Five Great Gifts To Give List 17

Good Morning,

Today we are just going to jump right in there with listings.

We have some returning participants as well as new shops, let’s have a look.

From: Sue’s Arts

Hamsa necklace, Charm necklace, evil eye jewelry, silver hamsa charm, silver necklace, silver hamsa

 

Beautiful, charming, elegant and one of a kind Hamsa charm necklaces to choose from.

Since Hamsas are considered a gift of love they make the perfect gift idea.

The Hamsa Hand is believed to protect and shield against the evil eye, generate positive energy, provide good fortune, health, prosperity and happiness.

Approx length about 18″ long and can be adjusted per request at no extra charge.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

Combinations can be mixed and played with per request at no extra charge… feel free to contact me

Suzan ♥ 

From:  zlala959

Agate geode pendant No10411

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

material: geode
size: 20mm x 50mm x 50mm
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 Alchemists Vessel
  
Paramour Chainmaille Bracelet

Feminine, and super cute. Pretty in pink, this fun, flirtatious and colorful piece is just right for any occasion, a pop of color at the office, or for a casual weekend get away accessory. From the Captured Color Collection, this lovely piece would make an excellent alternative for a Breast Cancer Awareness lapel pin ribbon. Light weight and comfortable for extended wear.

8″ long including clasp. Silver plated wire and enameled aluminum jump rings 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 color of choice. Check the shop to see if one isn’t already available in your favorite color. Multicolor requests, please add $5.00

Currently available in: Dark Blue, Purple, Olive Green, Pink, Teal, Red, Black and Copper (enameled aluminum or natural)

Free Shipping on this item.

Custom orders, please allow 2 – 3 Day shipping, we need time to make your item. 

From: Fable and Fury

Seahorse necklace in black stainless steel – nautical fashion seahorse silhouette steampunk jewelry

 

Original-design seahorse specimen silhouette pendant is intricately cut in stainless steel with black powder coat finish, measures just over 2.25″ (59mm) tall and includes the following components: 18″ black enameled chain, black findings and sturdy black lobster clasp.

✒ 15% DISCOUNT on orders of $50 or more (excluding shipping). Enter coupon code 15OFF50 during checkout to receive your discount. ✒

Fable & Fury silhouettes depict nature-inspired designs that you’ll adore. Modern techniques enable us to design intricately-detailed pendants that are still extraordinarily durable. We are committed to creating unconventional jewelry using materials of the utmost quality and strength, providing you with necklaces that are ageless, enduring, and uniquely… Fable & Fury.

✒ If you prefer a stainless steel (silver color) chain or a length other than 18″, please include your request in the “message to seller” box during checkout.

From Dark Djinn Design

Not only is this the shop where you can find my favorite macabre monster miniature sculptures  but there are some other really beautiful things in the shop as well.

Not only will you find these little guys
  
Biter Zombie Head

 

1/6 Scale solid cast resin zombie head
Sold individually 

but you can also find lovely things like this pretty wooden box.

Wooden Keepsake Box

 

Burned, dyed, stained, aged, and flog.. I mean flocked. Box has been tortured into submission.
Stained Glass look with a tie-dye sensibility and the flaws left in for a wabi-sabi – this has been around awhile – feel. One of a kind, signed on bottom.
Box is 11 x 7 cm hexagon (approx. 4.5 x 2.75 inches)

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  

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

 

 

Five Great Gifts For Giving List 16

Good Morning,

Today we showcase five cool items from five neat shops on Etsy.  We have two new shops as well as some returning favorites.

New to me and the Etsy Team, Road To Success, is this fun and adorable shop.

From: Nerdvana  Mama

Doctor Who Tardis purse bag

Doctor Who TARDIS Purse. Made of cotton, lined on inside with black cotton fabric. Two pockets on inside, one small, one large, to create more space. approx. 8×11 inches. Windows, doors and signs are hand painted.

