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Cat CharmsLooking for a beautiful, charming cat lover gift? The gift of cat charms makes a good choice. A cat charm is an enchanting gift for your friends and for your feline companions as well. A charm (or charm bracelet) makes a terrific gift for you too! A charming piece of jewelryA charm is a small decorative pendant, usually worn on a bracelet. Generally, charms have a special meaning for the person wearing them. Charms are also used to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, new baby, or anniversary.In Ancient times, people wore charms as amulets, or talismans, to protect themselves from evil, and as a means to attract good luck. Nowadays, charms have become popular fashion accessories. Collecting cat charmsDo you want to start a collection of cat-inspired charms? There is a wide selection of charms and charm bracelets to select from. There is something for everyone. Here are some tips and suggestions to help you get started:Choosing a theme Deciding upon a theme will narrow the search considerably. Some cat lover ideas include: kittens, sleeping cats, playful cats, or cat breeds. Choosing a material This is another wonderful way to focus your collection. Do you prefer gold or silver? If you want a unique collection, why not choose an out-of-the-ordinary material. How about coral or stone, or materials such as wood or clay? Other options include: pewter, glass and opal. See the list below for more ideas. Budget Before starting your collections decide how much you are willing to spend. There are charms to fit any budget, from high-end pendants to affordable pieces. Cat lover gift ideas
Animal charmsAnimal charms have grown in popularity in recent years. The variety of charms portraying and celebrating different types of animals can be overwhelming: dogs (you will find charms of almost every breed), birds, lions, tigers, fish, dolphins, penguins, to name just a few.Animal-inspired charms make a great gift for any animal lover. Pet charmsCharms for pets have also become very popular. Any pet collar will look great with a beautiful charm especially designed for pet collars. This is another terrific gift idea for pet lovers.Safety is a very important factor to consider when choosing a collar and charms for your kitty. Make sure that both the collar and the charms you select are safe. My favorite cat collars are those that snap open if the collar gets caught. For more information on pet charms click here. Where to find the perfect cat charmOkay, you’ve finally decided to either start a charm collection or give the gift of cat-inspired charms to that special cat lover in your life. So… where do you find fun and one-of-a-kind charms?Thanks to the Internet you can easily find unique cat-themed charms from the comfort of your home. Many online stores offer a wide array of charms. You can find vintage and rare charms as well as more common and affordable ones. You can also find charms in a myriad of other places. For instance: flea markets, street fairs, consignment stores, jewelry stores, garage sales, estate sales, catalogs, online auctions such as eBay, traditional auctions, your local gift store, art fairs, and museum gift shops, among others. For additional information......about Charms, Charm Jewelry, Charm Collecting, and Starting a Charm Collection, you might enjoy the following books:Charmed Bracelets by Tracey Zabar, Ellen Silverman (Photographer), with a foreword by Lisa Birnbach. Friendship Bracelets by Laura Torres, Darwen Hennings (Illustrator), Vally Hennings (Illustrator), Designed by Mary Ellen Podgorski and by Jill Turney. The Charm of Charms by Jade Albert and Ki Hackney Charming: The Magic of Charm Jewelry by Deborah Alun-Jones
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