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Yankee Burrow Creations – Featured Artist
Good Morning,
Today I would like to re-introduce you to a wonderful artist and friend from the Handmade Artists site, Debbi of Yankee Burrow Creations. Debbi dabbles in a little bit of everything, from crochet to jewelry, prints to paper quilling, there is a lot to see at the shop. One busy lady, she keeps a blog, where she not only shows off her own lovely wares, but tells stories, has videos and belongs to several Blog Rings or Hops in which she participates. You may find her blog badge on the menu bar to the left. She maintains shops and sites on the web, has adopted and foster children, enjoys playing with her grandson, and on occasion will give us a peek into her life outside the studio.
In our hurried hustle and bustle life-styles we forget to take the time to enjoy the finer things that come to us in simple forms; laughter, time spent with loved ones, or just sitting and reflecting. Yankee Burrow Creations has not forgotten that, and their creations for home, hearth or person are made with love, attention to detail, and range from the cute and useful item, to the modern-must-have accessory.
These bears are one of my very favorite items in the shop. I love the intent behind them, and they can be so many things for so many people. They would be great for a Big Sister or Brother awaiting the arrival of a new sibling, one bear for them and a bear to give the new baby. They also make great comfort items in times of stress or strife, grab a bear and things will be better.
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 co-ordinating 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~
How pretty is this? Each shell has been attached by hand. That took some patience, and what a beautiful piece she has created. Fun and livley, this would be perfect for that Sundress with strappy sandals or for that weekend get away at the beach. This would make a super Mother’s Day gift, that is coming up, you know. I bet it makes a fabulous soft jingly sound when worn. Kinetic jewelry, I love it!
bracelet with multicolored shells on a double silver plated chain
Product Details:
I created this bracelet by individually attaching each shell piece, by hand, along this double looped silver plated chain. Very durable, yet still feels light on your wrist, this is a colorful way to dress up for the beach. This bracelet measures 7″ long and uses a silver-plated swivel lobster claw. The swivel claw makes it easy to put on, and take off.
~created by Debbi~
You know I can not let May roll by without including cows. I like this print a lot and what could be more appropriate for a Country Den or a Big City Office.
original artists print of cows on the farm
Product Details:
This print is from an original graphite drawing by Carolyn Valcourt and is titled “Art got milk cow”. How calm you’ll feel every time you look at it. This 8.5″ x 11″ print will be shipped to your home FREE for your immediate enjoyment.
Wedding Season is coming up and why not make yours extra special with these gorgeous hand quilled Memory Frames. The art of quilling amazes me, it must take serious time, patience and concentration, it is well worth he effort in the end. This is beautiful.
quilled doves and flowers picture border
Product Details:
Show off your wedding invitation or photograph with this quilled border, full of doves, flowers, and swirls. Then every time you look at it, you will be reminded of the joy you felt on that special day. The mat is 8×10 with the inside opening of 5×7. Including the frame, the overall dimensions are 9×11.
~created by Debbi~
Here is a lovely piece of home decor. Original and full of color, that butterfly looks like it might take flight at any minute.
wood cross textured burgundy with metallic butterfly
Product Details:
I painted this wooden cross burgundy and the textured the front with shades of reds and pinks, then added some metallic butterflies for a touch of new life. Hang this 9″ x 5.5″ cross anywhere you want to share your faith.
~created by Debbi~
Did I mention that Debbi also works with her daughter Amanda, who created the banner at the top of the page as well as other graphics for various things. Aren’t they lovely.
You may find, follow and be fascinated at any of the links below.
Blog: Yankee Burrow Creations
Shop: Yankee Burrow Creations ~ Handmade Artists Site
About.me Page: Yankee Burrow Creations
Twitter: yankeeburrow
Facebook: Yankee Burrow Creations
Pinterest: Yankee Burrow Creations
Flickr: Yankee Burrow Creations
In hope you have enjoyed the very brief look into this talented, and clever artist. There is so much more to see and find at the sites above, take a moment to see what else she has in her shop, on the sites, or just peruse the photo gallery. Perhaps there is something for you.
Thank you for stopping in and having a read.
The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.
Six Great Gifts For Giving List 15 ~ Adult Content
Good Morning,
Tuesday is here and just a gentle reminder before we get to the gift ideas, Mother’s Day is May 12th, just one week from Sunday.
Yes, I know it is usually five, but some of these are just so adorable, that I can’t help but present two or more from each participating shop this week.
This is a new shop the the team and thread. I love the name and the t-shirts are just too cute. I think I need to buy a couple for myself. As a note on the featured items below, Tee adn Sweat provides Size Charts for their tees, check out the shop / listing for size details.
From: Tee and Sweat
### PRODUCT DETAIL ###
High Quality 100%Cotton , Standard Fit
Printed using high performance digital printing technology
Brand : Gildan, Anvil, Jerzees, Alstyle or Hanes
Turn the garment inside out before washing and drying
Use only cold water and low to medium dryer settings
Never worn, brand new and factory sealed (Sealed in plastic wrap).
