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Good Morning,

Since this past weekend was Easter, the Blog Ring took a little break to allow people to be unwind and be with family and friends for the Holiday.

No shop in particular is featured this week, I just thought it would be fun to take a peek at some of the new artists and a couple of new items from some of my favorite shops.

From Yankee Burrow Creations

What can I say, I just love Teddy Bears, and these are so cute and what a wonderful gift and so full of love.

big sister teddy bear duo white and red

Product Details:

these big sister teddy bears celebrate the love between sisters.  The big sister bear is white and measures 9 1/2″ tall, and little sister bear is red and measures only 9″ tall.  The eyes and noses of both bears are sewn on, and they sport matching but coordinating scarfs with bright yellow trim.  These would be a nice gift for your sister, big or small.  You can read the full story behind these bears here on my blog, http://www.yankeeburrowcreations.com/2013/03/celebrate-your-sisters.html
~created by Debbi~
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From Linda Nelson

BOHO STYLE TABLETOP GREETING CARD

Product Details:

Say thank you, cheer up someone’s blue day, remind a friend or loved one how special they are… You know exactly who this charming little gift should belong to.
Sweet, chic, boho style tabletop greeting card made of embellished wool felt and fabric on miniature easel. Interior muslin patch for writing a personal sentiment. Cream colored organza pouch and small box included for hand delivery or postal shipping convenience. Overall dim 3.5″w x 5″h.

From: Jen’s Tangled Threads
 

Autumn Ruffle Scarf Red Orange Purple Fashion Scarf

Product Details:

Ruffle scarves are the latest fashion trend. They are so easy to wear and stay in place with a couple twists. Dress up a pair of jeans and a turtleneck, or add a splash of color to that little black dress. Everyone loves a ruffle scarf! 
My scarves measure 60″ in length. 
Looking for a different color? Contact me and I will look for the color you are searching for.
Each scarf is made to order. Please allow 1 week for creation and shipping. 

From Wish Song Design

Pink and Grey galahs cockatoo painting bird art large print

Product Details:
My newest painting in the Australian animal series. Its of two sweet pink and grey galah’s sitting amongst the flowers in the Eucalypt tree. It comes as an 8.5 x 12 inch print with a thin white border surrounding the image. A lovely addition to a country kitchen or for those who love birds!
Please note that colours may vary slightly from what you see on your monitor due to different monitor settings.

All my artwork is printed on archival quality Hahnemuehle Fine Art Paper 310-350gsm with a lovely texture that resembles the watercolour paper the original was painted on. It is printed using archival quality Lucia pigment inks on a Canon IPF5100 printer ensuring very rich and sharp prints.

Each print is signed, dated and titled on the back. Watermark will not appear on your print.

Your print will be shipped in a protective cellophane sleeve between cardboard or in a rigid mailer to ensure safe delivery of your print.

All artwork is copyright Jodie Blanchard 2011-2013. All rights reserved.

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.  

Chainmaille Peek A Boo Red Glass Bead Bracelet on Handmade Artists’ Shop

Chainmaille Peek A Boo Red Glass Bead Bracelet on Handmade Artists’ Shop.

Joy Pendant Red Rice in a Glass Bottle on Handmade Artists’ Shop

Joy Pendant Red Rice in a Glass Bottle on Handmade Artists’ Shop.

Hand Dyed Rice in a glass bottle.

Time Enough For Love Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Watch on Handmade Artists’ Shop

Time Enough For Love Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Watch on Handmade Artists’ Shop.

Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Watch

Great Gift Ideas Four (4) from the Web

Good Morning,
 
Tuesday is here and we have four more items to look at for gift ideas.  I know I usually have five but I am short one today.

From: Resin Road

Silver Resin Pendant Necklace – Red Pink Rose, Irish Miniature Georgian Dublin Door

Description: A hand drawn illustration by myself of one of Dublin’s colourful Georgian Doors. The illustration is coloured in warm tones of rose tinted Indian ink with an ‘ombre’ effect and is encased under a layer of crystal clear resin to protect it. It is mounted in a rectangular silver plated tray and comes with an 18” long silver plated link chain.

The pendant comes beautifully gift wrapped- an extra little gift to you!
Each pendant also comes with a little handcrafted token detailing the charismatic character who lived behind your chosen door and the evening you will enjoy with them once invited in.

From Jackie Guttuso Designs

Acorn Art Original Fall Home Decor

 Description:  This richly colored 5 x 7 ” collage of an acorn is an original, one of a kind piece. It was created with acrylic paint on professional grade heavy watercolor paper. It has an additional 1/8″ white border for ease in framing. It comes unframed and unmatted. View photo samples for framing suggestions and to see my other coordinating fall collages. (Not included-click links below to view)

From: Emily Andrews

Brown Beaded Owl Necklace

 Description: A glass and wooden beaded necklace with a beautiful metal owl pendant. This double stand necklace features glass beads that are a bronze-gold metallic colour with an alternating pattern of brown wooden beads. The owl pendant is brown with black gemstone eyes and is 3.25cm long. The full length of the necklace is 48cm and it has two lobster clasps. 

