funkyprettybeads

Czech Glass Beads - Jewelry Making Supplies - Sea Glass

Portland, Maine 130350 Sales On Etsy since 2009

5 out of 5 stars (29019)

funkyprettybeads

Czech Glass Beads - Jewelry Making Supplies - Sea Glass

Portland, Maine | 130350 Sales

5 out of 5 stars (29019)

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Deb Panish

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Announcement    Welcome to Funky Pretty Land!! 25% OFF SALE in progress!!!! See SALE section.
DAILY COUPON CODES
10% OFF orders over $110
15% OFF orders over $175
** Please message me for the coupon codes.
In order to be eligible to use the code you may not have any sale items in your order or any items with the chosen tier of 100 beads. (not including items such as rondelles that are always offered only in amounts of 100) All of those higher tier items are already discounted. Also your total should not include shipping charges. Please when you ask for the code let me know that you have read this and that your order follows these guidelines. Thank you. It will save me asking.

I offer a large variety of beads here in Funky Pretty Bead Land. Some beads stand alone as simply beautiful little objects. You will also find more basic bead elements. Successful designs need some elements to recede quietly into the background so that the focal parts can shine. These are the beads that we often don't think about when we go to buy our beads, but having them at hand when designing is crucial.
My intention is to inspire you and help you create beautiful designs. Inspiration is a wonderful thing. It makes the adrenalin flow. The best part of my job is making you bead happy.

*** INTERNATIONAL customers PLEASE read FAQ's about the price and weight restrictions. You will find FAQ's at the bottom of every page.
**PLEASE read my product descriptions. Etsy has changed the format so that to see the entire description you May need to click on the MORE button.

If you would like to hear about sales and promotions please send me your e-mail in conversations. Thanks. :o)
I regularly add new beads. I think it's an addiction. Yea. No. It's definitely an addiction. The pile to photograph and post never seems to get smaller..... so check in often.
Have fun!
Be inspired! Live. Love. Be. Bead.
deb

Announcement

Last updated on Aug 17, 2019

Welcome to Funky Pretty Land!! 25% OFF SALE in progress!!!! See SALE section.
DAILY COUPON CODES
10% OFF orders over $110
15% OFF orders over $175
** Please message me for the coupon codes.
In order to be eligible to use the code you may not have any sale items in your order or any items with the chosen tier of 100 beads. (not including items such as rondelles that are always offered only in amounts of 100) All of those higher tier items are already discounted. Also your total should not include shipping charges. Please when you ask for the code let me know that you have read this and that your order follows these guidelines. Thank you. It will save me asking.

I offer a large variety of beads here in Funky Pretty Bead Land. Some beads stand alone as simply beautiful little objects. You will also find more basic bead elements. Successful designs need some elements to recede quietly into the background so that the focal parts can shine. These are the beads that we often don't think about when we go to buy our beads, but having them at hand when designing is crucial.
My intention is to inspire you and help you create beautiful designs. Inspiration is a wonderful thing. It makes the adrenalin flow. The best part of my job is making you bead happy.

*** INTERNATIONAL customers PLEASE read FAQ's about the price and weight restrictions. You will find FAQ's at the bottom of every page.
**PLEASE read my product descriptions. Etsy has changed the format so that to see the entire description you May need to click on the MORE button.

If you would like to hear about sales and promotions please send me your e-mail in conversations. Thanks. :o)
I regularly add new beads. I think it's an addiction. Yea. No. It's definitely an addiction. The pile to photograph and post never seems to get smaller..... so check in often.
Have fun!
Be inspired! Live. Love. Be. Bead.
deb

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About

  • Amy on the left. Deb on the right.

Color. Shape. Simplicity.

Beads. They are colorful, touchable, sensual and tactile little sculptures unto themselves. They come from all over the world. They reach out and want to be touched, drawing you in somewhat unexpectedly.
I started my bead shop on Etsy after designing and manufacturing jewelry for many years. Now instead of designing jewelry I enjoy taking beautiful images of my beads and sending them on to happy customers.
I love being here on Etsy selling you beads. I have realized that my job is making people happy. How cool is that? I have SO much fun putting together your orders. You see, I have...... lots of beads hanging around. AND I know what it's like to be designing jewelry. You need LOTS of beads. I'm a visual person and I'm betting you are too.)The more you have the more options you can see.
So.... have fun. Enjoy the color experience. Ask questions if you need help. I love to assist you.

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  • Deb

    Owner, Designer, Curator

    I live in Portland Maine where it is beautiful all year round. I love color. Designing with color just makes my adrenaline rush. So much fun. I have a BFA and an MA in Art Therapy. I love to dance. I love to move.

Shop policies

Last updated on July 17, 2019
Welcome to Funky Pretty Beads! I LOVE being a part of peoples creative process.

