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"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace

"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Joseph Campbell Quote Necklace

MSRP: $76.00
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Joseph Campbell was an American mythologist, writer, and lecturer. His inspirational quote: "We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us" is hand stamped on a hand crafted necklace.  

Although none of us know what is around the corner, having a plan can seem like the best way to avoid pain, discomfort and disappointment. The reality is that we will experience those things no matter what.  Isn’t it better then, to have the pleasure of experience life while walking the path of your destiny, rather than avoiding it?  It's all about acceptance, letting go, and faith.  The perfect gift for anyone who might need this reminder on a daily basis.  Wear the quote as a personal reminder.  

Available in sterling silver or 14kt gold vermeil. 

The quote is written on 3 bars.  Each pendant measures approx 1/4" x 1" (3 cm). 

This style is hung on a 16" chain with a 2" extender. Longer and shorter lengths are available on request.

  • Our Packaging
  • Our Commitment
  • Quality Guarantee
  • Care Instructions
  • Chain Length Guide

When you buy from us, you are in for a treat. Each piece comes carded on a Chocolate and Steel jewelry card with information about the piece and our process. There are two packaging options - compostable cellophane sleeve or our beautiful branded box. To choose the box packaging, select that option here.

The box and card are made from recycled materials. The cellophane sleeve is compostable. There is so much waste generated in commerce and we are committed to reduce it.

chocolate and steel jewelry box with quote necklace on card

chocolate and steel jewelry on card in compostable cellophane sleeve

 

 

 

At Chocolate and Steel, we're committed to making business choices that contribute to a healthy environment, support local economy, and make the world a better place.

Jewelry studio using recycled sterling silver

ENVIRONMENT

The Chocolate and Steel studio makes every effort to tread lightly on our planet.  The studio is powered by wind and solar energy through a program offered by our utility company.  We use recycled paper goods for our packaging and store and reuse any other shipping materials we receive.  The studio is stocked with reusable plates & utensils so nothing is thrown away.

MATERIALS

Our manufacturing processes are also eco-friendly. All jewelry pieces are made with recycled sterling silver, even the gold vermeil option is recycled sterling silver with 14kt gold over it.  We avoid harsh chemicals in our manufacturing whenever possible.  And any pieces that do not pass our quality control are melted down and refined to be used again.  In addition, all of our jewelry is nickel free.

Our packaging is made with recyclable materials, including compostable bags for our wholesale accounts. 

MADE IN THE USA

All of our jewelry is made in the USA, even our chains are manufactured here in the states.  By keeping all aspects of our process in the US we help support our local economy.  Many of our employees are parents so our studio hours support the schedule needed to juggle both a career and a family.

Your satisfaction is our biggest concern.

Do not hesitate to contact us if there is an issue with your purchase.
Your purchase is guaranteed for 1 year.
Any repairs will be done free of charge. If an item cannot be repaired or is out of stock, you will be offered an exchange. After 1 year from purchase, repairs are available for a small fee. We also offer cleaning and resizing for a small fee.
Sterling silver does tarnish over time. The quickest fix is using a tarnish remover dip. Rinse in clean water and dry gently with a towel. Do not use a polishing cloth as that can remove the oxidation from the letters on the piece.
14kt gold vermeil can tarnish after long periods of exposure to sun and dust. When your piece tarnishes you may use a silver tarnish dip. Do not use a polishing cloth as that can remove trace amounts of gold from your piece.

Necklaces are worn at different lengths depending on the style of the necklace but also what you are wearing it with. The same style necklace looks VERY different if you wear it as a choker versus worn longer down the front of your dress.

These images shows where necklaces fall around an average woman's neck.  The model is a size small for shirts, is 5'4" and a bust size B.  Women with larger necks and/or busts should typically go up one size for a similar fit.

 bust with chain lengths

14” - “Collar” necklace.  This size is good for children, young adults and petite women as a collar/choker.

15” - This is the most common size for a choker necklace for most adults.  Our tiny mantra necklaces are typically this length.

16” For most adults this length falls just above the collarbone.  A small pendant would nestle in the hollow of your neck.  This necklace is common for pieces that don’t have a focal point, like our layering chains.  This length is standard length for a petite sized woman.

18” The most common length.  For the average woman this falls just below the collarbone.  For more petite women it will fit lower.  This length is the standard length for an average sized woman.  This length is popular for adding pendants which will hang over a crew neck.

