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Mother's Day Gift Guide: 21 Gifts for Moms of All Ages

Stacey Bowers

Cards, candles, jewelry made in Arkansas, and so much more make our Mother’s Day gift guide.

Whether you want to make mom laugh out loud with a “sorry about my teenage years” candle or say “awww” with jewelry made in Arkansas that supports arts education, this Mother’s Day gift guide will help you navigate shopping locally for gifts this Mother’s Day week. Everything on this list is available at Bang-Up Betty’s jewelry and gift store in the Argenta Arts District of North Little Rock, located at 429 Main Street with extended hours this week to take the panic out of last-minute shopping. Stop by Tuesday through Friday from 11-5:30 or Saturday 11-5. We’ve even got a houseplant pop-up in store on Saturday! And if you’re looking for our completely made in Arkansas gift guide, you’ll find it here.

Here are 21 of our favorite gifts for moms of all ages:

These nontoxic, deliciously scented candles come with sweet and hilarious phrases like “sorry about my teenage years,” “hey mom, thanks for the ridiculously good looks,” “hey mom, you’re a badass,” “best mom ever,” and “hey hot mama.” Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

This charitable necklace made in Arkansas gives back to arts education by supporting Thea Foundation. It’s great for teachers, artists, and art lovers. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online.

Give mom a creative project that’s fun and not overwhelming with a colorful DIY embroidery kit. These kits are pre-printed, so you’re never in the dark about where to put your stitches, and with hummingbird, succulent, solar system, feminist librarian and bearded dragon designs, they’re all beautiful. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online.

Moms are always picking up the phone, so don’t forget to pick up a card for Mother’s Day! Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

Give mom a Mother’s Day flower that won’t wilt with this made-in-Arkansas sunflower necklace. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online. These beautiful mandala ring dishes made in Arkansas pair perfectly with a piece of jewelry and are available in store as well.

Brighten up mom’s home with a colorful Arkansas-made macrame plant hanger, available in store at Bang-Up Betty. If you need a plant to go in it, we’re having a houseplant pop-up this Saturday from 1-4pm.

Thank mom for her unsolicited advice with a funny card. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

These Arkansas-made tulip ring dishes pair perfectly with a piece of Arkansas made jewelry, and if you’re getting mom flowers, these flower frogs will help gorgeously display them. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

Strong women: may we be them, may we know them, may we raise them. Tell mom how strong she is with a “strong as hell” necklace made in Arkansas. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online.

What’s better than coffee? Coffee and chocolate! These organic chocolate-covered espresso beans are delightful. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

Mom needs a gorgeous umbrella upgrade, and these leafy and ocean-patterned clear umbrellas will keep the rain off in style. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

A puzzle is ALWAYS a safe gift in my family. Bonus: I get to borrow it when mom is done working it. This Ruth Bader Ginsburg puzzle is one of several beautiful, clever and fun puzzles we have in store at Bang-Up Betty. And if your mom loves RBG as much as many of the moms in my life, you’ll find several shelves FULL of RBG memorabilia waiting for you here.

Mom is a goddess! Make sure she knows it with this “Athena” column vase. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty.

If mom is a force of nature or needs a little empowerment, these Arkansas made hand-stamped mantra cuffs will do the trick! They’re stamped with powerful phrases like “unstoppable,” “actually, I can,” “get outta my way,” “get shit done,” “hustle,” and more. They’re also customizable if you want to order one online to ship or pick up in store using code LOCALPICKUP, but be sure and order it by Friday.

If mom is a bookworm and a fan of classic romance, she’ll love this Jane Austen planter. Available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online. If you need an air plant to go in it, we’re having a houseplant pop-up Saturday from 1-4pm.

These gorgeous flower pots and planters are handmade in Arkansas, and if you need a plant to go in them, we’re having a houseplant pop-up Saturday from 1-4pm. Available in store.

Keep mom on track with a Dolly Parton-themed to-do list that says “pour myself a cup of ambition.” Available in store or online.

This adorable heart hands hook pillow is a cute reminder that you love mom. Grab it in store at Bang-Up Betty or online.

Sometimes justice and casseroles are too hot to handle. This “I Dissent” Ruth Bader Ginsburg oven mitt is available in store at Bang-Up Betty or online.

Honestly, the most valuable gift you can give a parent is unlimited tech support. This hilarious Mother’s Day card is available in store at Bang-Up Betty.com.

Thank you for shopping small and local this Mother’s Day!

