FishOnTheWall's Profile

Bio

**A Little About Fish on the Wall**
I have been beading jewelry for over 20 years, but the Fish on the Wall brand was born in 1991, during a creative writing assignment. The novella revolves around Jimmy Buffett songs, a bathroom remodel and best friends.
My work can be found at *Wood's Oceanic Arts,* located near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, in Buxton NC.

Each numbered Fish On The Wall piece is hand strung by me and each one is different. Every item is photographed, numbered and cataloged in order to insure that no duplicates are made. And, in the unfortunate event that your piece gets damaged I can recreate it as closely as possible. (Of course, if you lose the stones, there will be some differences, and I might not be able to find a look-a-like!)
There might be similarities among my work, as sometimes something just strikes me as good. And, of course, I have multiple beads of a certain stone, shape and/or color!

But, unless specifically ordered as a matched set (for Bridesmaids as an example) I will never sell exact duplicates of OOAK numbered items. (Earrings will not be OOAK)

** International Shipping **
I currently only list shipping within the United States. International shipping request can be made through Etsy convos.

** Shipping Information **
I usually ship within three days of cleared payment. One-of-a-Kind items will be shipped with delivery confirmation, USPS First Class.
I will carefully wrap your purchase and I try to utilize recycled packaging if possible. If you prefer new packaging, please let me know. Shipping charges include enough to cover postage, delivery confirmation & a little to off-set fees and packaging cost.

** Feedback **
I will leave feedback once I receive feedback. This is the easiest way for me to keep up with buyers who wish to keep their purchases 'secret.'

** Product Customization & Alterations **
Clasp styles are a personal preference. I have different styles in stock, and I will be happy to change them to the kind you like. Changing the clasp can alter the length by a small amount. If you need me to add a few links to extend the length, please let me know. It's no extra charge, and sometimes 1/2 an inch makes it hang just right!

I have had a few request for gold colored, or gold-filled earwires & clasp. However, I haven't been satisfied with my past several shipments of findings, and even after changing suppliers, the gold just isn't right. So, I am limiting my findings to the silver-plate, sterling, and a few pewter clasp that I have found to be of excellent quality.

As many of you have requested my swirly earrings in silver, I've taken the plunge and will soon be offering this style in sterling- Hand-formed by Me! Keep an eye out!


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Private Trunk Shows, Consignment & Wholesale orders are welcomed.
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** Swarovski Crystal Information **
On my site, I offer some beaded designs that are made with leaded crystals by Swarovski.
For more than a hundred years, Swarovski has been the world's leading brand for cut crystal. Swarovski crystal is the culmination of merging natural materials, cut to provide ultimate brilliance. If you want to learn more about Swarovski crystal, please visit their Web site.

Swarovski crystals, like most other crystals, contain lead oxide. Lead creates the refraction of the crystal with the maximum refraction at 30-32% lead content. Lead also adds to the weight of the crystal giving it a more substantial feel. Austrian Swarovski crystal contains approximately 32% lead. Full lead crystal must contain above 30% lead oxide content in order to be consider full lead crystal.
Please note, Lead levels in these products comply with FDA standards.

Favorite Materials

Pearls, Sterling, Beads, Jasper