Wednesday Information

Good Morning,

There isn’t much to see on the blog today.

Brief updates and a news item or two.

The blog may become intermittent, it seems as if my iMac is almost obsolete, there is nothing more that can be done to upgrade or install newer OSXs or memory.  The Rainbow Wheel of Doom is rampant and constant, so it looks as if I may have to replace this sooner than later. 

Yesterday my Android phone decided it no longer wished to function.  The screen did a Fade To Black with a little white dot and then it just kind of went ffffzzzzzttttt and that was that.  Must replace that today as well.  Radio shack here I come.

I am still sitting on pins and needles waiting for news of the Brick and Mortar building I have been offered for Little Shop of Artists.  I am in hope that move in will begin as early as next week or the week after.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Featured Artist – A Bead Thing

Good Morning,

Today’s featured artist is the lovely and very busy Pam, of A Bead thing.  This is one talented and on the go lady.  Not only does she own an operate her own shop on handmadeartists.com, she also Home-schools her Grandson, and is an active member on the forum participating in blogging, tweeting and site contests.  Where she finds the time to create her wonderful jewelry is a mystery to me, but she does, and is it every pretty.

Pam writes: Handcrafted jewelry is my passion. Choose handcrafted bracelets, rings, necklaces and pendants. I especially love creating bead woven jewelry because of the enormous variety in colors available and the diversity in style that can be created. Bead woven or stitched items are also lightweight and easily cared for. All contributed content © abeadthing

There are some really beautiful and unique items in her shop.  Some of my favorites are below.

Bloodstone Pendant

Product Details:
This is approximately 20 mm bloodstone gem enclosed in a handwoven copper wire and bail.  This stone has multicolored spots including red.  These stones are a variety of a silica mineral chalcedony and the red spots resemble blood which is how it derived its name.  From the Gemstone Encyclopedia we find that in ancient times, bloodstone was thought to be able to stop hemorrhages with the merest touch. Bloodstone is said to relieve stomach and bowel pain as well as strengthening blood purifying organs and improving blood circulation. Bloodstone is also believed to have a positive influence on the bladder. 

Although this item has sold, it is a beautiful piece.  We’d like to congratulate Pam on her sale, and also drool over this gorgeous handmade bracelet.

Silver and Topaz Bracelet

Product Details:

Using a commercial silver bezel type bead with a clay colored stone, I have added topaz 4mm swarovski crystals in a right angle weave pattern to connect the bezel beads into a wonderully elegant bracelet .  This bracelet looks spectacular with jeans and sweater as well.  Measures 7.5 inches.

Handcrafted Copper Swirls with Gray Marble Stones

Product Details:

Copper 20 gauge scroll type swirls are used here to connect the copper wire wrapped gray marble stones.  Necklace is 20 inches in length  The irregularity in shape of these marble stones add to the beautiful of the copper swirls.

The intricate bead work of this bracelet just astounds me.  How did she do that?

Ruby Red Swarovski Crystal Bracelet

Product Details:

This gorgeous bracelet is created using 6mm swarovski red crystals and 6/0 and 8/0 gold myuki seed beads in a braided beadweaving technique.  This is a bracelet fit for a queen.  Measures 7.5 inches.
Special orders for larger or smaller sizes are also available.  Other colors of crystals are also available upon request. 

What a cool little accessory, too pretty for keys, I would hang this from a purse or backpack strap, although keys would be good, too.

Red Carnelian Stone Keychain

Product Details:

Using 6mm red carnelia stones I have created another of the fabulous keychains.  This keychain measures approximately 2 inches without the ring.  

Attach the keychain to your purse easily or use as a zipper pull for the purse closures.
You could also use this with a small modification in the ring as a zipper pull for your favorite hoodie to add a bit of glitz and glamour.

In hope that the post has inspired you to take a look at the shop and see what other wonderful things Pam has for sale.  Perhaps there is something for you.

