CHARMS, Ad Infinitum

Can't decide? Want them all? Anxious buyers often express their frustration at having to choose charms from a seemingly endless collection (like Outlander). The problem of course, is simple: the bracelet's length is finite and can fit only so many dangles. Or so it was thought.

Not true.  For some time now, the ability to attach charms to lobster clasps has been available to customers. This allows them to change or rearrange charms at will. If you fancy a particular charm one day, it can simply be switched out with another on the chain. This results in a fully customizable and chunky bracelet! 

Retro-fitting an existing bracelet with clasps is easy. It is available for a minor surcharge when all charms from a collection are purchased to add to the ones already on your bracelet. Contact me at maryfaithpeace@gmail.com if you are interested in this option. 

Go ahead. Start collecting charms!

ADDING TO

THE OUTLANDER FAMILY....

 

Many of you know of my fixation with Diana Gabaldon's time-travel epic, Outlander. I keep finding small mementos of the book in charms I pick up from all over. Worthy additions to my charm bracelet indeed!

SOURCE: https://www.etsy.com/listing/110634928/outlander-gabaldon-themed-charm?ref=shop_home_active_3

Your Very Own Outlander Celtic Link Charm Bracelet
 
 

You've probably seen the pictures and wondered, "Where can I get one?" Only to discover (once you found it) a mile-long list of instructions for you to complete - before you could get one. Nothing ventured, nothing gained right?

I've had the pleasure of meeting so many of you while walking through the customization process;
watched while you battled with yourself over which charms to pick; quietly listened to your suggestions to improve the overall design and basked in the 
glow of wondrous feedback!

While I cannot do anything about the lengthy set of instructions (it stays - the price of creating a custom piece) I can ease you into it with this video:



It will particularly aid utterly lost and long-suffering DH's entrusted with Anniversary, Birthday or Christmas presents.

Fear not. I've got your back.

BUILD - A - BRACELET 

A story in pictures

The Game of Thrones "Winter is Coming" 

Themed Chain Mail Charm Bracelet

 Add on faceted glass cubes representing the blocks of ice on "The Wall", along with snowflake dangles and you get a fully loaded bracelet:

Just perfect for any Westeros fan! What are you waiting for? Let's create!

We're kicking off our grand opening with a SALE!
For a limited time, all earring orders will be upgraded to 925 Sterling Silver ear wires
 FREE.
This is a $10 value for pair orders and at least a $30 value for earring sets.
Upon check out, simply choose the appropriate hardware or
under Instructions to Seller write "make mine 925 SS".
 If you have birthdays coming up or just want to get an early start on your Holiday shopping, here's your chance to give a truly UNIQUE gift.
Offer ends 9/30/2012.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HOBBITS!

This week, J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit", turned 74. A milestone indeed! One that all 7 Harry Potter books still have to measure up to. Only time will tell. 

This same week Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, beloved Hobbits, celebrated their birthdays (Sept. 22nd) on the same day. 

Rounding up the celebrations for Tolkien Week is the commemorative unisex key chain constructed from book beads and chain mail. A true Middle Earth memento!

TOP 5 GIFT IDEAS FOR OUTLANDER (Gabaldon) FANS

Do you have an Outlander fan on your gift list?  Dinna fash yourself. You are bound to find something they verra much like among the links below:

1) The books, of course! Between Amazon and Ebay you should have the full spectrum of new and gently used books to choose from. Check out wholesale lots of Diana Gabaldon's books offered from time to time on Ebay.

2) The Author's Attic offers clan Fraser jewelry, like the Running Stag Brooch on the left, Claire's Wedding Ring and others. Crafted in sterling silver or gold, they are made & warranted by deSignet.

 

3) Just Charming! features an Outlander collection of chain mail charm bracelets, bookmarks and key chains, among other things. Great stories are always worth re-telling and many of you know that  as a jewelry artisan, I do so through my bracelets. Boy, what a story Outlander is! Wanting to create something that was both collectible and unique, I came up with the idea to blend the artistry of chain mail with charms! Initially, I wanted to do it in sterling, but quickly realized this would be astronomically expensive. It took a few months to look for the perfect dangles, but I finally have enough for the collection. The result is the Outlander Celtic Link Charm Bracelet. On your wrist or shadow boxed (like the photo), it is a stunning memento of an incredibly well-written series of books by Diana Gabaldon! Check it out.

4) Cafe Press carries Outlander-themed clothing, mugs, totes, stickers and magnets. Features merchandise from Lallyshop of Ladies of Lallybroch

Lots to choose from and watch out for sales!

 5) Tartan Candles carries candle-scents based on the Outlander series. Scentsational! (Note: the shop is offline now and then).

If you find some items of interest to fellow Outlander fans, let me know. Happy shopping!

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I've just joined the Outlander Reading Challenge and we now have until January 2011 to finish re-reading the series (Books 1 -7)! If you're back-tracking through the hefty tomes anyway, why not join your fellow sufferers - err - I mean, sassenachs? Check it out!