RAMJewelryDesigns
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Deborah Cundiff on May 28, 2015
5 out of 5 starsthey are so cute & they give a little bit of color.
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scubageek17 on Jun 2, 2014
5 out of 5 starsGorgeous carnelian earrings, even better than pictured- smooth beautiful stones and very well made- thank you!
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Anonymous on May 22, 2013
5 out of 5 starsHi Rabihah - I absolutely LOVE the Coral Fire Necklace! It is even more stunning in person than in the photograph. The handiwork is gorgeous, and I love the clasp you used. Thank you!
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Anonymous on Jan 17, 2013
5 out of 5 starsHi, Rabihah--the earrings arrived today, and are lovely; just what I wanted. I will definitely visit your shop again. Many thanks, and all the best....Warmest regards, Anne
About RAMJewelryDesigns
From African Development to developing a Craft Business
Had you asked me 10 years ago if I would be designing jewelry today, I would have said it was the farthest thing from my mind. But that was before a stressful job propelled me to take a beading class to do something with my hands other than the writing that eluded me and wringing of necks that, well, just wasn’t kosher. Upon hindsight, however, jewelry design is a natural extension of my background of working with beading cooperatives in Africa and my love of taking disparate materials and textures and melding them into something that resounds together.
I have a passion for working with recycled glass beads, recycled vinyl, and metals from West Africa which use techniques passed down from generations and which provide economic opportunities for these communities. My style is ethnocentric as well as an eclectic mix of design and methods that anyone would feel comfortable in. Techniques include knotting of large-hole beads onto waxed linen, stringing, and netting.
Rather than having a strict notion of how to begin each project, the beads, themselves, inspire me; I let them speak to me. Their shape, color, and material dictate what I do with them and what I am led to envision. I find that the various textures of beads that I’ve collected from all over the world ─ each with its unique history—has a story to be told. I am just the conduit.
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R.A. Mateen of RAM Jewelry Designs
Owner
Jewelry design is a natural extension of my background of working with beading cooperatives in Africa and my love of taking disparate materials and textures and melding them into something that resounds together.
Shop policies
I invite you to browse my full line of handcrafted jewelry and accessories. Whether you're looking for a classic piece to wear everyday or that special "something" for a special occasion, my blend of elegant and organic design will help you find your distinctive signature style.
All pieces are one-of-a-kind unless labeled as "limited edition" or "limited quantities.
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Accepted payment methods
- Money Order
Returns and exchanges
* Please contact me by e-mail or phone within 72 hours of receiving your order. No item(s) may be returned without prior approval.
* Returns must be received by us within 14 calendar days of the date you received the shipment for you to qualify for a refund or exchange. Returns and exchanges will not be accepted after 14 days from the date of receipt. Please note that all shipping charges on returned merchandise are non-refundable.
* Items must be returned unworn and undamaged, with all labels and tags still intact and should be packaged to prevent damage (bubble wrap, etc.) as you received it. The package must be shipped by a traceable delivery service such as USPS Delivery Confirmation, FedEx or UPS. The package should also be insured or you wave all rights to a refund, depending on the condition it is received in. Items exhibiting wear or damage will not be accepted.
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Should you receive an item that is damaged from shipment and it was insured, please contact me within 48 hours of receipt; otherwise I'll assume you received your shipment in good condition.
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If you need to exchange your purchase for a different size, please let me know immediately by e-mail and follow the return instructions above. I will issue you a store credit for your return postage as I cover postage costs on exchanges. Your new item will be shipped as soon as I receive the original. Ship package(s) to:
RAM Jewelry Designs
1220 L Street, NW
Suite 100-230
Washington, DC 20005
Failure to follow the above procedures will result in forfeit of credit or exchange.
Payment
Shipping
>>>>Continental U.S. and Canada
Packages are sent Monday-Saturday via United States Postal Service Priority Shipping with Delivery Confirmation and a tracking number. Priority mail usually arrives within two (2) business days from the day of shipping (provided your order is placed before 3 p.m. Eastern time, excluding holidays).
Please convo me should you require Express shipping at an extra charge.
>>>>International Orders
Orders outside the U.S. and Canada will be shipped First-Class Package International Service. Should you require a different service, please convo me or phone me at 202-536-4983 or e-mail me at info [!at] ramjewels.com for pricing and details.
>>Taxes
I am required by law to charge 5.75% sales tax on orders within the District of Columbia.