From  Sues Arts

Vintage Beauty Cameo  Necklace

Description:  Gorgeous looking vintage image of an old beauty that is ever lasting…

This is a large cameo setting in antique silver. Custom print and design that is unique and one of a kind. Frame size about 21/2 x 2.

Necklace is about 18″ long but can be adjusted per request with no extra charge.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

In hope that inspiration to check out some of these shops has struck.  Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

T he Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

 

In My Studio Project Pandemonium

 

Hello,

Wednesday greets Idaho a little grey today.  In hope that means more rain to clear some of the smoke from the fires that are still burning in the area.

I have several projects going on in the studio and sharing is always good.

After last weeks tutorial I couldn’t help but try my hand at a Micro Maille version of the Jens Pind weave.  After working out an appropriate AR of 2.92 I have come up with pretty and sleek 7-1/2″ length of Sterling Silver Plated (over brass) Chain.  I am unsure if I want to leave it at its current length or continue and create a necklace instead.  There are endless possibilities as I look at the unfinished piece.

Shown here wrapped around a quarter for size comparison.  This weave, like most, is supple, strong, and makes for lovely jewelry.

Hand cut jump rings have an angular or almost mitered end when snipped with wire cutters, this is called pinch cutting. 

After reading another post on a Forum, I began searching for something called Alcohol Inks.  These are nifty little inks that will color metal.  Shake the object up in a bag with a little of the ink or dab it on with a sponge applicator.  I practiced on two aluminum bells (any metal will work).   My friend, who is also a jewelry designer, graciously allowed me to try the pieces below for fun.  She too has recently discovered this interesting way to add a bit of color to her designs.

Red Bell

Purple Bell

This is a messy process, even thought the ink dries fairly quickly, your fingers will get inky, the table top will get inky, and your clothes will get inky.  You can even mix or ink over other colors to create really pretty effects.  The metal maintains a shine when the ink dries, a plus.  These bells really ring, too.

There are a couple of other projects in the works as well. Working on creating a complimentary something for the cast flower,  the next Flea Market is just around the corner, and preparations for that are happening as well.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant rest of the week.

 

Three Great Gifts To Give Presenting Handmade Artists Site

Good Morning.

Today I would like to feature some truly unique, clever and beautiful, handmade from start finish gift ideas.  All of today’s featured gifts are from shops on handmadeartists.com.  A great site to find things handcrafted by some amazing artists and craft-people.  There is no question here about re-sellers, these items are handmade by the shop owner.

Although I invited any and all shop owners to participate, I only received three entries for this weeks blog, so I turn the post over the them.  Hoping to pique your curiosity enough to click the link and have a look see at some of their other offerings as well.  Looking is always free!

Without further ado:

From Southern Country Creations

Brown Leather with Green Tree Agate Beads and Peace charm

Product Details: This bracelet was handcrafted using brown leather and round green tree agate beads. It sports a shell button for closure and a Peace charm.

It measures approximately 7 1/4 inches

From: Blue Highways

Hand Bound Book Wings of Scarlet

 Product Details: It may be fall but I’m holding on to warmer weather with this gorgeous 6″ x 9″ book covered in a fabric of red tulips. The colors are shades of scarlet and greens popping on a black background. The red was difficult for me to photograph perfectly, the 4th photo is the actual cover scanned on my scanner and represents the colors a little better.

Inside I have bound 160 pages (front & back) of premium 80# acid free white drawing paper excellent for pencil, colored pencil and charcoal also good for pen and ink, marker and oil pastels. I have them sewn with a hand waxed red cotton thread and ribbon bound them with a 7/8″ scarlet grosgrain ribbon. As with all my ribbon bound books, refills can be ordered once the book has been filled, please contact me if you are interested in one – it’s simple to replace, I’ll be happy to walk you through it.

From: My European Touch

Handmade Mosaic Tray shabby cottage chic china broken plate rims Mosaic Tray clay roses pearls

 Product Details:   Glamorous shabby chic cottage Mosaic Tray. This was a vintage silver plate tray, Silver plate all gone, I sanded it down, primed it, it got a coat of cottage white paint. A lil bit of distress to give it that worn well loved look. I then proceeded to cut up my already damaged fine bone china plate rims and stained glass and filled the inside with this lovely mosaic. Roses and blooms are climbing on this tray like a briar bush in the wild, so romantic.

I then filled the rim with lil pearls and tulle roses all the way around to give it that finished look. A lil arrangement of handmade clay roses in the left corner and this Mosaic tray is brimming with beauty.
The mosaic is grouted in an antique white grout and sealed. I showed it photographed in different light and it can be hung up on the wall too.

It is a footed tray and I tied a pale cream organza ribbon to two of the the feet, tied it in a nice bow and it can hang on your wall..
The colors are the truest on the close ups of the pictures.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.   The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant week.