LobsterDesigns
Announcement
Welcome! Here you will find beautiful jewelry fashioned from raw materials from the sea. We are the ORIGINAL designers behind lobster shell jewelry and our work is carried in only the finest galleries and shops along the Maine coast. Each of the pieces featured here are made from actual lobster shell set in sterling silver, 14K gold or pewter- with all findings sourced from US manufacturers.
Whether you wake in the early morning to the sound of lobster boats heading out to haul, are relishing the memories of a clam bake on the rocky coast of Maine or simply want to take a piece of “summer” home, this jewelry showcases all those sentiments and more.
Take a look "behind the scenes" with Lobster Designs in this recent Maine Made news piece produced by WMTW Channel 8: http://www.wmtw.com/article/made-in-maine-lobster-designs/12782213.
Thank you for your interest in our work and enjoy your visit!
Announcement
Welcome! Here you will find beautiful jewelry fashioned from raw materials from the sea. We are the ORIGINAL designers behind lobster shell jewelry and our work is carried in only the finest galleries and shops along the Maine coast. Each of the pieces featured here are made from actual lobster shell set in sterling silver, 14K gold or pewter- with all findings sourced from US manufacturers.
Whether you wake in the early morning to the sound of lobster boats heading out to haul, are relishing the memories of a clam bake on the rocky coast of Maine or simply want to take a piece of “summer” home, this jewelry showcases all those sentiments and more.
Take a look "behind the scenes" with Lobster Designs in this recent Maine Made news piece produced by WMTW Channel 8: http://www.wmtw.com/article/made-in-maine-lobster-designs/12782213.
Thank you for your interest in our work and enjoy your visit!
Items
All Items
Reviews
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Pamela on Aug 13, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe quality beautiful The item was better than I expected Will definitely order from them again!
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carrie on Jun 17, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBought this as a gift for my niece and her reaction was "OMG I LOVE IT!"
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Soup on Feb 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAn amazing bookmark made from actual lobster; I love it! I love how pretty it is, and how unique each lobster is, everything from where it was caught to who caught it! It arrived a lot quicker than I expected, as well! The owner was also extremely polite, helpful, and very nice to talk to if I had any questions or concerns :) Overall an amazing buy for any lobster lover, and I totally recommend this shop!
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Donna on Feb 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsStunning- I have purchased Earrings from this artist in Maine. Excellent workmanship
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Lori on Feb 9, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely love this mussel/oyster shell snowflake, it's perfect! Such fast shipping. It looks wonderful on my nautical themed tree!
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Soup on Feb 9, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIncredible quality necklace, looks just like in the pictures and even a little better in person! It shipped quickly and arrived very soon, I very much recommend this shop :)
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Star on Jan 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLove these bookmarks! The minute I got the first one I got right back online and ordered another one! So unique!
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Star on Jan 18, 2022
5 out of 5 starsReally nicely made! I love that it came with a nice label stating where it is made and that it is made from a lobster trap! Truly a unique bookmark for my collection! It got here very quickly too!
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Jennifer on Dec 30, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWOW! What a wonderful idea!! These are beautiful! MAINE, enough said!!
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About LobsterDesigns
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Check out our website to learn about the lobstermen who supply the shell used in our designs. -
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We offer jewelry featuring solid AND crushed lobster shell as well as mussel and oyster shell. -
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Each piece is completely one-of-a-kind as each is made from a natural product. -
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We offer unisex products too!! Check out our cufflinks, money clips and keychains! -
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Special orders are welcome. If you want a piece that is not listed here, please email me and I will create a listing.
Jewelry Made from Real Maine Lobster Shell
Lobster Designs is all about lobsters. We design and create jewelry that features lobster shell framed in sterling or 14K gold plated settings. Each piece is accompanied by the name of the lobsterman and the boat upon which the lobster whose shell has been used to create that particular piece was caught. Information about “your” lobsterman, lobstering in Maine and fun lobster facts is available on our Facebook page at Lobster Designs. Each piece is unique in color and texture, making it truly a one-of-a-kind piece.
While knee-deep in bait, working as a stern-woman aboard her husband’s lobster boat, Tenley tried to envision a way to capture the “romance” of the fishing process. The result: recycling lobster shells to create a beautiful piece of jewelry that celebrates the tradition behind this demanding industry.
We are commemorating a Maine icon in the creation of each unique piece of jewelry. Whether you wake in the early morning to the sound of lobster boats heading out to haul, are relishing the memories of a clam bake on the rocky coast or simply want to take a piece of “summer” home, this jewelry showcases one of the many reasons we hold the Maine coast dear. Go beyond a knick-knack souvenir and find quality, a story and the celebration of Maine in our Lobster Designs.
Production partners
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A print shop
Charlotte, NC
My production partner helps print designs that I have created. All rights belong to Lobster Designs and all creative work prior to printing is conceptualized in Maine.
Shop policies
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A paprika colored jewelry box is included with all jewelry items, for perfect gift giving! The top of the box is signed by the artist and illustrated with a lobster. Each piece of lobster jewelry is accompanied by a card describing the item and crediting the fisherman and vessel on which the lobster was caught. Sample text below:
“This bracelet is made from the shell of Homarus americanus, the ‘Maine’ lobster. The shells, selected for distinctive coloring, are shaped/crushed and set in 14K gold-plate. Each piece is a unique work.
The lobster featured in this piece was caught in S. Bristol, Maine by J. Seiders aboard the Comin’ or Goin’.
Care: When not wearing the bracelet, please keep in a jewelry box, away from sunlight, as UV rays can cause damage and fading over time. Wipe clean or wash gently with soap and water. Do not use a jewelry cleaner.”
All designs, photos & content ©2010 Tenley Seiders.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
Please send your items back to me in the original packaging via a trackable courier (UPS/FedEx), as we are not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit in the return back to our shop. Sorry, shipping charges are not refundable.
Payment
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We thank you for your immediate payment upon checkout.
Please note: If we don't receive your payment within 24 hours of your order, we reserve the right to cancel your order and re-list the items for sale to other Etsians. For repeat non-paying buyers, please understand that we reserve the right to cancel your order immediately and to leave appropriate feedback.
SALES TAX:
Maine, USA: I must charge 5% sales tax on orders being shipped to Maine.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
The customer is responsible for any customs or duties taxes on the order.
PROMO CODES/DISCOUNTS:
No discounts are available at this time.
Shipping
❉ USA: $6.10. ($2.00)
❉ CANADA & MEXICO: $12.45. ($4.50)
❉ EVERYWHERE ELSE: $16.45. (May be up to $16.45)
We include Delivery Confirmation with all USA shipments at no additional cost.
If your order is of high dollar value and shipping to the USA, we may ship your order with Signature Confirmation. Again, this is provided at no additional cost but to ensure a secure delivery.
SHIPPING ADDRESS:
We will ship your order to the address you specify on the ETSY order, so it is necessary that your PayPal address matches the address where you want to receive your purchase.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
We ship international packages once per week, so please allow some extra time for your package to arrive. Some international shipments can be delayed due to Customs, so please allow extra time for this possibility (occasionally 3-4 weeks).
The customer is responsible for any customs or taxes due. Sorry, we cannot mark your purchase as a "gift" for the purposes of Customs.
Additional policies and FAQs
THANKS SO MUCH for your interest in our Lobster Designs!
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