Very Comfortable and Looks GREAT with a pair of Jeans.
Custom T-shirt Only (Not an original T-shirt).
Mention your size in the payment note or send me a message
OK, all you Walking Dead fans, here is the shirt for you! I don’t know who Daryl is, but I certainly hope is larger enough for everybody to hide behind.
### PRODUCT DETAIL ###
High Quality 100%Cotton , Standard Fit
Printed using high performance digital printing technology
Brand : Gildan, Anvil, Jerzees, Alstyle or Hanes
Turn the garment inside out before washing and drying
Use only cold water and low to medium dryer settings
Never worn, brand new and factory sealed (Sealed in plastic wrap).
Very Comfortable and Looks GREAT with a pair of Jeans.
Custom T-shirt Only (Not an original T-shirt).
Mention your size in the payment note or send me a message
I love original art, and are these prints every original and whimsical. They would great for any decor.
From: The Button Bird
Pirate fish print illustration 8×10″ titled “Merrily, Merrily.” Several fish gaze up at a beautiful night sky, drifting away..
The print measures 8×10″ and is made using archival paper and inks. Please note that computer monitors can shift colors and what you see on your screen might be a bit different color from the print you receive.
Watermark “Katie Cusack Fine Art” will be removed from your print.
Shipping: Prints will be placed in a plastic sleeve with supportive cardboard backing then sent in a padded mailer. Tracking is included with shipping cost.
All images copyright Katie Cusack
“Animal Orchestra” print illustration fantasy art. Zoo animals play a symphony on stage, against a backdrop of red and purple.
The print measures 10×8″ and is made using archival paper and inks. Please note that computer monitors can shift colors and what you see on your screen might be a bit different color from the print you receive.
Watermark “Katie Cusack Fine Art” will be removed from your print.
Shipping: Prints will be placed in a plastic sleeve with supportive cardboard backing then sent in a padded mailer. Tracking is included with shipping cost.
All images copyright Katie Cusack
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ADULT CONTENT
From Voluptuously Hip
Sexy Custom made panties
Shown here made with black lace with a pink velvet ruffle
Beautiful and sexy
Sure to please your man
These sexy panties can be made custom just for you
These panties are available in sizes xs-xxL
Matching custom made bras are also avaialble, shown here with matching bra in a G36 size
Many color options are available
msg me for more info
Sexy Demi Cup Bra- Handmade Bras-Made to Order Bras
This Bra is so sexxxy!
This is a Demi cup Bra, It sits very nice and low on the breast, just above nipples. LOL
This bra will get you the sexy response you are looking for from your man!
Shown here in a G36 cup
This bra also feels great on, the stretch vinyl hugs you in comfort
Sizes available D32-HH48
Thank you for stopping in and doing a little gift shopping / looking.
The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.
Chainmaille Tutorial Key Chain Kit on Handmade Artists’ Shop
Chainmaille Tutorial Key Chain Kit on Handmade Artists’ Shop.
Complete Kits or Instructions, both are available and ready for delivery or download.
Jewelry Sets, Tutorial Kits and Wholesale at The Alchemists Vessel
Good Morning,
Happy Friday to one and all, the weekend is almost here and I for one could use a little down time, not like that is going to happen, but I can give it a go. Today is Shameless Self Promotion Day on the blog, but I do that a lot any way. That’s what the blog for, besides showing off neat items and cool artists, some of whom are personal friends, and others just because their work amazes me.
What’s happening at The Alchemists Vessel? Let’s find out.
We are currently offering a variety of sets of jewelry, bracelets, earrings, and combination sets, soon to be listed. First up is this fun set of four (4) Chainmaille Bracelets, all four are a generous 8-1/4″ to 8-1/2″ in length, with a magnetic clasp and enameled aluminum jump rings. Available in Gunmetal tone or Silver-plated outer rings, with more accent colors on the way.
Available now at Raven’s Nook
These fabulous bracelets come in a set of four (4). They are dark, dreamy, striking, yet subtle, just right to match your mood, attire or lipstick. A collection of pretty ribbons for the wrist, these are an excellent choice for the tailored grey Professional suit, a sleek and sensuous bauble for Date Night, a surprise under the black lights at the club, or a cool element to go with your favorite pair of jeans and t-shirt on that weekend get away. Terrific for Rocker, Biker, Goth, and Metal fashions, a superior accessory for velvet or leather. Would make a unique ensemble for Film, Stage or Event attire or costuming. The mystery, how do the rings just float there like that?
Each bracelet measures 8-1/4″ to 8-1/2″ long, including clasp. Gunmetal tone (over copper) and enameled aluminum jump rings in Teal, Purple, Olive Green, and Red, are woven in the 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.
