Featured Artists Theme: Vacation

 Good Morning,

Ah, the Summer Vacation, I remember those.  Most people can’t or don’t take them any more for whatever reason that may be, but it is fun to think about going someplace exotic, or tropical, perhaps to another country or state you have never been to before.

This week’s Featured Artist for the blog ring is none other than myself.  I think we can take care of those vacation accessory needs!  You may shop either The Alchemists Vessel on Handmade Artists or The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy.

Going to the beach? How about these adorable Sea Horse earrings.  Perfect for Steampunk Summer fashions or just something to match sand and surf, you’ll look fabulous in these highly detailed earrings.

Earrings Seahorse Charm and Glass Bead In Antiqued Bronze

Adorable aren’t they? Just short of 1-1/2″ when worn, this cute and charming pair of sea creatures are filigreed and 3-Dimensional with the pattern on either side of the charm. Topped with a Bronze / Brown Bi-cone Glass Bead these are light weight, and a fun summery addition to any wardrobe.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

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Or how about this interesting Chaimaille Bracelet?  Light, pretty, and just right for a Summer outing or Fourth of July Fire Works display.

Candy Apple Chainmaille Bracelet

Product Details:

Bold, bright and beautiful, this firey and racey little bracelet is not for the timid.  Red rings accent the length of chain and makes for a stunning accessory.  A fabulous pop of power color at the office, a lovely accessory for a romantic evening out, or a livley and electric addition to a casual outfit.  You’re sure to dazzle them with this vibrant bangle.  Would make a great July Birthday present.

8.25″total length, including clasp.  Silver-plated wire and enameled aluminum jump rings in Red are woven in an Inverted Round Maille pattern and finished with a strong magnetic clasp that holds well during everyday activities and movements.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or in a favorite color of choice.   
Multicolor request please add $5.00

Check the shop to see if there in not one in your favorite color in our ready-to-wear collection of pieces.

“Starry, Starry night, paint your palette blue and grey…” Vincent, Don McLean.

Although written about or inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, the song is a wonderful tribute to the beauty that is a Summer evening sky.  These perfect little stars will do nicely as an accessory for your warm starry nights this summer.

Oh My Stars Sterling Silver Star Charm Earrings

Product Details:

It’s full of stars!  These super  cute earrings are Sterling Silver, findings, chain, stars charms and ear wires.  That’s it, Sterling Silver nothing else.  Great for Bohemian Fashions!

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Summer is time for things that sparkle in the sunshine and this bracelet certainly does that!  Glass beads throw rainbow colors across their surface as you move or when they catch the light.

 From the $10.00 Collection

Rainbow Memory Wire Wrap Bracelet

Product Details:

This pretty little bangle is simple and shiny.  Coated glass beads in silver rainbow in iridescent blues, pinks, purples, greens and yellows.

16″ total length, beads are threaded along the wire in an alternating pattern.  Finished with simple loops, matching beaded dangles may be added at the customers request.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Last but not least, this lovely pretty in pink timepiece.  No one wants to to keep track of time when having a good one, but alas, time is of the essence on occasion and you might as well be stylish and unique when keeping it.

Precious Time Chainmaille Watch

Product Details:

Pink and precious, this pretty time piece is feminie and fabulous!  Great for the office, date night, or that casual outfit.  Adorned with a Swarovski Crystal Heart charm in matching pink.

8-1/2″ long.  Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut, linked and beaded in the Full Persian Chainmaille weave.  Stainless Steel watch and Locking Magnetic Clasp finish the piece.

Available in Red, Purple and Crystal Clear beads.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

If you’re in the Boise area, remember to stop by Little Shop of Artists opening July 01, 2013, all these and many more items will be available in the store.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Inside Little Shop of Artists

Good Morning, 

Today, I am pleased and very excited to tour the interior of the building for what will be the home of Little Shop of Artist.

Taken with my cellphone, it may not be the best quality, but rent is paid, and clean up will commence on or about June 15th, 2013.

We, the participating artists, are hoping to open the doors July 01, 2013.

We hope that you will come and visit us if you are in the Boise, Idaho area.

We apologize for a lack of video but WordPress SUCKS when it comes to uploading them.  Get it together WordPress, you are the only service that is this much of a pain in the ass!

Once the participating artists have set up their displays, these now empty rooms will be filled with Art, Handmade Goods, Jewelry, Gifts and other items to delight the eye and treat the senses.

If you are an artist in the surrounding Boise, Idaho area, stop by and see if we might assist you in showcasing your work.  We welcome all kinds of wares, pottery, knitting, woodworking, sculpting and more, a monthly rental fee applies we offer both participating and featured artists space.  (Currently LSoA is not accepting any more Jewelry Designers at this time). 

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

 

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Five Great Gifts to Give List 19

Good Morning,

Tuesday is here and we have five items from different shops on the Etsy site.

Starting off with a new store on the site.