Each purse is made to order. So slight variations will occur. 

Invader Zim Gir keychain

Ready to ship Invader Zim Gir keychain. Made of hard plastic.Approx 1 inch tall. Each keychain is hard drawn.

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.

With Beltane comes the Babies, so why not get prepared for those new arrivals or those that are ready for a first year celebration.  There other neat banners and things in the shop.  Give them a look.

From: SDK Creations

Custom Baby Shower Onesie Banner, Fabric Banner, Baby, Boy,Girl, Twins, Unisex

 

Baby Onesie Banner. Just the perfect decoration, gift for the Mommy and Baby to be. What shower wouldn’t be a hit without the Banner. Nice thing is this is also a wearable banner.

PLEASE ALLOW 2-3 WEEKS CREATING TIME. IF YOU NEED IT SOONER PLEASE CONTACT ME.

**** THIS IS A CUSTOM ORDER, UPON AGREEMENT AND YOUR LISTING IS PAID FOR THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. ****

**THIS LISTING INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING

Banner 4 Onesie’s
Choice of character
If you would like to do a name. $8 per Onesie
Choice of fabric color
Twine, Ribbon
Clothespins
4-6 Feet Long

** Additional Charge

$3.00 for each addtional onsie
$ .50 for additional fabric
$1.00 for added embelishments to clothespins

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

From: Zlala959
  
Agate quartz druzy drusy pendant link connector No10765

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

material: druzy
size: about 10mm x 20mm x 30mm
color and pattern: please see the picture.
conditon: new and never been used.

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

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

From Sue’s Arts

Layered necklace, layered beaded necklace, multi layered necklace, long layered necklace, chuncky layered necklace

Beautiful, elegant, charming and unique one of a kind layered necklace.

Created with red ruby gems, large clear Swarovski crystals and more.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥ 

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  

 

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you pleasant day.

 

Featured Artists – Brooklyn Bead Goddess

Good Morning,

This morning we feature April, the Brooklyn Bead Goddess, of  Handmade Artists.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, April’s love of Lampworking or “flameworking” glass, began when she was a young girl wandering the boardwalks of Coney Island and watching the Glass Artists there create their amazing, detailed and fragile sculptures.  This life-long love affair with glass is apparent from her incredible pieces.  She takes the time to learn new things, materials and techniques and incorporates then into her designs.

She is also a member of The International Organization for Self-Representing Artists in Jewelry Design.  SRAJD stands for Self-Representing Artist Jewelry Designer. A SRAJD member sells jewelry they designed and created. They are not permitted to sell mass produced jewelry or jewelry that hasn’t been made by themselves.

When you purchase from an SRAJD member, you are buying directly from and supporting the artist.

That being said, let’s take a look at some of her stunning pieces.

Yes, she makes jewelry.

Lampwork Earrings Handmade Glass Beads Handcrafted Wearable Art Jewelry SRA SRAJD

Product Details:

Handmade brown and green glass beads made by melting glass in a torch flame. I love the contrast of these two colors. Bottom brown bead has a green swirl design, top brown bead has raised green dots and drops of crystal clear glass on each dot. Intricate, one of a kind pair of earrings.
Sterling silver ball beads on top, middle and bottom. Sterling silver wire wrapped onto a soldered jump ring connected to Sterling silver french ear wires.
Measures from top of ear wire to bottom 1 1/2 inches.
These lampwork glass beads are made by myself in a torch flame. They are digitally kiln annealed for added strength and durability. I clean the bead holes myself using a special dremel diamond drill bit. They are closely inspected before using in my designs. I take pride in my work and you will too when you wear a piece of Wearable Art.
I am a registered Self Representing Artist (SRA) member number G-122 and registered Self Representing Artist Jewelry Designer (SRAJD) number 2147.
My jewelry is mailed in a padded envelope for safe shipping. First-Class Mail Parcel with delivery confirmation It will be beautifully gift wrapped and gift boxed.
Thank you for supporting independent artists.