This item is not customizable.
Items are 20% Off the individual sale price.
Free Shipping this item.
Also available in silver-plated outer rings.
Ask us about Wholesale and multi-item order discounts.
*Sold individually as well.
We are always happy to take custom requests. Like what you see, but don’t see what you like? Drop us a line and let us design and create something especially for you. We have a wide selection of in-stock materials to choose from. Consultations, questions and quotes for custom orders are always free.
Coming Soon:
Want to try your hand at making Chainmaille? Don’t want to spend all that money on a book and supplies? If you have a couple of pairs of pliers and Adobe Reader, you too can try your hand at these fun and beautiful projects.
As part of a promotional campaign for In Chains, The Alchemists Vessel will be offering Instructions and Kits for Stand-Alone-Projects from Key Chains to Jewelry, and more, if it can be managed.
Kits will include Printed Instructions and enough material to make two (2) of the Weave Project you choose, plus extra rings just in case you make a mistake. That’s one for you and one to give away to your best friend, co-worker, or child.
Look for these project listings next month!
Wholesale Orders? Yes we do.
Everything you see in the shop is available for Wholesale Order. We ask that all Wholesale Orders equal $200.00 or more. Discount is taken at time of completed transaction and can be as much as 30% off the listed retail price of your entire order. We negotiate as well!
We also provide bulk or multi-item discounts for teams, groups, clubs, organizations, wedding parties, events and are willing to work with other designers to fulfill your jewelry or costume piece needs.
Friendly, knowledgeable, over ten years experience and a Certified Jewelry Design and Repair Technician, you can’t go wrong with merchandise from The Alchemists Vessel.
We guarantee our work.
We would also like to mention at this time that the official Alchemists Vessel website will be undergoing some changes and under construction once again. We appreciate your patience as we attempt to provide the finest quality goods and services via our website. The site is still accessible and orders, e-mails and other items of interest will still be available while the changes are being made.
Thank you for stopping in 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
Paramour Bracelet Pink Chainmaille Bangle on Handmade Artists’ Shop
Silver Dragonscale Cuff Chainmaille Bracelet on Handmade Artists’ Shop
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
In My Studio – Chain Maille and Beads
Currently I am working on several things, however I have been talking about learning a new weave, the Full Persian. Much like the Box or Inca Puno Weave, as well as the Byzantine weave, the jump rings are grouped together, flipped, turned, and closed to create units, each unit forms a link, the links then form a chain.
The Full Persian begins with a Box weave, and additional jump rings are added to the unit to create a link that that consists of six rings, instead of four. In the photos below a red bead marks where I have stopped the chain pattern. I like the addition of the bead so much that I slightly opened already added jump rings to let me know where the other beads must go to complete the pattern.
Jump rings and pliers are all that is required to create and produce this very pretty and complicated-look chain.
I have also been tucked away at the Bench working on Brochure Projects for Jo-Ann Fabrics. I now remember why I don’t bead. If you have the knack and the talent CONGRATULATIONS! Tiny uncooperative things make my head hurt, needles prick my finger and the thread gets tangled up, but I suppose it’s not art if you’re not bleeding. Diagrams and poorly written or confusing instructions don’t help either. Just a personal observation on my crafting abilities.
Don’t laugh, it took me three days to figure out this pattern. As an example of what I may be teaching and what kind of Advanced Jewelry Making Classes you can sign up for and learn by doing. From Jo-Ann’s “Link -n- Bling” project. 6/0 Amethyst Czech Glass Seed Beads are woven flat in a Figure 8 or infinity symbol weave, rows are counted and the beads are then laced up along the length of the vertical edge and sewn together to form a Circular tube. Since no one has signed up for this particular class, I do not have to finish the project.
With the Treasure Valley Market next week and then again in July, I suddenly find myself very busy, perhaps even over extended to the point of burnout. This is not good. What does one do when burnout begins? One takes a break, a respite, a walk in the woods, and then reorganizes and prioritizes and gets it done! That being said, many of the irons I have in the fire are either just sitting due to lack of attention, or so red hot that they take up the majority of my time, leaving everything else behind to be caught up with later. I will be paring down some of the things to better manage my time and the business.
Although I just opened and listed things on Cafe Press they want the shop owners to put a lot work into promoting the site instead of their shop, and I have gotten ZERO response, so I will be closing that down. The Official Website will be downgraded to little more than information and the shopping pages will be removed as customers seem to click through from the site to purchase items on Etsy instead of the direct “Buy” button.
I have also started to attend classes to upgrade my skills. A combination of Hands-On Training and Internet Reading Material and Examinations, I must carve out enough time to complete the course work, that means limiting or eliminating some of the other things that aren’t working or producing results in favor of study and class project time.
Thank you for stopping in and having a look. We would like to wish you a pleasant rest of the week.
