PurdyRareObjectsUS

I can do some custom work, but it depends on my abilities, available resources, and time. Please feel free to inquire about custom work and I can tell you:
A. Whether I can make the item or not
B. What you or I need to do to obtain any materials not on hand
C. How long to expect your item to be under construction

I offer the ability to combine ship for many of the products that I sell. The more similar in size and fragility of the items, the more likely that I can combine them for you at a free or discounted rate.

You can find out about the availability and details of cost minimizing combined shipping options on the product description of the items' listings.

For items with free shipping, combination shipping is free. For free S&H items with a shipping upgrade, the combo shipping rate is typically +$0 per additional item.

For handmade goods, choosing a flat rate box could help you save on big purchases.

Yes, on several items I offer combination shipping. Whether or not an item qualifies for combo shipping is listed in the item description.

Please see the FAQ about saving money with combination shipping for more details.

If you decide to combine ship to save on S&H using 2 Day USPS flat rate boxes and there are multiple different package size options to choose from, please chose the smallest flat rate box, cardboard envelope, or padded envelope that will be able to contain all of the items in your order.

Use the USPS Flat Rate Box Guide or Shipping Calculator to see the sizes of the different shipping boxes and envelopes:

https://www.usps.com/ship/priority-mail.htm?gclid=CjwKCAiAt8TUBRAKEiwAOI9pAF0mGXTTFzowjCXOSl9xQD8ynDqwNEjA4efSPkrswCl3gB9Vce_31hoC7sQQAvD_BwE

Choose a padded envelope or box if you'd rather have more security when shipping items that could also be shipped in the cardboard envelope.

Orders that weigh over 20 pounds are disqualified

Because I am a business I have access to wholesale rates and partnerships that help me lower prices and save on shipping. Not only do I have good prices, I have found great suppliers.

Many people who buy craft supplies, especially jewelry, are conditioned to being used to paying exceptionally high prices thanks to companies like Hobby Lobby and overrated Etsy sellers that mark up items by such a high percentage it's sickening.

Hobby Lobby and some other Etsy sellers sell some of the same exact items from the same exact source as I do, but will charge you WAY more (though there are other businesses besides me that aren't ripping you off on these items). Hobby Lobby has such a high buying volume that they get these item (continued)

... Hobby Lobby has such a high buying volume that they get these items far cheaper than I can, and still mark them up higher. Same thing for Michael's.

I have been doing business with my suppliers for a long time and trust their quality. I too was skeptical about the prices, but the more I bought the more I stuck to these B2B suppliers and avoided big retailers like Hobby Lobby and Fire Mountain Gems.

Free shipping is economy and does take a bit to get there. Often 15 to 35 days (depends on your country). You can also get the item faster by upgrading shipping in the cart. Prices are reasonable and you can combine ship free (+$0 per add. item) on many things.

By shopping with me, you are helping a tiny business in America and I appreciate that a lot :) . However, yes, many of the craft supplies I sell come from China, sometimes South Korea, the USA, or elsewhere. My handmade items are assembled here in Texas, though. Please note the vast, AND I MEAN VAST, majority of craft supplies here on Etsy and Hobby Lobby are from China, they're just marked up higher.

My suppliers are all certified as being lead safe and continued 3rd party tests are run to update certification. Most of the metal I get from them is hypoallergenic and nickel free.

Usually when I have to cancel and refund a buyer due to their mistake, I will cancel and refund them.

However, due to the frequency at which this happens (PLEASE READ GUYS, READING IS FUNDAMENTAL!) I am no longer giving a full refund because Etsy charges me a processing fee every time I have to refund you, and it's really not fair for me to pay for your mistakes. You will most likely get a partial refund.

To avoid this read the description well, know what you're buying, and how fast to expect it. I often put how many days shipping services and processing time takes.

If you still want the item but need a shipping upgrade, I can send you a paypal invoice so that you can pay for the expedited rate.