Lampwork Necklace Handcrafted Glass Beads Handmade Artisan Jewelry SRA SRAJD

Product Details:
The focal bead on this necklace takes patience and a long time to create. It’s a hollow glass lampwork bead. I’ve added handmade white squiggle designs over the blue transparent glass. Copper bead caps on each side. Shades of blue and white glass have been used in the twenty lampwork glass beads throughout the design. Each one made by melting glass in a torch fire flame. 
This necklace also has four unique blue goldstone beads along with the iridescent gray pearl beads.  
Large fancy sterling silver toggle clasp closure. 
Measures 23 inch neckline.
Sterling silver crimp beads and wire protectors used. 
All the lampwork glass beads I use are handmade by myself by melting glass in a torch flame. The Moretti Glass / Effetre Glass glass I use is Made in Italy and imported to America. I also like to use CIM lampwork glass. My beads are digitally kiln annealed for added strength and durability. I clean the clay-like bead release powder from the holes myself using a special dremel diamond drill bit. They are closely inspected before I consider using them in my jewelry designs.
I take pride in my work and you will too when you wear a piece of my Wearable Art.
My jewelry is always packed well to ensure safe shipping. I send them gift wrapped AND gift boxed too.
I am a registered Self Representing Artist Jewelry Designer (SRAJD) number 2147 and Self Representing Artist member ( number G 122).
Thank you for supporting independent artists and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.

She also is very clever in her designs, this item is new, and I think they are super cute, and would make fabulous Cocktail Swizzles Sticks (what they actual are) or  Hair Accessories.

Swizzle Drink Stir Stick Artisan Lampwork Glass Beads

Product Details:

Add bling to your party. Don’t use plain plastic to mix your drink. Swirl in style with my handmade glass beaded swizzle sticks. It’s brushed stainless steel measuring 8 inches. Perfect gift for the new bar or man cave. Unique conversation starter. I make my own glass beads by melting glass in a torch flame. No two alike. One of a kind, artisan crafted.
Silver top bead unscrews for easy on/off for hand washing.
My beads are digitally kiln annealed which is an important step in quality lampwork beads. This process insures added strength and durability. However, they are glass and should be used with care. I thoroughly inspect all of my glass pieces to ensure there are no flaws or cracks before using.
I am a registered Self Representing Artist Jewelry Designer (SRAJD) number 2147 and Self Representing Artist member ( number G 122).
Thank you for supporting independent artists and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments before ordering.
Colors will vary from monitor to monitor. Photos were taken in outdoor light to capture their beauty.

She works with a variety of colors, making beautiful one of a  kind pieces.

Lampwork Bead Bracelet Handmade Glass Handcrafted Wearable Art Jewelry

Product Details:

Handmade Glass Bracelet with fifteen handcrafted lampwork beads. Each one has been made by me, one at a time in a torch flame. I used shades of browns, beige, peach, white and creamsicle. Decorative designs were then added for a unique look. Topaz/Orange iridescent swarovski crystals added with small sterling silver beads. Toggle clasp closure is sterling silver.
Measures 6 3/4 inside
and end to end is 8 inches
All the lampwork glass beads I use are handmade by myself by melting glass in a torch flame. The Moretti Glass / Effetre Glass glass I use is Made in Italy and imported to America. I also like to use CIM lampwork glass.My beads are digitally kiln annealed for added strength and durability. I clean the clay-like bead release powder from the holes myself using a special dremel diamond drill bit. They are closely inspected before I consider using them in my jewelry designs.
I take pride in my work and you will too when you wear a piece of my Wearable Art.
I am a registered Self Representing Artist Jewelry Designer (SRAJD) number 2147 and Self Representing Artist member ( number G 122).
My jewelry is always packed well to ensure safe shipping. I send them gift boxed too.
Thank you for supporting independent artists and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.

