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One of a Kind Jewelry
I don't make massive quantities of anything. It's just me here, making everything
by hand, and my kitties can't help, as they already have full daily schedules (play,
nap, play, nap, eat bug, nap....etc.) And to be honest, its boring making the same
thing over and over again. Small quantities I can deal with (like five.) Over that, I'll
probably get that glazed look in my eyes and start talking to myself. Everything
on these pages was designed by me, made by my hands. If it resembles some
other stuff you've seen, I promise it isn't intentional.
Prices
I used to put a price and a neat little order button next to everything here, but to
change any little thing was so time consuming that I decided I needed a better
way. I am not opposed to barter or trade for products or services. I believe in fair
exchange for things, for everyone. So here is a list of basic suggested prices:
Bracelets: $16.99
Pendant Necklaces: $12.99
Necklaces: $24.99
Goddess Collection Necklaces: $34.99
Hemp Bracelet: $4.99
Hemp Necklace: $6.99
Pathway Beads: $16.99
Jean Therapy Purse/Tote: $19.99
Candles and other items: To Be Determined
Prices are based upon the price of materials, time spent, and effort required. I
most often buy my natural gemstone beads in person from specialty shops or
bead/gemstone shows, because I like to see and feel them. I do not buy mass
quantities of anything, nor do I buy anything that is knowingly treated, dyed or
otherwise corrupted.
Payment
NOTE: THE PAYMENT PAGE IS OUT OF ORDER while I revamp the website. If
there is something you would like, just EMAIL ME your request and we'll work it
out. Please skip to the Jewelry Care section.
So, how do you order? I'm so glad you asked.
When you have decided what you'd like, GO TO THIS PAGE. This is a general
order page, listing all the different types of things on the site. Just click the order
button, how many, and describe the item by name. Please include your email, so
if you ordered "that bracelet with the thingy" I can email you and ask which thingy
you're talking about.
With all the security PayPal has, you should never, ever worry about it being
unsafe. I practically had to give them a blood sample. (Actually, I think I did.) It
took me awhile to get it going, but it's definitely worth it. I'm safe, you're safe,
we're all safe. It accepts Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and even Euros, Yen, Pounds
and all that other fun and colorful international money. Getting a PayPal account
won't be as detailed for you as it was for me, being a "businessperson." (Bleh, I
hate that label. Makes me feel like I should wear a suit with a floppy bow and get
up before noon.)
Jewelry Care
Most of the items here don't fare so well with alot of exposure to water. Many of
the components are metal, and if you wear them in the shower they will tarnish
and lose their luster. As much as possible, I use sterling silver, copper, and 14k
gold.
Crystals and glass are okay with water, but not very good with being slammed
around. For instance, hematite shatters quite easily, I know from experience,
even with its hearty, metallic, tough guy look.
Hemp doesn't do well in the shower either, especially colored hemp. It gets ratty
looking. If you're following Phish or Dave Matthews Band (like back in the day
with the Grateful Dead) and plan on not showering for awhile, then you're good to
go. Otherwise, you might want to take it off beforehand.
Hemp DOES tend to get a softer look with wear. It is the nature of hemp to do
that. Many people like the look of it after its been worn in, like a good pair of
jeans. (Have you seen the jeans they sell now, complete with rips, stains and
holes? At the "brand new" price? Nothing like buying jeans with more of a life than
the customer who buys them. )
Shipping and Handling Charges
I know there are people out there (and you know who you are) that brag about
their low low prices, then jack up shipping and handling costs (I've seen it ALOT
of that on eBay.) I'm sorry, but it doesn't cost $15.00 to ship a bracelet. So I'd
like to buck that trend (gives an icy glare to those S&H price padders) and charge
you what it costs me. Jewelry is pretty light, so it will go First Class Mail, which
shouldn't be over $2.00. A padded envelope and bubble wrap or box is about
$1.00. So, if my math is correct, that comes to $3.00. If your order is larger, over
$50.00, it is going to be heavier. So it's $4.00. Shipping is never more than $6.00
total (and that would probably only be for someone ordering something like a
Chain Maille Vest.) Ever. Unless postage goes up astronomically, in which case I
suggest we stage a sit-in. But until then, $3.00 is it.
Your order will be shipped within one week of receiving the order (as long as I
don't have to order special supply items. If I do, you will be notified.) If you need
it extra fast, or want it to be shipped overnight, email me
Disclaimer
"I am not a so-called medical professional and any claims of healing crystals are
not endorsed by any medical association and I do not claim these products cure,
prevent or treat any illness or disease...." blah blah blah blah.
You know the drill. There are no guarantees in life, even from your doctor. So
please don't sue me because you put on your rose quartz and then your dog got
you irritated, when you want to be serene. Crystals and colors are helpers, not
instant cure-alls. But I do guarantee that wearing crystals won't be like those
drugs you see advertised on television: there won't be any dry heaves, increased
thoughts of suicide, seizures, or spontaneous combustion.
All information contained in these pages comes from years of research, books I
own or have read, articles I've read, geologists, rockhounds, healers, massage
therapists, ministers, priestesses, and personal experience. I test every theory
presented to me, while keeping an open mind. It's the only way to learn your own
personal truth.
Et cetera
If I can think of anything else, or some previously unanswered question comes
up, I'll post it here. In the meantime, email me if you have questions, or just want
to say hi. I check it every day, and even more than that if my Virgo moon gets
antsy.
Email me here!
In the meantime, thanks for plowing through all these words, and for visiting the
website, I really appreciate it.
