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About this Product
These earrings made from upcycled paper are like miniature abstract paintings for your ears. Handmade from textured paperboard they have the look of hammered metal. Silver-plated wire connects the body of the earring to the ear wire with a tiny black glass bead. They are protected with a durable, water-resistant finish for everyday wear. So lightweight you may forget you're wearing them!
Measurements:
Drop from top of ear wire to bottom of earring: Approx. 2.5”
Width: Approx. 3/4”
Decorative elements:
Metallic paint on textured paper looks like hammered silver
Focal design of acrylic paint pour in dark blue, black, and white
Silver-plated wire is wrapped to connect the body of the earring to the ear wire with a tiny glass bead
Please note that the back of the earring is not embellished, but is painted to coordinate with the base color of the front.
Stainless-steel ear wire. Can be upgraded to hypoallergenic Titanium ear wires at checkout.
Please be aware that product photos are as accurate as I can make them but colors may appear slightly different on various electronic devices.
QUESTIONS? I want you to be happy with your purchase. See my Store Policies and FAQs and don't hesitate to contact me if you need more information.
Reimagined Wonders
Ben Wheeler, TX
Meet the Maker
Hi, I'm Linda Ayers. I create fun, funky jewelry from upcycled materials. My search for lightweight earrings and my love of mixed media techniques led me to create my first earrings from watercolor paper. But experimentation with mixed media evolved into using post-consumer paperboard packaging as well as upcycled tin and aluminum.
I'm inspired by the colors, patterns and textures in nature. Making jewelry from materials that are thrown away if not recycled reminds me to do what I can to be a good steward of our planet, as I hope it reminds everyone who wears it. It truly is statement jewelry!
How it’s Made
As a mixed-media artist, I look for ways to use everyday items in unusual and interesting ways. I love the texture and unique shapes of jewelry made from upcycled paperboard! Egg cartons, trays that cradle fresh produce, rough and rugged packaging material that needs a saw to cut through it. If it's made from paper and it has a discernable texture, you know I'll be looking for a way to use it in my creations. These raw materials can mimic stone or hammered metal depending on the finishing techniques. And the earrings I make from them are as light as the fluff of a dandelion. Painted and embellished with assorted mixed-media materials, all my jewelry is finished with a water-resistant coating making it suitable for everyday wear.
Shop Policies
ORDER CONFIRMATION: After placing the order you will receive confirmation in a pop-up on your screen as well as an email confirmation. If you added a message to the order expect an email from Reimagined Wonders within 24 hours. You will also receive a Thank You email from Goimagine, the handmade marketplace that hosts my domain and gives 2% of every purchase to charities benefiting children in need.
SHIPPING: All orders ship USPS. Choose FREE SHIPPING with Ground Advantage (3 -6 day estimated delivery) or Priority with buyer paying the cost (2 - 4 day estimated delivery). Shipping confirmation and tracking will be provided via email. Orders placed before noon CT Monday - Thursday ship the next day. Orders placed Friday - Sunday ship Monday unless it is a holiday. If you want the item shipped somewhere other than your address on file, please note that during the order process. Consistent with reducing waste, I use sustainable shipping supplies when possible. For local orders, see the option during checkout for pick-up.
MY RETURN POLICY:
My goal is for you to love your purchase even more than you thought you would! So please contact me before placing an order If you have any questions about an item you are considering. You can also read my FAQs to see if your question has already been answered. Please be aware that product photos are as accurate as I can make them but colors may appear slightly different on various electronic devices. Slight color variations are not cause for a return.
If there’s a problem with your purchase, please contact me within 5 days of receiving your order and I will do what I can to make things right. I will accept returns for store credit equal to the purchase price. Buyer must pay return shipping. Contact me to discuss details.
FAQs:
CUSTOM ORDERS: All jewelry is handmade by me and many pieces are one-of-a-kind. I am not accepting custom orders at this time, but with so many designs to choose from you'll feel like you placed a custom order. Read the How It’s Made section to learn more about my process.
JEWELRY CARE:
As with all jewelry, it's best to avoid contact with liquids, lotions, and aerosols like hairspray or sunscreen. Remove jewelry before sleeping. Tin pendants and other metals have a moisture and rust-resistant coating, but avoid immersing them in water or wearing them during strenuous exercise.
Paper earrings are extremely lightweight, so I suggest wearing silicone backs to keep from losing them (I include extra with your purchase). And remember to remove them before entering the water. They are water resistant, but not waterproof.
PATINA ON METAL: I often embellish my jewelry with silver-plated and copper wire. Copper and silver naturally darken, developing a patina over time. If you prefer a brighter look, a light touch with a silver polishing cloth will restore the luster.
NECKLACE CORDS: Many of my pendants are hung on rubber buna cord. If it gets 'bent out of shape' from being coiled in storage, the heat from a hair dryer should get it back in shape. To avoid having this happen, hang your pendant when not wearing it.
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