Like what you see? Here's how
to order....
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Because I want
you to be happy with what you end up with, I'll communicate with you on details
before I even begin. I do this because--while I enjoy
beading and people who've seen my earrings have asked if I
plan to open an Etsy shop--I also have a full time job
plus a lot of personal projects. I won't take more
commissions than I can finish. So it's great if you email
me with a pretty clear idea of what you want. But it's
also okay if you email me with a design you like and some
basic color ideas. Or, if you've got a particular outfit
you really want to match and aren't sure what would look
best--take some pics with your phone and send them. We can
chat.
That's why I don't have "absolute" pricing. It's a bit of
a sliding scale, depending. These are not Wal-Mart
earrings. 😂 I do sometimes have
pre-made sets with a solid price. But mostly, we build
your earrings to suit YOU. Pricing under the styles is
approximate (to give you a general idea).
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Bead Types and Colors:
I offer 3 different bead sizes + bugle
beads. My bead colors change, but I have a wide array.
What we can't do is mix and match bead
sizes. So color selections all need to come from the same
size beads...except bugle beads, although they work
better with regular 11s or Delica. Size 10s are big beads
and don't lay as neatly. With a few pattern exceptions, I
generally don't recommend them.
Due to the very small size of the delica beads,
and their higher price, all choices with delica
add $3 for simpler patterns, $5 for more elaborate (those
with lots of beads). Delica beads lay better
in elaborate patterns, and are less likely to "curl" as
they hang, especially in wider earring designs. So they
may be costlier, but worth it. Some styles need end-beads
on the fridge. They may have to be specially purchased for
your color scheme, if you choose a pattern that includes
them and I don't have something already.
Want a color
I don't have?
I am willing to purchase beads in the color(s) you
want, but there will be a $2 surcharge. (Gas to drive to
the bead store.)
When picking colors, it's usually better not to chose
those too close in shade for some patterns, or they
"blur." Gradation patterns work well with that sort of
"sliding" color scheme, but for pyramid and weaving
patterns, where you want the design to POP, you don't want
teal, green, and blue together. We can discuss these
choices when you order. I'll do my best to steer you to
viable color schemes.
Once you decide what pattern you want, and (basically)
what colors, then I will take some pictures of what I have
and text these to you, for you to select more specifically
what you'd like. I may have some suggestions. Once you've
decided, I'll get started!
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Timing:
I have a full-time job and do this on the side for fun. It
may take me just a few days to make your earrings, or it
may take me a week+. I'll be upfront with you, when you
order. I sometimes have hard deadlines in my day-job
(midterms or finals to grade, etc.).
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Payment:
At present, this is largely word-of-mouth/shows, so I may
know you/have met you. But for both our sakes, it's better
to keep it professional. ALL work I do comes with a 98%
satisfaction guarantee. In short, I'm a perfectionist and
won't turn out crap. If I make a mistake or don't like
what I see, I'll pull out the stitching and start over. If
you don't think it's well-done when I finish, return it,
no questions asked and I'll refund what you paid. What I won't
do, however, is make changes in colors or design once I've
started. That's why I want to talk to you
beforehand. I can probably tell you if the colors you
chose won't look good together, or perhaps suggest an
alternative color arrangement. And you'll have pictures of
the actual beads being used. But once we've agreed on
colors and design, no returning it because you changed
your mind or the green doesn't exactly match your sweater.
The easiest way to pay is via Paypal or Venmo. I'll give
specifics once we've settled on your choices. If you're
local and prefer cash or to write a cheque, that's fine
too. I'll begin as soon as payment has cleared.
SHIPPING: I'll
happily ship anywhere (within reason). Shipping is
calculated based on where it's going. If you're local, no
shipping costs are needed. We can arrange for you to pick
it up at the university or somewhere else in Omaha.
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