Heather
Congratulations! You won an amazing Cherry Blossom Branch Pendant from Beautiful Schlopp! I am going to email you at the address you provided to get your mailing address. I will be posting new giveaways beginning in January!
Friday, December 18, 2009
Friday, December 11, 2009
FRIDAY'S FEATURED SELLER, SALE AND GIVEAWAY-BEAUTIFUL SCHLOPP
Beautiful Schlopp
I picked this shop because I recently acquired one of her beautiful necklaces and was thrilled with it! Her work is creative, beautiful, and meticulous. This is what I got, and I can honestly say it is now one of my favorite pieces of jewelry. If you love glass as I do, please take a look at her shop. Her prices are EXTREMELY reasonable considering the amount of time she spends on each piece and the craftsmanship that is evident in her work. Here are some more of my favorite items (I am only listing three, but really I could put her whole shop on here.)
Cream Cherry Blossom Branch Pendant (I love all of her cherry blossom pieces!)
Red Flower on White Iridized Pendant (This is so simple and elegant!)
Silver Swirls Dichroic Pendant (I have a huge affinity for spirals, and I love how this piece incorporates them!)
In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/beautifulschlopp
2. Description of what you make: I make Beautiful Schlopp- casual, fun, unique, sloppy yet beautiful, one-of-a-kind items for everyday wear or use! I'm a glass artist who works in all aspects of glass- stained glass, fusing, borosilicate, etc.
3. Your favorite creation: My newest obsession are my Cherry Blossom pieces. Though they take 2-3 firings in the kiln over several days to create, I am completely enamored with and so very proud of them and the fact that I was able to produce the picture I had in my head.
4. How you learned your craft: My mother has been doing stained glass for the better part of 10 years. She had actually invited me to take her first beginning stained glass class with her. I declined thinking that it was an 'old lady hobby'. She persevered and I was able to watch as she learned and created new pieces. Her work area at home kept growing from just the kitchen table to the unused dining room to the full working studio with room to teach classes that my husband and brother-in-law built out for her in her basement. To make a long story short, she bought the glass store in our area and I went to work for her after having my 2nd child. I still had yet to even touch art glass, but immediately fell in love with it and jumped right in (not literally, of course). I caught on very quickly being a fast learner and having the opportunity to work with it full time (and get paid as well!). We started stocking fusing supplies and introduced our community to that glass art technique. Unfortunately, we have since had to close the store (darn economy), but we both now have a full studio at home. I work out of my basement and have the means to work cold, warm, and hot glass (stained glass, fusing, and lampworking).
5. Years you have been creating: I just passed 2 years working with glass this September.
6. Description of the item you are giving away: A White Cherry Blossom Branch Pendant. This stunning pendant spent a lot of time in the kiln prior to completion. I started by hand painting the branches on a white piece of glass. They were permanently fired on at 1500* F while pink frit was allowed to ball up into the blossoms at the same temperature. Once the glass annealed and cooled, the glass was put back in the kiln and the blossoms were attached to the pendant at 1300* F allowing them to keep their texture. All this time and heat produced a beautiful adaptation of a cherry blossom branch created in glass!
Through the new year, I have a holiday sale running- 10% off and order over $10! Customers can either wait for an adjusted invoice prior to paying or complete payment and receive a refund through PayPal. But I'd also like to extend an offer to your readers. They can receive an extra $5 off any purchase over $20 by leaving the code "1ST GIVEAWAY" in the notes to seller.
In order to win this great necklace (with free shipping worldwide) you must do the following things.
I picked this shop because I recently acquired one of her beautiful necklaces and was thrilled with it! Her work is creative, beautiful, and meticulous. This is what I got, and I can honestly say it is now one of my favorite pieces of jewelry. If you love glass as I do, please take a look at her shop. Her prices are EXTREMELY reasonable considering the amount of time she spends on each piece and the craftsmanship that is evident in her work. Here are some more of my favorite items (I am only listing three, but really I could put her whole shop on here.)
Cream Cherry Blossom Branch Pendant (I love all of her cherry blossom pieces!)
Red Flower on White Iridized Pendant (This is so simple and elegant!)
Silver Swirls Dichroic Pendant (I have a huge affinity for spirals, and I love how this piece incorporates them!)
In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/beautifulschlopp
2. Description of what you make: I make Beautiful Schlopp- casual, fun, unique, sloppy yet beautiful, one-of-a-kind items for everyday wear or use! I'm a glass artist who works in all aspects of glass- stained glass, fusing, borosilicate, etc.
3. Your favorite creation: My newest obsession are my Cherry Blossom pieces. Though they take 2-3 firings in the kiln over several days to create, I am completely enamored with and so very proud of them and the fact that I was able to produce the picture I had in my head.
