http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=213x7497Oh my.
As those who've kept track of the saga of the Packer clan down there in northeastern Oklahoma know, Mrs. Alfred Packer for some time has been trying to bring some bacon into the house, as hippyhubby Wild Bill's still-building business is threatened with competition.
For a bit, Mrs. Alfred Packer became an Avon lady, and was good enough at it that she was awarded one of those pink Cadillacs.....which lasted all of two days, before Wild Bill decided he needed the engine as a generator for one of his stills.
Well, now Mrs. Alfred Packer's doing earrings via eBay.
Unfortunately, the Packer Paypal account is in hippyhubby's name, so one wonders what's going to happen with that. As I mentioned earlier in another thread, there's a new story evolving.
Anyway.
hippywife Donating Member (1000+ posts) Tue Feb-01-11 06:58 PM
MRS. ALFRED PACKER
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Crystal and Pearl Earrings Part 3
All of my earrings are made from glass components, no plastic, resin, acrylic, or lucite. Most of the beads are either Czech crystals or Swarovski, even some of the pearls are Swarovski Elements, so they simply sparkle! All of the findings are either silver or gold-plated, copper or brass depending on what I thought looked best with each color combination. I only purchased findings that indicated they are both nickel and lead free.
Every pair of earrings on hooks or hoops comes with a free pair of transparent rubber stops to keep your jewelry where it belongs - securely in your ears! If your purchase is a gift, tell me that and I will ship them with a small lilac organza gift bag with ribbon drawstring, also at no additional cost.
Domestic shipping is only $1.50 for the first pair and free shipping on additional items when combined in the same mailing for standard USPS shipping, for up to three pairs, and .25 for each additional set of three. I've always appreciated receiving things I order over the internet as quickly as possible, so that will always be my policy for my customers. All orders will be shipped out within 1 business day. I apologize that at the moment I am completely snowed in so shipping will be delayed a by a few days.
If you do see something you would like, simply reply to my posts and I will PM to get your shipping address and email address. I will then send you the Paypal information to your email address.
If you don't see exactly what you're looking for, or something you would like but in a different color, just ask me. I can probably accommodate most every desire, and I will surely make every attempt to do so. Let me know what you would like, we can talk about what it is you're looking for, and I will design something just for you. I will send pictures of any custom orders for your approval before purchase.
I really appreciate all of you for looking at my personal handiwork. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to ask. :D
K.) Romantic vintage inspired earrings with 8mm faceted deep berry Czech crystals, 8mm Swarovski Mauve pearls, and 4mm faceted Burgundy Swarovski crystals on brass French hooks and all brass findings. 2" from top of hook. $12.00 plus shipping
L.) Sophisticated in silver, these earrings are 10mm Dark Grey Swarovski pearls, with 8mm smooth translucent gray crackle crystals, and 4mm hematite beads on French hooks. 2" from top of hook to bottom. (Kitteh hair not included, I don't think! I dunno, maybe, but no extra charge, k?.) $12.00 plus shipping
M.) Champagne & Pearls! These beauties are decked out in gold and include 4mm & 10mm Powdered Almond Swarovski Pearls, sparkling 8mm faceted champagne Czech crystals, on a gold demi-hoop. 2" from top of hook. $12.00 plus shipping
N.) All the drama with a little less length. (No, we aren't talking about your date last night!) These include 8mm smooth grey crackle crystals that give off a bluish-grey glow, 4mm hematite beads, and with silver French hooks. 1 5/8" from top hook. $10.00 plus shipping
O.) Beautiful! These silver filigree leaves are embellished with a 4mm stark white glass pearl and a 4mm Olivine Swarovski crystal, on French hooks. 1 1/2" from to of hook. $10.00 plus shipping
P.) Perfect for that redhead in your life, or maybe the brunette or blond. (No worry! I can make more!) Very stunning 10mm faceted light amber Czech crystals, an 8mm Copper Swarovski pearl, topped by a rich faceted 4mm Mocca Swarovski crystal, all in gorgeous copper settings. 1 7/8" from top of hook. $12.00 plus shipping
Q.) The pic doesn't do these justice! (Any of them actually!) This has 8mm really deep berry faceted crystals, a 6mm Swarovski pearl in elegant burgundy, all in gold settings on French hooks. 1 1/2" from top of the hook. $12.00 plus shipping
R.) Bastet's baubles are a sparkling combo of purples with incredible copper settings. 4mm and 8mm Swarovski Mauve pearls and dark rich faceted purple Czech crystals. 1 7/8" from top of hook. $12.00 plus shipping
S.) These copper filigree leaves are embellished with an eye-catching combo of 4mm Swarovski Light Green pearls and a 4mm faceted Swarovski Mocca crystal. 1 5/8" from the top of the copper hook. $10.00 plus shipping
The pics really don't show how incredibly colorful and sparkly these really are. They are all just beautiful, I promise you! :D
Remember, if anyone beats you to one of these pretties, I can usually recreate them, please ask. :D
Thanx again!
The campfire's loaded with photographs, and I suggest those interested, check them out at the link above.
Earrings aren't franksolich's thing; he prefers that ears look natural and clean and pure and unsullied.
But those who have other tastes are welcome to offer their assessment of the aesthetic value of these goods.
northoftheborder Donating Member (759 posts) Tue Feb-01-11 07:12 PM
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1. These are beautiful!
I think the true colors of this jewelry would show up better on a white background. I will think about ordering, I have a weakness for earrings! For instance (k): the pearl looks golden, and the ruby crystals look amber.
hippywife Donating Member (1000+ posts) Tue Feb-01-11 07:15 PM
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2. Thank you for mentioning that, north.
That pair at least is showing up well on my monitor. It's important to remember that these will show up differently on different monitors. That's why I try to give as detailed a description as I can.
I hope you will revel in your weakness. I gotta fix for that.
Well, as usual, one wishes Mrs. Alfred Packer well in her new business endeavor; that she becomes the 21st-century Helena Rubenstein or Mary Kay or Margaret Avon or Peggy Tupperware.
But as long as the Paypal account's in Wild Bill's name, one is, uh, somewhat nervous for her.
