Eden Hand Arts
P.O. Box 784
E. Dennis MA 02641
508-385-9708
Due to unprecedented demand in the summer of 2010 we had to begin a system of admitting people to the shop with tickets only. This process will be in place during our busiest times; July and August, the first week we open for a season and a holiday week (like Memorial Day or Thanksgiving). Tickets are given out on a first come first serve basis for no charge. PLEASE SEE BELOW THE SECTION LABELED TICKETS FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.
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Eden Hand Arts P.O. Box 784 E. Dennis MA 02641 508-385-9708 |
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In the beginning there was Eden
A small part of the Garden lingers on Route 6A in Dennis. As in any garden you will find flowers, fruit, and insects.
Also at Eden, the well-known Eden® Cape Cod Screwball® bracelet, distinguished by its fit and simple elegant style. Designed by John Carey, it is still made on the premises by John's son-in-law.
Of course, since this is Eden, Eve's spirit is also found here. Noted for her unique Majolica, she fashioned pottery painted with motifs of friendly beasts and birds. Eve and J. C.'s daughter, Rachel Carey-Harper, is also a potter and current owner of the family business.
Come back to Eden,, where the serpent over the door is only a painted image, and admiration for our imagination is never forbidden.
Authenticity
No other jewelry maker is authorized to manufacture or sell the Cape Cod Screwball® bracelet!
Please don't be fooled by imitations. Beyond the ethical considerations they are often of questionable quality, fit and over-priced.|
To prove authenticity we now have an Eden® tag on all our Cape Cod Screwball® bracelets. (Previous customers can purchase one for a nominal fee providing they have with them one of our originals.) |
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Hours
Due to unprecedented demand we are unable to keep up as everything is physically made by us. Therefore, Eden will be open Thursday through Saturday 10 to 5 With tickets only. You can pick up a ticket for no charge, while they last, from Eden staff located at the parking area off Dr. Lords Rd. We will stay open until we can no longer make enough, August 28th at the latest. We accept cash or checks only, no credit or debit cards. We will re-open for the holiday season Nov 17 and through November Wednesday through Saturday except closed Thanksgiving. And Thursday through Saturday during December closed Christmas. Open for exchanges Dec. 30 & 31 then closed again until mid-May)
Eden Tickets
Why: In the summer of 2010 the demand for our jewelry far exceeded our ability to make it by hand or the ability of the property and neighborhood to handle the crowds. Parking was a major problem and people had to wait many hours in line to get into the shop. We need to preserve Eden as a small handmade traditionally Cape Cod endeavor.
What: Eden tickets are handed out free of charge for a particular day, either morning (10-1) or afternoon (1-4:30) and are for either going inside the shop to browse or in the outside line for people who have returns, exchanges, repairs or one or two things that they know what they want. These tickets are good for 2-3 people and ensure that customers who are planning to come to the shop are able to get in with a modest amount of wait time and places to park (providing not everyone arrives at the same time, hint, hint).
When: Eden tickets are now required for all of July and August. The rest of the year we are open (Mid-November through December and Mid May they will probably be unnecessary with the possible exception of the first day we open for a season or the Saturday of a holiday weekend (like Memorial Day or Thanksgiving). The answering machine (508) 385-9708 will give information if they are recommended for other times.
How: It is recommended that tickets be picked up ahead of time. When Eden is open, staff will either provide them or direct you to the appropriate person. Be prepared with an alternate date and time as they are given out on a first come first serve basis. Tickets will also be available through the mail providing you send a self-addressed stamped envelope (sase) and specify the date and time you want to come and two alternatives. We will try to accommodate your first request if at all possible. DO NOT SEND ANYTHING ELSE THROUGH THE MAIL. The address is P.O. Box 784, E. Dennis Ma 02641. Please allow 3 weeks for your request to get to us, for us to process your request and send the ticket to you. Don't forget the sase!
Our intention is for Eden to live up to its name. Our hope is that this ticket process will provide a sense of peace and tranquility so appreciated by all who connect with this little tiny corner of our beautiful world. We sincerely apologize for any confusion or difficulty you experienced. The alternative was to close for the summer. We do wish we could have had a smoother transition.
Parking
There is a small parking area in front, another behind our sign and a third off Dr. Lords Road. Please park in designated spaces. Do not park on any streets as you will get fined. Please respect our neighbors and do not turn around in their driveways.
How to Find Us
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We are located at the intersection of Route 6A, Dr. Lord's Road, and Sesuit Neck Rd.,* approximately 1 mile west of the intersection of Rtes. 134 and 6A or approximately 1 mile east of the Dennis Post Office, Public Market, etc. |
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Contacting Us
Our mailing address is P.O. Box 784, E. Dennis, MA 02641. Our phone number is 508-385-9708. We do not do business over the Internet.
Measuring for a Proper Fit
Our Eden® Cape Cod Screwball® bracelet is designed to fit each individual wrist. The bracelet should be free to move over the wrist bone without catching on the bone. The bracelet definitely should not be able to turn around the wrist. To meet these specifications, the bracelets are manufactured in 1/8-inch increments, which means we have over 50 sizes. If you would like to purchase a bracelet as a gift, you may measure the lucky person's wrist yourself. To ensure a proper fit, measure the wrist over the wrist bone using a plastic tape (do not use rubber bands, yarn, or any other stretchable material ). Pull the tape tight. We will then adjust the measurement to ensure comfort and maintain the style.
Neckwires cannot be measured off the premises. Each of our neckwires is bent to fit the individual neck. Because necks have either a horizontal or vertical oval shape, and because some necks are rounder than others, a simple tape measurement will not provide the accuracy we require. We need the neck. Gift certificates are available.
Other Information
We accept checks or cash. We do not accept credit or debit cards. We do not ship, nor do we accept mail orders.
To Care for your Hand-Wrought Jewelry
Silver:
1. Frequent removal of fitted sterling silver bracelets can deform the shape and cause the bracelet to crack and, eventually, to break.. Most bracelets cannot be repaired. (Repeated opening and closing causes the metal to become brittle.)
2. Pools with chlorine will darken silver. This tarnish can be removed with silver polish and elbow grease.
3. Occasionally, a person's skin becomes more acid than usual. The acid causes silver to tarnish. Clean the jewelry with silver polish.
Gold
1. Chlorine in pools (or for household use) reacts with the gold and will cause breakage, especially when the jewelry comes in contact with chlorine daily. The same is true of bromine used in hot tubs.
2. Repeated removal of fitted bracelets may cause breakage. Most bracelets cannot be repaired.
Eden Return Policy
All of our work is unconditionally guaranteed to be free of defects in materials or workmanship. (This does not include the above mentioned issues.)
During regular shop hours, unworn jewelry may be exchanged for a different size or may be returned with a dated sales slip within 4 weeks of purchase, unless an alternate date is specified on the sales slip. Do not return bracelets through the mail. Pierced earrings are not returnable by law.
We fashion our jewelry with care and with love. Please treat it well and it should provide you with years of enjoyment.