 You can find and follow Pam at any of the links below

A Bead Thing – Shop

A Bead Thing – WebSite 

A Bead Thing – Facebook

A Bead Thing – Twitter

A Bead Thing – Google +

A Bead Thing – Blog

Don’t forget to Grab The Badge

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 #10

Good Morning,

I won’t start off with a lot of verbiage, instead let’s get to those gift ideas.  

From: Sue’s Arts

Metal rings, adjustable rings, butterfly rings, Fleur de Lis ring, Silver rings

SOLD SEPARATELY BY #

These beautiful and unique rings are adjustable.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

From: Pizzelwaddles

Gold Flourish & Peridot Aqua Glass Chandelier Earrings

 

You will receive 1 pair of handmade Gold Flourish & Peridot Aqua Glass Chandelier Earrings.

Gold Flourish & Peridot Aqua Glass Chandelier Earrings made with gold tone flourish chandeliers with 6mm x 14mm oblong twisted peridot aqua glass beads & gold plated detailed divider disc beads suspended from the bottom. Gold tone ear wires to match.

These Gold Flourish & Peridot Aqua Glass Chandelier Earrings are a fun, lively and playful set. Add a fun & flirty sparkle and unique style to any look. A real statement piece.

Ships within 3-5 business days of payment. Shipping & handling $2.50 flat charge in the US. 

From: Copper Tree Art
  
Tribal Copper Necklace- Copper bowl with hand painted bead

 

This necklace was hand made out of a copper sheet. The disc was created and then was then domed to give it a slight curvature. The piece was given a patina to darken its appearance and a tan, gold and brown painted bead sits upon it. I hand riveted a spot where a natural brass chain and toggle are attached to the pendant.

The disc is approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. The total chain lenght is approximately 19.5 inches. If you would like to change the length of the necklace, please message me! This piece has been sealed with a lacquer and wax to protect the finish. Please read all shop policies before purchasing! 

From: Raptor Ridge Originals

All Natural Dreamcatcher Milkweed Pod – Sage Green – Decoupage Gift Box

 

All natural dreamcatcher milkweed pod ornament….

✿ dried milkweed pod
✿ natural raw silk fiber
✿ sage green color
✿ camándula or Jobs tear bead
✿ feather
✿ birch wood gift box 4″ by 4″
✿ decoupage vintage butterfly paper

All of our items are created with great care, and when you make a purchase from us you can be sure that it is special…every item is handmade by my husband or/and I…and
Our shop is always evolving and new items are listed daily…so please do check in often….
Raptor Ridge Originals 

Here’s a Gift and A Shop with a cause.  I didn’t set out to promote that, but it is for those less fortunate and in need.  In support of the Spokane Humane Society

From: Butterfly Sundries

OOAK Etched Cat with Butterfly French Hair Clip – Supports Spokane Humane Society

 

Do you love cats? How about butterflies? Now it’s possible to have both, without worrying about the cat trying to catch the butterfly!

This is the first “Fur Babies” hair barrette, created specifically to support the Spokane Humane Society.

It was cut from 20g yellow brass sheet metal, filed, and cleaned. Then an ooak design was drawn by hand onto the surface before it was placed in the etching solution. Cleaned, painstakingly hammered into shape and work hardened by hand, it was then drilled and riveted onto a pre-fabricated 50mm french barrette mount (nickle plated and lead-free). Antiqued and polished, this hair clip has a rustic charm which will bring you joy for years to come!

Brass does, of course, over time develop an attractive patina. This is part of the beauty of the material. The surface does have a thin protective layer of wax to protect it, but expect the beautiful patina to develop gradually.

From beginning to end, this item is handmade with love… with all the attention you deserve!

This item comes with a FREE white gift box, for your gift-giving pleasure, and is shipped via Priority mail with insurance and delivery confirmation.

As always, 10% of the profits from the sale of this item go to support my Featured Charity!

