What wood ring will you create?

With all of the options we have for our rings, it's hard to try and decide which ring will be the best for you. Firstly, you need to decide which wood is the right wood.

We have lots of different kinds of wood, and at times out inventory my vary. Local options are always pretty abundant though!

Lovely walnut! We love walnut, whether it's light or walnut dark walnut. Walnut always seems to have a really rich color, and a good grain.

Or there's Cherry, this warm and light colored wood goes great with an inlay.

If you like something a bit more dark and red, try Juniper heart wood!

Or maybe you would choose oak. With such history and symbolism, who couldn't love the meaning and beauty behind oak.

The local woods we have here are great. Some people, however, seem to resonate more with a foreign or exotic wood. When we do get our wood, especially our exotic wood, we do our best to make sure the wood is recycled, or from a reputable source. And here are some of our favorites!

This bright beautiful red wood is really one of a kind! The color alone speaks for it's self.

Light bogwood, dark bogwood, maybe a little of both? This ancient oak from Ireland is a wonderful wood that will make a beautiful and meaning full ring full of history!

How about something with more of a natural contrast? Zebra wood should do the trick! Every ring is different, and every ring is beautiful.

Oak may have a lot of history, but not as much as this Ancient Kauri wood. This wood is 50,000 years old! The grain is like no other, the wood even has a bit of a shimmer to it.

 Rosewood, is probably our most popular wood by far. All of our rosewood comes from old and recycled xylophone keys. If you're a music lover, and like a darker richer wood, you should consider getting a rosewood ring.

Finally, there are the random, donated scrap wood pieces. Some we can identify, some we can't. So if you are looking for something really unique, that you didn't see here, why don't you give us a call! 312-590-6070

The Mighty Oak

Why we love our oak rings so much

It's that time of year! Fall is here and the leaves are just starting to change color. Another thing you might notice if you look to the ground are all the lovely little acorns that have dropped from their home way up in that big Oak tree. We were lucky enough to pick up a few of the acorns and catch some lovely photos with this set of Oak rings we just made. Check out the great color's of these acorns!

Many people all over the world find symbolism and meaning in the Oak tree. Oak plays an important role in Celtic culture. It symbolizes everything from strength, life, family and power. It's even the national tree for lots of countries. It's no wonder the Oak is so important to many people and places, they are found in humorous places all over the world. The White Oak tree can grow up to 80' tall and even 80' wide.  

With so much meaning and beauty it's easy to see why we are so proud of each oak ring we make. Not only to they hold so much symbolism, we love the golden color and the strong grain texture visible in each ring.  As you know by now, oak is very strong and it makes for a great ring that is sure to last!

Inlay Options!

Check out this beautiful ring set! These rings wonderfully display the many inlay options that are possible. Both are inlayed with Mother of Pearl. We love to see customers finding alternative options to diamonds. 

Do you have inlay ideas? Get in touch with us by email or phone! 

craftsman@simplywoodrings.com / 312 590 6070

Other materials that are used for inlays are:
Wood, Stones, Sand, Meteorite, Bone (We have dinosaur bone!), Hair, Flowers, and Rust!

Here are a few more images of beautiful inlays.

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Breaking Traditions

BREAKING TRADITIONS
Original vs. Variation

Our rings are made to order, which means when you order a ring it is created just for you! Even two rings of the same design will never be exactly the same. It is also possible to create variations to our in-house designs. The rings above are an example of the same design that was created with different materials by request of the customer. 

Breaking Traditions is one of our standard designs. Shown on the left, it is a Mahogany band inlaid with a mixture of crushed stones, including Mother of Pearl, Coral, Malachite, Concrete and Sand. The liner is Birch. The ring on the left is a Breaking Traditions Variation customized by a customer. The wood is Mahogany and the inlay is composed of Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Mother of Pearl with a Maple liner.

Let us know which ring you like best by commenting on this post! 

Check out our web shop to view the Breaking Traditions as well as other standard designs! http://www.simplywoodrings.com/ringshop/

One of a Kind Show

Dec. 6-9 we will be at the Chicago One of a Kind Show at The Merchandise Mart. Gustav Reyes will be showcasing his bent wood jewelry with Gustav Reyes, as well as a selection of Simply Wood Rings. Please stop by and say hello while perusing some fabulously unique pieces from many talented artists!

Wood Pendants from Simply Wood Rings

Simply Wood Rings jewelry isn't just for engaged couples anymore. We have added a selection of wood pendants to our shop! Perfect gifts for those that want to give something beautiful and unique from an eco-friendly company. Check out our designs, or message us to make something custom!

"Natural"

"Muse"

"Completion"

"Good Fortune"

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Eco-Conscious

Simply Wood Rings is "Eco-conscious wood jewelry." As the Earth urges us to pay attention to our habits, this phrase is both timely and timeless. We are connecting people's desire to do good, with a product tailored to the time and place of their love. We wish to evoke love, hope, and promise in a product that is made with the customer in mind, from materials that are salvaged, sustainable, and meaningful. What you do in this moment is more important than the idea of forever. You can string together all the moments in the world, but forever is a space too vast to occupy. 

Connecting to this idea is becoming more and more relevant. Part of this is being aware, and the other part is the act of doing what we know is best for us. Knowing what is good for our bodies, our families, and the Earth, and choosing natural options--organic foods, natural body-care products and clothing, and natural jewelry. 

Natural jewelry has been worn since the beginning of time. People would adorn themselves with flowers, shells, and nuts. It was the power of advertising done by diamond companies that sold the idea of forever to us, selling us expensive metals and stones. But we are starting to get back to our roots, to want what is real and of the Earth. Back to Nature. Now more than ever, we want to live simply again. But we want to do it with grace and beauty. We want to wear elements of the Earth--to feel connected with it, to help it, to fuel the Earth's energy and our own. It is more of an exchange of energy, instead of taking without giving back. And that's what Simply Wood Rings is here to provide--"Eco-conscious wood jewelry."

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Wood Rings for 5th Year Wedding Anniversary

The traditional gift for a 5th year wedding anniversary is wood. Looking for inspiration? Can't go wrong with jewelry! Simply Wood Rings creates wood rings for wedding anniversaries, so thought we'd share the idea to anyone who may be stumped on what to get!  

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