 Not only is she a busy and active member of the Handmade Artist Forum, she also keeps a blog and attends to other Social Media and Promotes her work with groups and shows.

You can find more about April at any of the links below.

Brooklyn Bead Goddess Blog 
Facebook  
Twitter 
Brooklyn Bead Goddess on Etsy  
Brooklyn Bead Goddess Site
Brooklyn Bead Goddess on Handmade Artists

Take the opportunity to stop by and have alook at some of her beautiful and amazing pieces.  April also sells loose beads, so you can make and create your own jewelry as well, an excellent place for that unique One-of-a-kind item that you just can’t find (or get) anywhere else.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  In hope that we have inspired you to check out any of the links above and see what this talented artists has for you.

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

Five Great GIfts To GIve List 14

Good Morning,

Tuesday has rolled around once more and it is time for five more gift ideas.

Absolutely perfect this morning, is this Original painting from

From: Jackie Guttuso Design

Coffee art, Original collage, Coffee painting, Modern kitchen art, Coffee wall art, OOAK Coffee decor, Original coffee cup art

 

This coffee collage is an original, one of a kind piece. I created it by painting with professional grade heavy watercolor paper with layers of acrylic paint and hand cutting the individual letters and pieces to make this unique collage. It would make a wonderful gift for a coffee loving friend or would look great hanging in the kitchen or dining room. I left it unmatted and unframed so that you can choose the color and style that will look just right with your decor. Click on the photos above to get an idea how it would look with different color mats and frames.

Here’s another original coffee collage that I’ve created:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/120318585/coffee-art-original-kitchen-art-coffee

If you’re a tea lover, you’ll love this piece:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/120215280/tea-art-collage-original-tea-wall-art

Visit my shop to see other original kitchen collage art as well as original, whimsical kids art and ready to hang gallery wrap giclee prints and canvas giclee prints:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JackieGuttusoDesigns

I’d be happy to create a custom piece for you, if you’d like another size or other colors. Click the “contact the shop owner” below to request custom work.

From Sue’s Arts

crystal charm necklace, gold necklace, bead work charm necklace, Hamsa charm, Hamsa necklace, silver necklace

 

Gorgeously charming and elegant necklace created with Swarovski crystals.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

Suzan ♥

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

From Green Jade Goddess

Unakite Sun bracelet, Sun bracelet, Unakite bracelet, Balancing and meditation bracelet, Stretchy bracelet

 

Unakite Sun bracelet. I have used to make this protection bracelet 8 mm faceted Unakite and white jade gemstone beads strung in clear strong stretch threat with Sun charm.

Size is approx. 6,7″. I can make this bracelet in other lenght. Just contact me.

Unakite is a stone of vision. It balances emotions with spirituality. Unakite provides grounding when needed. It facilitates rebirthing, gently releasing conditions that inhibit spiritual and psychological growth.

100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: If you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me and I will do my best to help.

Please have in mind that the colour displayed in the picture may be slightly different than the real product due to your computer configuration.

Please read the Shop Policies.

Thanks for visiting my Shop!

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.

  

From Diana Shye Jewelry

Copper coiled wire spiral red tiger eye bracelet on Etsy

 

This eye-catching handmade bracelet by DianaShyeJewelry on Etsy features a copper coiled wire spiral winding around gleaming red tiger eye beads.

The first step in making this bracelet was to create a long copper wire coil of copper by winding fine gauge copper wire around a mandrel. I removed the copper wire coil from the mandrel and stuing it on a length of thicker gauge copper wire. Then I wound the strung coil around the mandrel to create a coiled coil of copper wire. I then strung the 10 mm red tiger eye beads on still another length of even thicker gauge core copper wire and wound the coil of copper coil around the beads and the core wire. Finally, I finished the bracelet off with a handcrafted copper wire clasp.

The bracelet is 7″ (17.8 cm) long and 7/16 ” (12 mm) in diameter. It fits a small to medium wrist.