4. How you learned your craft: My mother has been doing stained glass for the better part of 10 years. She had actually invited me to take her first beginning stained glass class with her. I declined thinking that it was an 'old lady hobby'. She persevered and I was able to watch as she learned and created new pieces. Her work area at home kept growing from just the kitchen table to the unused dining room to the full working studio with room to teach classes that my husband and brother-in-law built out for her in her basement. To make a long story short, she bought the glass store in our area and I went to work for her after having my 2nd child. I still had yet to even touch art glass, but immediately fell in love with it and jumped right in (not literally, of course). I caught on very quickly being a fast learner and having the opportunity to work with it full time (and get paid as well!). We started stocking fusing supplies and introduced our community to that glass art technique. Unfortunately, we have since had to close the store (darn economy), but we both now have a full studio at home. I work out of my basement and have the means to work cold, warm, and hot glass (stained glass, fusing, and lampworking).
5. Years you have been creating: I just passed 2 years working with glass this September.
6. Description of the item you are giving away: A White Cherry Blossom Branch Pendant. This stunning pendant spent a lot of time in the kiln prior to completion. I started by hand painting the branches on a white piece of glass. They were permanently fired on at 1500* F while pink frit was allowed to ball up into the blossoms at the same temperature. Once the glass annealed and cooled, the glass was put back in the kiln and the blossoms were attached to the pendant at 1300* F allowing them to keep their texture. All this time and heat produced a beautiful adaptation of a cherry blossom branch created in glass!
Through the new year, I have a holiday sale running- 10% off and order over $10! Customers can either wait for an adjusted invoice prior to paying or complete payment and receive a refund through PayPal. But I'd also like to extend an offer to your readers. They can receive an extra $5 off any purchase over $20 by leaving the code "1ST GIVEAWAY" in the notes to seller.
In order to win this great necklace (with free shipping worldwide) you must do the following things.
- Become a follower of this blog (not anonymously)
- Visit Beautiful Schlopp's Etsy shop www.etsy.com/shop/beautifulschlopp
- Come back here and post which item is your favorite (please post a link) and your email address so that I can contact you if you win
- Tweet about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (1 extra entry)
- Blog about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (3 extra entries)
- Make a purchase from either Beautiful Schlopp or Altered Beauty and post the transaction link here (5 extra entries per purchase)
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY FEATURED SELLER-ANEURYTHM
Yeah...I know it says it is Wonderful Wednesday, and it is actually Tuesday. A few things before I get to the feature about the amazing Aneurythm...I apologize for my tardiness in posting the winner for last week's giveaway. I have been a bit busy to say the least! As you have noticed, I am giving myself this week off when it comes to giveaway hosting lol. There will be another wonderful feature/giveaway this Friday from Beautiful Schlopp. On to the feature!
I am so happy to be introducing you to Aneurythm! Her shop is absolutely amazing. I own several of her necklaces, and have fallen in love with everything I have received. Here is what I have so far (I am sure I will have to get more!)
This is taken from the profile section on her Etsy page: Hello. I am a Native Upstate New Yorker who fled the snow in 1985 for "sunny" California. In 1997 I had a brain aneurysm that left me with some mild visuospatial impairment. I began making gemstone jewelry as a way of focusing. I found an internal rhythm to it, hence Aneurythm. My designs are very simple as you can see: from somewhat "traditional" to what I call the D2W (Dare to Wear). I only create with materials whose look and feel speaks to me. I use natural gemstones that are untreated/undyed/unheated (to my knowledge), seeds, shells, freshwater pearls, with sterling silver or gold filled beads. I sometimes call upon clear crystal or crackled glass to sing back-up in the rhythm section. The Laughing Dog avatar is Satchel the Wonder Pup who was my companion animal from 2001 to 2009
Every transaction I have completed with Aneurythm has been extremely positive. She has great communication, is fun to talk to, and ships her items with lightening fast speed. She has inspired me to start working on creating things with all of the beautiful gemstones I have collected over the years! The overall composition of her items is always stunning. Take a look at her shop; I know you will find something that speaks to you. She makes unisex items too! Here are some images of what she currently has for sale!
Happy shopping everyone!!!
I am so happy to be introducing you to Aneurythm! Her shop is absolutely amazing. I own several of her necklaces, and have fallen in love with everything I have received. Here is what I have so far (I am sure I will have to get more!)
Pagan Gemstones Necklace with Liquid Silver (This is now my favorite necklace that I own. It is the perfect length, and goes great with almost everything I wear.)
