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purplecatjewels

Handcrafted Lampwork Glass Ladybug Beads and Stuff

purplecatjewels' Shop Announcement

April 2012: It's time for spring cleaning! You never know what will show up in my shop. I'm finding so many fun and random beads and findings that I forgot I had! Remember to favorite my shop and check back often!

January 2012: A new year, a new look! I'm putting in beads, charms, clasps, and multiple sizes of Ladybug beads. Browsing is encouraged!

December 2011: Happy Holidays from Purple Cat Jewels! I know it isn't exactly ladybug season, but the bugs are always here to remind you that winter is temporary and that spring and summer will soon be here. I hope it hurries!

July 15, 2011: NEW…my “Quirky” bead section—with prices that are over 15% off! Not every Ladybug or other bead I make is perfect *shock*! Sometimes the eyes aren't even, sometimes I mess up the spots—sometimes they are naked because I forget to put on the spots altogether! Although they have little “quirks” they are no less loveable and are still as durable and useable as if they were “perfect”. Sometimes the “quirks” are barely noticeable. Other times they might show but can be worked around with some well-placed beads or wire.

Want more than the amount listed? Convo me with the quantity you wish and I'll see what I can do for you.

I will accept barter/trade *especially for seed beads, 8º, 11º, 15º* if you have something I can use or need >^..^< Convo me if you are interested.

purplecatjewels' Shop Policies

Welcome

Hello, and welcome! I'm just another average American trying to make two ends meet!

My personal goal is to offer the best-quality materials available for your jewelry making/crafting pleasure, in small quantities, at a small price. These are the same materials I use in my own handcrafted work!

Some beads/components are commercial (and will be categorized as such) and some I have made myself--basically, if I classify it as "handmade", it's handmade by ME! I love handmade, I love supporting the cause for handmade, and I will mutually support other handcrafting artisans as much as I can.

Payment

At this time PayPal is my preferred method of payment. It is also the primary service I use for printing shipping labels within the United States. It is of utmost importance that the shipping address you specify in PayPal is correct and complete because that will be the address your items are shipped to.

Shipping

Your packages will be shipped with MY name (Rachelle Keller) on the return address so that your pretties will be as inconspicuous as possible.

Shipping charges will be listed at or below my best-available-rate. I abhor excessive shipping charges! If you would like to purchase insurance please let me know.
I never ship for under $2.45. I have calculated the cost of time to pull the order, print the invoice, buy the bubble mailer, buy the baggie, pay for the business card, time and gas to the post office, electricity to run the business, computer fees, etc. and divided that against all outgoing packages, etc...
That is the minimum it costs for a very small light
item.

Refunds and Exchanges

If for any reason you are not satisfied with any item you may return it for an exchange. Please obtain an authorization by emailing me within 7 days of receipt of your item. Buyer pays return shipping/insurance costs. I do guarantee my own handmadelampwork beads against breakage - should any bead break, please email me and let me know.

Additional Policies and FAQs

I am a certified member of the SRA (Self Representing Artist) community. A Self Representing Artist has spent a great deal of time perfecting their work. They love their work and want their clients to love it to. The love of the art is what keeps the Self Representing Artist creating. Most Self Representing Artists have quality guarantees. If you have a problem with an item purchased, most artists will work with you to make it right. A Self Representing Artist's reputation for creating and selling quality items is very important to them.
Read more about SRA here: http://www.self-representing-artist.com/about.htm

Last Updated April 21, 2011