Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make the bracelets etc.. with my own horses hair?
Yes absolutely!! Instructions on how to cut the hair, how much to take, and where to send it are on the page here.
I can also supply horse hair on request and colour match to the best I have available.
I can also supply horse hair on request and colour match to the best I have available.
How to Order
All the details on ordering are here, please click > To Order
How strong is Horse Hair Jewellery?
Actually Horse Hair is extremely tough! It can be worn all the time, as long as there is no abrasion on the hair. However, it can be colour affected so avoid hair dyes, bleaches and harsh chemicals. It can get wet but I would advise removing it for safety if swimming in the ocean etc, and chlorine pools which can dry the hair shafts. For more details go to the Horse hair Braided Jewellery information page here.
Actually Horse Hair is extremely tough! It can be worn all the time, as long as there is no abrasion on the hair. However, it can be colour affected so avoid hair dyes, bleaches and harsh chemicals. It can get wet but I would advise removing it for safety if swimming in the ocean etc, and chlorine pools which can dry the hair shafts. For more details go to the Horse hair Braided Jewellery information page here.
What exactly IS 9 carat Gold?
Since pure ( fine) gold is too soft for most uses it is alloyed with other metals, usually silver and copper, to achieve a desired hardness and colour.
9 Carat Gold is an alloy of fine gold, fine silver and copper, and has the stamp of quality of 375. This means it has 9 parts pure gold out of 24 parts. Or 37.5%, which is where the metric stamp comes from - 375. Available in Yellow and Rose and White, the other metals are in a different quantity to give a range of the 3 colours, but there is still the same amount of pure gold in the mix.
Since pure ( fine) gold is too soft for most uses it is alloyed with other metals, usually silver and copper, to achieve a desired hardness and colour.
9 Carat Gold is an alloy of fine gold, fine silver and copper, and has the stamp of quality of 375. This means it has 9 parts pure gold out of 24 parts. Or 37.5%, which is where the metric stamp comes from - 375. Available in Yellow and Rose and White, the other metals are in a different quantity to give a range of the 3 colours, but there is still the same amount of pure gold in the mix.
So then What is Sterling Silver really?
Pure Silver is an element and is 100% pure silver, otherwise in jewellery terms known as "Fine Silver"
Again, this is lovely but too soft for the wear and tear expected from jewellery, and so a little bit of copper is added to make it harder. This addition is not enough to change the colour and brightness, but can account for some peoples sensitivity to wearing silver. The purity mark on your Sterling Silver will be the number 925. This means it is 92.5% Pure Silver, and the remaining 7.5% is pure copper. ALL sterling silver jewellery is required to have this mark, so if your other silver jewellery ( not from here) doesn't have it, then its likely to be plated. Beware of jewellery sold as "Silver" as it is also likely to be just cheap plated metal and not solid Sterling Silver.
Pure Silver is an element and is 100% pure silver, otherwise in jewellery terms known as "Fine Silver"
Again, this is lovely but too soft for the wear and tear expected from jewellery, and so a little bit of copper is added to make it harder. This addition is not enough to change the colour and brightness, but can account for some peoples sensitivity to wearing silver. The purity mark on your Sterling Silver will be the number 925. This means it is 92.5% Pure Silver, and the remaining 7.5% is pure copper. ALL sterling silver jewellery is required to have this mark, so if your other silver jewellery ( not from here) doesn't have it, then its likely to be plated. Beware of jewellery sold as "Silver" as it is also likely to be just cheap plated metal and not solid Sterling Silver.
Payment Options
ALL International Orders must use Paypal, thank you.
Australian orders can be paid for using Paypal, Direct Deposit, Visa/Mastercard, Money Order or Cheque.
Direct deposit, credit card or Paypal details will be given by email after you send your inquiry. Please note, your credit card details need to be done over the phone for best security.
If you would like to include a cheque or money order with your order, please remember to include your return Jewellery POSTAGE :)
All prices are listed in Australian currency. To convert your currency from Australian Dollars this site is very useful- http://www.xe.com
When purchasing with Paypal the currency is automatically converted for you.
Australian orders can be paid for using Paypal, Direct Deposit, Visa/Mastercard, Money Order or Cheque.
Direct deposit, credit card or Paypal details will be given by email after you send your inquiry. Please note, your credit card details need to be done over the phone for best security.
If you would like to include a cheque or money order with your order, please remember to include your return Jewellery POSTAGE :)
All prices are listed in Australian currency. To convert your currency from Australian Dollars this site is very useful- http://www.xe.com
When purchasing with Paypal the currency is automatically converted for you.
Postage within Australia
Australian orders - Regular Post $10.00
Insured post $20.00
Please note both Regular and Insured have a tracking number. Please advise which you prefer upon ordering.
Insured post $20.00
Please note both Regular and Insured have a tracking number. Please advise which you prefer upon ordering.
International Shipping
Regular International Airmail with Tracking Number - $25.00 AU
taking around 2 weeks for delivery to most countries.
If you would like your parcel Insured please ask for the current price.
taking around 2 weeks for delivery to most countries.
If you would like your parcel Insured please ask for the current price.
Ring Sizing
Ring sizes are available in the British system of J to Y. To work out your ring size plus size conversions for different countries go to
http://www.onlineconversion.com/ring_size.htm
http://www.onlineconversion.com/ring_size.htm
Waiting Time
Most jewellery designs in Sterling Silver will take 2-3 weeks to make for you.
All designs in Gold require a period of 4 weeks before shipping, so please allow 4 weeks in Australia and 6 weeks for International orders ( to allow for the longer shipping time).
Horsehair items in Sterling Silver will be made within 3 weeks of receiving the horsehair from you. Horse Hair jewellery in GOLD require 4 weeks to make.
If your design has custom modifications there may be an additional waiting time also.
If you are wanting to order for a gift in short notice, please email to inquire about faster availability prior to ordering, or consider a Gift Certificate.
Each piece is made with precision and quality. You are ordering an original piece of wearable art made by a professional, not a mass produced or "hobbycraft" piece. Enjoy the anticipation!
All designs in Gold require a period of 4 weeks before shipping, so please allow 4 weeks in Australia and 6 weeks for International orders ( to allow for the longer shipping time).
Horsehair items in Sterling Silver will be made within 3 weeks of receiving the horsehair from you. Horse Hair jewellery in GOLD require 4 weeks to make.
If your design has custom modifications there may be an additional waiting time also.
If you are wanting to order for a gift in short notice, please email to inquire about faster availability prior to ordering, or consider a Gift Certificate.
Each piece is made with precision and quality. You are ordering an original piece of wearable art made by a professional, not a mass produced or "hobbycraft" piece. Enjoy the anticipation!
GST
Australia only - please note GST is not applicable to my items at this stage.
An invoice will be sent to you with your order but NO GST is included and therefore will not be refundable through your BAS.
ABN ( Australian Business Number) is 78 921 566 044.
An invoice will be sent to you with your order but NO GST is included and therefore will not be refundable through your BAS.
ABN ( Australian Business Number) is 78 921 566 044.