A little information about the organization which inspired this design: By mandate of the Spokane Humane Society’s board of directors in January 2006, the SHS stopped euthanizing animals due to lack of space. Limited resources and available kennels made it impossible to continue to accept unlimited animals and made it necessary to work with their community partners in animal control and breed specific rescue evolving to their current day “Reservation required” shelter.This change initially reduced the number of animals they served each year but increased the number of animals being permanently placed into loving homes and improved placement rate from 52% to 79% from 2006 to 2007. As a part of this policy change, strays are referred to their appropriate animal control facility and are being transferred back based upon the needs of the animals/partner agencies and their space available. In 2012, they had a placement rate of 97%.

The 20g yellow brass plate is just shy of 2.5 long and a little more than 1 inch wide.
Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Peek-a-Boo Redux – New Items

Good Morning,

I hope all are not too hung over from yesterday, and ready to take on the work week.  This morning, I am busy tidying up the wares after my meeting with Amy of RAW.

What is RAW?  RAW is a nation wide group of artists from all walks of life and skill sets from painting to make-up with chapters in 54 cities across the US that hold monthly Art Shows that always showcase new people, you’ll never see the same show twice.

On to new items.

These bracelets are really cool and currently come in three colors and two styles.

Red Riding Bracelet Beaded Chainmaille

Red, the color of fire, passion and romance. Capture your own Wolf out in the forest with this lovely and eye-catching Chainmaille bracelet. Great for an evening of Painting the Town Red, or a secluded rendezvous in the moonlight.

Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut, and linked in a version of the Round Maille pattern and accented with pretty, translucent Red glass beads that float inside the chain. Finished with a Toggle Clasp that may be changed to Lobster Claw or Spring Clasp at no additional charge.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Currently available in Black, Red and Green glass beads.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or in your favorite color. Please convo the shop with questions or your custom requests.

Erin Chainmaille Bracelet

Emerald green is the must have fashion color of the year. Vibrant, fresh and lush, this pretty bracelet evokes a feeling of rolling hills and green grassy fields. Erin is the romantic name for Ireland, and this beautiful bracelet is reminiscent of the Emerald Isles.

Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut and linked into a version of the Round Maille pattern and accented with pretty Emerald Green bi-cone shaped beads. 8″ long.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Currently available in Black, Red and Green glass beads.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or in your favorite color. Please convo the shop with questions or your custom requests.

Eve Chainmaille Peek A Boo Bracelet

Silver and black, tailored, fashionable and always in style. Slinky yet substantial, this 7-1/2″ bracelet is just right for the office, date night or that casual outfit that needs some dressing up. This bracelet holds a mystery, the beads are inside the chain,and float in place, peering through the lacy weave of the chain,

Hand spun, cut and linked silver plated jump rings are woven into a version of the Round Maille pattern and accented with pretty Black bi-cone shaped beads.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Currently available in Black, Red and Green glass beads.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or in your favorite color. Please convo the shop with questions or your custom requests.
These bracelets are available in other colors as well.  Not a fan of shopping on etsy?  They may also be found at our shop:
The Alchemists Vessel on handmadeartists.com

Thank you for stopping by and having a look. 

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

Erin Chainmaille Emerald Green Beaded Bracelet on Handmade Artists’ Shop

Erin Chainmaille Emerald Green Beaded Bracelet on Handmade Artists’ Shop.

Would make a great St. Patrick’s Day accessory or a fabulous alternative to May’s Birthstone.

Random Item Wednesday

Good Morning,

Today I am at stuck for something to post.  So instead here are several random items available from The Alchemists Vessel.

These cute earring are completely customizable in the metal and bead color of choice.  About the size of a quarter, they are feminine and fun to wear.  Bracelets can be made to match for a fun set of jewelry perfect for any occasion.

