Links, Promotions, Classes

Happy Friday,

The weekend is here, and I am looking forward to it.

Today I wanted to share the upcoming classes that are available through Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts Store, here in Boise, ID. Located at 1085 N. Milwaukee, (208) 323-5373.  Jewelry classes are taught in the downstairs classroom.  (Across the street from Home Depot). 

February’s Classes are still available and range from $30.00 to $35.00 per person.  Two hour sessions are offered, and include; instruction, a field trip through the store, a ten minute break, and time for questions, plus you get a lovely handmade project to take home with you.

Like Swarovski Crystal elements, but don’t like the retail price?  Jo-Ann’s has lots of glass bead alternatives that come in the right sizes and look just as pretty in your finished piece.

This month as well as next, classes feature Swarovski Crystals elements in 6mm Bi-cone shaped beads.

Jewelry Basics is not required to take any of the project classes.  If you would like to try it without committing to an entire project, the 2-1/2 session includes, an overview of Tools and Techniques, a field trip through the store, and a completed project to take home at the end of class.  *Some tools are provided during class time.  We ask students arrive with two pairs of pliers and material to complete the class.  If you would like to wait until class time to purchase your project needs that is also fine.  We’ll even ring you up at the counter right next to the classroom.

Jewelry 101 – 2-1/2 hr. Session – $35.00 This class is offered every month.

These projects vary by month, but beginning, intermediate and advanced classes are offered every month.

February

Jewelry 102 – 2 hr. Session – $30.00 

Triple Twist Bracelet 

(Instructor’s Sample)

Jewelry 103 –  2 hr. Session – $30.00

Blue Belle Earrings and Ring Set. 

(This is my personal favorite this month).

Jewelry 201 – 2 hr. Session – $30.00

Crystal Fringe Pendant

March – April

Jewelry 101 – $35.00

Jewelry 102 – 2 hr. Session – $30.00

Crystal Ring Earrings

Jewlery 201 – 2 hr. Session – $30.00

Floating Crystal Wrap Bracelet (Illusion Jewelry).

All of the above classes are lead by Alixandra Browning, owner / designer of The Alchemists Vessel.  Class instructions and materials lists are provided by Spotted Canary School.

Don’t feel like taking any of the above the classes but would like something new, different and challenging?

May and June will be beginning Chainmaille and other Jewelry Projects given through Little Shop of Artists, meeting at Bella’s Grove, or Jo-Ann’s Upstairs Classroom.

All class materials and tools will be handed out prior to class.  Students are expected to come with an open mind, relaxed hands, and a desire to create.  Curious?  Sit in’s are always welcome, contact The Alchemists Vessel for details.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

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

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. 

 

 

Featured Artist I Knit Quilt Sew

 

Good Morning,

It is my pleasure to introduce you to an other clever and artistic person from handmadeartists.com, I Knit Quilt Sew. This woman is not kidding about that either!  as a fellow knitter I am in awe of some her wonderful and just plain fun designs and items, lets show you a few of my favorites.

I Knit Quilt Sew

Aren’t these just the cutest things!  She hand knits, quilts and sews some marvelous and whimsical, and practical items with a touch of flair and fun!  These are so neat and a fabulous take on the Baby Bootie.

Cowboy Booties Hand Knit in Red and White

Product Details:  These unisex hand knit Cowboy or Bowgirl Boot-ees are so cute!  They are hand knit from high quality acrylic yarn in bright white and really red.  These cowboy booties are easy care and can be machine washed and dried on cool settings.

The booties will fit a newborn to 3-month-old baby, measuring 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) heel to toe.  They are 4.25 inches (10.75 cm) tall.
Perhaps your school colors are red and white.  Maybe you’re a Cardinals fan.  These booties are perfect!

Handmade Log Cabin Style Baby or Lap Quilt in Blues

Product Details: Again trying to capture that heirloom, vintage quality, I’ve constructed this log cabin baby or lap quilt in shades of blue. The quilt is machine assembled, and entirely hand-quilted. The navy blue binding is sewn on by hand then over-stitched by machine. All the fabrics used are polyester cotton blends, with polyester medium loft batting, making this quilt machine wash and dry on cool/delicate settings. It can also be dried flat or hung to dry.

Laid flat, the quilt measures 38.5 inches (97.8 cm) wide by 42 inches (106.7 cm) long. It’s a wonderful size for traveling, covering a car seat, or for a play mat. This certainly would be a wonderful shower gift, too! The last of my pictures shows this quilt on my quilt frame being quilted.

This quilt does have my tag in it and meets all US Government regulations. The shipping weight on this quilt is two pounds.

Cream Fleece Handmade Teddy Bear

Product Details:  This handmade teddy bear is made from cream-colored Polar Fleece® and is so soft and cuddly!  This toy teddy stands 17 inches (43.25 cm) tall to the tip of his ears.  He has safety stay plastic eyes, a hand-embroidered nose and mouth, and a acrylic-blend knit black and white striped scarf.  This teddy bear has moving arms and legs too – he is jointed using the very old-school string-and-button method, which is all internal.

My tag is securley sewn into a seam in the back of this teddy bear, making him in full compliance with US Government regulations for toys.  Shipping weight on this bear is 2 pounds.

What the Shop Owner says:

 I truly love what I do… whether it’s knitting that perfect pair of booties or hand-quilting my latest creation, it’s a labor of love. Though I’m creating a commercial environment for my work, I don’t want to lose that passion. For this reason, you won’t find hundreds of items in my store. Each and every item will be made with care and great attention to the details.

