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» News and Fashion Originally Posted February 24th, 2020
My Experience on Etsy
I closed my Etsy shop. I am very disappointed in the changes Etsy has made
that make it no longer profitable for me. The necklaces that I created and
sold on Etsy were not the same ones sold on this website. They were all one
of a kind and often contained unusual gemstones.
Etsy was originally a site where a small business owner or hobbyist sold
his/her handmade items. Now Etsy allows large businesses selling mass
produced factory made products. Not only do they just allow, but encourage
these shops. Often the same owner may have multiple shops with different names
selling similar or identical items.
In search results Etsy posts only 1 item from a shop on each page of results.
The owner of more than one shop may have an item from each shop on a page.
Search places an item at the top of results based on the date and time it was
posted, most recent first. A large business with multiple shops could rotate
the posting times. An item can be renewed before its time expires. A fee is charged
when an item is posted or renewed. An ad can be purchased with price determined
by auction. Highest price is placed first in search results.
Etsy has changed search results priorities to favor the number of times the
same item has sold, been clicked on in search, or received favorable reviews.
How can a one of a kind item compete?
Search now includes attributes, lists of descriptive words that a shopper may click.
The lists often do not include a choice that describes my necklaces.
Clicking on an item in search results no longer takes the customer to my shop, only
to a description of the item. A tiny link must be clicked to reach the shop.
Etsy is offering new programs that can be purchased to help the success of a shop.
Old free programs now have fees.
All of these changes favor big business. My position in search results is lower.
The traffic to my shop is lower. As a result my sales are lower. Other small
shops have suffered the same results.
Will Etsy lose the customers that liked buying unique items?
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted May 8th, 2017
Pink Rhodochrosite Beaded Necklace
Unique handmade gemstone necklace with genuine rhodochrosite beads. The
pink banding contrasts with light gray and white banding in natural onyx
beads. The metallic gray of hematite adds greater contrast.
An unusual necklace that is pretty without being overpowering.
Length: 17 1/2 inches.
Consists of: 4 mm and 7 mm ( about 1/4 inch) genuine rhodochrosite round
beads,
6 mm hematite beads,
8 m natural onyx beads
Color: various shades of pink, white, light gray, dark metallic gray
Clasp: silver plated toggle.
#484 Rhodochrosite, Natural Onyx and Hematite
Necklace $35
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted May 3rd, 2017
Black Onyx Necklace With Glass Pendant |
Colorful glass pendant hangs from a silver chain with black onyx beads.
A touch of lime green in the pendant makes it perfect for olive or lime
green clothes.Unique one of a kind.
Length: 17 1/2 inches with 2 1/4 inch drop.
Consists of: genuine black onyx 6 mm x 4 mm rice shape ovals and 12 mm
x 12 mm flat diamond beads,
11 1/2 inches of silver plated chain with oval and round links,
2 1/2 x 1 1/4 inch lamp work glass pendant.
Colors: black, lime green, dark rust red, aqua, silver.
Clasp: sterling silver toggle.
#520 Handmade Glass Pendant and Black Onyx Necklace
$40
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted April 1st, 2017
Handmade Mother of Pearl White Necklace |
Unique necklace handcrafted using various shapes of flat mother of pearl
beads. Wear it with any color for any occasion.
Length: 16 3/4 inches.
Consists of: 13mm x 15mm(about 5/8 inch) flat oval and 12 x 11mm flat lantern shape natural white mother of pearl.
Color: white with natural shadings.
Clasp: silver plated fish hook safety.
#562 Natural White Mother Of Pearl Necklace
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted October 16th, 2016
Amethyst and Fluorite Gemstone Necklace |
Large dark amethyst nuggets and small rounds contrast with light multi
color fluorite beads.A unique long necklace. Genuine semi precious gemstones.
February birthstone jewelry.
Length: 27 1/2 inches.
Consists of: genuine amethyst 12 mm x 18 mm (almost 3/4 inch) nuggets and
4 mm round beads,
multicolor fluorite 6 mm round beads.
Color: dark purple, transparent light purple, aqua, light blue, white.
Clasp: silver plated lobster hook and 5 mm sterling silver ring.
#582 Handmade Fluorite and Amethyst Necklace
$34
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted February 11th, 2016
Handmade Rhodonite Necklace |
Dusky pink rhodonite beads with natural black veining. The black design
makes each bead unique and the necklace one of a kind.
Length: 17 1/4 inches.
Consists of: 10 mm flat square and 11 mm x 14 mm(about 1/2 inch) puff oval
rhodonite genuine gemstone beads and black glass seed beads.
Color: dusty pink, charcoal gray, black
Clasp: silver plated toggle.
#230 Handmade Rhodonite Beaded
Necklace $39
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» News and Fashion Originally Posted November 5th, 2015
What is Handmade Jewelry?
The phrase handmade jewelry carries the connotation of an artisan creating high
quality, unique design, with personal attention to technique and supplies. There
are many sellers labeling their products as handmade. Beaded jewelry is a good
example.You can find it on personal websites, Etsy, Amazon, Ebay, in stores, craft
shows, etc.
Is all of this jewelry made by an artisan? Probably not. Since beading has become
a popular pastime, many inexperienced crafters have started selling their products.
Other sources, often in China, are factories where workers mass produce.
What is the quality of this jewelry? Amateurs may be talented, but experience
is important. In addition to construction techniques, it affects choice of materials.