Daring Silver Plated and Black Glass Bead Chainmaille Earrings

A little larger than a quarter, these fresh and cute chainmaille earrings are fun and feminine. Just right for dressing up a casual out fit of jeans and a t-shirt, or for a pop of color at the office. Black bi-cone glass beads drop from the rings in a chandelier accent. Light weight, can be worn all day.
Detail Photos: Black, Lavender and Australian Green Jasper, accents
Availabl with out beads as well.

One of a kind and appropriate for men or women.  There are several styles available, each necklace includes hand selected gemstones and accented with Silver plated spacer beads.  From our line of Gems for Gents, from the I’m in the Band collection.

Denim and Leather Genuine Lapis Lazuli and Black Onyx Necklace

18″ total length this powerful and attractive necklace is part of our “Gems For Gents” collection. Hand selected gorgeous genuine Lapis Lazuli resembles those well worn and loved favorite pair of jeans, Black Onyx reminds one of a soft cotton T-shirt or a Leather Jacket with silver accents. Masculine, strong and sturdy, this makes a great casual accessory or a dapper extra for office attire.

Having trouble staying on schedule.  Time running away with you?  You can now capture that time on your wrist with this pretty little bauble.
 

Precious Time Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Watch

Time is precious. This pretty time piece will sure make you’re not wasting yours! Pink and pretty, feminine and fabulous. Great for a pop of color at the office, a lovely piece for Date Night, or that casual outfit. Adorned with a Swarovski Crystal Heart and matching Czech glass beads silver-lined in a bright pink!

There are lots more things to look at and maybe one will fit your gift-giving or shopping needs.

We hope we have peaked your curiosity and interest.

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

Five Gifts To Give – List 5

Good Morning,

Tuesday is here and so too five gift ideas from the members of team Road to Success on Etsy.  There is a new shop to check out as well.

From: Paula Stone Buckner

Heart of Gold Necklace

 

Fun and simple, this heart pendant is accented with 3 Swarovski crystals and has a unique back chain and dangle. It is 15″ around the neck and the back chain/dangle is 15″ It’s a wonderful accent piece for a backless dress or top! 

Shooting Stars Upcycled Bullet Casing Earrings

Upcycled, silver dangle earrings, make a great accessory for jeans and boots. 6″ long, with sterling silver earwires and stars, created with empty bullet casings and silver metal chains.

From:  Resin Road

Pretty Pink Skeleton Leaf Drop Earrings. Resin and Silver Irish Leaves. Handmade Irish. Romantic Gift for Her

 

♥ ABOUT ♥

‘Stacy Made a Promise’ from the Irish Garden Series

A pair of delicate, feminine circular skeleton drop earrings with silver plated kidney wires. A subtle yet stunning piece to offset any outfit

A unique piece, only one pair available

♥ The earrings come beautifully gift wrapped- an extra little gift to you! ♥

Pale Yellow Beach Grass Pendant. Handmade Irish Resin Necklace. Spring/Summer Botanical Gift.

 

♥ ABOUT ♥

‘Fiona walked barefoot in the sand’ from the Irish Garden Series

A pretty and delicate resin pendant featuring pale yellow grass from the Irish shoreline. Drops of yellow dye swirl within the resin to echo a summers breeze through the long grass

A unique piece, only one available

♥ The pendant comes beautifully gift wrapped- an extra little gift to you! ♥

From: Haidji 

Tshirt Wear Art by Haidji – The Price of Beauty

 

My collection of t-shirts 2012/13 with my works in limited edition is available with 4 different works

this is the first one

Parts of a prophecy (the roses)

the t-shirts are available in the versions

1. feminine (girls model);

2. normal t-shirts (unisex); and
if you want a normal Tshirt, please mention this in the note with your order.

the t-shirts are signed one by one by me, with the t-shirt number 1/200, 2/200, 3/200, etc.

and there are only 200 t-shirts for each work.

the price of the t-shirt is 20 euros + 5 euros post and package

I deliver to all countries in the world by registered post.

delivery is after payment and payment methods are paypal, western union, or bank transfer.
Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Monday Menagerie

Good Morning,

Monday is here and with it the work week.  Since I will be out of town, this weeks blog posts will be short.