Bang-Up Betty: A Unique, Must-See New Gift Shop and Jewelry Store in North Little Rock Arkansas

Stacey Bowers

Bring your sense of wonder and your sense of humor to this unique new gift shop and jewelry store located in North Little Rock’s historic Argenta arts neighborhood.

Bring your sense of wonder and your sense of humor to this unique new gift shop and jewelry store located in North Little Rock’s historic Argenta arts neighborhood.

Bang-Up Betty’s unique, snarky and well-made jewelry can now be found alongside hundreds of fun, quirky and unusual gifts inside its new Argenta storefront located at 429 Main Street in North Little Rock, Arkansas, right above Ristorante Capeo. Expect to find one-of-a-kind locally made art and pottery at this fun new gift shop as well as hilarious and thoughtful gifts and Bang-Up Betty’s lapel pins, handmade jewelry, stickers, t-shirts and totes. Arkansas jewelry maker Bang-Up Betty is known for its nationally-acclaimed Arkansas-made hand-stamped, cast bronze and custom jewelry. Bang-Up Betty's hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 11-5:30 and Saturdays 11-5, and custom jewelry making and curbside assistance will be offered soon. To keep shoppers safe during the pandemic, masks are required over your nose and mouth at all times inside the store.

In keeping with the arts neighborhood vibe, the store is painted with a retro rainbow mural painted by North Little Rock artist Levi Agee. The gift shop also sells art by lots of local and regional Arkansas artists.

In keeping with the arts neighborhood vibe, the store is painted with a retro rainbow mural painted by North Little Rock artist Levi Agee. The gift shop also sells art by lots of local and regional Arkansas artists.

Bring your sense of wonder and your sense of humor to this new gift shop and jewelry store located in North Little Rock’s historic Argenta arts neighborhood. In keeping with the arts neighborhood vibe, the store is painted with a retro rainbow mural painted by North Little Rock artist Levi Agee. The store also sells art by lots of local and regional Arkansas artists, including Hot Springs ceramicist Carla Churchwell, Little Rock macrame artist Creative Cords, original pieces by North Little Rock visual artist Sulac, hand-blended loose-leaf tea by Little Rock’s Abbi’s Teas and Things, art prints by Sherwood-based designer Lee Lee Arts + Design, greeting cards by Maumelle-based painter Sherry J. Williamson, and much more.

The Bang-Up Betty store itself is a unique and fun sight to see. Store owner and jewelry designer Stacey Bowers sourced mostly vintage when bringing the gift shop to life, using authentic vintage rattan furniture, a century-old glass jewelry case, funky tile-top table, and dozens of fun and colorful accent pieces like painted columns and decorated busts all throughout the shop.

The Bang-Up Betty store itself is a unique and fun sight to see. Store owner and jewelry designer Stacey Bowers sourced mostly vintage when bringing the gift shop to life, using authentic vintage rattan furniture, a century-old glass jewelry case, funky tile-top table, and dozens of fun and colorful accent pieces like painted columns and decorated busts all throughout the shop.

The Bang-Up Betty store itself is a unique and fun sight to see. Store owner and jewelry designer Stacey Bowers sourced mostly vintage when bringing the gift shop to life, using authentic vintage rattan furniture, a century-old glass jewelry case, funky tile-top table, and dozens of fun and colorful accent pieces like painted columns and decorated busts all throughout the shop. The building housing Bang-Up Betty was built in the 1800s, with gorgeous patterned ceilings, tons of natural light and a view of the historic Baker House Bed and Breakfast through the window.

The curated gift offerings at the Bang-Up Betty gift shop include hilarious socks and greeting cards; phenomenal nontoxic candles; vegan candy and snacks; gourmet artisan chocolate, and of course unique handmade local jewelry.

The curated gift offerings at the Bang-Up Betty gift shop include hilarious socks and greeting cards; phenomenal nontoxic candles; vegan candy and snacks; gourmet artisan chocolate, and of course unique handmade local jewelry.

While so many of the gifts at Bang-Up Betty are sourced locally, many are from unique designers and small businesses across the nation. The curated gift offerings at the shop include hilarious socks and greeting cards; phenomenal nontoxic candles; vegan candy and snacks; gourmet artisan chocolate; funky and unusual tableware; fun party supplies; bright and beautiful home decor; funny t-shirts; feminist lapel pins and stickers; and tons more. Come to this gift shop with your sense of humor!

The building housing Bang-Up Betty’s gift shop and jewelry store was built in the 1800s, with gorgeous patterned ceilings, tons of natural light and a view of the historic Baker House Bed and Breakfast through the window. Through another window is historic Main Street in downtown North Little Rock, Arkansas.

