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Quality, handmade feminine designs that are stylish, personalized, customized & affordable. Be inspired with the endless customization options to choose from in our "ADD ON" gallery. Just use your imagination, add your very own personal touch, and make it exclusively yours. Have some fun and create a beautiful custom design for a unique, meaningful keepsake gift that will be exactly what you want for anyone, for any occasion.
~ Everything is handcrafted by me, in my little animal filled studio with crazy perfection and lots of TLC. I am passionate about designing quality jewelry that you will enjoy for years to come. I want you to absolutely love your new jewelry. If you are not 100% happy or have any issues at all, please contact me right away so I can help.
I work with Solid Sterling Silver, 14K Gold Fill and Rose Gold Fill findings and components which do not contain nickel or lead and are best suited for sensitive skin. These metals are durable and long lasting. They won't flake, chip or wear off like the cheaper plated metals.
I painstakingly hand stamp everything myself. If you are looking for complete perfection please find a shop that machine engraves. While the stamping may not be absolutely, positively perfect, it will be one of a kind made especially for you and ever so personal.
Feel free to contact me anytime via ETSY convos. While I try to reply quickly, please allow up to 24 hours for responses during the business week. Weekends and holidays could take a bit longer.
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♡ BUY WITH CONFIDENCE ♡
• Excellent customer service
• Exceptional value
• Consistent 5 star feedback
• Highest quality materials and meticulous attention to detail
• Ethically sourced 85% recycled raw materials
Thank you for visiting and for supporting handmade!
HAPPY HUNTING!
♡ Carol
Carol Vennell
Owner/Designer
Curator
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Check out my SATELLITE SHOP for more personalized and custom designs here:
CharmingMetals
http://www.etsy.com/shop/CharmingMetals?ref=si_shop
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All designs, text & images are copyright protected by CVennell LLC © 2010.
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101 CARE & CLEANING OF YOUR NEW JEWELRY
••• GOLD FILL
Gold fill is a higher quality, more durable alternative to gold plated. It has a thick layer of 14K gold (many times thicker than gold plated) bonded to a base metal core, for long lasting wearability. The gold will not flake or peel off, and it is and nickel-free.
Gold-filled jewelry is composed of a layer of solid gold bonded with heat and pressure to a base metal such as brass and very durable. Gold-filled items are more than 100 times thicker than regular gold plating and the gold is a much higher quality. Gold-filled jewelry is beautiful and affordable alternative to solid gold and safe on sensitive skin.
To prolong the life of your jewelry, do not wear your gold filled or gold vermeil jewelry in the while swimming in chlorine or exercising. Do no not use jewelry cleaning substances on your gold filled or gold vermeil jewelry, as the gold layer may eventually wear away. Minimize your jewelry's contact to chemicals; lotion, hairspray, bleach, perfume, etc to best maintain its shine. To clean, mix mild soap, a drop of ammonia, and warm water. Gently swish the jewelry to clean, and then dry with a soft cloth (non-abrasive), and let it dry thoroughly.
••• VERMEIL
(Pronounced: Vermay) is sterling silver that has been gold-plated. Most of our vermeil is plated with 22K-24K gold. This is a good combination for those with allergy to normal, plated jewelry items. The difference between vermeil, and gold-filled, is in the thickness of the gold and the base metal used. In vermeil, the base is sterling silver.
••• STERLING SILVER
I use .925 Sterling Silver, which requires polishing from time to time from oxidation. Sterling Silver is a mixture of pure silver and some other metal, usually copper. The resulting alloy gives the silver strength. The standard is at least 92.5% silver. Hence the .925 stamp you see on some sterling silver items.
Sterling silver is an alloy containing metals that react with chemicals found in air and produce tarnish; high moisture levels, exposure to sunlight and contaminants such as salt water increase this reaction. Take steps to protect your sterling findings by keeping them in airtight packages, use tarnish-resistant products (such as tarnish tabs or strips) that absorb harmful chemicals, and store sterling findings in a cool, dry place. You can easily restore silver back to shine with a polishing cloth or use a polishing lotion for that extra shine.