Red tiger eye is a birthstone for Scorpio (October 23 – November 22).

For more copper jewelry by DianaShyeJewelry in this and other styles, see my Copper/Brass/Mixed Metal Section at https://www.etsy.com/shop/DianaShyeJewelry?section_id=12690789.

For more coiled wire jewelry by DianaShyeJewelry in this and other styles, see my Coiled Wire Jewelry Section at https://www.etsy.com/shop/DianaShyeJewelry?section_id=12690639.

To return to my shop home: http://www.DianaShyeJewelry.etsy.com.

From Charming Basics

Crochet Coin Purse-Bridesmaid Gift (Kiss clasp coin purse)

 

A kiss clasp coin purse made in 100% mercerized cotton. Lined so it won’t stretch in a colorful umbrella print fabric.

If you’d like to give these as bridesmaid gifts the lining can be done in wedding colors.
I can also embroider your initials or special date on the outside of the purse. Please contact me either through Etsy convo or through e-mail charmingbasics [!at] gmail.com to work out details for multiples and customization.

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

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

Guinevere Chainmaille Necklace New Item

Good Morning,

Monday is here, the work week is ahead, and there are five days to get it all right.  Due to a personal situation the blog will be short and not very detailed for these next couple of weeks.  Sometimes you get so busy taking care of business that you forget to take care of yourself, and that can cause down time for the artist.

This morning’s item is very pretty and rather neat.   Available on Etsy: Guinevere.

The chain is woven in two patterns Round and Inverted Round Maille weaves.  Genuine Australian Green Jasper beads are secreted in the chain and accent the main focal point of the necklace.  Silver Rings are also tucked here and there to add stability and another design element the piece.

Most Maille pieces will lay flat, this one has some dimension to it, as the Round Maille weave actually “stands-up” when the piece is worn, giving it a unique and very pretty lace-like look.

Detail can be seen here, a Green Jasper bead has been tucked inside the chain, just a couple of links below are silver rings, captured in the weave.

Detail of focal point, the genuine Jasper beads are a lovely greenish-blue with deeper green inclusions across the surface of the stone.  These are very pretty and may be mistaken for turquoise on occasion. 

 18-1/2″ total length, the piece rests just along the decolletage (decollete) making an attractive collar to jazz up that stuffy Professional Office attire or a dazzling accessory for Date Night.  Also appropriate for period costumes, film, stage and event attire.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or with different beads.  There are two more versions on the workbench awaiting finishing touches, as well as to be photographed for listing and sale.

This piece is also on handmadeartists.com.  You may find it under the listing, Merry Go Round.
 
Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

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

   
 

Merry Go Round Chainmaille and Jasper Necklace on Handmade Artists’ Shop

 

Merry Go Round Chainmaille and Jasper Necklace on Handmade Artists’ Shop.

TRusk4U – Featured Artists

Good Morning,

Today‘s blog features Teresa Rusk of TRusk4U.  You have met Teresa before, she is a member of Handmade Artists Foum as well as the owner of the shop trusk4u.

Not only does Teresa own an on line store, she also has a physical location to show off all her lovely wares.  If you are in the North Carolina area stop by and check her out, not only will you find Teresa’s own designs and goodies, but other finds from local area artists as well.  

Hollyhocks, LLC
102 W. Clay St. #C, Downstairs
Mebane, NC 27302
919-563-2522

Teresa is a jewelry designer, she loves to work with recycled items and creates items from the simple string of beads to more intricate work.  Her artisan creations are not only lovely but they are affordable as well, and will suit most any style of attire.  Many of her pieces are customizable for length and color choice of the item.

Teresa also blogs, and I do like her blog, there are fun things to do on the side menu bars, like the Daily Ohm, as well as read what she has been doing in the Shop and B & M Store.  Links to her sites, pages, shops, and blogs, may be found below.

Done in this year’s must-have fashion color (Green), is this lovely bracelet and earring set.