The building housing Bang-Up Betty’s gift shop and jewelry store was built in the 1800s, with gorgeous patterned ceilings, tons of natural light and a view of the historic Baker House Bed and Breakfast through the window. Through another window is historic Main Street in downtown North Little Rock, Arkansas.

If your’e a history nerd, book worm, Greek mythology geek or art lover, you’re going to love this gift shop! Bang-Up Betty is known for its intelligent jewelry lines that draw inspiration from Greek mythology, art history, marine biology and a love of reading. The store echoes these values with many of its gift choices.

If your’e a history nerd, book worm, Greek mythology geek or art lover, you’re going to love this gift shop! Bang-Up Betty is known for its intelligent jewelry lines that draw inspiration from Greek mythology, art history, marine biology and a love of reading. The store echoes these values with many of its gift choices.

If your’e a history nerd, book worm, Greek mythology geek or art lover, you’re going to love this gift shop! Bang-Up Betty is known for its intelligent jewelry lines that draw inspiration from Greek mythology, art history, marine biology and a love of reading. The store echoes these values with many of its gift choices.

The Seven Seas Collection: Aquatic Jewelry Inspired by the Extraordinary Creatures in Our Oceans

Stacey Bowers

The Seven Seas Collection is cast bronze and sterling silver jewelry inspired by the extraordinary creatures living in our oceans, from the smallest seahorses jetting through coral reefs to titanic humpback whales migrating thousands of miles across open water and a dozen awe-inspiring animals in between. Each charm, pendant, earring and bracelet design was meticulously hand-sculpted and modeled after sea creatures. Within this glimmering aquarium, you’ll find dolphins, sea turtles, jellyfish, orcas, humpback whales, tropical fish, seahorses, starfish, coral and stingrays. Dive into this collection of beachy, ocean jewelry!

This collection of aquatic fauna glints like sunken treasure and is named for a sailing colloquialism that spanned cultures, continents and centuries. It evoked greatness, wildness and mystery. The Seven Seas could be filled with lost treasure or lead you to new treasure, but the real treasure was the living, writhing ocean itself and every thriving creature within it. This echoes truer than ever as human industry presses harder on life beneath the waves, making each living thing rarer and more precious.

These stingray drop-style earrings are incredibly fun and lightweight. Each stingray charm measures about 1 1/4 inches from tail to nose. Bronze stingrays hang from 14k gold-filled ear wires, while sterling silver stingrays hang from sterling silver ear wires. Each set of stingray earrings features a pair of stingrays that mirror each other. Fun fact about stingrays: Stingrays may look fierce, but they are mostly docile to humans. They spend a lot of their time at the bottom of the ocean half-buried in the sand, which is easy to do when you’re flat. 

These stingray drop-style earrings are incredibly fun and lightweight. Each stingray charm measures about 1 1/4 inches from tail to nose. Bronze stingrays hang from 14k gold-filled ear wires, while sterling silver stingrays hang from sterling silver ear wires. Each set of stingray earrings features a pair of stingrays that mirror each other. 

Fun fact about stingrays: Stingrays may look fierce, but they are mostly docile to humans. They spend a lot of their time at the bottom of the ocean half-buried in the sand, which is easy to do when you’re flat. 

Come out of your shell in this adorable yet elegant sea turtle necklace. The sea turtle pendant measures approximately 1 inch long and hangs from an 18-inch chain. Gold sea turtle necklaces feature a cast bronze sea turtle on an 18-inch 14k gold-filled paperclip-style chain, and silver sea turtle necklaces are made of sterling silver with an 18-inch sterling silver cable chain. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here

Fun fact about sea turtles: Sea turtles have to come to the surface for air, but they can hold their breath under water for 4-7 hours if they’re resting or sleeping. 

You could say that Orcas (aka Killer Whales) can be found in all seven seas because they are found in every single ocean. This solid cast bronze orca tail cuff bracelet is bold and majestic like the animal that inspired it. Two orca tails meet at the front of this cuff, making the opening wearable face out. Orca tail cuff measures 6.25 inches long and is adjustable. This measurement is before taking into account the opening space between the tails which you can adjust to your preference. As with all cuff style bracelets, we recommend squeezing it to about the size you’re comfortable with then wriggling it on and off, not prying it and bending it backwards. This solid bronze cuff is strong and durable, but we want to keep it looking perfect. Fun facts about orca whales: Each family of killer whales (called a pod) has its own dialect of communication. Orcas on different sides of the planet don’t speak the same language. 

