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I ship internationally - Assemblage Art, Botanical Terrariums, Seaglass, Steampunk, Resin, Eco-friendly & Upcycled Necklaces, Earrings, Cufflinks & Brooches
Thank you for opening The Creaking Door, where you will find a cabinet of curiosity. I love to make whimsical and imaginative jewelry, up-cycle vintage finds, lean towards Neo-Victoriana and sometimes like to take twist on kitsch. I aim to make sustainable jewellery using reclaimed, salvaged and foraged lost objects and recycled metals. I use eco-friendly bio-resin where possible. I am inspired by literature, music, art, nature and science and I hope you will find these themes in my work.
Free shipping to UK addresses. Free shipping to United States when spending $35.00 or more. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU REQUIRE TRACKING PLEASE UPGRADE TO TRACK & SIGN FOR SERVICE AT CHECKOUT. Shipping services with optional tracking available for an additional fee. All my creations are lovingly packaged and hand-stamped and I can add a personal message to your order if you wish.
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Reviews
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Kirsty on May 9, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThis was an anniversary gift for my husband, the cufflinks are absolutely beautiful, very well made and the packaging was superb, a lot of care and attention has been put into this item, very pleased and would buy from this seller again.
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Stephanie on Apr 26, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful! Exquisitely detailed, delicate silver work around this absolutely magical crystal - it's as though I have a little galaxy captured in the perfect sphere! Shipped out super quickly, and the packaging was a delight to behold and to open. I would be very confident in ordering this for a special gift, as well. Wonderful shop full of amazing things! Thank you so much!
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Jacqueline on Dec 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI love it kept me in touch all the time . Lovely lady would deafly used again for gifts thank you
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Lisa on May 29, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThis pendant is gorgeous! The artist works magic with crystals like this one, and the setting shows it off to perfection. I wish I could order everything in her store, to be honest. 🙂
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Jill on May 23, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely gorgeous piece, beautifully crafted. Such a clever design as the focal looks so good either way round. I love all the components. Arrived very quickly, well wrapped. Thank you so much. ♥️🥰♥️
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Isaias on May 20, 2023
5 out of 5 starsQuality of these earrings is great!! Loved them! Shipping was very quick too
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laurie on May 17, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAllison is a favourite seller of mine. I have around 12 of her pieces and value them very much.Her craftsmanship is excellent, everything arrives really quickly and the stories of her finds make them even better! Outstandingly beautiful work from a very nice seller. Allison really does deserve five 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
About TheCreakingDoor
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The Creaking Door
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View from the Imaginatarium
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Me, making something for you
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Treasures ready to be made into something unique
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Source of treasures
Open The Creaking Door to a cabinet of curiosity, where you may venture to discover a myriad of botanics, neo-victoriana and a little treat of whimsy.
Shop members
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Allison
Owner
General wanderer of the Earth collecting treasures and turning them into something unique and wonderful just for you.
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Cancellations: not accepted
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Frequently asked questions
How do I look after bright silver items?
Bright (not purposely aged) silver can eventually tarnish because of oxidisation and due to the presence of hydrogen sulfide in the air. Unlike rust, tarnish is a ‘self-limiting’ patina, affecting only the top few layers and ultimately protecting the metal.
To protect your item from tarnish, you may want to keep your items in a plastic zip lock bag when not in use. It is also a good idea to keep items dry, so you could also include one of those silica gel pouches you sometimes get in shoe boxes as well.
As much of my work contains jewelry grade glue, I would not recommend immersing your items in water, but rather polish with a soft cloth. Solid silver items will come up nicely with a small quantity of metal polish.
How do I look after terrarium or glass bottle jewelry?
Terrarium and glass bottle jewelry is often made using jewelry grade glue which whilst super-strong doesn't like persistently getting wet. Please remember to take off your jewelry when swimming, showering and if it does get wet, please wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Is your jewelry vegan friendly?
I am trying hard to make my jewelry vegan friendly where possible. Not all glues are vegan friendly, particularly jewelry grade glues which have either been historically tested on animals or contain animal products.
I am now experimenting with an approved vegan friendly glue to see if that will work with my creations.
I also use shells and feathers that I have collected myself rather than ones that are commercially supplied, so everything is as natural as can be. Where possible, I would like no animal to have been harmed in the making of my jewelry. If you have any questions about a specific item or would like to commission a vegan friendly piece, please contact me.
Gift wrapping and packaging
I believe that receiving something in the post should be delightful and part of a positive purchasing experience. Each item is supplied in a foil or hand stamped decorated gift box and mailed in a craft pillow box outer. Please check my reviews for the compliments I have received on my packaging.
Please can you include a message in with the order?
Each order is shipped with a note card in a hand-made stamped kraft envelope. If you'd like your card to have a personal message in it, please drop me a convo or let me know in a message with your order. I'd happily write the card with your message at no extra cost!
Which shipping service do you use?
I use the Royal Mail and ship internationally. If you require tracking, please upgrade your shipping to a track & sign for service at checkout. As I use a "Drop and Go" service at my Post Office, so if the item is tracked, I don't always receive the information right away. Please note, I don't automatically forward tracking information on to buyers after the item has shipped as often it will have been received the next day if you're in the UK. If you do require tracking information for your order, please feel free to convo me and I'll endeavour to send it to you as soon as possible. Thank you.