Rosa’s Garden
  

Product Details:

Crisp, bright green glass beads are paired with silver plated, antique look, round and fan style beads to give Rosa’s Garden a very unique look. A large, dark green acrylic bead is the focal  with flat , weblike bead caps at either end. This bracelet has been carefully strung on flexible beading wire with wire guards, and crimp covers. A smooth toggle clasp adds the finishing touch. This bracelet is on the small side at 7.75″(18.5cm) long from end to end (including the clasp) and will fit a 6.5″(16cm) wrist.
 The matching earrings also have the same bright green glass beads and are topped with the fan beads. Small ribbed saucer spacers are at either end of the bead and a neatly wrapped loop attaches the dangle to the fishhook ear wire. They are 1.75″ (4.44cm) long including the ear wire.

This next item is one of my favorites.  The simple design allows for the natural beauty and interesting pattern of the stone to be the focal point of the pair.

Water and Earth Jasper Earrings

Product Details:

Water and Earth are created using large 18mm Aqua Terra Jasper coin beads.  With beautiful shades of green and taupe, they are perfect for anytime of the year! Small silver plated beads add a little extra sparkle to the bottom, and are finished at the top with neatly wrapped loops. They are attached to silver plated fishhook earwires and measure 1.75″ (4.44cm) long including the earwire.

Why I like her work so much.  This simple three strnaf beaded bracelet is something else!  Powerful, elegeant, bold and beautiful in a Cuff style piece.

 Tiger Eye Triple Strand Bracelet

Product Details:

This classic style bracelet is beauty in simplicity! it features golden brown, oval Tiger Eye beads that have been spaced with small gold beads.It’s been carefully constructed using flexible beading wire and gold spacer bars to keep it all lined up straight so it lies flat against your wrist. To finish, I used wire guards, crimp covers, and a lovely filgree box clasp, all gold plated. This bracelet is 8.75″ (22.22cm) from end to end, and will fit up to a 7.25″ (18.41cm) wrist size.
* Bonus pair of matching earrings at no extra charge!        

Here is an example of Teresa’s Up-cycling or Re-purposing skills.  I think this is very pretty and unique.

Dream Weaver Upcycled Woven Pendant

Product Details:

Upcycling at its very best, this pendant is a mixture of handmade and recycled parts. The pendant itself is a chandelier earring component which has been woven using 22 gauge silver non tarnish artistic wire.The beads I used are 8mm fire polished, faceted Jablonex beads in a rich Iris Blue. Each dangle has a silver lined E bead at the bottom and a wrapped loop securing it to the pendant. A handmade split ring acts as the bail and is made using the same non tarnish wire. The pendant including the bail is just around 2″ long and 1″ wide. 18″ of silver plated cable chain and a lobster claw clasp complete this charming necklace.

Wow, not just your ordinary wire ring.  Teresa has several these in here shop, but this one just really caught my eye.

Copper and Italian Onyx Swirl Ring

Product Details:

A small indulgence, this feminine ring with those great curvy swirls is truly  treat! The tarnish resistant, 20 gauge wire is cut to length and the pieces are bundled and wired together. They are then placed around a ring mandrel to get the basic shape and lightly hammered.  5mm Italian Onyx beads are added for a little extra flair and the wire ends are curled into those fabulous swirls! Because this ring is open in the front, it can be adjusted to fit any finger, making it the perfect gift . 

Links 

Handmade Artits Shop: T. Rusk 4U 
About Page: Teresa Rusk
Twitter: trusk4u 
Blog: T. Rusk 4U 
Blog: Hollyhocks, LLC
Facebook: trusk4U 
Facebook: Hollyhocks, LLC 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

 

 

Inspiration and Kahleesi Necklace

Good Morning,

Where does your inspiration come from?  Many people refer to a “Muse” or other sprite of thought for the idea that begins to spark in the mind and finally catches, turning in to a bright and shining beacon of a completed what have you.  Yea inspiration.

