Featured Member ~ Leanne of Byond the Looking Glass

Genuine Crystal drop earrings in gold and silver

6mm Gemstone Stacker Ring

​What is the name of your shop?  Byond The Looking Glass (Gems)

​How long has your Etsy shop been open?  I opened my shop at the end of May last year- a 30th birthday to challenge to share my love of gems with the world!

​How long have you been doing your craft?  I've been creating my own pieces for years for myself, friends and family, but finally decided to start selling them to the public last May after MUCH encouragement from my lovely sister.

​How did you get started?  I suppose you could say I started as a five year old girl in gumboots picking "Gems" out of the back alley and bringing them home for my collection. I've always loved Gems, but started crafting them into jewelry when I was always so disappointed in the market- it seemed like there was no such thing as affordable, quality hypoallergenic gemstone jewelry. So I started making my own :)

​Where can people find you online?  I have a Facebook page and Instagram account filled with my up to date designs @ByondTheLookingGlassGems

Mantra Mala

Gemstone Stacker Bracelet

What do you like about selling on Etsy? ​  What I love about selling on Etsy is being able to create the "custom" experience for my fans without the cost of custom pricing! At shows, I can only bring what I've already made, but through Etsy people can truly connect with and order the stone they were looking for and have it featured in almost any design!

Pearl and Herkimer Diamond Layered Wedding Necklace

Roots & Wings Handstamped Saskatchewan Wanderlust Gemstone Necklace

Crystal Quartz Slice charm lariat gemstone necklace *customizable charm*

​What's been your best Etsy experience?  One of my best Etsy experiences was just recently- a husband snuck onto his wife's account and secretly ordered her a piece she has favourited. He was able to take the design she loved and add the personal touches to create a beautiful story to surprise her with. I'm so happy I was able to be a part of it

​​Is there anything else you would like to share with us about your shop or yourself?  Please, please, please make custom requests! It's all about connecting with the gem that's right for you!

Crowned Gemstone Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver