Apparently we're very into earrings at ACC. Next up in our holiday gift series, we're sharing our favorite handmade jewelry pieces.

Gabrielle Gould’s jewelry evokes the natural feel of coastal Florida, where she lives. Known for applying meticulous feather ornamentation to the silver and gold armatures she creates her inspiration comes from indigenous people. Like all her pieces of jewelry, this lovely pair of earrings allows movement with the body, and a sense of elegant simplicity. ~Pam Diamond

Insects can be beautiful. Bay Area artist Luana Coonen creates necklaces and earrings encasing luna moth wings that will make you consider taking an entomology class or two. Shop her pieces for friends or family members that love conversation-starting statement jewelry. ~Bailey Aaland

Fun stacks of handmade ceramic beads make up these lovely dangles by Sacramento-based Whittney Kebschull of the sister-duo Witt & Lore. Finished off with a bit of sassy tassel, these Stacked Convoy earrings will add a casual pop to any ensemble. ~Rachel Messerich

Sometimes simplicity is the key to elegance. This is the case with these tiny dish post earrings from Austin, Texas, jeweler Lisa Crowder. In whichever finish – matte sterling, oxidized sterling, or 14-karat gold vermeil – the clean curves suit any outfit or occasion. ~Robert O’Connell

More than a ring, Secret Wood’s jewelry is a world to wear on your finger. The Vancouver, British Columbia, start-up encapsulates an array of materials in resin – from flakes of gold to real flower blossoms – to create fantastical landscapes that are easy to get lost in. Each piece is made to order, so plan ahead when gifting one of their creations. ~Megan Guerber

What is your jewelry persona? With pieces by New York City artist Natasha Wozniak you can channel the energy and power of the Valkyries, live the romance of the poet, or take command of a room like a leading lady. Natasha can also work with you to create a custom design for those occasions when only a one-of-a-kind signature piece will do. ~Beth Goodrich

Holiday parties call for a little glam, and the Clearly Crystal Necklace by Melissa Schmidt fills the bill without going over the top. The St. Louis glass artist assembles clear bubbles with a mercury glass accent to add a little fizz to your party look. ~Judy Arginteanu

These Eclipse earrings by Minneapolis-based Silvercocoon are perfect as an everyday staple or to polish off a special outfit. They're hand-cut and bent and available in four different sizes and finishes. If you're like me, you'll want one of each. ~Elizabeth Ryan

Liz Cowee wants people to wear nature on their sleeves. Captivated by the outdoors, the Maryland artist makes bracelets and other jewelry inspired by landscape photography. She pours resin into molds and mixes in pigments to recreate gorgeous scenes from around the world. A new bracelet collection looks even farther out – at the wild variegation on the surface of the planets in our solar system. ~Monica Moses