This morning I thought I would share some more things from handmadeartists.com.

You have seen these little boxes before.  A highlight.  20 Items from different shops on the site.  Sometimes they are posted just for fun, and sometimes they are posted for a purpose, like the one below.

A contest entry, Highlight Contest #28 – Warm Colors

I’m On Fire

If you click the link you can see more of these wonderful items and check out Highlights by other members of the site.

Thank you for stopping iin nad having a look.

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

Featured Artist – Artists

Good Morning,

It happens on occasion that I am chosen for the Blog Ring feature and this week is my turn.  Instead of talking about myself, I thought I would share a list of those artists past and present that have participated, to keep the shops fresh in your mind.

In no particular order:

Yankee Burrow Creations

Sunworx

A Bead Thing

Lisianblue

Reflections

Lil’ Bit Sassy

Brooklyn Bead Goddess

Fabric of My Mind

Reef Botanicals

Thunder Rose Leather

I Knit Quilt Sew

Rasmussen Gems and Jewelry, LLC

Uniqlets

Wyndwalker Creations

Chainmaille by MBOI

 Making The Best of It

The Alchemists Vessel

Blackbird Metalworks

All these shops are made possible and brought to you by:

 handmadeartists.com

and 

handmadeartists.com Forum
 

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.  We hope that we have inspired you to bookmark your favorite shops for your gift giving needs.

**Blog ring participants, past and present,  if I missed you, let me know and we’ll correct that tout suite!

Featured Artist – Lisianblue

Good Morning,

Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Lisianblue of handmadeartists.com.  Let me tell you Kris one busy and crafty lady!  Not only is she the owner of two shops on the site, she also belongs to a number of other artist venues as well.  Among her favorite crafts are:
- candle making
-knitting & crocheting
- sewing
-beading – earrings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets, bead weaving, stringing, wire connections, sewing beads on clothes.
- cross stitch
- wood working
- Fine art paintings with oils, and soft pastels
- photography
- painting on glass.
- paper creations, cards, gift tags, quilling, cutting, origami, boxes and bags. I’ve been making cards for years for friends and family.

She can Crochet

Cherry Red Soft Winter Scarf cs0118

Product Details:  Indulge yourself with this soft cherry red thick winter scarf, this isn’t your typical thin scarf. Hand crocheted with soft bulky weight acrylic yarn with a nubby texture, this carefully hand made scarf is made to keep the winter chill out.   This great scarf measures 6″ x 60″ not including the 7″ fringe on both ends. 
Classy with a black or gray coat.  
I recomend hand washing, squeeze out excess water after rinsing,(no wringing please) wrap it up in a towel ( yeah, just like you do with your swimsuit) and then lay flat to dry.
Thanks so much for dropping by and have a great day.
Item No. cs0118

And she can Knit
  
Cable Knit Heather Gray Hand Knit Beanie Cap kh0116

Product Details:  Hand knit cable knit beanie cap in soft acrylic gray yarn for men or women.  

Hand knit in the round with 4 double pointed knitting needles so there are no seams in this long cap.  With it’s stretchy  17″ circumference and 10″ deep, it will fit heads up to 22″  -  23″ with a snug fit.  Made to be cuffed up to keep those ears warm. 
Machine or hand washable.
This heather gray hand knit beanie is already made and ready to mailed out asap after payment clears through PayPal.  Please return to product page to complete transaction. 
Other colors available shown in last photo – If you would like this hat in a different color(s), go ahead and order  this one,  just let me know what color you would like.  No charge for size adjustment.  Please allow 5 days for your custom made cap to be made. 
**My “models” head is smaller than the typical adult head – 19″ around and shorter too.  More like a small childs head. 
Thank you for coming in and have a fantastic day. 
 Item no kh0116

 

Put it all together, and she creates marvelous things like this original and adorable item.