Mine comes from all over the place and no piece shows that more concisely than Kahleesi.  Inspired by museums, and ancient archeological finds, reminiscent of coins, and the lands of Geeks, Romans and Egyptians come to mind (for me) when looking at the piece.

The name for the piece is also inspired.  I racked my brain for quite a some time trying to come up with something that I thought fit the feel and was appropriate for necklace.  Things like “Cleopatra” and “Aphrodite”, have been done and sometimes much to often.  Why not bring the piece into the modern world.  But it is not modern my brain whined!  It is, I argued back with myself.  This went on for a while.

I stared at this for what seemed like an eternity, and then  just by chance or out of boredom, I looked over to my bookcase and there in big bold black letters what did I read?  A Game of Thrones.  Hey now!  The hamster got back on the wheel and we ran the poor thing ragged pouring through the book for names.

“What’s in a name”… (Shut up, Shakespeare!)

I was unaware that the books by George R.R. Martin had become such a popular HBO Series, and has an avid following of fans.   Now we’re getting somewhere.  I have a source, a good reason, now I need an appropriate name… and how come everything is spelled weird!  After a bit of page flipping and description reading I settled upon the character’s name of “Kahleesi” (at least I can spell it).

Created using Jeweler’s Bronze (aka “Merlin’s Gold”), Copper and genuine Turquoise beads.  The disks (coins) have been cut from sheet metal, jump rings and head pins are hand crafted using 20 and 18 gauge wire.  Genuine Turquoise beads in two sizes accent the antiqued bronze chain, the disks have been antiqued for a consistent design.

High Fashion or Fantasy.  This would be great for SCA events, Belly Dancers, Costuming, Cos-Play Cons, Steampunk Fashionistas, Boho Chic, Office attire or Date Night.  Light weight and fun to wear.  Appropriate for any Queen Across the Sea or closer to your own Realm of home.

Available at handmadeartists.com, matching earrings are included.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

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

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

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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

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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.

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Five Great GIfts to GIve List #8

Good Morning,

This month there are two Holidays, Passover and Easter, this morning’s blog has five great gift ideas for the holidays.

From Sue’s Arts

Chai charm necklace, evil eye necklace, Hamsa necklace, Treee of life, Hebrew charm necklace, Judaica, evil eye necklace, Life charm

 

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Beautiful and unique variety of Judaica cameo charm necklaces in antique bronze.

Collection includes, “Chai” for “Life, Hamsa, Tree of Life, and Star of David (Magen David).

About 18″ long which can be adjusted per request at no extra charge.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

This would make a lovely gift for the Seder Hostess.

Matza box Holder, Passover matza holder, Matzo box holder, Matzo, matza, Judaica gift, Passover

This is a beautiful and unique handmade and decorated wooden Matza box holder.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS ALWAYS WELCOME

Suzan

From: Abbey’s Nest

How cute are these… Peeps  

Macrame Bracelet with Acrylic Pastel Chick Charms

A cute, colorful macrame bracelet with multi-colored pastel chicks. Bracelet is knotted with oatmeal colored polished hemp, and measures 8 inches in length with a loop and bead closure. The bracelet also features six little acrylic pastel chick beads. Perfect for Easter! 

Lampwork Chicken Earrings with Red Agate Hearts

A pair of lampwork chicken earrings with red agate hearts. Red, white and blue lampwork chicken beads are each paired with three dangling agate hearts in various shades of red. Earring hooks are surgical stainless steel. Great for those with metal allergies.

And for those of you that like to handcraft your gift items, here is a fun bunch of punches themed for Easter.

From: OWL Crafting

Easket Basket With Eggs

This is to make your own Easter Basket. I have included a Sample showing how it looks or you can rearrange it and make it anyway you like. I have included 4 Baskets, Eggs and Bows…There is enough to make 4 different baskets..

These are cute to put on cards, scrapbooking, invitations, etc..

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