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Announcement Welcome, and thank you for visiting my shop. I regret to say that I will be closing my Etsy shop on June 30 as I have once again been a victim of Etsy's new automated monitoring system and I cannot go on without knowing which of my listings will be deactivated from day to day. I have also had to increase my prices due to ever increasing fees, and I don't feel good about that either, especially in the current economic environment in the US. Even though it isn't quite ready I will be activating my website, www.marygunndesigns.com, on June 1, though it will be connected to Etsy until the 30th. All of my listings will be available at that site and I hope you will find me there. I am saddened that I cannot continue here as I have been on Etsy for 12 years and have had many interactions with customers that I value greatly. However, nothing is as constant as change, and I will make the make the best of this one.
Announcement
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my shop. I regret to say that I will be closing my Etsy shop on June 30 as I have once again been a victim of Etsy's new automated monitoring system and I cannot go on without knowing which of my listings will be deactivated from day to day. I have also had to increase my prices due to ever increasing fees, and I don't feel good about that either, especially in the current economic environment in the US. Even though it isn't quite ready I will be activating my website, www.marygunndesigns.com, on June 1, though it will be connected to Etsy until the 30th. All of my listings will be available at that site and I hope you will find me there. I am saddened that I cannot continue here as I have been on Etsy for 12 years and have had many interactions with customers that I value greatly. However, nothing is as constant as change, and I will make the make the best of this one.
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Pam on Jun 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsEarrings are as pictured. They are what I would call statement earrings with a “look at me” vibe, but not over the top. I am very pleased with how they look. The stones are gorgeous. Mary also sent a polishing cloth, which was a nice touch. They were well packaged and arrived in a timely manner.
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notlef1 on Mar 16, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful artistry and great value for a functional piece of art.
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Candace on Feb 13, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely love my shawl pin. Beautiful hand craftsmanship! Excellent packaging and shipping! Would definitely purchase from this artist again.
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dilove1 on Feb 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis is a simple, elegant and useful piece of jewelry. The scarf slide not only enhances the look of the scarf but it keeps it in place without knots. Yes, this piece matched the description, arrived in a most timely manner and exceeded my expectations!
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Gennadiy on Jan 27, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI bought this pin as part of a present for my wife for her birthday. She has quite a few scarfs and shawls and pin was a missing accessory. I had a few requirements for it: - elegant and understated item - have a practical design, that my wife would not lose parts or accidentally stub herself. When I saw Mary’s pin – it was a “love from the first sight” 😊 It hit all the checkboxes for me. The additional bonus came then I got in touch with Mary to answer a few questions – she made an entire process very pleasant and cordial. I am very thankful to Mary for her artistry, attention to details and commitment to her craft and customer. She was aware of the date, I needed the pin for and when she had an unforeseen delay, she made sure that pin was sent with expedited delivery. The bottom line is - my wife loved it!
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Rita on Jan 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsMy custom order of an extra stone on the pin is exactly as I hoped. The suggestion of using the Amber stones looks great. So glad I found this pin when looking around the Etsy site. Would definitely order from this vendor again. Rita S.
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Marylarson54 on Jan 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis is a stunningly beautiful pin! Beautifully crafted and the design amazing.
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Carol on Dec 29, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThese earrings are absolutely beautiful! I love them!! Superior craftsmanship, design and are even more beautiful in person! Excellent communications & super fast shipping! I'm so very pleased!!! ☪
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Karen on Dec 18, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful item exactly as described and pictured; excellent quality. This seller provides outstanding customer service and shows that she cares deeply about her craft and her customers. Thank you.
About marygunndesigns
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An experiment in making boxes and sand casting. -
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A custom order, mixed metals, truly wearable art and a great challenge for myself -
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A little whimsy -
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Elegance in a shawl pin -
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Custom engagement and wedding ring
Serendipity
My start in metalsmithing was completely by accident. I grew up learning all the textile and fiber/needle arts from my mother and I had three older sisters who all became very talented in one area or another to look up to. In designing some fancy pillows for my living room, I decided that using copper accents would look great and went looking for a way to learn to make my own. I found jewelry classes at a local community college and fell in love with the art. I've been making jewelry and experimenting with other pieces in my spare time for the last 6 or 7 years. Inspired in part by my oldest sister who developed a brain tumor and passed away recently, and the desire to make the most of my art while I still can, I've recently cut back to working 1 or 2 days a week in my dental hygiene profession and starting building my jewelry business. My love of making shawl pins is related, I am sure, to my mother's and sisters' talents with needles and hooks and my own humble efforts with them. I attend many knitting shows like Vogue Knitting Live and will attend my first Stitches show in 2017. Jewelry, however, is my main focus. I have always felt naked if I went out without earrings. Personal adornment has been around since prehistoric times, and I find that wearing jewelry can make one feel a little more special, whether it's to compliment a particular outfit or you just need to lift your spirits. My own heritage is Celtic, and I love designs that have that feel to them. My hope and desire is to make jewelry that will last and be loved for many years and be passed on to future generations.
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Mary Margaret Hildebrand
Owner
Living in the Pacific Northwest provides me with inspiration from both nature and man-made architecture for my designs. Metalsmithing is my life's love, and my goal is to create pieces that will be loved and last for years to come.
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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
Cancellation of purchases must be made prior to shipment and will receive a full refund.