You could say that Orcas (aka Killer Whales) can be found in all seven seas because they are found in every single ocean. This solid cast bronze orca tail cuff bracelet is bold and majestic like the animal that inspired it. Two orca tails meet at the front of this cuff, making the opening wearable face out. Orca tail cuff measures 6.25 inches long and is adjustable. This measurement is before taking into account the opening space between the tails which you can adjust to your preference. As with all cuff style bracelets, we recommend squeezing it to about the size you’re comfortable with then wriggling it on and off, not prying it and bending it backwards. This solid bronze cuff is strong and durable, but we want to keep it looking perfect. 

Fun facts about orca whales: Each family of killer whales (called a pod) has its own dialect of communication. Orcas on different sides of the planet don’t speak the same language. 

One of the largest creatures on earth is the fascinating, incredibly intelligent humpback whale. This humpback whale necklace is based on an illustration I carved directly into bronze. The humpback whale pendant measures approximately 1 3/4 inches long and comes in cast bronze or sterling silver. The bronze whale necklace measures 17 inches long and features a 14k gold-filled chain. Sterling silver whale necklaces measure 17 inches long and feature a sterling silver chain. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary. If you love this humpback whale necklace, you’ll love the matching humpback whale earrings.

Fun facts about humpback whales: Humpback whales migrate incredibly far, covering 5,000 miles between breeding and feeding areas. The males create songs that can be heard 20 miles away, and each year they change up the songs. 

One of the largest creatures on earth is the fascinating, incredibly intelligent humpback whale. These diving humpback whale earrings are based on an illustration I carved directly into bronze. The humpback whale pendant measures approximately 1 3/4 inches long and comes in solid cast bronze or sterling silver.

Look stunning in this unique, three-dimensional cast bronze jellyfish necklace. Jellyfish pendant measures approximately 1.5 inches long and hangs from a 20-inch 14k gold-filled chain that can be fastened on any link of the chain so the length is adjustable if you’d like to wear it shorter. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here. Fun fact about Jellyfish: Many jellyfish glow in the dark because they have bioluminescent organs. They can emit a blue or green glow when touched, which startles predators. 

Look stunning in this unique, three-dimensional cast bronze jellyfish necklace. Jellyfish pendant measures approximately 1.5 inches long and hangs from a 20-inch 14k gold-filled chain that can be fastened on any link of the chain so the length is adjustable if you’d like to wear it shorter. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here

Fun fact about Jellyfish: Many jellyfish glow in the dark because they have bioluminescent organs. They can emit a blue or green glow when touched, which startles predators. 

The gorgeous horned or “knobby” starfish can be found in the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific region. This Horned Starfish Necklace features a cast bronze or sterling silver sea star pendant that measures a little under an inch from limb to limb. Bronze necklaces are made with a 16-inch 14k gold-filled chain, so the entire necklace measures about 16.5 inches long. Sterling silver necklaces are made with sterling silver starfish and sterling silver chain. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary. This starfish necklace is perfect for layering but is a beautiful standout if you want to wear it alone. If you love this starfish necklace, you’ll love our starfish cuff and starfish stud earrings. Fun fact about horned starfish: These starfish mostly eat coral and sponges, but they’ll chase down sea urchins and snails as well. 

The gorgeous horned or “knobby” starfish can be found in the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific region. This Horned Starfish Necklace features a cast bronze or sterling silver sea star pendant that measures a little under an inch from limb to limb. Bronze necklaces are made with a 16-inch 14k gold-filled chain, so the entire necklace measures about 16.5 inches long. Sterling silver necklaces are made with sterling silver starfish and sterling silver chain. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary. This starfish necklace is perfect for layering but is a beautiful standout if you want to wear it alone. 

If you love this starfish necklace, you’ll love our starfish cuff and starfish stud earrings. 

Fun fact about horned starfish: These starfish mostly eat coral and sponges, but they’ll chase down sea urchins and snails as well. 

These subtle yet interesting starfish stud earrings are lightweight, look good casually or dressed up, and come in solid bronze or sterling silver. These starfish stud earrings feature the common starfish, which lives in the northeast Atlantic Ocean…

These subtle yet interesting starfish stud earrings are lightweight, look good casually or dressed up, and come in solid bronze or sterling silver. These starfish stud earrings feature the common starfish, which lives in the northeast Atlantic Ocean. Each earring measures about 3/4 inch across.

