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Our custom jewelry is handmade with real whiskers. All designs can be customized with your own pet's whiskers, ashes, fur, teeth, feathers and scales too! After check out an emailed Etsy receipt will provide you with my whisker shipping address and notification is provided upon their safe arrival ^..^
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Alyssa on Mar 20, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI contacted the artist with a special design request, which she quickly responded she was happy to accommodate. Communication was compassionate throughout, and the final product is beautiful. Such a wonderful way to memorialize my sweet pup.
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Astea on Mar 16, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful, well made, this brought tears to my eyes when I opened it. Thank you for this wonderful keepsake of my best boy.
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Jill on Mar 14, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI am so happy with my one of a kind memorial jewelry. It’s absolutely beautiful. It means the world to me to have a memory of my fur baby to keep with me at all times.
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Robin on Mar 26, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI couldn’t be happier with the ring Volana crafted with my dear Monte’s whiskers. Our communications were helpful, and the ring turned out better than I could have imagined, since I’d asked her to match the color to my boy’s eyes. I love my ring, and I will let others who are grieving their little companions know about Volana’s artistry.
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Cheryl on Mar 24, 2024
5 out of 5 starsVolana is amazing! My earrings are perfectly crafted with my late kitty's whiskers and fur. The light green color matched his eyes perfectly. This jewelry honors my cat's memory. Volana handles everything with care, and even returned the unused portions of his whiskers and fur. She's compassionate and truly loves and honors animals. Highly recommend!
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Lysandra on Mar 24, 2024
5 out of 5 starsShe made me a completely custom set for my wedding. Absolutely stunning quality. It was better than I ever imagined and so beautiful. She was also so kind and helpful with finding exactly what I wanted. Outstanding product with wonderful customer service. I definitely recommend to anyone and can’t wait to purchase more from here
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Danielle on Mar 23, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSpectacular purchase experience and I’m absolutely in love with my ring. THANK YOU!
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koriloder on Mar 22, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThis absolutely blew me away! I ordered it as a gift for my mom who recently lost her cat. Jen was SO responsive and easy to work with and kept me updated every step of the way. The finished product is awesome and brought my mom to tears. Worth every single penny! Thank you so so much! ❤️
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Andrea on Mar 20, 2024
5 out of 5 starsA beautiful and expertly crafted piece! The perfect way to remember my beloved cat.
About VolanaKote
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Volana Kote
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Hello and thank you for stopping by! My name is Jen and I adore animals. I have an incomprehensible obsession with jewelry and am constantly in search of the most perfect piece. Next to my kitties, making and creating brings me the most joy.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get MY pet's whisker to you?
My whisker mailing address is provided after check out. An automated email receipt will be sent with my shipping information and I'll notify you upon their safe arrival! (Zip locks work great for transport as well as old pill containers.)
Can I send hair or fur?
Yes, I can make custom keepsakes out of hair or fur. Please keep in mind that visibility varies depending on color and thickness. A contrasting bezel background color helps with better visibility.
How many whiskers do I need to send?
Each of my listings notes a recommended number of whiskers to send. Each setting requires a different number depending on the setting size. (If you're short a whisker or two, no worries! Most settings look amazing even with 1 whisker!) ^..^
Any whiskers or whisker portions not included in the jewelry setting will be returned to you with your finished jewel.
How long does it take to make a whisker jewel?
I can create most personalized whisker keepsakes within 7-10 days of whisker receipt. (Notification will be sent upon whisker arrival as well as jewel completion with insured shipping.) Items requiring more work time have notations in their product descriptions.
Can I hand deliver my whiskers to you?
Yes, you can! I attend several events throughout the year that are listed in my 'Shop Announcements'. If you're local to any of these event, please feel free to pop by!
Can you make keepsakes with ashes?
Yes, I can, and would be honored. Most settings only require about 1/2 a teaspoon and you can also add a background color. Feel free to message me with any concerns.
Is this jewelry waterproof?
Whiskers, ashes and fur are all safely set and sealed with a crystal clear jeweler's grade epoxy resin that's formulated for high resistance to light exposure and UV rays from the sun. The resin coating is extremely durable, waterproof, heat & chemical resistant.
Can I wear my jewelry in the shower?
As a general rule, it is recommended to remove all your jewelry before you take a shower. Keeping it in a safe, dry place will help preserve its beauty and integrity for a long time.
Wearing solid gold jewelry, white gold or yellow gold, in the shower will not harm the metal itself, however it can reduce the shine therefore it is not recommended. Sterling Silver jewelry tarnishes when it is exposed to moisture and sulfur in the air but can easily be removed with a polishing cloth. Showering with gold plated jewelry can eventually cause the gold layer to wear off completely, therefore you should definitely refrain from doing so.
(Soaps, oils, and lotions tend to leave a film on jewelry, effectively dulling their sparkle.)
How should I clean my jewelry?
Please avoid harsh chemicals. I personally use Sunshine Polishing cloths to safely clean just about everything! Recommended for gold, silver, brass, and copper - sunshine cloths are pre-treated with a high-quality, micro-abrasive polishing compound that shines metals right up.
Can I send dog/rabbit/ferret whiskers, horse/pig/goat hair, or naturally shed snake skin?
I'm happy to include any of these features from your special friend. Please feel free to reach out with any questions...and photos of your sweetheart are appreciated too!