Announcement    Pmdesigns is a metals studio focused on craftsmanship and originality. Each item is an original design using sterling silver, fine silver, copper, gemstones, pearls, and mixed metal elements. I am the sole artist and make everything with my own two hands. I cut, solder, roll, file, oxidize, polish, and market my own pieces. Each stone is one of a kind, making each piece one of a kind. Great emphasis is placed on creating well-balanced, rich pieces that feel good to wear and stand the test of time. Contact me if you have questions about a stone or a design.

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Take a moment to read my feedback submitted by hundreds of patrons. I know that you have many shops and sellers to purchase from but, as the saying goes, you get what you pay for.

The price of silver has jumped significantly over the last year. Unfortunately, this has increased the cost of silver supplies for artisans.

Because I like happy customers who don't lose their money or merchandise, I include insurance on ALL purchases shipped within the United States. The cost of insurance is the "handling fee" charged at checkout. All items are shipped USPS first class-tracked and insured. All items shipped outside of the United States will be shipped first class internationally without insurance or tracking. If you prefer another shipper, please notify me prior to purchase.

All items will arrive wrapped, with a tarnish-removing sponge.
I like to do my little part when it comes to preserving the environment so recycled materials may be used in shipping.
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I ask that you be an informed shopper. Before buying take a moment to read the item's description, noting bead, stone size, length of the piece, etc... You may wish to take out a ruler when choosing a piece to double-check the size of the elements. It is best to compare stone sizes and lengths with other pieces that you enjoy wearing. Contact me with questions.
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Many times I will contact you for specific measurements so your piece is sized correctly, so please keep an eye on your conversation icon.
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I have a 9-5 job, so most items will not be sized or shipped until the weekend. If you need your item quickly, please contact me prior to purchase.
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Please note that I am a metalsmith, not a professional jeweler. My pieces are creative and artistically made by hand. Each design is balanced and purposeful, possessing a unique setting. Most of my pieces are fully oxidized so will show signs of oxidation on the entire piece.
Sometimes I create a setting from recycled sterling so some of the pieces may show signs of a past life. Most pieces are denoted with "pdm" (my initials) and .925 on the backplate.
Many of the settings come with a small hole in the sterling silver backplate, which will never be seen when worn. Why is that hole there? It is insurance for the future. If you drop or damage your piece, many times I can repair it. But, I can not make most repairs with the gems set. A small hole allows me to quickly and safely remove the gems and get on with the repair. The hole also allows me to remove the gem without damaging the bezel. This hole is small and does not alter the integrity of the piece. If you would like a picture of the reverse side of a piece, contact me prior to purchase. If any of this disclaimer bothers you, please do not make a purchase without contacting me about your concern. I do my best to deliver a unique, quality product and do not wish anyone to be disappointed.
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Items not on sale can be reserved but payment must be made within 24 hours or the item will be removed from reserved status.
Items can be placed on layaway. Layaway items can only be divided into TWO payments and the item must be paid in full no more than three weeks after the first payment is made. Layaway deposits are nonrefundable. Only one item can be placed on layaway at a time. Items placed on reserve or layaway can not be exchanged for new items I list on my site.
Items are sold/reserved/layaway on a first come first serve basis. Therefore, if for instance, while you are attempting to contact me about reserving a piece or asking a question about a piece, someone else purchases your piece outright, the item will go to the person who pays or makes a payment for the item first.