This playful necklace was inspired by some of the most playful and beloved animals in the ocean—bottlenose dolphins. In this dolphin necklace, a family (called a pod) of dolphins chases each other in circles, with two touching noses cheerfully. Each dolphin charm measures 1 inch across. The bronze necklace is made with 14k gold-filled paperclip-style chain, and the sterling silver necklace features a sterling silver cable chain. Necklaces measure approximately 19 inches including the dolphin charms. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary. This starfish necklace is perfect for layering but is a beautiful standout if you want to wear it alone. Fun fact about dolphins: Dolphins navigate underwater via echolocation and can emit 1,000 clicking sounds per second. Those clicks bounce back to them off surfaces, prey and other creatures, letting them know how big those things are, how they’re shaped and where they’re located. 

This playful necklace was inspired by some of the most playful and beloved animals in the ocean—bottlenose dolphins. In this dolphin necklace, a family (called a pod) of dolphins chases each other in circles, with two touching noses cheerfully. Each dolphin charm measures 1 inch across. The bronze necklace is made with 14k gold-filled paperclip-style chain, and the sterling silver necklace features a sterling silver cable chain. Necklaces measure approximately 19 inches including the dolphin charms. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary. This starfish necklace is perfect for layering but is a beautiful standout if you want to wear it alone. 

Fun fact about dolphins: Dolphins navigate underwater via echolocation and can emit 1,000 clicking sounds per second. Those clicks bounce back to them off surfaces, prey and other creatures, letting them know how big those things are, how they’re shaped and where they’re located. 

These subtle yet playful seahorse stud earrings are lightweight, perfect for casual wear and come in solid bronze and sterling silver. Each stud seahorse earring measures a little over 1/2 inch from head to curled up tail. Each set of seahorse stud earrings features two seahorses that face each other. Fun facts about seahorses: Seahorses mate for life, and even more incredible—the males carry their young. After mating, the female seahorse places her eggs inside a pouch on the male’s body and he carries them while they gestate. When they’re ready to hatch, the male expels as many as 1,000 young seahorses from his body.

These subtle yet playful seahorse stud earrings are lightweight, perfect for casual wear and come in solid bronze and sterling silver. Each stud seahorse earring measures a little over 1/2 inch from head to curled up tail. Each set of seahorse stud earrings features two seahorses that face each other. 

Fun facts about seahorses: Seahorses mate for life, and even more incredible—the males carry their young. After mating, the female seahorse places her eggs inside a pouch on the male’s body and he carries them while they gestate. When they’re ready to hatch, the male expels as many as 1,000 young seahorses from his body.

This necklace is like a tiny coral reef you can wear around your neck and keep close to your heart. The coral reef scene in cast bronze features two tropical fish swimming against a background of coral and seashells. At a little less than 2 inches a…

This necklace is like a tiny coral reef you can wear around your neck and keep close to your heart. The coral reef scene in cast bronze features two tropical fish swimming against a background of coral and seashells. At a little less than 2 inches across, this coral reef necklace is a statement piece. The entire necklace measures approximately 18 inches long and is made with a 14k gold-filled chain that can be fastened on any link of the chain, so it can be worn shorter if you prefer. If you’d like to add some length to your necklace, you can add an extender here, but please note it will be added to one side of the chain so the fastener may not sit precisely in the center of the back of your neck since this pendant is stationary.

Fun facts about coral reefs: There are too many to list here! Coral is an animal, not a plant. Coral reefs need sunlight to live and grow. Half a billion people rely on coral reefs for food, and a quarter of all marine life lives in coral reefs. 

11 Unique Styles of Arkansas Jewelry and Gifts Designed and Made in Arkansas

Stacey Bowers

From the state crop to the state insect to the state gemstone to the shape of the state of Arkansas, jewelry maker Bang-Up Betty has a huge variety of Arkansas themed jewelry and gifts designed and made right here in Arkansas.

From the state crop to the state insect to the state gemstone to the shape of the state of Arkansas, jewelry maker Bang-Up Betty has a huge variety of Arkansas themed jewelry and gifts designed and made right here in Arkansas.

