Showing posts with label charm factory. Show all posts
Showing posts with label charm factory. Show all posts

Oct 14, 2011

Jewelry Tags by the Charm Factory - My Review

I was selected to review the Charm Factory Custom Engraved Metal Jewelry Tags.  Super excited, I looked at the choices of sizes, shapes and metals.  My logo is detailed and I was thrilled to get the chance to test out jewelry tags with my logo.  My final selection was Sterling Silver Ovals:


The tags arrived very quickly and I was so surprised that as tiny as they were, they made a big statement about the quality of my handmade jewelry.  These sterling tags bring my designs up a notch and give my jewelry a sophisticated genuine feel, very professional!


I would highly recommend the Charm Factory Custom Engraved Metal Jewelry Tags!
There are several metals, sizes, shapes, letter fonts, etc.  These are truly custom!

The detail of the engraving is amazing!  This is my logo and I haven't polished the tag or darkened it with a patina.  The words are super tiny but very clear.  Click the photo to see it even bigger!


I love the look of my new jewelry tags!

Guess what else I can do with them?


I can clip off the little loop and solder them onto the back of pieces!



The little logo looks great on the back, and we all know that customers flip over items to see the back!

Please visit the Charm Factory website to see more about ordering your own tags:
http://www.charmfactory.com/engravedtags.aspx

Kathy

Disclosure: I received custom-made jewelry tags from The Charm Factory at no charge in exchange for a review of my opinion. The opinions expressed are my own personal and honest thoughts. No other compensation was given.



Feb 17, 2011

Part 3 Charm Factory Metal Clay Stamp Test - Video! by York Avenue Studio

So now that I've received my new Signature Stamp from the Charm Factory, here is my very own Testing Demo Video!

In case you didn't catch my previous post on this product review, I've been selected as a tester for a new product by The Charm Factory.
 
After I was contacted, we exchanged ideas on my logo design for the stamp.  The stamp is about the size of a thumbnail, 1/2 inch circle.  My logo is a little too complex to be that tiny, so I suggested a simple street sign with "York Ave".  Here is my logo and a preview of this idea:


















I was pleased, but not completely thrilled that the stamp for my jewelry would be so simple and plain.  It was a wonderful stamp and I would use it, but I wished there was more detail.  Well, I am thrilled with what happened next! 

Here is what the stamp would look like in metal clay:



Charm Factory Signature Stamp



I drew a smaller version of my logo and played with the words and the picture and came up with an idea with more detail, but not so much that it wouldn't be recognizable as a stamp.  I sent the sketch to the Charm Factory for their input.

The Charm Factory responded very quickly with the following version of my logo sketch, which is the final design for my new stamp!  I am so thrilled with how professional the design looks and how wonderful the Charm Factory is to work with.  They truly put such effort into making my stamp look like MY stamp!



My sketch for logo
















Charm Factory Design from my sketch















Charm Factory Signature Stamp - York Avenue Studio




I've had a chance to use my new stamp with some silver metal clay and I made a little video to show you all! 
 
From the product testing that I conducted using the Signature Stamp from the Charm Factory, I’ve discovered three possible ways to use my new stamp. 
 
1.  This stamp, used with a light touch, will stamp my logo very clearly on the back of my designs.  The stamp is very easy to use and leaves a super clear imprint of my logo with tiny words.  Amazing!
 
2.  My design includes a circle around the logo.  I found, by happy accident, that if I press firmly, the stamp cuts the circle out of the clay around my logo.  This makes perfect little jewelry tags!  I can put a small hole in the cutout and include this tag in my beaded jewelry.
 
3.  The little cutout circles can also be used to gently layer my logo onto the back of a delicate piece that a stamp would otherwise crush the design on the opposite side.  The logo cutout can be set into place with slip or paste and results in a little raised logo circle.
 
Without further ado.........
 
 
 
I am so pleased with this new tool and I hope that my testing results will help anyone deciding whether they want to order one for themselves.  I also hope that when you design your logo, you will consider whether you want the circle outline or not.
 
Please leave a comment below.  I would be very interested in what you think about my logo design and the Signature Stamps from the Charm Factory.
 
Disclosure: I received a custom-made signature stamp from Charm Factory at no charge in exchange for a review of my opinion. The opinions expressed are my own personal and honest thoughts. No other compensation was given.
 
Signature Stamps feature your logo or name and make it very easy to cleanly and precisely brand your jewelry and art. Simply gently press your Signature Stamp into the clay to cut a deep and lasting mark.


Signature Stamps











These custom made stamps are small (1/2" wide) and laser engraved to give you the precision impression you are looking for. You get a long lasting and clear product (unlike rubber stamps) and a great value over more expensive brass stamps. The handle is cast from lead free pewter, and your custom clay stamp is made to order from Delrin, a high temperature plastic also used for notary stamps and other demanding applications.

Order quickly online. There are no quotes, set up fees or additional costs. No matter what the content – text, your signature, or a logo – your Signature Stamps price is only $44.99. (Plus, free shipping is offered in the US.)

Feb 3, 2011

Part 2 Charm Factory Metal Clay Stamp Product Test and Review by York Avenue Studio

Update for Feb 3rd:

I've been selected as a tester for a new product by The Charm Factory.  After I was contacted, we exchanged ideas on my logo design for the stamp.  The stamp is about the size of a thumbnail, 1/2 inch circle.  My logo is a little too complex to be that tiny, so I suggested a simple street sign with "York Ave".  Here is my logo and a preview of this idea:


















I was pleased, but not completely thrilled that the stamp for my jewelry would be so simple and plain.  It was a wonderful stamp and I would use it, but I wished there was more detail.  Well, I am thrilled with what happened next! 

Here is what the stamp would look like in metal clay:


Charm Factory Signature Stamp


I drew a smaller version of my logo and played with the words and the picture and came up with an idea with more detail, but not so much that it wouldn't be recognizable as a stamp.  I sent the sketch to the Charm Factory for their input.

The Charm Factory responded very quickly with the following version of my logo sketch, which is the final design for my new stamp!  I am so thrilled with how professional the design looks and how wonderful the Charm Factory is to work with.  They truly put such effort into making my stamp look like MY stamp!


My sketch for logo















Charm Factory Design from my sketch















Charm Factory Signature Stamp - York Avenue Studio




I will be posting the testing adventure on my blog as soon as the stamp arrives!  Stay tuned, and here is some detail on these amazing stamp tools.  Visit the Charm Factory website at http://www.charmfactory.com/signature-stamps.aspx

Signature Stamps feature your logo or name and make it very easy to cleanly and precisely brand your jewelry and art. Simply gently press your Signature Stamp into the clay to cut a deep and lasting mark.


Signature Stamps










These custom made stamps are small (1/2" wide) and laser engraved to give you the precision impression you are looking for. You get a long lasting and clear product (unlike rubber stamps) and a great value over more expensive brass stamps. The handle is cast from lead free pewter, and your custom clay stamp is made to order from Delrin, a high temperature plastic also used for notary stamps and other demanding applications.

Order quickly online. There are no quotes, set up fees or additional costs. No matter what the content – text, your signature, or a logo – your Signature Stamps price is only $44.99. (Plus, free shipping is offered in the US.)