Announcement
My jewelry shop started as a passion that has grown over several years into a studio full of fun and unique pieces. I love creating jewelry with raw gemstones from around the world and recently took a trip to Thailand to find some beautiful gems. You'll also find quite a different style with my acrylic image pieces that are inspired by nature, retro circuses, classic literature, theatre and more.
I'm always developing new pieces so please don't be afraid to favorite my shop and come back often. You can favorite the shop or any item by clicking on the little heart icon found on each page.
*****. My jewelry makes a great gift and I'm always happy to send packages
directly to the recipient with a personal note from you! *****
****Please contact me for wholesale inquiries****
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Mackenzie on Nov 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis item was amazing! Exactly as pictured, great quality and so cute, I always get compliments on them.
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thebaum on Nov 20, 2022
5 out of 5 starsOh my GOSH!! This was such a great gift to my photographer friend!! I can not wait to give it to her!!! I love the detail with her first name initial on it!! So pleased!!
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Chantelle responded on Nov 20, 2022
That's great. I'm so glad you're happy with the necklace and I hope your friend loves it too!
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tattybogles on Oct 21, 2022
5 out of 5 starsReally fun, cute earrings. They don't irritate my ears (I have sensitive ears) and I get lots of inquiries about them. Gotta make sure to wear them in the correct ears so they make sense (so the characters are facing each other).
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rggardner42 on Oct 14, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI love these necklaces. I bought 2! One with my and my two sons birthstones and one with my grandchildren!!
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Crystal on Oct 12, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely gorgeous. I purchased one for my mom for her 60th birthday and she has been wearing it non-stop. The pictures the seller has are nice but do not do the necklace justice at all. The one I got for my mom was absolutely stunning and better than any photo could capture. I am hoping to get one for myself soon and maybe my best friend as well. If you are thinking about purchasing, don’t hesitate just do and be prepared to fall in love.
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Chantelle responded on Oct 13, 2022
Thanks for your feedback. I'm so happy your mom loves her gift. Please do stop by any time!
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Jimmy on Dec 3, 2022
5 out of 5 starsPrior reviews are absolutely correct. The photos do not due justice to the true beauty this arrow reflects with many colors depending on lighting. I would definitely buy again without hesitation. Fast shipment and A+++++ shopping experience. Highly recommend seller. Thank you my wife loves and it can not stop talking about it.
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akasahar on Dec 1, 2022
5 out of 5 starsWell, Moby Dick was supposed to be white, but this is still a great design! Maybe he looks blue because he's still under water. Took a little longer to arrive due to the holiday rush, but the seller was great about communicating.
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akasahar on Dec 1, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSo nostalgic! I love the design! Very light weight. Took a little longer to arrive due to holiday congestion, but the seller was quick to communicate.
Updates
About whatanovelidea
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I love using gemstones from around the world for my birthstone cage necklaces! -
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Sometimes I get help from my assistant Cricket! She likes to arrange the pieces during photo shoots.
Every piece should tell a story....
I do love a good story and books have been an inspiration all my life. With this vision in mind I started What A Novel Idea with jewelry made of altered books. It's hard to cut up a copy of Wuthering Heights or Pride and Prejudice but these books were taken off of dusty shelves, recycled and given new life!
I still create altered book jewelry but discovered the art of using images on acrylic plastic. I adore vintage designs and that gave me the motivation to start creating necklaces and brooches made from retro circus posters. This medium allows me to be very creative and I've had such a good time researching and manipulating these images into unique pieces. I attempt to allow each design to tell its own story whether it's the tale of two trusting acrobats swinging high above an amazed crowd or a hungry cat trying to figure out how it will catch its next meal.
Most recently I fell in love with raw gemstones from around the world. I've incorporated these stones in my vintage and personally designed cage necklaces. It's great combining different birthstones for customers to represent family and friends. I've even made one personalized necklace that represented a litter of puppies! Lots of ideas and lots of stories to discover!
What A Novel Idea was created about 12 years ago and I feel like I learn something new every day. I plan on creating wearable, interesting stories for many years to come.
Shop members
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Chantelle Wilson
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Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns & exchanges
Cancellations
Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 24 hours of purchase
Payment
I accept Paypal and now accept credit cards through Etsy's direct checkout system.
Personal cheques are also an option. Please contact me if you plan on using this method of payment.
All duties and taxes applicable to buyer's place of residence must be paid by buyer. International buyers from Europe, please be aware of VAT charges for your country.
Please note that coupon codes should not be used for customized items as the price given is specific for the supplies and amount of work needed to create your piece.
Please note that Pinterest and similar web sites often display past sales. The price displayed on Etsy at the time of purchase is the price for the item.
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Shipping
DATE OF DELIVERY: We are unable to guarantee date of delivery, we are only able to guarantee the date that we are able to ship your item(s). USPS failures are not a reflection on our level of dedication to our customers.
International (excluding the US) delivery times vary but most shipments outside of Canada arrive in approx. 14-20 days. Once again, Canada Post does not supply a tracking number for regular air mail outside of Canada.
**Unfortunately I am no longer shipping to Australia during Covid-19 because of the extremely long delays (up to three or four months).
Please note that, due to the amount of lost packages, I no longer ship to Mexico, South America Greece and Eastern Europe unless tracking is requested and purchased. You may send me a convo so that I can set up a listing for you.
Please be sure your mailing address is correct on your Etsy account. If the address is incorrect and the item is returned to What A Novel Idea, buyer will pay postage to have the item mailed to the proper address.
Expedited shipping is available if you have a rush order. Please convo me for the rates to your destination.
**Please contact the shop for the correct return address. A courier service is sometimes used during busy seasons so the return address written on the package may not be the correct address for returns and will not reach the shop for a refund.
Additional policies and FAQs
I do accept inquiries for wholesale orders. Please convo me for details.