While making jewelry and gifts in Little Rock and North Little Rock, Arkansas, for more than eight years, I’ve amassed a fairly large array of Arkansas-themed jewelry and gifts. From the Arkansas state crop to the state insect to the state gemstone to the shape of the state of Arkansas (plus the many cute and fierce wild creatures that populate the Natural State), I’ve cast so many symbols of Arkansas in bronze and silver pendants, stamped them onto brass necklaces, and designed funny Arkansas t-shirts and stickers. Here are 11 unique pieces of Arkansas jewelry and gifts designed and made in Arkansas by Bang-Up Betty:

If you’ve ever driven across the Natural State, you’ve probably laid eyes on a rice field. As the top rice producer in the nation, Arkansas produces more than 9 billion pounds of rice each year - which would explain why rice is an important dinner staple for many Arkansans, especially those experiencing hunger.This necklace pays homage to Arkansas’s staple crop while giving back to the Arkansas Foodbank, the largest hunger relief organization in the state. The Arkansas pendant, created by North Little Rock jewelry designer Bang-Up Betty, was made by casting real Arkansas rice flowers (from Cornerstone Farm, near Altheimer, AR) in bronze, and it’s also available in sterling silver. Rice farmers are a big part of the Arkansas Foodbank. In the early 1980s, Arkansas rice farmers realized two things: they had a surplus of their crop, and they had hungry neighbors. By working together, they filled an important need by ensuring families and children had access to nutritious food. To this day, these producers donate millions of pounds of rice to food banks across our state, in turn feeding thousands of our neighbors experiencing hunger.20% of the sales of these necklaces go directly to the Arkansas Foodbank. Each bronze Arkansas Rice Flower Necklace sold raises enough money to fund 58 meals for hungry Arkansans, and each silver necklace funds 67 meals for Arkansans in need.

If you’ve ever driven across the Natural State, you’ve probably laid eyes on a rice field. As the top rice producer in the nation, Arkansas produces more than 9 billion pounds of rice each year - which would explain why rice is an important dinner staple for many Arkansans, especially those experiencing hunger.

This necklace pays homage to Arkansas’s staple crop while giving back to the Arkansas Foodbank, the largest hunger relief organization in the state. The Arkansas pendant, created by North Little Rock jewelry designer Bang-Up Betty, was made by casting real Arkansas rice flowers (from Cornerstone Farm, near Altheimer, AR) in bronze, and it’s also available in sterling silver.

Rice farmers are a big part of the Arkansas Foodbank. In the early 1980s, Arkansas rice farmers realized two things: they had a surplus of their crop, and they had hungry neighbors. By working together, they filled an important need by ensuring families and children had access to nutritious food. To this day, these producers donate millions of pounds of rice to food banks across our state, in turn feeding thousands of our neighbors experiencing hunger.

20% of the sales of these necklaces go directly to the Arkansas Foodbank. Each bronze Arkansas Rice Flower Necklace sold raises enough money to fund 58 meals for hungry Arkansans, and each silver necklace funds 67 meals for Arkansans in need.

Show your love of Arkansas with Arkansas-made jewelry that’s in the shape of Arkansas. These little bronze and sterling silver Arkansas charms are cast with a beautiful Art Deco fan pattern and come as a dainty necklace or a set of hoop earrings. The necklace is made with an 18-inch 14K gold-filled chain, and the hoop earrings are made with 14K gold-filled one-inch hoops that are hypoallergenic, as is the necklace. The silver version is a sterling silver charm on an 18-inch sterling silver chain or sterling silver hoop earrings.

Show your love of Arkansas with Arkansas-made jewelry that’s in the shape of Arkansas. These little bronze and sterling silver Arkansas charms are cast with a beautiful Art Deco fan pattern and come as a dainty necklace or a set of hoop earrings. The necklace is made with an 18-inch 14K gold-filled chain, and the hoop earrings are made with 14K gold-filled one-inch hoops that are hypoallergenic, as is the necklace. The silver version is a sterling silver charm on an 18-inch sterling silver chain or sterling silver hoop earrings.

I made this little gem because... you know... The Diamond State...This dainty diamond outline necklace is a nod to the Arkansas state gemstone—the diamond. Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, is one of the only places on earth where the public can dig for diamonds and keep what they find.

I made this little gem because... you know... The Diamond State...

This dainty diamond outline necklace is a nod to the Arkansas state gemstone—the diamond. Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, is one of the only places on earth where the public can dig for diamonds and keep what they find.

The Diamond State, the Natural State, or just home, sweet home… whatever you want to call the state of Arkansas, keep it close to your heart with this handmade Arkansas necklace made with either a woodgrain, water or diamond motif. You can get this …

The Diamond State, the Natural State, or just home, sweet home… whatever you want to call the state of Arkansas, keep it close to your heart with this handmade Arkansas necklace made with either a woodgrain, water or diamond motif. You can get this pretty Arkansas necklace with the cubic zirconia in the center or in the top left for Northwest Arkansas, or if another part of the state is your favorite, email us to have the stone placed closer to there.

