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Post by SweetieBugs on Sept 18, 2017 22:24:49 GMT
I was watching a TV show that featured a woman wearing one of Origami Owl living lockets and they look so cute. I'm just wondering how the quality holds up and if you are still satisfied with you purchase (I couldn't find any newer threads on this--one from way back in 2014 I think). I think I would use my own chains however.
I noticed Pandora has a "living locket" now too but of course it is quite expensive (and I have a lot of Pandora charms but just don't want to spend $140 for just the locket). I guess if I knew it was high quality and I would definitely be happy with it for many years I would consider it but I'm not at that point. However, I don't want to get the Origami Owl one if it seems cheap either.
Would love some input from those that have one or have seen one. Thanks.
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Post by The Birdhouse Lady on Sept 18, 2017 22:30:19 GMT
I have two of their lockets. One big one and a smaller one, plus lots of charms.
To be honest I don't wear it as much as I thought I would. That being said they are in perfect condition! I used to be gung ho on those Italian charm bracelets years ago and I don't wear that either!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 19, 2017 0:37:25 GMT
I have one, don't wear it often, because I don't wear it to sleep. I love it, was given it by my DIL and DGSs, it has great meaning. I also don't change my earrings or ring, sometimes add other rings if I remember. Wear my Medical Alert bracelet, adds others to go out......
I think my locket is stainless, but I put it on a much heavier sterling chain.
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Post by myshelly on Sept 19, 2017 0:40:58 GMT
Super overpriced.
You can get the same thing (memory lockets and charms) at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or eBay.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 19, 2017 0:44:57 GMT
We bought one for my mom for mothers day after my brother died. It was in memoriam. She loves it and still wears it. We bought it in 2014. So she's had it for three years now.
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Post by SweetieBugs on Sept 19, 2017 1:02:50 GMT
Super overpriced. You can get the same thing (memory lockets and charms) at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or eBay.
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Sept 19, 2017 1:08:05 GMT
I have an OO living locket. It fell apart in less than 2 weeks, and the consultant did not make it easy to get it replaced. I have lockets I purchased from Joanns (with a coupon, of course) that are IMO the same quality, for a fraction of the price.
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Post by myshelly on Sept 19, 2017 1:14:20 GMT
Super overpriced. You can get the same thing (memory lockets and charms) at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or eBay.
My friend bought an oragami owl one and I have seen it/held it/etc. in person. They are very, very close in quality. Oragami Owl is an MLM with the typical MLM (read: more than retail) mark up. |
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Post by SweetieBugs on Sept 19, 2017 3:07:00 GMT
I have an OO living locket. It fell apart in less than 2 weeks, and the consultant did not make it easy to get it replaced. I have lockets I purchased from Joanns (with a coupon, of course) that are IMO the same quality, for a fraction of the price.
If you don't buy Origami Owl, where do you purchase charms? |
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Sept 19, 2017 3:36:22 GMT
I have an OO living locket. It fell apart in less than 2 weeks, and the consultant did not make it easy to get it replaced. I have lockets I purchased from Joanns (with a coupon, of course) that are IMO the same quality, for a fraction of the price.
If you don't buy Origami Owl, where do you purchase charms?They sell them at all the craft stores, as well as the lockets. I've also purchased charms that represent my kids through HS fan mech fundraisers for my DS basketball team, and DD marching band. ETA: I've see a lot of charms in other mom's lockets, that came from eBay. |
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Post by cycworker on Sept 19, 2017 4:52:49 GMT
I absolutely love my Origami Owl necklaces. I have two or three lockets. I'm not a big fan of the chains.
I'll admit I don't entirely consider them high end jewelry. I think they do look nice, though I tend to consider it very nice looking costume jewelry. I have had other costume jewelry that wasn't nearly as attractive as my OO stuff.
You don't want to sleep with it on. I've only ever had problems with something falling apart one time, and it had something to do with wearing it to bed.
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Post by Just Beth on Sept 19, 2017 4:55:44 GMT
My chain tarnished to a large degree within a couple months. I wasn't thrilled.
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Post by blue tulip on Sept 19, 2017 11:47:20 GMT
Super overpriced. You can get the same thing (memory lockets and charms) at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, or eBay. this. I love mine, and it has held up very well, but I do feel that I could've gotten comparable result with items from craft stores. unfortunately they started carrying them after I had already bought my locket. |
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Post by schizo319 on Sept 19, 2017 12:49:43 GMT
They're fine for costume jewelry (although now there are many knock-offs that are the same quality). The chains are rubbish, mine lasted maybe 2 wears before it started turning dull grey around the back of my neck. Typical MLM quality.
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Post by maryannscraps on Sept 19, 2017 13:10:18 GMT
I bought my OO locket years ago, and I still love it. The chain is indeed cheaply made. I wear it with other chains I own. The ones at the craft stores are of very similar quality, and you can find charms all over ebay and amazon. I love the idea and have gotten lots of compliments on it. The woman I bought it from was super sweet -- I didn't realize they were a MLM at the time.
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Post by bethany102399 on Sept 19, 2017 13:17:58 GMT
My locket has held up beautifully, I'm picky about chains so I didn't get one from them. I don't think the quality of the lockets is as good at the craft stores, but have bought charms there. My OO charms have also held up well, but I've seen them on ebay/amazon and would not hesitate to buy from those outlets. Some of the OO charms I haven't seen anywhere else, there was a nativity one that I loved that was perfect for my MIL. Others, like birth stones or basic shapes and some hobbies are very common and easy to find.
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Post by myshelly on Sept 19, 2017 13:51:52 GMT
I have an OO living locket. It fell apart in less than 2 weeks, and the consultant did not make it easy to get it replaced. I have lockets I purchased from Joanns (with a coupon, of course) that are IMO the same quality, for a fraction of the price.
If you don't buy Origami Owl, where do you purchase charms?They sell them at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, ebay. |
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