SharonStaffordMetals

Vessels, jewelry, and other fine craft - in metal.

Arlington, Massachusetts 41 Sales On Etsy since 2013

5 out of 5 stars (16)

SharonStaffordMetals

Vessels, jewelry, and other fine craft - in metal.

Arlington, Massachusetts | 41 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (16)

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Announcement    Shipping within the US is $8 for purchases under $150 (USPS Priority Mail.) Free Shipping within the US for purchases of $150 or more. (Will refund shipping charges on multiple item purchases of $150 or more.)

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Last updated on Dec 26, 2018

Shipping within the US is $8 for purchases under $150 (USPS Priority Mail.) Free Shipping within the US for purchases of $150 or more. (Will refund shipping charges on multiple item purchases of $150 or more.)

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About SharonStaffordMetals

Sales 41
On Etsy since 2013

I am continually amazed to be working as a metals artist!

When I decided on other pursuits in college rather than metals, I thought “I’ll get back to metals someday”. How many times do we say those things knowing how unlikely they are? And yet, here I am – a metals artist.

My re-entry into metals, about 10 years ago, was through a class called “Woven Metal Techniques”. Suddenly, two of my favorite things - metals and crochet were merged. I continued to take metals classes and also sought out basketry classes to learn more about fiber techniques. Using basketry and fiber techniques in metal brings a wonderful sense of discovery – the nature of metal seems to change when woven and the nature of a traditional fiber technique can have a very different appearance when done with metal. I frequently incorporate these techniques into my work as well as more traditional metalworking.

Even with life full of digital images, I still find myself drawn to interesting objects that I can pick up, hold, and investigate. Objects with intriguing form, volume, and textures, as well as unexpected details – this is what I love to explore and bring to my artwork.

Ultimately it’s working with my hands, designing, immersing myself in the creative process, and learning to go where the artwork leads that is fulfilling. I am happy and grateful to be here doing this and sharing it with you.

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Shop policies

Last updated on November 5, 2018
Hello and welcome to my shop! I hope you enjoy your visit.

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Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Contact me within: 3 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 21 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
Returns and exchange details
If you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me via Etsy within 3 days of receiving your package - my intent is for you to be happy. I will only accept returns of items in new and unused condition from buyers who have contacted me within 3 days of receipt. (Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer.)

Please note: Crocheted wire pieces are a bit fragile and need to handled with more care than most jewelry. Please be sure to read the care and storage guidelines provided in each item's description and included with your package. Unfortunately, I cannot accept returns for damage to crochet pieces due to improper care and storage.
Payment
I accept credit card payments though Etsy. Payment is expected at time of purchase.
Shipping
I ship all in-stock items within 3-5 days of receiving payment, unless there is an exception noted.

I ship made to order items within 2-3 weeks of receiving payment, unless there is an exception noted.

Shipping & handling for orders of less than $150 is $8.00. Shipping for orders of $150 or more is free. If multiple items are purchased that total $150 or more I will refund the $8.00 shipping fee Etsy will charge you.

Items typically ship via USPS Priority Mail. Additional insurance in the appropriate amount will be included for all Items valued over $400. (This cost is included in the free shipping rate.)

All items ship from Arlington, MA or thereabouts. Please allow a reasonable amount of time to receive your order, as shipping time varies by location.