Celebrate the state insect of Arkansas, the honeybee, with this gorgeous bee necklace. I love this hand-cast, kiln-fired bronze medallion so much because it’s a little sweet and a little spooky. The bee in the design is very obvious, but if you look closely, you’ll see that the bee is resting on a spider web, creating a magnificently textured, multidimensional piece. The warm glow of the bronze in this handmade necklace is complimented by two beads of golden jade quartz that connect the pendant to a gold-filled chain. The chain measures approximately 19 inches long and ends in a spring clasp. Hand-cast bronze has a warm, golden glow and is tarnish resistant. This beautiful piece transitions perfectly from summer to winter; it’s light and happy, but also a little spooky. It’s perfect for a nature lover. This handmade bee necklace is also available in silver.

Celebrate the state insect of Arkansas, the honeybee, with this gorgeous bee necklace. I love this hand-cast, kiln-fired bronze medallion so much because it’s a little sweet and a little spooky. The bee in the design is very obvious, but if you look closely, you’ll see that the bee is resting on a spider web, creating a magnificently textured, multidimensional piece. The warm glow of the bronze in this handmade necklace is complimented by two beads of golden jade quartz that connect the pendant to a gold-filled chain. The chain measures approximately 19 inches long and ends in a spring clasp. Hand-cast bronze has a warm, golden glow and is tarnish resistant. This beautiful piece transitions perfectly from summer to winter; it’s light and happy, but also a little spooky. It’s perfect for a nature lover. This handmade bee necklace is also available in silver.

This spin on my sparkling cubic zirconia Arkansas necklace is made with blue cubic zirconia where Little Rock is or a dazzling display of blue cubic zirconia stones pointing out the counties that voted blue in the 2020 presidential election. Please …

This spin on my sparkling cubic zirconia Arkansas necklace is made with blue cubic zirconia where Little Rock is or a dazzling display of blue cubic zirconia stones pointing out the counties that voted blue in the 2020 presidential election. Please note that the placement for the counties isn’t exact; I took some artistic liberty and liberties necessary for setting stones in bronze. Each stone is set by hand directly into the bronze.

Arkansas is home and it’s worth fighting for, which is why we’ve got to keep going, keeping calling our representatives and senators, keep making our voices heard, keep convincing smart people to run for office, keep working toward a more equal, equitable Natural State. This handmade Arkansas necklace features a cast bronze Arkansas pendant pressed with the words KEEP GOING to remind us to keep up the good fight.

Arkansas is home and it’s worth fighting for, which is why we’ve got to keep going, keeping calling our representatives and senators, keep making our voices heard, keep convincing smart people to run for office, keep working toward a more equal, equitable Natural State. This handmade Arkansas necklace features a cast bronze Arkansas pendant pressed with the words KEEP GOING to remind us to keep up the good fight.

It’s a widespread joke among Dogtown residents that we always have to go over the river for everyone and everything because folks on the other side act like we live on another continent. Meanwhile we’re over here on the north side wallowing in great…

It’s a widespread joke among Dogtown residents that we always have to go over the river for everyone and everything because folks on the other side act like we live on another continent. Meanwhile we’re over here on the north side wallowing in great bars, lovely neighborhoods, excellent schools and affordable living. We’ve got a good thing going over here, but we’re happy to cross the river to visit you. Do the same for us!

At first glance, this retro-inspired design looks like a fun, groovy shirt promoting North Little Rock (which it is!), but when you get closer, the snarky “stop being a snob about coming to” part adds a dose of funny realness.

The half sun design beneath "North Little Rock” is not only fun, it’s a throwback to the North Little Logo you’ve probably seen on top of the city buildings in Argenta. The old logo has half of what looks like a water wheel, probably a nod to the Old Mill, under the name North Little Rock. I grew up in North Little Rock and live here now and I remember the logo from years ago. This North Little Rock shirt is currently available in blue and groovy yellow.

The North Little Rock shirt design is also available as a weatherproof, sun-resistant vinyl decal. You can grab it with the groovy sun design or with the “Stop Being A Snob About Coming to North Little Rock” text on the sticker.

The North Little Rock shirt design is also available as a weatherproof, sun-resistant vinyl decal. You can grab it with the groovy sun design or with the “Stop Being A Snob About Coming to North Little Rock” text on the sticker.

