Welcome and thank you for visiting Gemmapop’s Shop!

A little bit about me
I'm a glass designer / maker based in Stafford. I design handmade glass items such as: homeware, jewellery and seasonal decorations.

All glass beads are handmade by a process called lampworking. It’s a technique that uses a gas fueled torch to melt different coloured glass rods. Once in a molten state, the glass is manipulated with various tools to create each unique bead.

I studied Glass at the University of Wolverhampton from 2003 to 2006 and continued my studies at the International Glass Centre in Dudley in 2007. It was here that I started making my own range of glass jewellery by lampworking. I have now been producing my work for over 3 years and have exhibited at many craft fairs around the Midlands.

Over the past year I have been developing a new range of fused work; in this I have created items such as plates, coasters, and bowls from specially selected Spectrum and Bullseye glass. Look out for my new items coming soon!

I find the inspiration for my work comes from many different places, a lot of it comes from the glass itself, I love the way the colours can be blended together when heated to create whirling patterns and textures. I’m very inspired by the ocean, when I’m making my work I try and re-create forms, patterns and spirals made by crashing waves and the movement of water. I try to source glass that best illustrates this.

If you do see something you like but you would prefer a different colour or style etc, just send me an email and I can custom make something for you. I’ll always do my best to try and accommodate you.

Payment

All payments are to be made immediately, at the time of purchase.
I only accept PayPal at the moment, but please note, PayPal also allows you to use your credit card without having to have a PayPal account.
If payment has not cleared within 3 days and no communication has been attempted your order will be cancelled and the item will be relisted.

Shipping

All items will be shipped within 1-2 working days.
All items within the UK are sent using first class recorded delivery (Delivery Aim 1 Day) and will require a signature on delivery.
Please contact me if you would like an item shipping elsewhere and I will enquire into the postage costs for your area.

Please make sure your PayPal shipping address matches your Folksy address or contact me if you would prefer the item to be sent to an alternative address.
All items are sent securely wrapped in bubble wrap and in a padded jiffy bag; I do try wherever possible to use recycled packaging for mailing items.

Refunds and Exchanges

I hope that you are pleased with your purchase but in the case that you are not happy for any reason, please follow the procedures set out below.
In the case that an item arrives to you damaged from shipping or there is a problem with your order, please contact me immediately through the Folksy contact link and I can try and solve your queries.
If you are not completely happy with your purchase simply return the item, within 10 days, unworn in its original packaging and I will gladly refund the cost of the item (please note that you will be responsible for the return shipping charges).

Please note no returns and/or refunds after 10 days from delivery date.
*All items must be returned unworn, in original packaging*

* Please note - my shop will be changing its name to 'Handmade Gems' In the next coming weeks *

Please drop by and have a look at my new items! www.folksy.com/shops/HandmadeGems