Kool and Unusual

is a registered business based in Melbourne, Australia

ABN 31 953 646 957

Who Owns Kool and Unusual?

My name is Kirstyn McDermott and, like many people here, I started out eBay life as a buyer but quickly realised that it was also a great place to sell. I've been operating as a registered full-time business since 2001 and have built up a lot of experience and expertise over the years. Most importantly, I really really love what I do!

I own and run Kool and Unusual, with some help from my partner when things get busy, so you can always be sure of prompt and personal service. I'm constantly sourcing new suppliers and products, with a philosphy to never stock anything that I wouldn't be happy to own, wear or use myself. Of course, this philosophy does have its downside as I generally would like to keep almost every item that I sell and my house is not that big. I'm also rather obsessive about quality and style, so you won't find any cheap junk in my store ... inexpensive, maybe ... top quality, always!

A keen photographer, I produce almost all of the images used in my listings. Occasionally I'll use a stock photograph from a supplier, but only when I can't come up with something better – which isn't very often, if I do say so myself. Knowing how problematic it can be to buy something sight unseen over the internet, I always take great care to ensure that my images accurately reflect the product being sold, so you can be confident that you'll receive exactly what you expect.

When not running my business, I spend most of my time reading books, writing fiction, watching movies and lounging around with my cats. I'm hoping to come back as a cat in my next life if I'm a really, really good girl this time round!

What is Sinpatiko?

Sinpatiko is the name of my chain maille business. I personally design and handcraft each piece of chain maille jewellery and body wear that you will find listed in my eBay store with the Sinpatiko logo. All my products are made from top quality materials - stainless steel, neoprene rubber, only the finest beads - and are available for shipping internationally from Melbourne, Australia. I have been working with chain maille for over eight years now, and remain highly passionate about the craft. There are so many beautiful weaves to work with and the design possibilities are almost infinite!

Please feel free to email me if you have any queries about current listings and I will endeavour to respond within 24 hours. And if you wish to browse through a wider range of Sinpatiko products than can be listed here on eBay, please visit my website at www.sinpatiko.com ... mention that you saw this link on my "About Me" page and receive a 10% discount on all website purchases, including custom-made orders!

Until March 2007, I also traded separately on eBay under the ID sinpatiko but decided after several years to combine that store with koolandunusual in order to make it more convenient for my customers who liked to buy from both stores.

My eBay Feedback:

I am extremely proud of the excellent feedback record which I've built up since I first began trading on eBay back in June 2000. A big thank you to all my wonderful customers!

User:jaykz_vorlt( 1 )  Date:24-Nov-09 07:55:13 AEDST Praise: supportive, informative, pleasant seller.

User:razorlilly( 114)  Date:24-Nov-09 00:29:14 AEDST Praise: they are amazing,thank you for a smooth transaction & quick postage :)

User:muttstuff62( 27)  Date:23-Nov-09 23:52:52 AEDST Praise: Very understanding person to deal with...am looking forward to using my pen.!!!

User:ell.dave( 14)  Date:23-Nov-09 23:08:14 AEDST Praise: fast and spot on

User:mickw7142( 123)  Date:23-Nov-09 22:05:11 AEDST Praise: Gorgeous mask, very unique,speedy delivery happy customer, great ebayer 5 stars.

User:grady0110( 163)  Date:23-Nov-09 21:57:01 AEDST Praise: happy with the transaction

User:walker4990( 53)  Date:23-Nov-09 20:09:04 AEDST Praise: Excellent Fast Delivery A1

User:12apheal12( 43)  Date:23-Nov-09 16:50:59 AEDST Praise: A+ service, would buy from again

User:kat.bower( 32)  Date:23-Nov-09 16:36:00 AEDST Praise: Very easy to deal with, very satisfied :D

User:kat.bower( 32)  Date:23-Nov-09 16:36:00 AEDST Praise: Very easy to deal with, very satisfied :D

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