These handmade bronze butterfly earrings are fit for a monarch… or a Diana fritillary butterfly, the state butterfly of Arkansas, which is more what these butterfly earrings resemble. Each butterfly charm is hand-cast and kiln-fired bronze, handmade in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The ear wires are 14K gold-filled, so they’re hypoallergenic , and each earring is topped with a hand-wrapped bead of yellow jade (a variety of quartz). The beautiful butterflies are imprinted with an Art Deco fan pattern to make them even more gorgeous and elegant. These handmade bronze butterfly earrings make the perfect gift for any butterfly lover. These butterfly earrings pair perfectly with my matching bronze butterfly necklace.

These handmade bronze butterfly earrings are fit for a monarch… or a Diana fritillary butterfly, the state butterfly of Arkansas, which is more what these butterfly earrings resemble.

Each butterfly charm is hand-cast and kiln-fired bronze, handmade in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The ear wires are 14K gold-filled, so they’re hypoallergenic , and each earring is topped with a hand-wrapped bead of yellow jade (a variety of quartz). The beautiful butterflies are imprinted with an Art Deco fan pattern to make them even more gorgeous and elegant. These handmade bronze butterfly earrings make the perfect gift for any butterfly lover. These butterfly earrings pair perfectly with my matching bronze butterfly necklace.

The Arkansas Necklace and Earrings: Jewelry Made in Arkansas

Stacey Bowers

This handmade Arkansas necklace is made right here in Arkansas by jewelry maker Bang-Up Betty. This is the “Diamond” variety, a not to Arkasnas’s “Diamond State” monicker, and the cubic zirconia can be moved around the state to better represent your…

This handmade Arkansas necklace is made right here in Arkansas by jewelry maker Bang-Up Betty. This is the “Diamond” variety, a not to Arkasnas’s “Diamond State” monicker, and the cubic zirconia can be moved around the state to better represent your favorite Arkansas town.

The Diamond State, the Natural State, or just home, sweet home… whatever you want to call the state of Arkansas, keep it close to your heart with this handmade Arkansas necklace made with either a woodgrain, water or diamond motif.

What makes this Arkansas necklace so super special? It’s made right here in Arkansas, in my North Little Rock studio. Each pendant is meticulously cast by hand in bronze, the sparkly cubic zirconia stones set by hand as well and cast directly into the metal.

The handmade bronze Arkansas charm measures approximately 3/4 inches from top to bottom. “Diamond” at the center of the Diamond State themed Arkansas charm is a cubic zirconia. Chain is 18-inches long, 14K gold-filled and ends in a spring clasp. Don’t call Little Rock home? I can move the cubic zirconia to another part of the state upon request! The listing in our web store lets you automatically select either a CZ in central Arkansas or northwest Arkansas, but if another Arkansas town is closer to your heart, let me know and I’ll make one especially for you. Just email stacey@bangupbetty.com!

If you like the handmade Arkansas necklace, you’ll love the matching handmade bronze Arkansas earrings! They’re extra special because they’re made right here in Arkansas!

If you like the handmade Arkansas necklace, you’ll love the matching handmade bronze Arkansas earrings! They’re extra special because they’re made right here in Arkansas!

If earrings are more your style, you’ll love the matching handmade Arkansas earrings. The earring wires are 14K gold-filled and measure approximately 1 1/4 inches from top to bottom. It’s double the Arkansas! As with the Arkansas necklace, I can move the stone around in these Arkansas earrings if you have another part of the state that you love. Just email stacey@bangupbetty.com!

Keeping with the Natural State theme, the handmade Arkansas state shape necklace can also be made with a luxurious woodgrain pattern.

Keeping with the Natural State theme, the handmade Arkansas state shape necklace can also be made with a luxurious woodgrain pattern.

Keeping with the Natural State theme, the handmade Arkansas state shape necklace can also be made with a luxurious woodgrain pattern.  This necklace reminds me of all the beautiful forests, mountains and other wild natural areas in our beautiful state.

Our handmade jewelry is always available online and ships nationwide. You can also find our handmade jewelry at our gift shop in Little Rock! Stifft Station Gifts, located at 3009 W. Markham Street, is the home of Bang-Up Betty jewelry, where custom jewelry is also made on demand and you can find tons of other Arkansas made gifts. An Arkansas native, I’m proud to keep my craft in my home state. I’ve been a jewelry designer since I was 16 years old and have been crafting Bang-Up Betty jewelry since 2013. Thank you for voting Bang-Up Betty “Best Artisan” for handmade jewelry seven years in a row in the Arkansas Times’s Best of Arkansas! I’m excited to make something you’ll treasure forever. If you have custom jewelry in mind, please email me at stacey@bangupbetty.com.