Moss Agate, Canadian Jade with Moss Agate Focal (I got this with the intention of giving it to my Mom for Christmas, but I don't know if I will be able to part with it!)
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Natural Sapphire and Moonstone Necklace (I also got this one intending on giving it as a gift, but I know I can't part with it. The silver beads are laser cut and amazingly detailed, and the stones are beautiful.)
This is taken from the profile section on her Etsy page: Hello. I am a Native Upstate New Yorker who fled the snow in 1985 for "sunny" California. In 1997 I had a brain aneurysm that left me with some mild visuospatial impairment. I began making gemstone jewelry as a way of focusing. I found an internal rhythm to it, hence Aneurythm. My designs are very simple as you can see: from somewhat "traditional" to what I call the D2W (Dare to Wear). I only create with materials whose look and feel speaks to me. I use natural gemstones that are untreated/undyed/unheated (to my knowledge), seeds, shells, freshwater pearls, with sterling silver or gold filled beads. I sometimes call upon clear crystal or crackled glass to sing back-up in the rhythm section. The Laughing Dog avatar is Satchel the Wonder Pup who was my companion animal from 2001 to 2009
Every transaction I have completed with Aneurythm has been extremely positive. She has great communication, is fun to talk to, and ships her items with lightening fast speed. She has inspired me to start working on creating things with all of the beautiful gemstones I have collected over the years! The overall composition of her items is always stunning. Take a look at her shop; I know you will find something that speaks to you. She makes unisex items too! Here are some images of what she currently has for sale!
Friday, December 4, 2009
AND THE GIVEAWAY WINNER IS
(¯`·._.·[Boog the Groupie]·._.·´¯)
Congratulations! You won a ring from Gemini5757! I am going to email you at the address you provided to get your mailing address. An awesome new featured seller and giveaway for this week will be posted shortly!
Congratulations! You won a ring from Gemini5757! I am going to email you at the address you provided to get your mailing address. An awesome new featured seller and giveaway for this week will be posted shortly!
Friday, November 27, 2009
FRIDAY'S FEATURED SELLER AND GIVEAWAY-GEMINI 5757
Gemini 5757
I picked this shop because I am in the same fabulous BNR as her and so I wanted to give her wonderful shop some love! She opened in October and has some beautiful things, so be sure and take a look! Here are my favorite items.
Red and Orange Twist Ring (This has always been one of my favorite color combinations!)
Amigurumi Cupcake (I am in love with this...)
Gothic Beaded Net Choker Necklace (I would absolutely wear this! I love it!)
In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: gemini5757.etsy.com
2. Description of what you make: Whatever crosses my mind to make at random points in the day...especially in the shower, while walking my huge and wonderful dog, Molly, the gigantic king Shepard, or during slow time at work. Mostly anything involving beads and wire, though I do crochet too. I really want to learn how to do tatting, also. I'll try just about anything.
3. Your favorite creation: I really like my beaded flowers, they're so versatile and pretty. When I still had long hair, I'd wear them in my hair all the time.
4. How you learned your craft: Books, friends, made some stuff up, the internet...a variety of sources.
5. Years you have been creating: I'm pretty sure I came out of the womb with a pair of safety scissors in my hand! I was a really crafty kid, and stayed that way. I opened my shop on Etsy in the beginning of October 2009.
6. Description of the item you are giving away: I'm offering up one of my simple bands in the winners choice of color(s) and size! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=32212006
In order to win this prize, you must do the following things.
I picked this shop because I am in the same fabulous BNR as her and so I wanted to give her wonderful shop some love! She opened in October and has some beautiful things, so be sure and take a look! Here are my favorite items.
Red and Orange Twist Ring (This has always been one of my favorite color combinations!)
Amigurumi Cupcake (I am in love with this...)
Gothic Beaded Net Choker Necklace (I would absolutely wear this! I love it!)
In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: gemini5757.etsy.com
2. Description of what you make: Whatever crosses my mind to make at random points in the day...especially in the shower, while walking my huge and wonderful dog, Molly, the gigantic king Shepard, or during slow time at work. Mostly anything involving beads and wire, though I do crochet too. I really want to learn how to do tatting, also. I'll try just about anything.
3. Your favorite creation: I really like my beaded flowers, they're so versatile and pretty. When I still had long hair, I'd wear them in my hair all the time.
4. How you learned your craft: Books, friends, made some stuff up, the internet...a variety of sources.
5. Years you have been creating: I'm pretty sure I came out of the womb with a pair of safety scissors in my hand! I was a really crafty kid, and stayed that way. I opened my shop on Etsy in the beginning of October 2009.
6. Description of the item you are giving away: I'm offering up one of my simple bands in the winners choice of color(s) and size! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=32212006
In order to win this prize, you must do the following things.