Sterling silver holds up very well and will last forever if properly taken care of. The best way to prevent tarnishing (oxidation) when not wearing your sterling silver jewelry is to store your clean, dry pieces in a dry, airtight container. Avoid leaving your jewelry in the bathroom, as the moisture will speed up the oxidation process. Minimize your jewelry's contact to chemicals (lotion, hairspray, bleach, perfume, etc) to best maintain its shine.
You can easily google many ways to clean either naturally or with cleaning solutions. (both below).
For light tarnish, a jewelry polishing cloth can be used. For heavier tarnish, line a heatproof bowl with aluminum foil (or use an aluminum pan). Add two tablespoons of baking soda and about a cup of boiling water. Carefully submerge the sterling silver and stir. Let sit until bright. Rinse with cool water and dry with a soft cloth.
If using a cleaning solution, be careful to follow the directions and don't leave the jewelry in too long. The one that I've found works best for removing bad tarnish is Shinebrite or Tarn-X. They are available at Walgreens or most hardware stores. Make sure to rinse and dry your pieces thoroughly before storing.
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kristieford1979 on Mar 12, 2024
5 out of 5 starsArrived sooner than I expected and the product was just as described
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Kathy on Feb 27, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI absolutely loved the necklace I ordered from Carol. It arrived in the mail so quickly and the packaging was impeccable. The seller was very communicative and responsive. Customer service was top notch. My niece is going to love and treasure this necklace I will give on her confirmation.
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Melissa on Mar 21, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSuch a beautiful dainty necklace. The quality exceeded my expectations! Exactly what I was looking for. Great seller and great price.
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Courtney on Mar 14, 2024
4 out of 5 starsI got the hammered necklace, and it looked a lot different in the photo. It looked like a true hammered piece in the photo, however, the necklace I received looked like a hammer had literally been taken to just the edges. Had I known that's what the necklace would look like, I would've passed. It would be okay if this was just the plain necklace, but I like the hammered look. I was getting this for my wedding, but I'll probably continue to look around.
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Theresa on Mar 9, 2024
5 out of 5 starsLovely. One request: provide materials to wrap so that the item can be looked over befits gifting. I had to carefully remove the wrapping so I could verify it was what I had wanted.
About CVennell
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Frequently asked questions
How soon will my order ship?
Current PRODUCTION time is 1-2 business days but times will vary.
PLEASE NOTE that this does not include shipping/transit time. Actual shipping time depends on the PO and where you live. Please see my Policy Section for more detailed information First Class and Expedited shipping times.
I am so excited to make you something you will love! I do try to get every order out in time. Most orders are normally 1 - 3 days production time. However, any given week, that can change. Again, please check my Policies page for all current production and shipping times.
Custom and personalized orders
Please carefully read all of the instructions for personalization in the listings and leave any requested info in the "Note to Seller" box at checkout. Otherwise the default options will be used. If you have any questions at all, please contact me before purchase. I would love to help you!
Care instructions
- A complete care and instruction guide can be found in my Shop Announcement.
- All of my designs are made with 14k Gold Fill, Sterling Silver and Rose Gold Fill.
- 14k Gold Fill is considered the best alternative to solid gold in terms of quality and price. It is hypoallergenic and safe for sensitive skin.
- You can wear some of my designs in the shower, but I recommend not to as it would require extra care and maintenance.
International Custom Fees
Customs fees and charges have nothing to do with your prepaid shipping costs and are not covered in your Etsy purchase. These are assessed directly by your country and the actual cost is determined at their discretion. You may want to check with your country to see what you may be required to pay.
You will be responsible for any customs, taxes or fees that your country may impose on your shipment. This is especially important for UK customers to understand, as the Royal Mail Fee can be quite high.