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About My Jewelry
All my jewelry is made by hand, by me. I begin with simple straight wire, and twist and shape it
using my hands, pliers, and occasionally a small jeweler's hammer. The small rings used in my chains are cut from spirals of wire wound by hand around a metal rod.
No glue or solder is used in any of my pieces -- everything is done with wire.
I use only quality materials in my jewelry: sterling
silver and 14K gold-filled wire, beads and findings,
along with beads made from semi-precious stones or
high-quality glass.
Bead Samples
* Additional charge may apply for some beads.
Bead Options
Small (4 mm), Medium (6 mm), and Large (8 mm)
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Definitions of Terms
STERLING SILVER: 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper to make it stronger and more suitable for jewelry.
14K GOLD-FILLED: a layer of 14K gold equivalent to 5% of the weight of the piece is bonded to a core of high-quality brass using heat and pressure. This layer of gold is considerably thicker than in gold-plated or rolled gold jewelry, and will not wear off.
SEMI-PRECIOUS STONES: a wide variety of natural stones are used in my jewelry, including familiar ones like amethyst and quartz, as well as lesser-known stones such as sardonyx and aventurine. Samples of some of my stone beads are shown above.
CULTURED FRESH-WATER PEARLS: these are natural pearls harvested from fresh-water mollusks that have been seeded with small bits of shell or glass. For more information about pearls visit
www.amnh.org/exhibitions/pearls.
GLASS PEARLS or FAUX PEARLS: these are simulated pearls, made from glass beads covered with a pearlescent coating. They are durable, quality beads, and are more consistent in shape and color than cultured freshwater pearls. For more information about pearls visit
www.amnh.org/exhibitions/pearls.
HEMATITE: virtually all beads labeled "hematite" today are man-made rather than natural. They are chemically identical to natural hematite, but are manufactured, ensuring a ready supply of good-quality beads at reasonable prices.
VERMEIL: Solid 14K gold 100 millionths of an inch thick layered over sterling silver.
BALI vs. BALI-STYLE: To be called "Bali" silver, the item must have been actually made in Bali, which is part of Indonesia; most Bali silver is handmade. "Bali-style" components are similar in appearance to Bali components, but are made elsewhere, often by machine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Do you take credit cards?
- Yes, through PayPal, one of the leading Internet
purchase and payment processing centers.
 
- Are Internet credit card purchases secure?
- They are when you use a secure system like PayPal's.
Visit their Web site at www.paypal.com for additional information.
- What if I don't trust ordering over the Internet?
- Just call me at 410-674-9494, and I'll take your order over the phone.
- Do I have to pay sales tax?
- Only Maryland residents must pay 5% sales tax, which is automatically added to your order.
- How much does shipping cost?
- Shipping costs $5.50 for orders under $100, $7.50 for orders between $100 and $200,
and shipping is FREE for orders over $200. Shipping cost is automatically added to your order.
- How are orders shipped?
- All orders are shipped via the U.S. Postal Service Priority Mail. I always request a delivery confirmation, which allows us to track the package,
but no signature is required from anyone at the shipping address.
- How long will my order take?
- Please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery. Your order will be shipped within a week, and Priority Mail
delivery takes 3 days or so (sometimes a little longer).
- How do you handle returns?
- If you are dissatisfied with an item, you can return it within 14 days for a full refund (minus shipping costs), as long as it is in original condition. My jewelry comes with a 1 year guarantee, so if there is a
defect in materials or workmanship, you can return the item for free repair or replacement. (This guarantee does not apply to jewelry that has been abused or mistreated.) After that time, I will be happy to make repairs for a nominal charge.
Please call or e-mail me before returning any items.
- Can I have jewelry custom made?
- Certainly! I love designing and making jewelry for special occasions and special gifts.
If you want to customize one of my designs, or have an idea for your own unique design,
call or send e-mail, and I'll be happy to make a special piece just for you!
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