iKandies- Have us Repair Your Jewelry or Design a Custom Piece for You

The designers at iKandies have had requests to repair jewelry pieces that we have not designed, and we have always been happy to do our best to transform your items back to their original condition.  These repairs have included lengthening necklaces, repairing clasps, restringing, and even redesigning older pieces.  What is involved in these kind of repairs?

First, photos are taken of your item and an inspection is made to ascertain what repairs are needed.  If replacement parts are required, we make a diligent search to find the closest duplicate to the part to be replaced. The item is careful disassembled and laid out on a jewelry mat. In most cases we use Accu-Flex 49 strand Beading Wire or Berkley Fireline braided cord to restring an item.  Sterling silver components are replaced with sterling silver parts while plated metal components are replaced with plated metal parts. Similarly, we replace crystals, glass, pearls, and metal beads with the same type of component.  

If an item is to be redesigned, we will discuss your vision for your piece and answer any questions you have about changes you would like made. 

Amonite and Potato Chip Shell Necklace

If after the initial inspection we find we are unable to repair your jewelry piece, it will be returned to you in the same condition in which it was received.

Prices will be quoted after photos and the inspection have been made and before we proceed with any repairs.  Rates are based on time and materials, and a flat $5.00 rate is added for shipping for most items. Shipping insurance may be added upon request. 

Additionally, we have created beautiful custom pieces that have been requested to match specific outfits or for special occasions. Customers who have sent us photos and asked us to recreate the piece for them are not only pleased with the results but surprised at how well we are able to duplicate the jewelry piece in the photo.

If you would like a quote for first class repairs or a custom jewelry piece designed just for you, please contact iKandies at kkrizzy@hotmail.com.

iKandies' Beads On the Block Posts its First Entry!

Welcome to ikandies' first blog post on Beads on the Block!  Who is ikandies' and why was Beads on the Block created?  ikandies is a website showcasing custom designed jewelry for the discriminating customer looking for truly unique accessories.  Using jewelry components such as Swarovski crystals, pearls, Czech glass, sterling silver, copper, gunmetal, gemstones and more, we have created jewelry that is "not only visually appealing, but also unique."  Our designs include simple bead stringing, bead stitching and weaving, metal working, and wire wrapping.  We have also incorporated unique objects into some of our designs including electro plated "real" leaves, copper washers, sheet metal and watch parts. You can visit our website at ikandies or our Etsy site ikandies Etsy Shop.   We can be reached by email at kkrizzy@hotmail.com

We created this blog for two reasons:

• To help you learn more about us, projects we're working on, classes we're taking to learn new skills, new jewelry components we're experimenting with, and much more. 
• To share with you all the wonderful bead stores we've visited, where to find good bargins when buying beads and supplies, who is selling unique components, and the bead shows you don't want to miss.

Please be patient as we get the ball (or should I say "bead") rolling on this blog!