About this Product
This listing is to reserve a spot to have custom jewelry created for you. Once I receive this order, I will message you and begin the conversation about what you are looking for! Be prepared, I will probably ask a LOT of questions, but I want this to be exactly what you want! Otherwise you could easily just keep looking for something that someone already has. I do ask that you have somewhat of an idea that you want, either a certain type of jewelry, a focal design, a color, or anything like that. Just a little seed to take root and we can grow from there! Custom orders can be considered something from scratch, a piece in my shop that you would like more of for a bulk order, or something you see that you want in a different color or gemstone. Just because you don't see it listed, doesn't mean I can't do it, it just means I haven't yet or I didn't have enough materials on hand to make multiples but I may be able to get more. If it's not ready to be shipped out from my shop, it's considered a custom order.
The process for custom orders will depend on what is being requested. Standard processing time should be 1-2 weeks. Once we start the conversation, I can definitely send pictures to verify we are going in the right direction. As long as we are making progress, I don't want to put a limit on communication. Some things are hard to convey easily so I don't mind talking it out! But if I feel like time is being wasted or communication stops, I will go ahead and refund the hold (this listing cost). I LOVE knowing that something I made for someone was cherished on their wedding day or was given as a gift that has special meaning, so I don't want to cut that process short or stop it. Once the design is settled, I will create a special listing just for you with the final cost. By purchasing it, we are agreeing on the design and price and my return policy will go into effect at that point. Please make sure to read it so you are aware. Most custom design purchases are final.
I'm really excited to see what I can make for you!
The Mystic Victorian
Meet the Maker
Hi! My name is Jessica. I am the owner/designer/maker/shipper/accountant/social media "guru"/photographer of The Mystic Victorian. I hope I can help adorn and empower you today!
I used to dabble in jewelry-making when I was doing that 9-5 life that always seemed to be at minimum 7a-10p. I started a different version of my shop about 10 years ago. I couldn't think of a great name and I was torn on what to make. I always got told "That's too fancy" or "Why don't you go in this direction" and I felt a little confused. I seemed to always let people lead me to what was popular or what they liked and it never felt like it was from me. About a year ago, I rebranded to The Mystic Victorian and I told myself, I'm going to make what I've always wanted to make! Whenever I've put on jewelry, it's never crossed my mind if it was "too fancy." If it matched crossed my mind, of course, and if it made me feel good. A great necklace has always made me feel empowered to be the me I want to be. So now, I feel fantastic about my new name, the style and look of the pieces I put out, and the overall feeling of doing things on my own terms!
My handmade jewelry and baubles that I sell, stem from my favorite things and my favorite styles. I LOVE old things! I am an old soul indeed. I would say I was born in the wrong time, but I'm a pretty big feminist so I don't think I would've made it in an older time! I love scrollwork on anything, old houses, furniture, old books (and new!), flashy jewelry from kings and queens of the past, big dresses, pocketwatches...I could go on and on. But I also love quiet things, like the rain, the beach, and a nice library visit. I get inspired by nature a lot. A good sunset goes a long way! All of this tends to somehow come together in what I make.
I am married and a mom of two little boys and a doggie. I used to work retail for about 15 years, give or take. I've done restaurant jobs, cashiering jobs, and managerial jobs. My favorite and longest job I had was as a frame shop manager in a craft store. We had so many cool art pieces, and very weird, come in to be framed, and it was one of the biggest joys to make something out of the box where I could be creative with the design and emphasize the beautiful colors or importance of the piece before me. I have that same joy when I can bring an idea to life and make it work the way I wanted it to. Even a strung beaded necklace is given so much more thought than just stringing a pre-set combination of beads onto a different thread. I always create my own combinations and match colors to emphasize each other and exude as much beauty as I can bring out. That is what makes the wearer feel fantastic, is when you can feel that when you put it on. There's power in not being afraid to wear what you love!
How it’s Made
We will go through what you want to be completed in a step-by-step process so that we get it right! Starting with the type of jewelry and color, to elements and design.
Shop Policies
The Mystic Victorian (TMV) reserves the right to change/update these terms at any time. These are valid as of April 28, 2022.
Processing time is usually 1-2 days. Most of the items in the shop are ready to be sent out. The few custom listings will take a few days to make and get sent out. Full custom orders with consultations will have an agreed-upon timeline before processing begins.
Our return policy is as follows. Contact should be made within 3 days of receipt of the item. If it is being returned, please have it in the mail within 7 days of receiving the item. Most custom orders may not be returned. Please contact TMV to determine the status. Item must be returned in the same condition it was received in or a refund will not be issued.
Promotions/sales are for the time frame announced. There will not be any late discounts applied. Also, no substitutions or holds are applied.
TMV does use components that are manufactured by other parties. Therefore, sometimes components may not be up to standards but not known about until later. Please contact TMV so the components can get fixed and sent back. TMV stands by the work presented 100%.
'Custom work' implies a higher standard of work due to the specific and intricate details discussed to meet a single person's specifications. Due to this, these orders may sometimes be higher in cost and value, while also taking longer to complete. Custom orders will be priced and carried out slightly differently. Half of the cost is due when the design and components are agreed upon. The rest of the cost is due before I send the item out, along with any shipping that may be needed. TMV will take the time that is needed to get the design correct to the specifications but also has the right to terminate negotiations due to various reasons and mainly if an agreement can't be reached. Design, price, and timeline will be finalized before any money is exchanged. Custom orders may include but are not limited to brand new designs, current designs with wire color change, component change, or needing multiple pieces completed resulting in a bulk order.
All work seen here is copyrighted from the date of posting and is property of The Mystic Victorian.
