Charm Factory - Review & Giveaway

The Charm Factory is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico and offers unique sterling silver and lead free pewter charms, beads and jewelry making supplies made right here in the USA. They've also recently introduced a new line of Twilight inspired wooden charms. Manager Angie Beauchamp is responsible for many of the designs offered and she loves experimenting with new ideas.

When I sat down to look through all of the charms available, I was overwhelmed. The Charm Factory has a vast selection of charms for everyone, in every category you could possibly think of. That's what makes their bracelets such a special customized gift, whether you're treating yourself or someone special.

Being the indecisive person that I am, I made a list of all of the charms I liked and then slowly narrowed it down. These are the ones that made the cut:

Coffee mug: Because I heart coffee! A little too much.

Heart Locket with cross: I've always loved lockets, and this one displays 2 photos!

Flash Camera: Though I have no time for it, I will always be fascinated with photography.

I am with you Always: A gentle reminder and symbol of my faith.

Moveable Shell Charm: To represent my love for the beach/ocean. And it opens to display a 'pearl'.

Fish Charm: I don't know why, but I'm drawn to fish symbols, even though I'm not a Pisces.

Watering Can: For my green thumb.

And last but certainly not least, the 'I Love to Blog' charm! No explanation needed.

All of these charms arrived at my doorstep, assembled onto a 7-inch sterling silver lobster-clasp bracelet with a 2-inch extender. Charm bracelets are meant to be worn loose, so you need that extender. I did have issues with two of the charms being damaged. Charm Factory Manager, Angie explained that after the charms are soldered to the bracelet, the jewelry is cleaned and tumbled for shine. I could have returned the bracelet for a brand new one, but I didn't want to part with it for that long so she's shipping out two new charms for me. It's nice to know that Charm Factory stands by their jewelry and will correct any problems. I just adore my new charm bracelet.

BUY IT! Mention The Penny-Pinching Mama in the Special Instructions box at checkout and receive a free "I Love to Shop" charm with any purchase! Charm Factory also offers free shipping on any order over $25.00.

WIN IT! Charm Factory would like to give away one sterling sliver charm bracelet with 8 charms to one of my readers!

To enter: Visit Charm Factory and tell me the name of something you love there, other than what was featured above.

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No compensation was received for this review. The sponsor sent me the product, and I offered my honest opinion. Contest closes at 9:00pm EST on December 14th. The winner will be chosen using Random.org. Please leave your email address either in your comment or make sure it is listed on your profile page so that I have a way to contact you. See the giveaway rules located here before entering. GOOD LUCK!