RFordMetals
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Announcement
Welcome to my shop! FREE SHIPPING ON SELECT ITEMS! Many items are made and ready to ship, but some are made to order. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU NEED SOMETHING AT A SPECIFIC TIME. I am NOT SHIPPING OR MAKING ANYTHING FROM JULY 8TH-25TH. All orders -placed during this time won't begin production until July 25th.
My LICHEN collection is GROWING! Pieces are gradually making their way over here to Etsy. Don't miss out! Sign up for my mailing list on my website to be the first to see new releases and special offers!
Announcement
Welcome to my shop! FREE SHIPPING ON SELECT ITEMS! Many items are made and ready to ship, but some are made to order. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU NEED SOMETHING AT A SPECIFIC TIME. I am NOT SHIPPING OR MAKING ANYTHING FROM JULY 8TH-25TH. All orders -placed during this time won't begin production until July 25th.
My LICHEN collection is GROWING! Pieces are gradually making their way over here to Etsy. Don't miss out! Sign up for my mailing list on my website to be the first to see new releases and special offers!
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Rachael Dickenson on Dec 15, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely love these earrings!! They have quickly become one of my favorites! Beautiful craftsmanship and design. Couldn’t be happier!! Thanks!
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EWSLin on Oct 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsA handsome beast of a necklace. As pictured, and so much better. The links are big, glossy, silky smooth to the touch. This necklace caught my eye years ago, and I wanted it so much I was actually nervous to order it. But I'm wearing it now—so happy. I was afraid that a paperclip chain would look ordinary once worn, but it rests on the body just as it does in the listing photo. It's distinct and beautifully made. Worth every penny. Renee included a lovely note, and it was gorgeously packaged. Thank you!! (Not the best photographer but maybe you can understand the size)
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jsbright222 on Jun 27, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love this artist and her work! The earrings are just as described, and arrived ahead of schedule. These are my new favorite earrings and I get tons of compliments on them!
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Tomas on Jun 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsTerrific item, great quality, excellent craftsmanship. My new wedding band!
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caughtincornfields on Jun 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsComfortable to wear and lovely design. Packaging was nice enough to gift directly.
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Brianna on May 22, 2021
5 out of 5 starsA sturdy & beautiful ring. I’ve been hunting for a gorgeous turquoise ring & I found it! Renee packaged the ring with care!
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Christine on May 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsNice earrings! Seemingly simple but with great texture and a bit of sparkle.
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Andrea on Apr 9, 2021
5 out of 5 starsMy custom moonstone ring is simply stunning. Renee was lovely to work with through the process, which included photos of stone options and a sketch of the ring design. The artistry and quality are superb. I have been looking for a moonstone ring for a long time, and as soon as I saw Renee’s lichen design, I knew this was it!
About RFordMetals
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Custom Matching cuffs hand engraved.
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Custom Wedding Set: 14 karat yellow and white gold, sapphire and diamonds
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Hand engraved detail
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Modern classic jewelry with inventive design and detailed textures.
I love hammering metal. I REALLY love hammering metal on my anvil. My anvil is a little piece of history. It has been in my family for over 100 years. It started out working for the Illinois railroad, and then took a journey to a farm in central Illinois. From there, it ended up rusted, dirty, and forgotten in a storage unit where I discovered it a few decades later. I hauled the 150 pound beauty out of there and into my studio. Then, it became mine.
It has grooves and rough spots, weird carved out areas that were once where tools and metal parts were formed. I love the nuances of the surface. Every piece of jewelry I make passes over the surface of that anvil in one way or another. For some pieces, whole development takes place there; other pieces just briefly pass its surface...
It is what makes my pieces unique. There are no anvils quite like mine and not coincidentally, no other jewelry quite like mine. I take great pride in making pieces that capture rich surface textures. And, I love the idea that each piece of jewelry takes a little bit of history on to its next adventure. It makes each piece authentic.
The intent of my work is to create pieces that capture a feeling, a connection being made and translating that into a wearable piece. The connections, memories, feelings, interpretations are manipulated into patterns, textures and metal drawings. Sometimes I discover things a long the way and develop a new path to the finished piece. Its part of what I enjoy most about the process of creating.
Constant thirst for knowledge has me exploring, refining and learning everyday. Immersion in my craft, feeds my soul. It is who I am. Know that the passion I put into every piece is truthful and real. It is my voice, my soul. From my hammer and heart, it becomes yours. May you find the same joy in wearing my work that i have found in creating it.
Shop members
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Renee Ford
Owner, Designer, Jeweler
Art school graduate, classically trained bench jeweler.
Shop policies
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Returns & 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
- Items on sale
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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Frequently asked questions
Custom Designing and Commission work
Please visit my custom design page on my website for more detailed information on custom design or commissioned work:
http://www.reneefordmetals.com/custom-design.html
Care instructions
With proper care, your jewelry can be worn for years and even generations. My work is made with quality materials and sturdy construction. Each style and piece has their own specific care instructions, but follow these basic guidelines:
>>store jewelry in individual boxes or safely not rubbing against other jewelry or hard surfaces.
>>rough activities or places your jewelry will come in contact with hard or rough surfaces, jewelry should be taken off.
>>hot tubs, hot springs and swimming pools all can cause jewelry to tarnish or react to your skin. Jewelry should be taken off when doing these activities.
Sizing details
I size according to my studio's sizers and mandrel. There is some minor discrepancies between different sizers and mandrels. Please be sized more than once to ensure that I am getting a size that is accurate. Wide rings (over 4mm) need to be sized on wide sizer. Narrow rings and comfort fit style need to sized on a narrower sizer.
If the design allows, I will resize the ring the first time for free not including shipping costs.
Please contact me for details before sending a ring back.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Every order is individually packaged in a small sturdy cardboard box sealed with ribbon or decorative resealable tape. I include a business card on every order.
Custom and personalized orders
Custom and personalized (sized, made to order, stamped, engraved) are not refundable. If you are unhappy with something about the order, please contact me to find a solution.
Wholesale availability
Certain items or styles are available for wholesale. Please contact me for availability and placing an order.