Why pigeons?
They're intelligent, loving, tenacious, survivalists whose iridescence is akin to built in jewelry. Pigeons stand tall, and always look elegant. They tend to be taken for granted because of their ubiquity: a metaphor worthy of exploration.
Pigeons are the underdogs of the bird world.
I always root for Team Underdog.
The jewelry I create is a reflection of this pigeon walk. It is versatile and adaptable; raw and rugged; it's loveliness in one fine package. And then you strut!
Where are you located?
We are in green & beautiful Portland, Oregon USA; occupied land of First Nations tribes: Multnomah, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya and Molalla, as well as many others.
We ship world-wide.
How long have you been in business?
Born in January of 2010, but the shift from being a metalsmith to silversmith began in November of 2019.
Do you have Gift Cards?
Yes, & you'll find them in the dropdown menu in the Shop section.
Feel free to contact us if you prefer a physical gift card, as we also have those.
Do you accept Refunds:
We take great pride in our work and hope that you love the things we make for you.
Before making your purchase please read the entire description, know your ring size, preferred chain lengths, wrist size, etc. I provide photos of the pieces on me so you can see the scale of them.
If you have a further questions about a piece please proactively contact us & we are happy to answer you & provide further details or photos.
If there is a problem with the jewelry due to my craftsmanship, please contact me & I will fix it unless it's clear that it's been overworked & not cared for properly.
All sales are final.
Do you do Custom Work:
We love to bring your ideas to life & do accept some customs.
Prices will vary according to each project.
We ask for a non refundable deposit of $100 as a base fee to ensure commitment & will go over details of your vision with you to get the collaboration just right.
Access the special custom form here.
Do you accept Venmo,Paypal,or Credit cards?
You are welcome to pay with any of these options.
PayPal is a third party credit card processor that keeps all of your transaction information secure. You do not need your own PayPal account to use the service.
Do you accept Personal checks?
We are happy to accept checks and will send the jewelry out to you once the check clears.
What's your Shipping Policy?
Items are shipped out within the first 3-10 business days of receiving the order (orders placed on weekends/holidays and custom/personalized pieces may take a little longer).
Shipping within the US is $6 for orders under $100.
Free shipping domestically & to Canada for items $100+, & free internationally for items $250+.
International orders totaling less than $100 will cost around $25 depending on the country.
There is a cost calculator on the site for your convenience.
What materials do you use in your jewelry?:
Sterling, brass & sometimes copper comprise the jewelry at PHD.
All ear-wires and chain are hypoallergenic; gold filled to go with the brass, or sterling to go with the sterling.
The crystals and stones are purchased consciously with aims in supporting small, family owned mines with the smallest footprint.
Is your packaging environmentally friendly?
We are committed to a maintaining a more sustainable business by using ethically sourced stones, sourcing metals from the USA (diminishing our footprint), & using recycled mailers, gift boxes, & note paper.
There is also an option for carbon offset at checkout.
What/ whom do yousupport with your money?
Every month a portion of profits are donated to different organizations that support human rights, the environment, or animal rights. We're all in this together.
Some places we've donated are: Border Kindness, The Halo Project, Color of Change, Black Lives Matter, The Innocence Project, Sea Shepards, multiple dog & pet rescues etc.
Do you do Bridesmaid's Packagesor Bridal Jewelry?
Gladly, we do. We'd love to help your special day be even more so. Let's talk.
Additional:
-You will find small rubber stoppers to prevent earring loss along with each pair. Extra stoppers are available upon request.
-Every purchase comes with a little token of love & a sticker to display with pride.