*All of our necklaces that come on standard chains have the capability to be both 16" and 18" - see picture below.

 

20” This length is a good option for pendants.  This falls between your collarbone and your bust. This is another great every day wear option.  Perfect for a low, plunging neckline or if you want to wear it over a turtleneck.

 

Love to layer with different lengths, but hate the tangles?   Try our "Detangling Clasps" that hold 3 necklaces at a time.  

Here's some ways to layer with different length chains.   

Our Packaging

When you buy from us, you are in for a treat. Each piece comes carded on a Chocolate and Steel jewelry card with information about the piece and our process. There are two packaging options - compostable cellophane sleeve or our beautiful branded box. To choose the box packaging, select that option here.

The box and card are made from recycled materials. The cellophane sleeve is compostable. There is so much waste generated in commerce and we are committed to reduce it.

chocolate and steel jewelry box with quote necklace on card

chocolate and steel jewelry on card in compostable cellophane sleeve

 

 

 

Our Commitment

At Chocolate and Steel, we're committed to making business choices that contribute to a healthy environment, support local economy, and make the world a better place.

Jewelry studio using recycled sterling silver

ENVIRONMENT

The Chocolate and Steel studio makes every effort to tread lightly on our planet.  The studio is powered by wind and solar energy through a program offered by our utility company.  We use recycled paper goods for our packaging and store and reuse any other shipping materials we receive.  The studio is stocked with reusable plates & utensils so nothing is thrown away.

MATERIALS

Our manufacturing processes are also eco-friendly. All jewelry pieces are made with recycled sterling silver, even the gold vermeil option is recycled sterling silver with 14kt gold over it.  We avoid harsh chemicals in our manufacturing whenever possible.  And any pieces that do not pass our quality control are melted down and refined to be used again.  In addition, all of our jewelry is nickel free.

Our packaging is made with recyclable materials, including compostable bags for our wholesale accounts. 

MADE IN THE USA

All of our jewelry is made in the USA, even our chains are manufactured here in the states.  By keeping all aspects of our process in the US we help support our local economy.  Many of our employees are parents so our studio hours support the schedule needed to juggle both a career and a family.

Quality Guarantee

Your satisfaction is our biggest concern.

Do not hesitate to contact us if there is an issue with your purchase.
Your purchase is guaranteed for 1 year.
Any repairs will be done free of charge. If an item cannot be repaired or is out of stock, you will be offered an exchange. After 1 year from purchase, repairs are available for a small fee. We also offer cleaning and resizing for a small fee.

Care Instructions

Sterling silver does tarnish over time. The quickest fix is using a tarnish remover dip. Rinse in clean water and dry gently with a towel. Do not use a polishing cloth as that can remove the oxidation from the letters on the piece.
14kt gold vermeil can tarnish after long periods of exposure to sun and dust. When your piece tarnishes you may use a silver tarnish dip. Do not use a polishing cloth as that can remove trace amounts of gold from your piece.

Chain Length Guide

Necklaces are worn at different lengths depending on the style of the necklace but also what you are wearing it with. The same style necklace looks VERY different if you wear it as a choker versus worn longer down the front of your dress.

These images shows where necklaces fall around an average woman's neck.  The model is a size small for shirts, is 5'4" and a bust size B.  Women with larger necks and/or busts should typically go up one size for a similar fit.

 bust with chain lengths

14” - “Collar” necklace.  This size is good for children, young adults and petite women as a collar/choker.

15” - This is the most common size for a choker necklace for most adults.  Our tiny mantra necklaces are typically this length.

16” For most adults this length falls just above the collarbone.  A small pendant would nestle in the hollow of your neck.  This necklace is common for pieces that don’t have a focal point, like our layering chains.  This length is standard length for a petite sized woman.

18” The most common length.  For the average woman this falls just below the collarbone.  For more petite women it will fit lower.  This length is the standard length for an average sized woman.  This length is popular for adding pendants which will hang over a crew neck.

*All of our necklaces that come on standard chains have the capability to be both 16" and 18" - see picture below.

 

20” This length is a good option for pendants.  This falls between your collarbone and your bust. This is another great every day wear option.  Perfect for a low, plunging neckline or if you want to wear it over a turtleneck.

 

Love to layer with different lengths, but hate the tangles?   Try our "Detangling Clasps" that hold 3 necklaces at a time.  

Here's some ways to layer with different length chains.