GypsyGrove

Artisan Chainmaille for the Warrior Within

Haleyville, Alabama On Etsy since 2011

255 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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GypsyGrove

Artisan Chainmaille for the Warrior Within

Haleyville, Alabama | 255 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    After an extra long hiatus, Gypsy Grove is now open for business! Many big changes are coming in the future, so please check back often!

*Please Note*
- Stock is currently limited as shipping times have increased, and three of my main suppliers have permanently closed down. Your patience and understanding is appreciated while I run at limited capacity for a bit.
- As I'm sure most of you know, shipping with the USPS is all over the place right now. I will continue to ship out orders in a timely manner (usually within 3 days), but please be patient with the shipping process. Once a package is mailed, its fate is sadly out of my hands. So far, none of my packages have been significantly delayed but many others have experienced issues. Please be patient! If you have any concerns at all, please drop me a message!

Announcement

Last updated on Aug 22, 2020

After an extra long hiatus, Gypsy Grove is now open for business! Many big changes are coming in the future, so please check back often!

*Please Note*
- Stock is currently limited as shipping times have increased, and three of my main suppliers have permanently closed down. Your patience and understanding is appreciated while I run at limited capacity for a bit.
- As I'm sure most of you know, shipping with the USPS is all over the place right now. I will continue to ship out orders in a timely manner (usually within 3 days), but please be patient with the shipping process. Once a package is mailed, its fate is sadly out of my hands. So far, none of my packages have been significantly delayed but many others have experienced issues. Please be patient! If you have any concerns at all, please drop me a message!

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About GypsyGrove

Sales 255
On Etsy since 2011
  • Sunset in the Grove

In the Grove, the Gypsy creates.

In the rolling hills and quiet woods of northwest Alabama, just off a battered country road, stands a little house. Around that house are rings of trees -- tall pines, fragrant cedars, blossoming magnolias. In the spring and summer, the trees grow full and thick, blocking out the rest of the world. On the windows of the little house, shadows dance across the blinds giving the impression, with a bit of an imagination, that the house has become submerged in water. It is a magical place where laughter reigns and hugs are frequent.

In that little house, there lives a gypsy. At least, that is what her husband likes to call her. She lives there with him, their children, two cats, a dog, and a turtle. It is when the house is quiet that her work begins, weaving tiny silver rings into intricate designs, some adorned with precious stones or sparkling glass. It is a passion. A calling perhaps. And in the Grove, the gypsy creates.

* * * * *

I am the gypsy in the Grove, although most know me as Laurie. I began this grand adventure in 2011 with no plan, no direction, and no true idea what I was doing. But learning, like so much in my life, is a passion. I began small, stringing beads into interesting patterns. It didn't take me long, however, to bore myself half to death with that. I needed a challenge. I always need a challenge. I do not like easy. I ventured into wirework, and while I still enjoy it to this day, it just wasn't "me".

And that's when I discovered chainmaille. Ah, glorious, tedious, finger-breaking chainmaille! It was love at first weave. Chainmaille was the challenge I had been searching for. Three years later, it's a full-blown love affair.

My goal when I created Gypsy Grove was simple -- make amazing pieces that almost anyone can afford. You shouldn't need a huge bank account to own a unique artisan piece. I strive to create a variety of prices while keeping the high quality my customers deserve.

When you interact with Gypsy Grove -- through this website, Etsy, Facebook, Google+, or email -- you are interacting directly with me. The Grove is a one-woman show. Well, except at shows when my oldest daughter, Madison, joins me for backup. Other than that, Gypsy Grove has been crafted from the ground up by my own two, always achy, slightly stiff hands. It is a labor of love and passion and has brought amazing people into my life.

From its humble beginnings, Gypsy Grove has grown into more than I could have ever dreamed of. I have been honored to provide gifts for popular Korean pop bands U-Kiss and Vixx while on their American tours. I have also been honored and humbled by becoming the exclusive jeweler to international author, Chantel Lysette. Pieces from the Grove have shipped out to all around the world, with more countries being added every month. As a member of The Artisan Group, Gypsy Grove is branching out to include celebrity and press giftings and will be sending items to various television shows for consideration by the stylists.

It is a joy to create items that others come to love. And as long as my hands allow, I will continue to craft beautiful creations that connect me to so many beautiful spirits. Thank you for visiting the Grove and for helping me create this magical life I am so blessed to live.

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  • Laurie Martin-Gardner

    Owner, Creator, Gypsy In The Grove

Shop policies

Last updated on September 3, 2016
From classic simplicity to fantasy extravagance, Gypsy Grove specializes in handcrafted chainmaille and gemstone jewelry. Each piece is meticulously woven, one ring at a time, by artisan Laurie Martin-Gardner

Gypsy Grove is a proud member of The Artisan Group. Jewelry from the Grove is under consideration to appear on several hit television shows, has been included in celebrity and press gift bags, and was presented as gifts to award winning Korean pop bands U-KISS and Vixx.

Accepted payment methods

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Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
All sales are considered final seven (7) days after delivery. No exceptions.

If you are unhappy with your order, please contact Gypsy Grove immediately. We will do our very best to ensure that you are completely satisfied. Refunds and exchanges are done on a case by case basis as each situation is different. Please convo me immediately if there is a problem. My goal is to make sure you are always satisfied!
Payment
Gypsy Grove accepts all forms of payment through the Etsy checkout system. These included PayPal, several credit cards, and Etsy gift cards.
Shipping
All packages are shipped First Class via the United States Postal Service. Tracking numbers are included for all domestic shipments.

International shipments do not include a tracking number. If you'd like a tracking number, please contact me for an updated shipping fee.

Current (as of July 2016) shipping fees are as follows:

United States
$3 for first item, $0.50 for each additional item

Canada, UK, and Australia
$8 for first item, $1.00 for each additional item

Everywhere Else
$10 for first item, $2.00 for each additional item

Prices are subject to change without notice.

Most pieces ship within 1-3 business days unless otherwise noted. Shipping for custom items and wholesale orders will vary.

Insurance is optional for orders under $100. Insurance may be arranged, by request, for a small additional fee. All orders over $100 are insured free of charge.

International customers -- I am not responsible for customs or tariff fees. I clearly state item description and value on each customs form. I will NOT declare a lower value for any reason.
Additional policies and FAQs
I am always happy to customize any piece that you see in the store. Message me with any requests you have, and I will do my best to meet them. You'll always know beforehand how much the custom piece will cost and a date that it will be completed.

If you see an available piece that you like, but that isn't exactly the size you need, I may be able to alter it for you! There's no additional costs for simple alterations.

Bulk pricing is available! Message me for more details.