 A Horse of Different Colors of Course Hand Quilted Hand Beaded ACEO aceo0110

Product Details:  A Horse of different colors was created  with thoughts of one of our favorite movies.  This hand quilted, hand beaded ACEO depicts familiar scenes all wrapped up in a 3 3/4″ x 2 3/4″ ACEO, a bit off from the traditional 3 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ ACEO’s.  Art Cards, Editions and Originals are an affordable way to own a piece of original art. 

Hand beaded and hand quilted using a variety of glass seed beads, a vintage crystal( guess who this stand for!), acrylic flowers,crocheted chain,  a piece of confetti, and of course the horse of many colors hand painted acrylic button.   Made with 2 pieces of complimentary green fabric with a very low loft batting inbetween. 
A fun little piece to create and for you to enjoy.

Besides yarn and bead work, Kris also works in stained glass.

What Kris says about her shop Reflections By Lisianblue

“Each  stained glass wind chime and  hand painted ornaments are carefully designed and  hand crafted with the idea that they will be one of a kind creations,  and will not be reproduced.   The small fetish bears and chili sun catchers  are the only items that are reproduced, hand cut one at a time.  Depending on the glass even these can become a unique creation, as the  striated and mottled glass is never the same.”

Some of Kris’ stained glass works.

SW Geometric Hand Painted Ornament go0138

Product Details:  Turquoise and Candy Apple red mingle with emerald green and a spot of yellow while opaque white adds the details on this unique hand painted southwest design geometric ornament.  This 2 1/2″ tall reclained silver lined ornament gives the tranparent and iridescent paint a certain glow.  After the original paint has been carefully cleaned off, I have hand painted it with quality durable glass paints,  Transparent red, green and yellow, with iridescent blue that is more turqoise than blue, and the details are painted with an opaque white. 
An original artistic one of a kind glass ornament makes a wonderful gift for the ornament collector or someone you know that you  just don’ know quite what to give them!  Especially for the Southwest design lover.
Each ornament is nestled in it’s own special hand crafted box, with like colors and theme, then surrounded with layers of bubble warp and mailed in a sturdy cardboard box to ensure it’s safe arrival at it’s new home.  Mailed asap (within 48hrs or less) after payment clears PayPal.  Please return to product page to complete transaction.

Hand Made Icy Fern Stained Glass Tetrahedron with Crystal Beads

Product Details:Small to larger,  clear & iridscent, new and vintage crystal beads are contained in this hand made icy fern stained glass tetrahedron pyramid. 
Use it as a paperweight,  a unique sun catcher on a window sill,  stress releiver when you gently shake the beads, turn it over & look through it and breath deep……………………………..
I have hand cut the 4 triangular pieces, ground and wrapped with copper foil tape and soldered it all together with silver colored solder.   Has been trough several cleanings and polished with a bit of liquid car wax.
Cleaning:  Please do NOT submerge.  Spray a little vinegar water on a soft cloth (old t-shirts work great)  and wipe clean.  Occasional (every 6 months or so) polishes with liquid car wax is great for keeping the solder shiny.
This lovely tetrahedron  measures  a bit over 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″  and comes in it’s own handcrafted box shown.  If you would like a different box, such as a sold color, no problem, just let me know in message to seller through PayPal or through the shop here. 
Have a small keepsake you would like enclosed in a tetrahedron pyramid?  Contact me and we can discuss the details.  Different sizes available. 

If you would like to look at more of Kris’ work or just follow the amazing things she creates, you may find her at any of the links below.

Lisianblue
Reflections
Artfire
Twitter
Blog

Thank you for stopping in and having a look, we hope we have inspired you to take a look at what else Kris has to offer, perhaps she can make something for you.

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