From: Sheba’s Gems

Large Silver Hoop Earrings with Leaf Charm and Turquoise beads, Minimalist Hoops, Leaf Charm Hoop Earrings, Turquoise and Silver Earrings

Thin minimal hoop earrings in silver and turquoise with beautiful leaf charms. Tribal chic – summer fun – hoop earrings.

The earring will fall approx. 4inches (10cm) from your piercing.

Components:
Silver plated surgical steel earwire 20mm (nickel/lead free)
Thin silver plated hoops 60mm
Silver plated leaf charm 20mm ( 4/5 inches )
Semi precious turquoise seed beads

Gift Wrapped – Estimated time of arrival 5-20 working days to most destinations.

From Sue’s Arts
  
Red Jade beaded bracelet, beaded bracelet, elastic bracelet

Gorgeous, elegant, sparkly and unique red Jade gemstone bracelet.

Bracelet is elastic and is about 7″ in diameter. If you’d like it smaller or bigger just let me know, I don’t charge extra for any adjustments.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

From: Zlala959

green phantom quartz pendant No1315

 

If you want to make jewelry yourself, this item is a very good accessory.

material: green phantom quartz
size:Please see the picture. I put a quarter dollar coin beside the item when I take picture.
color and pattern: please see the picture.
condition: new and never been used.

If you have any questions about shipping, payment and return
policy, please check my shop policies.

From The Button Bird

Vintage Rose Brooch, Gold Flower Pin by Durberry Fifth Avenue

Vintage rose brooch, gold flower pin of beautiful gold tone metal, signed ‘DFA’ by Durberry Fifth Avenue. This brooch is in great vintage condition! It measures about 2 inches long.

Shipping: Jewelry will be wrapped in protective bubble wrap and mailed in a sturdy cardboard shipping box. Tracking is included with shipping cost.

From The Alchemists Vessel
  
Kahleesi Necklace Turquoise Copper and Bronze Set

Fit for any Queen Across the Sea, this gorgeous genuine Turquoise, mixed metal necklace and earring set is sure turn heads of all in the Realm, or at least a few co-workers at the office. Named after a character from the George R. R. Martin books and popular HBO series, Kahleesi is sure to please the biggest fans of *Game of Thrones. Perfect for Cos-Play cons, Fantasy Costuming, SCA events, Steam-punk Fashions, Dressy Occasions, or a night out on the town. This jewelry set is truly fit for Royalty. Matching earrings are included. High Fashion Fabulous or Fantasy Fantastic, you can decide, and your out fit will pop with a little something extra special.

Bronze and copper disks are hand cut, sanded, polished and antiqued for a cohesive design and attached with hand spun matching bronze and copper jump rings. Suspended from antiqued bronze chain and accented with two sizes of genuine Turquoise beads. Disks catch the light and shine complimenting the turquoise beautifully. Completed with a matching Lobster Claw clasp.

Chain is 18″ long including clasp, swag hangs at 20 – 21″

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

*Pearls may be substituted for a fabulous and unique Wedding Jewelry Set.

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*This item is not affiliated with the HBO Series in any way.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  In hope that you may choose to see what else some of these shops may have to offer.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

 

Monday’s Move In Update

Good Morning,

I am pleased to announce that of this morning, I will be the proud owner of a key to Little Shop of Artists building.

While our landlord has been kind enough to allow us a two week grace period to get in there tidy and set up, we will be starting out with a smaller group of Vendors than initially planned.  

Currently participating artists include:

Shelly Moody of:
Green Witch Designs – Jewelry and Cool Knitting Accessories
The Mudfipp Photographer – Still, Wildlife Photography

Kat Ogas:
Artist –

Sarah Shannon of:
Wire Witchery – Wire Wrapped Jewelry

Alixandra Browning of:
The Alchemists Vessel – Sterling Silver and Gemstone Jewelry, Chainmaille and Jewelry Classes

We will also have featured and participating artists space available on a first come first serve basis.

We are busy and very excited about the new venture and hope to have more information in the coming days.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Friday Events

Good Morning,

The blog will be short this morning, and as we get closer to opening the brick and mortar store more sporadic than it used to be.

Happening this weekend around Boise.

Althouhg this is in conjunction with the 208 Tattoo Festival, I am more interested in the Art Faire than anything.

 June 7th – 9th
5610 Glenwood, at the Fairgrounds
Admission – $18.00 Day Pass / $30.00 Weekend Pass.

Art

Multiple Art Galleries with Artwork on Display and
For Sale All Weekend

Live Glass Blowing All Weekend

Body Painting Contest Friday At 7:30 pm

Live Mural Paintings

Coloring Book Created by Attending artists given
to first 250 kids on Sunday

 

There is also the Kid’s First Safety Fair, but there are no details for this event.

