Why don't you accept returns on lampshades?

Almost all of my lampshades are made to order with your specifications. It may be impossible to resell a custom shade that will never work for anyone else's lamp. Lampshades are very fragile, time consuming to box up, and require expensive large sturdy boxes and lots of packing materials. Even with all this, they are frequently damaged and although every shade is insured, shipping companies routinely dispute valid claims and refuse to pay out. I have been mailing shades for 20 years, and in my experience, they only go in ONE DIRECTION! The few times I have accepted returns, the majority of shades were damaged upon return because they were not packed correctly. So I am out both the merchandise and the cost of the shade and shipping.

Why don't you accept returns on other items?

Returns are a significant loss for small businesses. Returned items are often damaged, packing materials are wasted, as well as the time and materials incurred repackaging and restocking items. Returned items may miss the season or holiday they were intend for. Herbs, dried flowers or pet chews can't be resold for health reasons. Wood sticks that were cut upon your order, took hours of walking in the woods to locate, trim and carry out, and can't go back on the tree obviously. All items in my shop are accurately measured, photographed from various angles, shown next to a ruler or coin, or hand for scale. Please read descriptions and examine all photos. In any case where I should accept a return, this would be at the buyers expense.

Why is postage so expensive on lampshades and long items?

USPS rate increases and new surcharges on large and long boxes have hit sellers hard. Lampshades require cube boxes several inches bigger than the largest dimension of the shade, and lots of packing materials. Pricing is based on the box dimensions, not weight. So a shade with a 14" bottom requires a strong cube box at least 16", and I am in NH so being on the east coast makes midwestern or west coast zones most expensive. A large 18" to 20" box to CA can cost $100 to mail. Smaller shades with a bottom diameter under 12" are more reasonable to mail. Or if you are on the east coast it is less. If you buy more than one shade, they will be boxed together for savings and excess postage refunded. Other shipping companies can also be considered.

Why don't you mail outside of the US?

Sellers in the US must comply with all consumer protections, mailing restrictions, import requirements, fees, taxes, tariffs, and agricultural laws of every country they mail to. I do not have the time or the need to research, familiarize myself and comply with all these extra requirements. If something goes wrong with an order or delivery, it is a real bugger to work out and usually a loss to the seller. I have my hands full with awesome buyers right here in the US.

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Birch Wood Sticks: Craft Wand Carving Supply

Name: Birch Wood Sticks: Craft Wand Carving Supply
Brand: botanicallampshades
SKU: 285652667
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (7 reviews)

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Supplies for making crafts
Size: No
Materials: Wood type: Birch

Birch is so beautiful and interesting because the bark goes through several color transitions as the tree matures. Here is a selection of all the color phases. Choose from a variety of sizes in the drop down list. You will receive one stick that you choose from the numbered selections. Please view all photos to see your choices, and they are described in detail below. Birch sticks make attractive wands, runes, beads, buttons, charms, talismans, hangers for quilts and weavings, handles for brooms and other tools, fairy house decor, mobiles, sculpture and nature art. This birch was cut because of power line clearing.

Stick #1 is 13" long and 3/4" thick, curvy shape and 4 eyes.

Stick #2 is 14.5" long and 5/8" thick, straight and really interesting mottled peeling bark.

Stick #3 is a stang, 18" long, 5/8" thick, almost straight with a 3" fork and beautiful patterned bark.

Stick #4 is 12" long, 1/2" thick, some nice dark eyes and graceful shape.

Stick #5 is 15" long and 3/4" thick with five dark eyes and nicely defined handle.

Stick #6 is 13" long and 1" thick, slightly curved with 4 eyes.

Stick #7 is 14" long, 1" thick, 3 eyes, almost straight with lichens on the bark.

Stick #8 is 15" long, 7/8" thick, tiny curve with beautiful tight reddish bark.

Stick #9 is almost 16" long, just over an inch thick, slight bend at handle and 7 eyes.

Stick #10 is 15" long, 1/2" thick, straight with cool mottled light and dark peeling bark.

Stick #11 is 15.5" long and 5/8" thick, straight with speckled dark bark.

Stick #12 is almost 13" long, 1" thick, straight with insect trails on loose bark. Could have old insect holes in the wood.

Stick #13 is 10.5" long, 5/8" thick, two eyes and a small curve.

Birch twig bundles here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/397991595/36-long-birch-twig-bundle

Birch stick bundle here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/254157520/8-birch-sticks-wand-carving-wood-natural

Birch bark pieces here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/264417929/birch-bark-three-pound-box-assorted-size

Birch bark sheets here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/225171201/6-square-feet-birch-bark-pieces-craft

The birch tree has been called the Lady of the Woods for its graceful appearance. Because birch trees are often the first to grow in cleared areas, they have traditionally been associated with youth, new beginnings, and the start of new endeavors. Ancient cultures saw the birch tree as a symbol of rebirth, renewal and diligence. Some European communities use birch twigs or poles to drive out the negative energy of the old year, and to expel evil spirits.

Many other types of wood are available from the New Hampshire forest, please convo me if you have any special requests. Twigs, sticks, and branches also available in alder, apple, ash, balsam, birch, beech, cedar, elder, fir, hawthorn, hazelnut, hemlock, holly, juniper, maple, oak, pine, poplar, rowan, willow, and witch hazel. Please let me know what you need and I will try to find them.

Smoke free, cat free home.

Copyright (C) 2015 by Botanical Lampshades. All rights reserved. No part of this listing may be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without prior written permission.

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Returns & exchanges not accepted
Cost to ship: $5.00
Ships from: South Tamworth, NH

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4.5

(7 reviews)

5 This item

Etsy buyer Sep 16, 2023

Really beautiful piece of birch, thank you.🙏🏽♥️

Etsy buyer Sep 16, 2023

5 This item

Emory Mar 28, 2021

it was packaged with lots of care and i even got a couple of freebies! this will make a beautiful wand <3

Emory Mar 28, 2021

5 This item

Ember Dec 4, 2019

I struggled for a moment with the idea of buying a stick 😂 but i needed a specific piece and type of branch, and these trees are not abundant where i live. But upon viewing its clear this wood was thoughtfully curated, not just some stick picked off the ground willy nilly. It is a beautiful piece of birch, and i used it as a broom handle and love it so much! My order came thoughtfully packaged, and everything was clean and wonderful! Would definitely order from again and recommend!

Ember Dec 4, 2019

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Hale Feb 20, 2023

Birch is not for me. Best wishes.

Hale Feb 20, 2023

Response from Jennifer Allen

Customer satisfaction is important to me and the whole mission of my Etsy shop is to get people what they want. Hale never contacted me, nor did he reply to my messages about this order and review. If there is no communication, I have no opportunity to make things right.