You will find a large variety of glass beads from the Czech Republic. And of course gemstones from all over the world. Beads are SO fascinating. Lovely to look at. Lovely to touch and so much fun to be creative with.

Have fun!
Be inspired!

Accepted payment methods

Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
Contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 30 days of delivery
Request a cancellation: before item has shipped
Questions about your order?
Please if you have any problems with your order.
Returns and exchange details
Please contact me with any concerns within 7 days of receiving your order if you are dissatisfied for any reason. I want you to be a happy customer!
Please include your name as it appears on your address and the invoice number.
I charge a 10% restocking fee for returns of 3 items or more.
I will take returns up to two weeks after shipping for domestic orders. International order need to be shipped back within one week of receiving goods.


All Beads & Findings must be accounted for and should be in the ORIGINAL CONDITION as received.
SHIPPING and HANDLING CHARGES are Non-Refundable. Thank you for understanding.
Payment
The REAL shipping cost: (Etsy has not made this transparent)

United States:
First item - $2.75 - each additional item .20
***Canada: See below
First item - $9.75 - each additional item .40
Everywhere else:
First item - $13.75 - each additional item .75

Shipping is hard to calculate ahead of time here at Etsy. Sometimes it costs more. Sometimes less. If your shipping goes over $1 of the actual postage required I will be refunding your payment when the items are shipped. (The extra $1 covers materials which include packaging printer ink and labels.)

I accept following payment methods:
**Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Etsy Gift Cards and Paypal
Shipping
The REAL shipping cost: (Etsy has not made this transparent)
Shipping fees for most items are as follows:
Domestic (United States) $2.75 first item .20 each additional item
To Canada $9.95 first item .40 each additional item
Everywhere Else $13.75 first item .75 each additional item

International buyers:
- Custom duties and/or taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Shipping is hard to calculate ahead of time here at Etsy. Sometimes it costs more. Sometimes less. If your shipping goes over $1 of the actual postage required I will be refunding your payment when the items are shipped. (The extra $1 covers materials which include packaging printer ink and labels.)

- All orders are shipped via U.S. Postal Service (First Class Package or Priority Mail Service)
- You will receive tracking/confirmation # in your email once your package is shipped. Please check your junk mail folder if you could not find it in your inbox folder.
- Shipping upgrades are available on request.
- I purchase insurance for international orders and larger domestic orders. (Sometimes this costs more than you have paid ) I try very hard to keep your shipping fees as low as possible)
Additional policies and FAQs
** I TAKE MY PICTURES WITH A MACRO/CLOSE UP LENS IN NATURAL SUNLIGHT. All beads naturally look different in different lighting or depending on the background. I try my best to duplicate true color. All computer screens vary however.

More information

Last updated on Nov 5, 2018
Frequently asked questions
Would you like to be on my mailing list to hear about sales?

Easy Peasy. Please just send me a mEssage through Etsy conversations.

Is the Sea Glass really from the ocean?

No. We call it "cultured" sea glass because it is made by humans. It is simply frosted or tumbled glass made to look like sea glass but you would never find anything like this at the beach. Some of my frosted glass beads are made from recycled glass. That's always a good thing.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING PRICING- PLEASE READ

It can be quite expensive but there is a way to get more for your money. The shipping rate, including insurance) is approximately $14 to most destinations up to 8oz which is already quite a good selection of beads. Above 8oz the price jumps up $10 but.... that is the same price up to 2lbs! Now THAT is a lot of beads. So if you purchase 9 oz it is not a good deal because you could pay the same amount of shipping all the way up to 2lb.
I realize that you have no idea how much your order will weigh so if you go over 8oz I will let you know so that if you want, you can remove an item or two to bring the shipping price down..... or add to your order to take advantage of the shipping fee. I know it's not streamline but it is what it is.

Is that shipping price accurate?

The price for the first item is reflective of the price that you will pay for just one item. However if you have a lot of items, there is a small shipping fee added on for each item and that can add up to way more than the actual price. In this case I always refund your money when I process your order.

Are The Listed Sizes exact?

Most sizing is correct but sometimes there are small differences. It is odd but I get beads that are called for instance 4x6mm by the manufacturer but each manufacturer's sizes are actually slightly different but not so much that I list it a different size. I generally list sizes in whole numbers.

Are the inventory numbers Correct? Do I have more???

If you notice that you would like more bead than are currently listed in those dropdown menus, please DO ask. Unfortunately Etsy does not account for my tiered pricing structure. It's complicated but this inventory program takes 1 out of stock wether you order 2 beads or 100 beads. That means that I very likely have more than is listed. On the other hand I may not have multiple amounts on hand of the larger quantities.
So... it's impossible to keep these inventory numbers correct. And yes... it drives me crazy but I really like offering larger discounted quantities.
So... just ask. Thanks.