GARDINER DESIGN
Welcome
Welcome to our Canadian internet store. We sell our products at shows, in classes, through our shopping cart, and by email or phone. We make and sell our own beadwork kits, chain mail kits, and jump rings. We also sell related tools, supplies and books.
Kits
We are very confident about the quality of our kits, and delighted with the positive feedback from customers and students about the instructions. Our website has some free projects so that you can preview the style of instructions that are in the kits. Be sure to check the listing of new kits in the store.
Jump Rings
The shopping cart has jump rings available in packages and by the troy ounce. If you need a size that's not there, just ask. The rings are all .925 sterling silver. Contact us if you want a size you don't see. For example, we have some 0.9 mm wire (19 gauge) available for making rings.
To see the jump ring information in charts, go to http://www.marilyngardiner.com/SS01.html
Argentium
We now make jump rings, as well as the newest chain mail kits, with tarnish resistant Argentium sterling silver. Read about it at http://www.argentiumsilver.info/index.php/home
Clasps
We specialize in discovering extraordinary clasps—those that are unusual, or beautiful—ones that have a WOW factor. We also have the classics that are well-made and truly functional. Take a look and see if you agree. We're always open to hearing about new sources.
Books
Every book I could find about chain mail (and a few about wirework) is here. It's a relatively small library that is affordable for the enthusiast. The newest book, Chain Making Techniques, by Anne Mitchell, would make an excellent addition to your collection.
Newsletter
We are in the process of building a list of customers, students, and interested bystanders who would like to receive occasional newsletters with updates on new products, upcoming events and tidbits of interesting information. To join, go to my Home page & click on the Email List button.
