About this Product
The Jewel of the Lotus
Meet the Maker
Welcome! This shop expresses my love of semiprecious gemstones and all things that sparkle. For jewelry, I work primarily with Sterling Silver, Thai Hill Tribe Silver, or Fine Silver. Occasionally, I use Copper or base metals in designs when they work better. I always list the components of a given piece so you know exactly what you're getting. My suncatchers feature K9 Glass prisms. A step below crystal, they're the best I can offer and keep prices fair. Don't worry; they put out amazing rainbows! I also stick with glass beads and metal accents in suncatchers. I can use gemstone beads and sterling silver for custom work if you like. I've spent years learning my craft. I love creating with my custom clients as they bring their vision, and we work together to achieve it. You might think of my handmade pieces as examples of what I can make for you if you want something similar but with different stones or other variations. Custom work takes time, so we will discuss processing time when talking through your project. I may need to source raw materials, or I might already have everything I need!
I'm a creator. I draw, grow plants (over 200!), and enjoy interior design and decorating... But my passion is the shop where I create jewelry and suncatchers. From my shop, I have beautiful views of the mountains surrounding Tucson. Wildlife strolls or wings by my windows regularly. Music plays or Monsoon Storms provide their own soundtrack as I dream up and create my pieces. I am blessed to have the space needed to work, the tools and support items required, and the encouragement of my family. I am dedicated to beauty and quality, and I will not sacrifice one for the other as, to my mind, they go hand in hand.
I value the environment and use recycled, recyclable, and/or reusable items in my packaging and shipping materials. From sturdy jewelry boxes to silk zipper pouches, I package each order with care and gifting in mind. Please contact me with any special requests or to add a gift message to your order.
I usually respond to messages within a few hours, but you'll absolutely hear back within 24 hours. I do need to sleep!
How it’s Made
When I saw this piece of Stick Agate, I knew it deserved to be the centerpiece of a special piece. This stone is absolutely stunning! Drilled on both ends, this stone can be worn with either side up, and I wanted to maintain that ability in my design. I fashioned two triangle bails and considered running the chain through both, but I think that my choice to attach the chain directly to each bail makes for a more interesting and versatile piece. I'm a big fan of Botswana Agate, and I knew the colors would compliment the Stick Agate beautifully. This is a quirk of mine, but I do favor asymmetrical beading, and I went with that on this one! Black Onyx and some Thai Hill Tribe Beads completed the beading portion, and I connected it all to Sterling Silver Chain.
Shop Policies
Returns Accepted. Contact the shop within 48 hours of receipt of item to discuss and resolve any issues. Return shipping must be paid by customer unless the item is materially different from what was advertised and purchased.