- Become a follower of this blog (not anonymously)
- Visit Gemini 5757's Etsy shop http://gemini5757.etsy.com/
- Come back here and post which item is your favorite (please post a link) and your email address so that I can contact you if you win
- Tweet about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (1 extra entry)
- Blog about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (3 extra entries)
- Make a purchase from either Gemini 5757 or Altered Beauty and post the transaction link here (5 extra entries per purchase)
AND THE GIVEAWAY WINNER IS
(¯`·._.·[Badger Momma]·._.·´¯)
Congratulations! You won $15 towards anything at Dark Fairy Treasures! I am going to email you at the address you provided to get your mailing address. An awesome new featured seller and giveaway for this week will be posted shortly!
Congratulations! You won $15 towards anything at Dark Fairy Treasures! I am going to email you at the address you provided to get your mailing address. An awesome new featured seller and giveaway for this week will be posted shortly!
Friday, November 20, 2009
FRIDAY'S FEATURED SELLER AND GIVEAWAY-DARK FAIRY TREASURES
Dark Fairy Treasures
I picked this shop because every item is infused with a love of nature and mother earth. Also, each item is original, which I think is very cool. If you purchase it, you know that you won't see someone else wearing it! Here are my favorite items.
Ice Frost Necklace (This would be so awesome for the holidays! The bead work on the snowflake is beautiful!
Ice Frost Bracelet (Again, amazing for the holidays and beautiful bead work. I would love to own this one!)
Copper Bronze 4 Way Spiral Necklace ( I love that this necklace can be worn four different ways! So cool! It's gorgeous too!)
In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: www.darkfairytreasures.etsy.com
2. Description of what you make: I make unique one of a kind pieces of jewellery , often with a nature theme, mainly using sterling silver, gemstones, seed beads, and polymer clay. Each piece is made with a love, and I get very attached to them. I also make handmade cards, and bespoke wedding stationary.
3. Your favorite creation: My favorite creations have got to be My Mighty Oak Necklace and my Green Man Necklace.
4. How you learned your craft: I have been crafting since childhood. My mother taught me many crafts such as embroidery, sewing etc. and I was tumbling stones and making basic jewellery at the age of ten. I got into beading in a big way about two years ago, and haven't stopped since.
5. Years you have been creating: I suppose you could say I am a lifetime crafter. My friends call me a 'Blue Peter' girl, in that I can make all sorts of things out of what they call junk!
6. Description of the item you are giving away: My giveaway will be anything in my shop up to fifteen dollars, with free post. The winner can make their choice.
In order to win this awesome prize of your choice, you must do the following things.
I picked this shop because every item is infused with a love of nature and mother earth. Also, each item is original, which I think is very cool. If you purchase it, you know that you won't see someone else wearing it! Here are my favorite items.
Ice Frost Necklace (This would be so awesome for the holidays! The bead work on the snowflake is beautiful!
Ice Frost Bracelet (Again, amazing for the holidays and beautiful bead work. I would love to own this one!)
Copper Bronze 4 Way Spiral Necklace ( I love that this necklace can be worn four different ways! So cool! It's gorgeous too!)In the artist's own words...
1. The address of your Etsy shop: www.darkfairytreasures.etsy.com
2. Description of what you make: I make unique one of a kind pieces of jewellery , often with a nature theme, mainly using sterling silver, gemstones, seed beads, and polymer clay. Each piece is made with a love, and I get very attached to them. I also make handmade cards, and bespoke wedding stationary.
3. Your favorite creation: My favorite creations have got to be My Mighty Oak Necklace and my Green Man Necklace.
4. How you learned your craft: I have been crafting since childhood. My mother taught me many crafts such as embroidery, sewing etc. and I was tumbling stones and making basic jewellery at the age of ten. I got into beading in a big way about two years ago, and haven't stopped since.
5. Years you have been creating: I suppose you could say I am a lifetime crafter. My friends call me a 'Blue Peter' girl, in that I can make all sorts of things out of what they call junk!
6. Description of the item you are giving away: My giveaway will be anything in my shop up to fifteen dollars, with free post. The winner can make their choice.
In order to win this awesome prize of your choice, you must do the following things.
- Become a follower of this blog (not anonymously)
- Visit Dark Fairy Treasures Etsy shop www.darkfairytreasures.etsy.com
- Come back here and post which item is your favorite (please post a link) and your email address so that I can contact you if you win.
- Tweet about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (1 extra entry)
- Blog about this giveaway. Post the link in a separate comment here (3 extra entries)
- Make a purchase from either Dark Fairy Treasures or Altered Beauty and post the transaction link here (5 extra entries per purchase)
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