Posted on WeddingBee.com (May, 2010)
While she isn't on Etsy as far as I know, I would highly recommend http://www.smashingjewels.com/. She is a DC-area jewelry maker who sells at markets and in local shops. I own MANY of her necklaces and have given many necklaces and bracelets of hers as gifts. Everyone has loved the gifts and I get tons of compliments from friends/coworkers when I wear my pieces. If you're ordering several pieces for BMs, she may offer a discount. She can also do custom work. Good luck :-)
Sunday, July 1, 2007
Hi Candace
I just wanted to drop a short email of gratitude and praise for the beautiful jewelry you've designed. During my visit to the area (early June) I had the opportunity to visit twice your stand at the Courthouse Farmers' Market and purchase a few items that have brought my compliments and smiles my way. Thank you!
THANKS!
The Rock Chalk Jayhawk girl from Kansas,
Amy
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
Thanks so much for my coin-pearl set. I have had tons of admirers
Thanks again-
Christine
Monday, August 22, 2005
Hi Candace!
I purchased a mother-of-pearl flower pendant on a pearl chain this past Sat at Courthouse. I wore it all weekend and today to work and have received a million compliments on it! I love it! Thank you! I think it is now my favorite piece of jewelry (except for my engagement ring)! Thanks again and hope to see you at
Best, Jenn
Tuesday, August 2, 2005
Dear Candace,
Just wanted to let you know that the blister pearl necklace arrived today and it is so beautiful! Thank you! This was my 50th (gulp) birthday present to myself. I'm not a huge jewelry person, but I love your pieces--especially this one which blends something beautiful that comes from the sea with art. Thank you for sending it so quickly too.
All good wishes,
Maureen
Saturday, July 16, 2005
Thanks so much for sending me the earrings so fast. They are beautiful. You are quite talented! I'm giving them to my daughter, Kristin, for her birthday. I can't wait to give them to her! Thanks again.
Nancy
Friday, June 10, 2005
Dear Candace,
Thank you for making Katie's wedding so special. All of your beautiful jewelry made the whole event wonderful. Katie has been so excited and pleased with all your ideas and creations. Good luck with your business. I love my necklace a lot! It's lovely. Thanks,
Take care,
Thursday, January 20, 2005
Dear Ms. Marsella,
I bought a beautiful necklace from you at the street fair in Georgetown this past June. (Light green seed pearls; a semi-precious light green stone in the center.) A friend's daughter is leaving the country and I'd like to give her a similar necklace as a going-away present. She really admired the necklace I bought.
Sincerely,
Maureen
