Always a pleasure working with Wendy and David of Magpie Gemstones. Very knowledgeable and talented, Wendy curates a very nice selection of gemstones and artisan crafted jewelry, be you looking for beads and supplies or another gorgeous specimen for your collection. Very up front and honest about the treatments some gems may undergo in processing, and gem grading. Also, a wealth of knowledge on techniques and very openly shares it.
Iāve shopped both the jewelry making side and metaphysical as well. Completely trust the recommendations that Wendy suggests while discussing projects Iām working on, and my own rock, gem, and mineral collection. Iāve never been disappointed with my selections; always full of flash, sparkle, and sometimes glow! Packages have always been wrapped with care. Magpie Gemstones is my number one choice when Iām shopping for cabochons for electroforming or a new pretty piece to display. Have even been lucky enough to have shopped the brick and mortar location while in the greater Chicago area. Highly...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreMagpie is conveniently located inside Industrial Treasures, which makes sense as itās full of impeccably curated crystal treasures. Anyone who collects seriously or just loves a good tumbled crystal or gemstone bracelet will find something to bring home. If you create crystal jewelry, there are more beads and jewelry-making items than Iāve ever seen in one place. Wendy has chosen unique and interesting crystals for her collection of offerings here! Sheās so helpful and patient. Just popping in to look around would be a fun visit but I doubt youāll leave empty-handed. She also has a lovely selection of jewelry and some metaphysical...
Ā Ā Ā Read moreSHOP HERE. From the first time I randomly went into this shop, I right away loved the vibe theres so much to see. The owner is so helpful sweet & she answers all my questions. Personally every time i buy new crystals here later in the day I ALWAYS feel so charged out of nowhere to make decisions for my next step in life, and then I think of what we did differently and i remember omg I bought those crystals earlier!! THEY REALLY GET THE BALL ROLLING EVERY TIME. So all you need to know is this place is fun! All the people are sweet! And the crystals are real! And reasonably affordable! also the rings...
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