~Athena~
I don't make massive quantities of anything. It's just me here, making everything
by hand, and my kitties can't help, as they already have full daily schedules (play,
nap, play, nap, eat bug, nap....etc.) And to be honest, its boring making the same
thing over and over again. Small quantities I can deal with (like five.) Over that, I'll
probably get that glazed look in my eyes and start talking to myself. Everything
on these pages was designed by me, made by my hands. If it resembles some
other stuff you've seen, I promise it isn't intentional.
Prices
I used to put a price and a neat little order button next to everything here, but to
change any little thing was so time consuming that I decided I needed a better
way. I am not opposed to barter or trade for products or services. I believe in fair
exchange for things, for everyone. So here is a list of basic suggested prices:
Bracelets: $16.99
Pendant Necklaces: $12.99
Necklaces: $24.99
Goddess Collection Necklaces: $34.99
Hemp Bracelet: $4.99
Hemp Necklace: $6.99
Pathway Beads: $16.99
Jean Therapy Purse/Tote: $19.99
Candles and other items: To Be Determined
Prices are based upon the price of materials, time spent, and effort required. I
most often buy my natural gemstone beads in person from specialty shops or
bead/gemstone shows, because I like to see and feel them. I do not buy mass
quantities of anything, nor do I buy anything that is knowingly treated, dyed or
otherwise corrupted.
Payment
NOTE: THE PAYMENT PAGE IS OUT OF ORDER while I revamp the website. If
there is something you would like, just EMAIL ME your request and we'll work it
out. Please skip to the Jewelry Care section.
So, how do you order? I'm so glad you asked.
When you have decided what you'd like, GO TO THIS PAGE. This is a general
order page, listing all the different types of things on the site. Just click the order
button, how many, and describe the item by name. Please include your email, so
if you ordered "that bracelet with the thingy" I can email you and ask which thingy
you're talking about.
With all the security PayPal has, you should never, ever worry about it being
unsafe. I practically had to give them a blood sample. (Actually, I think I did.) It
took me awhile to get it going, but it's definitely worth it. I'm safe, you're safe,
we're all safe. It accepts Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and even Euros, Yen, Pounds
and all that other fun and colorful international money. Getting a PayPal account
won't be as detailed for you as it was for me, being a "businessperson." (Bleh, I
hate that label. Makes me feel like I should wear a suit with a floppy bow and get
up before noon.)
Jewelry Care
Most of the items here don't fare so well with alot of exposure to water. Many of
the components are metal, and if you wear them in the shower they will tarnish
and lose their luster. As much as possible, I use sterling silver, copper, and 14k
gold.
Crystals and glass are okay with water, but not very good with being slammed
around. For instance, hematite shatters quite easily, I know from experience,
even with its hearty, metallic, tough guy look.
Hemp doesn't do well in the shower either, especially colored hemp. It gets ratty
looking. If you're following Phish or Dave Matthews Band (like back in the day
with the Grateful Dead) and plan on not showering for awhile, then you're good to
go. Otherwise, you might want to take it off beforehand.
Hemp DOES tend to get a softer look with wear. It is the nature of hemp to do
that. Many people like the look of it after its been worn in, like a good pair of
jeans. (Have you seen the jeans they sell now, complete with rips, stains and
holes? At the "brand new" price? Nothing like buying jeans with more of a life than
the customer who buys them. )
Shipping and Handling Charges
I know there are people out there (and you know who you are) that brag about
their low low prices, then jack up shipping and handling costs (I've seen it ALOT
of that on eBay.) I'm sorry, but it doesn't cost $15.00 to ship a bracelet. So I'd
like to buck that trend (gives an icy glare to those S&H price padders) and charge
you what it costs me. Jewelry is pretty light, so it will go First Class Mail, which
shouldn't be over $2.00. A padded envelope and bubble wrap or box is about
$1.00. So, if my math is correct, that comes to $3.00. If your order is larger, over
$50.00, it is going to be heavier. So it's $4.00. Shipping is never more than $6.00
total (and that would probably only be for someone ordering something like a
Chain Maille Vest.) Ever. Unless postage goes up astronomically, in which case I
suggest we stage a sit-in. But until then, $3.00 is it.
Your order will be shipped within one week of receiving the order (as long as I
don't have to order special supply items. If I do, you will be notified.) If you need
it extra fast, or want it to be shipped overnight, email me
Disclaimer
"I am not a so-called medical professional and any claims of healing crystals are
not endorsed by any medical association and I do not claim these products cure,
prevent or treat any illness or disease...." blah blah blah blah.
You know the drill. There are no guarantees in life, even from your doctor. So
please don't sue me because you put on your rose quartz and then your dog got
you irritated, when you want to be serene. Crystals and colors are helpers, not
instant cure-alls. But I do guarantee that wearing crystals won't be like those
drugs you see advertised on television: there won't be any dry heaves, increased
thoughts of suicide, seizures, or spontaneous combustion.
All information contained in these pages comes from years of research, books I
own or have read, articles I've read, geologists, rockhounds, healers, massage
therapists, ministers, priestesses, and personal experience. I test every theory
presented to me, while keeping an open mind. It's the only way to learn your own
personal truth.
Et cetera
If I can think of anything else, or some previously unanswered question comes
up, I'll post it here. In the meantime, email me if you have questions, or just want
to say hi. I check it every day, and even more than that if my Virgo moon gets
antsy.
Email me here!
In the meantime, thanks for plowing through all these words, and for visiting the
website, I really appreciate it.
~Athena~
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