2013 Ironman 70.3 Competition is Saturday the 8th.

Please check your local listings for event details and admission prices.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

 

Featured Theme: PEACE

Good Morning, 

Today we have Part 2 of the Blog Ring Theme from the team at handmadeartists.com, this week it is Peace, and couldn’t we all use a little peace in our lives.  Last weeks artist, Colette’s Boutique, was featured with her beautiful and amazing wire wrapped jewelry, if you have not given that a look, might I offer an invitation to have a peek, her items are intricate and lovely and should not be missed.

We have three items from three different shops on the web, that symbolize or evoke the feeling of peace, or peacefulness.  What says Peace better than the most recognized symbol of the word, the Peace Sign.

From: Peace LoversArt

Peace Sign Sea Glass Mosaic art on Canvas with Battery Operated LED Lights built in.

Peace Sign Sea Glass Mosaic art on Canvas with Battery Operated LED Lights built in. 4″ by 6″ $ 85.00

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.

 

 

From: The Muddfip Phortographer

When I think of peace or peaceful places, it brings me to the outdoors, quiet streams, the wind through the trees, birds calling and critters rustling in the bush.  This gorgeous photo of a peaceful fawn, was taken by Shelly Moody, The Muddfip Photographer.  You can find this and other nature shots at her Facebook page.  Shelly also takes some marvelous stills.  I highly recommend a trip to her page just to see some of her lovely photography.

There is also Keeping the Peace, and I think this necklace is just right for those inclined towards doing just that.

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Caught Couture Steampunk Style Necklace

Antiqued bronze chain, Handcuffs, star and key charm are combined to create this bold and beautiful lariat style necklace. Terrific for Steampunk Fashions, or something unique and unusual for your jewelry box. Adjustable for three different looks. Wear the charms clustered together like a pendant, or change up the length and position of the chain, by gentle pulling handcuff charm in a downward motion. Adjust to a collar and long lead, or shorter length as shown above.

27″ total length, there is no clasp. The chain slips easily over the head and can be adjusted to the desired style. Created with antiqued bronze chain, two pairs of handcuffs, a star and key charms The handcuffs do not open.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

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Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day, and Peace, man!

*Photo note:  Although this is currently the sign for “Peace”, it was originally “V for Victory”.

 

In The Studio: Opening a Physical Location

Good Morning,

 
It has been a long-time dream of mine to open and operate my own store.  The idea of the store has morphed from form or another, but always staying within the same vein or theme of handmade art and gifts.

Many of you may be thinking, “Wow, that is so exciting”, and it is.  It is also a lot of hard work, time and effort.  There are several other vendors at the Handmade Artists Forum that also have brick and mortar shops, and can tell you it is no easy task keeping one up and running.

I thought it might be fun to share some of the things that go on during the process of establishing a brick and mortar store.

1.  A location, that is essential.  Some questions to ask yourself, What is the rent?  What is the square footage?  Where is it located?  Do I have enough items to fill it?  What kind of store do I want it to be?  Are there displays?  What do I need to provide?  Who will work in the store?  How do I or they get paid?  The most important

Little Shop of Artists, 6713 Fairview, Suite B

question to ask yourself should be, Is it within the budget?

2.  Registering Your Business Name:  Here in Idaho, businesses are not licensed they are registered with the Secretary of State for an affordable fee of $25.00 per name.  This is called an IBR or Idaho Business Registration form.  This registration allows you to “Do Business As (DBA) the name you have chosen for your business, and is usually issued and attached to the applicants social security number.  Your home state’s rules and regulations may vary.

3. Tax or Seller’s Permit: This is a number assigned to a slip of paper (permit) that reads with your name, your business name (also called a DBA), and other pertinent information.  The State of Idaho requires these permits to be placed in a visible area in the location in which you are selling your goods.  It must also have the phyiscal address of where the goods are located for sale.  In some cases, like myself, two permits are required, one for the origin of business (my home), and the other for the location from which the wares are sold.  This is also how Sales Tax is collected and reported to the State of Idaho.  These are issued at no charge, and as many copies may be issued as you have locations.

4.  Advertising and Draw:  Here in Boise, as in most cities, there is a public radio station that runs entirely on donations and is operated by volunteer D.J.s, KBRX.  They have amazing programming and run fund raising events from time to time, as well as offer promotion for donations.  This is a fabulous way to support an other local business, and get the word out that you are open for business as well.   Local papers will on occasion run a free press release for new businesses.  Check your local agencies to see what you can do to get the word out for your own store or event!

5.  Move In and Open Dates:  When you will move in?  When you will be prepared or set to open?  It is my hope to have one or two, perhaps three vendors a day move into the shop, spaced over a couple hours so all will feel as if they have the time and attention they need to be comfortable and confident in their displays.  I am expecting or would like to announce the opening of the doors on or around July 15th, 2013.   I have given myself two weeks for move in and disaster cushions.

That being said, I am looking forward to maintaining my shops on line, as well as having a physical location to visit and from which to promote other talented artists at a single venue.

I am so excited about this new venture, in hope some of you will join me in my happy nervousness. 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.