{"product_id":"john-steinbeck-quote-necklace-you-dont-have-to-be-perfect","title":"John Steinbeck Quote Necklace or Keychain — You Don't Have to Be Perfect East of Eden Literary Gift","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\"And now that you don't have to be perfect, you can be good.\" — John Steinbeck, East of Eden\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThere's a whole exhale in that sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eNot a pep talk. Not a lecture. Just a quiet permission slip — the kind you didn't know you needed until the words landed. Steinbeck wrote it in East of Eden, and it has been stopping readers cold ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis piece was made for the person who holds themselves to an impossible standard. The one who restarts instead of finishes. The one who's been waiting to begin until conditions are just right. The one who needs a reminder, worn close, that good is not only enough — it's the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA reminder that growth begins when we let go of the pressure to be flawless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eTHE DETAILS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e1\" diameter round glass dome pendant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eJohn Steinbeck quote on a vintage aged paper background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSet in a classic typewriter font — intentionally imperfect, just like the message\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSilver \u0026amp; Black pendants feature black \u0026amp; white print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCopper \u0026amp; Bronze pendants feature sepia print, unless otherwise requested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePremium art paper sealed under glass, set in a metal tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLovingly handmade in my mountain home studio by Georgia Teaberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNickel-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIncludes 24\" chain (can be shortened or lengthened — just choose from the dropdown!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMAKE IT YOURS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eNecklace \u0026amp; Chain Colors: Bronze | Copper | Black | Silver (Necklaces come with matching chain color)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003ePrefer a Keyring or Purse Clip? Yes! Just select the keyring option from the dropdown menu when you order. (Black pendant keyrings come with silver hardware unless otherwise requested)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAdd a Czech Glass Birthstone Charm (optional add-on): 13 gorgeous bead colors including all birthstone shades. See photos for the full lineup!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e✏️ PERSONALIZATION (no additional charge!): Want a name added to your piece? Simply leave your personalization details in the Order Notes field at checkout and I'll take care of the rest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMAKES A BEAUTIFUL GIFT FOR:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGraduation gifts — for the student stepping into a new chapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEncouragement gifts — for anyone in a hard season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRecovery and mental health journeys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTeachers, mentors, therapists, coaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReaders, writers, and Steinbeck lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDaughters, sisters, and best friends who need to hear this\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA LITTLE ABOUT GEORGIA TEABERRY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHi, I'm Georgia! I'm a one-woman shop creating from my idyllic mountain home studio, designing and handcrafting every piece myself. I've been doing this for over 20 years, and my work has been featured in US News \u0026amp; World Report. With over 13,000 happy customers and a decade as an Etsy Star Seller, I take real joy in making meaningful gifts that matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eI've been a quote collector and voracious reader since I was a little girl. To me, quotes are tiny treasures — just a handful of words that can hold an entire feeling, belief, or memory. That's what I love about creating these pieces. They become wearable reminders of the things we never want to forget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eGIFT-WRAPPED \u0026amp; READY TO GIVE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eEvery pendant ships in a beautiful custom gift box. Perfect for graduations, birthdays, Christmas, or any \"just because\" moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHave a question? Want a custom variation? Message us anytime — we'd love to help make this gift extra special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eKeep dry. Made with glass \u0026amp; small components, not suitable for young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e© 2015-2026 Georgia Teaberry\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Georgia Teaberry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53731281502526,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/0733\/9838\/files\/and_now_21.jpg?v=1781191158","url":"https:\/\/georgiateaberry.com\/products\/john-steinbeck-quote-necklace-you-dont-have-to-be-perfect","provider":"Georgia Teaberry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}