. The Latitude Longitude necklace is one of my favorites. You can add the coordinates of anywhere you want: your home growing up, the place you met, the location of your wedding or honeymoon, or just a favorite place that you always want to keep close to you (Disneyland, perhaps?). This necklace is also a favorite among geocachers, and would make a great gift to give after a day out geocaching.

Lucky you: Ana is giving one of these necklaces away! Use it as a fantastic holiday gift or just keep it for yourself.

Also make sure you take a peek at the rest of the items at The Pretty Peacock: They’re offering a discount code for Geeky Hostess readers! Just use the code GEEKY2012 for 10% off your order and free shipping until November 30th. And if you’re doing any holiday shopping, get your orders in soon: the international ordering deadline is November 17th and the US ordering deadline is December 5th.

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Vintage Pocket Knife Necklace

Nov 9, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion No Comments Tags: etsy, Field Guide Design, jewelry, pocket knife

This necklace will ensure that you will always be prepared and fashionable. FieldGuideDesign starts with a vintage pocket knife and turns it into a practical and attractive necklace with a bit of paint. You’ll never be far away from the tools you need, and your hipster-y friends will just think you’re awesome. Win-win!

Vintage Pocket Knife Necklace, $48 at Etsy.com.

Thor Hammer Ring

Aug 30, 2012 By Tara in Geeky Fashion, Gift Ideas 1 Comment Tags: Fashionably Geek, jewelry, Superhero Stuff, Thor

This Thor hammer ring is my favorite type of geeky jewelry: It’s subtle and stylish enough that non-geeks will compliment you on it. Once they do, you can explain what it’s based on, and potentially turn a fashionista into comic book fan! Plus, how strong will you feel wearing Mighty Thor’s hammer on one of your fingers?

Thor Silver Hammer Ring, $15.99 at Superherostuff.com.

(Source: Fashionably Geek)