I have found many items to avoid, such as: flexible wire that kinks when it bends,
fake gemstones, mislabeled gemstones, magnetic clasps with magnets that are stronger
than the glue that holds them, sterling silver findings that bend and don’t hold
their shape, silk thread that stretches over time. It is also important to know
which materials are worth a higher cost. Since mass produced jewelry is often
sold at lower prices, cheap low quality materials may be used.
Personal attention is difficult in a factory situation. Repetition results in
boredom and loss of attention to detail. The quality of the construction depends
on quality control procedures of the company.
Are the designs unique? I recently found the same handmade necklace in a department
store, a boutique, numerous Etsy shops, Amazon, and a Chinese wholesale website.
Since the jewelry sold in chain stores or large discount websites is mass produced,
it will not be one of a kind.
True creative talent in designing jewelry requires the ability to combine the
artistic with the practical, designs for wearing with a variety of clothes, designs
for people with different tastes from conservative to trendy.
Although jewelry may be made by hand, it is not always worthy of the connotation
associated with the term handmade jewelry.
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted August 25th, 2015
Three Strand Blue Goldstone Beaded Necklace |
Handmade necklace of dark blue beads filled with sparkling metallic specks.
A strand of flat ovals is sandwiched between 2 strands of little round beads.
Unique handcrafted jewelry.
Length: shortest strand 16 3/4, longest strand 18 1/4 inches.
Consists of: 10 mm (about 3/8 inch) flat ovals, 4 mm round goldstone beads.
Color: dark blue with silver dots
Clasp: silver plated toggle
#561 Handmade Blue Goldstone Necklace
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» News and Fashion Originally Posted August 14th, 2015
Inventory Reduction Sale
Prices have been reduced.
I want to down size my business. My husband has retired, and I want to spend more
time with him.
In addition to the large selection of jewelry on this website, I have enough beading
supplies to make many additional one of a kind items. I will not reduce the quality,
just the price.
Prices listed do not show the previous price. The current prices on all gemstone
necklaces, wood necklaces, glass necklaces and pearl necklaces are lower by approximately
30%. A real bargain for fine quality jewelry.
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted April 26th, 2015
Ruby Crazy Lace Agate Necklace |
Handmade necklace featuring shades of pink to rosy red in round agate
beads. Bright eye catching colors. Contrast it with black, white or navy
clothes.
Length: 17 inches.
Consists of: 10 mm (5/8 inch) ruby crazy lace agate round beads, 4 mm black
onyx round beads.
Color: various shades of bright pink and rose, touches of black veining,
solid black
Clasp: silver plated toggle.
#539 Handmade Pink Crazy Lace Agate Beaded
Necklace $39
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted February 19th, 2015
Handmade Amethyst Necklace |
Beaded jewelry featuring a long necklace of dark purple genuine gemstones.
Large chunky beads are the focal points.
Length: 26 inches
Consists of: amethyst 17-18 mm (about 3/4 inch) nuggets, 6mm round beads,
chips, glass E beads
Color: dark, medium and light purple, clear glass
Clasp: silver plated toggle
#614 Long Amethyst Beaded Necklace
$40
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted September 18th, 2014
Turquoise and Black Onyx Bracelet |
December birthstone.
A beaded bracelet combining little black onyx beads with turquoise pebble
shape beads.
Matches turquoise necklace #528, and can be used to extend its length.
Length: 7 3/4 inches.
Consists of: turquoise pebble shape beads in sizes from 3/8 to 3/4 inch,
4 mm black onyx gemstone beads.
Color: aqua blue, black.
Clasp: silver plated lobster hook
#2033 Handmade Turquoise Bracelet
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted September 18th, 2014
Turquoise Beaded Necklace |
Aqua blue turquoise with black veining that is accented by black seed
bead spacers. Chunky smooth chips give a casual look.
Use matching bracelet #2033 to extend the necklace length.
Length:17 1/2 inches.
Consists of: turquoise pebble shape gemstone beads in sizes from 3/8 to
3/4 inch, black seed beads.
Color: aqua blue, black.
Clasp: silver plated lobster hook
#528 Handmade Turquoise Necklace
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted September 18th, 2014
Handmade Turquoise and Wood Necklace |
Bright blue chalk turquoise chips contrast with light and dark wood beads.
A long handmade necklace that is perfect with casual clothes.
Length:23 inches.
Consists of: chalk turquoise chips in sizes from 1/8 to 3/8 inch, 7 mm black
wood and 5 mm off white wood beads.
Color: bright blue, black, off white
Clasp: silver toggle
#280 Wood and Turquoise Beaded Necklace
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» Latest Handmade Beaded Jewelry Creations Originally Posted September 18th, 2014
Long Blue Mountain Jade Necklace |
Handmade jewelry designed with bright blue mountain jade (dolomite), betelnuts,
dark brown wood, and white fossil beads.
A unique beaded necklace that is long, yet light weight and easy to wear.
Long Length: 26 3/4 inches.
Consists of: blue mountain jade (dolomite) gemstone chips, 14 mm(a little over 1/2 inch) dark
wood round beads, 14 mm oval and 6 mm bicone betelnut beads, 6 mm and 4
mm natural fossil beads.
Color: bright blue, creamy white, tan, dark brown.
Clasp: sterling silver fancy hook and eye.
#327Handmade Mountain Jade and Wood Necklace
$33
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Thank you so much for sending out the jewelry so fast!
~ Trish
I don't like it. I LOVE it. Thanks
~ Shelley
Just received the jewelry it is beautiful. I love it. It goes perfect with the dress.
~ Cindy
...thank you for the speedy delivery (only 2 days)...it made this Valentine's Day special!
~ Jack