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Great service
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
I, Melinda Jernigan, a wife of Christian worship leader, recording artist, and author, Dennis Jernigan, mother of 9, (plus four sons and three daughter's-in-law), grandmother to 12 and beaded jewelry artist, understand God had designed and created each of us to be different and unique. Just as the Lord has designed us each to be unique individuals, I have a deep desire to use the creativity He has placed in me to design and produce beaded jewelry and accessories made by my own hand - meaning each piece is one of a kind. If more than one item of the same kind is needed, (each one may vary slightly), chalk it up to artistic flare!
I use an eclectic array of materials: sterling silver, copper, gemstones from around the world, Swarovski crystals, artisan glass beads, plated metals, varied glass beads, guitar picks, and more…I have some fun custom ordered handbags and accessories available as well.
Published in "Sparkling Circles" Swarovski crystal gemstone beaded earring designs in BeadStyle: 365 Earrings special issue and book as well as being featured in an article on "Large Hole Beads" in the Bead&Button Magazine, February 2008 issue.
Custom orders (weddings, graduations, Mother’s Day, Prom, Christmas…) are available and encouraged. Personalized service is one my specialties. I am passionate about my beaded jewelry art and love to work with other passionate, art-loving people.
What people are saying
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Steve Averett
For Custom Swarovski Crystal Beaded Bridal Necklace4.7Melinda was a joy to work with. She was very creative and designed a solution I was very happy with. She consistently communicated with me in a prompt and professional manner and, in my opinion, over delivered on her promises. I would not hesitate to work with her again and highly recommend her services.
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Claire Hopkins
For New Misc. Project5.0 - KV
Kathleen Viens
For Remember Mom ~ Crystal Pearl Sterling Charm Bracelet5.0I had been searching, to no avail, for ankle bracelets for my daughters. I'd wanted an angel wing with a purple stone- a remembrance piece. Their grandmother had passed. Her favorite color purple. I'm so happy to have stumbled onto the custommade website. Melinda's talents go beyond wonderful. These pieces are exactly what I'd hoped for and more. I am so excited to give these pieces to my daughters, at Christmas.
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Patricia Sproat Sproat
For You Are Beautiful ~ Swarovski Crystal Sterling Silver Bracelet5.0I love the bracelets and Melinda is wonderful to work with. I love doing business with her. They arrived much sooner than I expected.
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Claire Hopkins
For Repurposed Beads and other broken jewelry5.0 - CH
Claire Hopkins
For new proposal5.0Thank you!
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Claire Hopkins
For Custom Swarovski Crystal Beaded Watch5.0I was very happy with the final product! She created it to the specifications that I asked and was very efficient. Her work is beautiful and excellently made. I would definitely order from her shop in the future. The items she makes are of excellent quality and absolutely stunning.
ARAndy Ray
For You Are Beautiful ~ Swarovski Crystal Sterling Silver Bracelet5.0Outstanding experience, great communication and fast shipping.
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Ross Williams
For Custom Hand Stamped Mother/Grandmother Birthstone Charm Necklace4.5 - PS
Patricia Sproat Sproat
For You Are Beautiful ~ Swarovski Crystal Sterling Silver Bracelet5.0Everything was exactly as promised. The shipping was very fast. I absolutely love the bracelets!
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Irma
For Earrings cascading sterling silver pearl earrings5.0Melinda was very professional, very quick with knowing what I want and how I wanted. I would use her in a heart beat. Thanks again!
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Tanya
For Embrace ~ Freshwater Pearl Leather Sterling Silver Earrings5.0Thank you.
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Tanya
For Custom Birthstone Swarovski Crystal Earrings5.0Thank you.
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Denise Eveland
For an ankle bracelet Just like the one pictured5.0She did a great job making my ankle bracelet! Received it in the mail yesterday and still haven't taking it off! A+ person to work with and will use again if I have anything else made!
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Vicki Di Paolo
For Lap of Luxury necklace5.0Melinda was wonderful to work with and my necklace is gorgeous! I added earrings to match - I can't wait to wear the set. So pretty and so in style!
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Vicki Di Paolo
For earrings5.0The earrings were an add on after my "lap of luxury" necklace was made - they coordinate so well and are so pretty!
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