My grandmother taught me to knit and sew before color TV was invented! Most of my knitting comes from her patterns which she claimed were her mothers – which would date them in the late 1800s! This is what gives my knitting its old-fashioned, classic style.

I am a self-taught quilter. I learned that from books years ago. But primarily, I’m an artist. My medium is fabric and yarn!

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired you to take a look at I Knit Quilt Sew and see what warm and wonderful thing you may find for your winter needs!

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

 

Thursday Featured Artist – Rasmussen Gems and Jewelry, LLC

 

Good Morning,

Thursday’s are devoted to a featured artist, wherever they may be on the web.   Today we are featuring a fellow handmadeartists.com Vendor, Rasmussen Gems and Jewelry, LLC.

Their welcome announcement explains what they do briefly, but they shop carries so much more than what you would expect to find.

Shop Announcement: Artisan jewelry shop featuring two artists. 

Debora Lee Rasmussen designs and crafts all beaded items. 

John Atwell Rasmussen is the lapidary, gemologist and artisan jeweler

 / metalsmith. All cabochons are hand cut in our lapidary. The two 

artists produce uniquely beautiful jewelry. Custom orders our specialty.

 

This dynamic duo produces beautiful jewelry from high end up scale 

pieces, to beading projects.  As the shop is also a Lapidary, they even

mine their own stones.  These folks really make every thing from the 

ground up.

 

D Zircon and Marcasite Ring

 

Description: Faceted Zircon (do not confuse this natural stone with 

the man made CZ)d and Marcasite flanking stones set in Sterling 

silver. Size 8

 

Lapis Lazuli Cabochon 25 x 18

 

Description: 24.6 carat oval cabochon cut in our lapidary from natural Lapis Lazuli purchased in the bazaar of Kandahar, Afghanistan.  This beautiful cabochon is 25 x 18 mm.  The dark blue lazulite is accented by the golden pyrite crystals.

DZ Mixed Bead Cross Necklace

Description: Mixed beads (Blue, pink, silver colored, metal) 

accenting a 1.5 inch tall Christian Cross focal in this 22 inch 

necklace.

 

CR Garnet Pendant 

 

 

 Description:  A 20 carat handcut freeform cabochon garnet 

wrapped with Sterling Silver wire.  18 inch Sterling Silver chain is 

also available in the Pendant and Necklace Section.

 

I usually don’t gush over a piece when I feature an artist, but this

Chrome Diopside pendant is just gorgeous! One of my favorite

gemstones, and it is rare.  It usually comes from Russia and can also 

be found in the United States.

 

BL Chrome Diopside Necklace

 

 

Description: Beautiful faceted chrome diopside gem set in 14 karat gold pendant and hung from a 14 karat gold chain.

BIO: 

John Atwell Rasmussen was educated in Geology at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. He then taught geology and after ten years switched professional course to prehospital medicine. He retired from emergency medical services and is pursuing his love of rocks, minerals and gems as the lapidary and jeweler at Rasmussen Gems and Jewelry LLC. He has been educated in Gemology and Jewelry Design and Repair at: International Gem Society, Gemological Institute of America and Penn Foster Career School.

Dr. Rasmussen is assisted in the shop by his wife, Debora Lee Rasmussen. She is disabled and does bead design and crafting making all of the beaded pieces in the shop. Debora previously designed decorative swags and wreaths custom made for home decor.

Blog: http://rasmussengemsandjewelryllc.blogspot.com/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rasmussen-Gems-and-Jewelry/123028303885

 Thank you for stopping by and having a look.  In hope that the post has inspired a want to go take a gander at what those crafty Rasmussen’s might be up to next.

 

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

 

 

Studio Shuffle – What’s Going On At The Workbench

 

Happy Middle of the Week to you all!

 

After last weeks fun with Cuttlebone Casting,  I took a little break and did something simple.  Sort of.

 

Occasionally I will buy Estate Jewelry in bulk, usually it’s pretty much costume jewelry that is broken or will be taken apart for its bits and pieces.  Every once in a great while I come across something exceptional, a wonderful surprise of promising buried treasure.

 

I failed to take a photo of the piece before I took it apart.  But the thought of blogging about it didn’t occur to me until the piece had been re-worked and finished.  Oops!  Also I have come to find out that the Photo Editor on my computer is having problems, so I have been reduced to attempting to take pictures with the cell-phone’s camera.  Not and easy feat!

 

“Blue Tile” is the up-cycled outcome of the salvaged necklace.  Originally 18″ long, with clusters of glass baubles and several damaged tiles.  It was attractive, but I saw potential for something unique and interesting.

 

I removed the damaged pieces and the clusters of glass beads, cleaned and polished each tile, restoring the mirror finish and high shine.  Using the original jump rings and clasp I re-linked each tile individually, re-creating the necklace.  It now looks like this.

 

Blue Tile – Sterling Silver and Gemstone Necklace

Description: A fabulous piece for Egyptian, Southwestern or Turquoise admirers. Occasionally I purchase Estate Sale Jewelry in bulk, and every once in a while something exceptional appears. This absolutely gorgeous necklace is up-cycled from its original 18″ length. Damaged tiles, links, pieces and clustered glass doo-dads were removed, the original parts salvaged and re-created as this fabulous and unique 15-1/2″ necklace.

Would make a wonderful alternative for a December Birthday!

 

Other things going on in the Studio:

 

I made my second ring, and the first one I am willing to put in the shop for sale.  After a lot of practice and several failed attempts I have something that I think I really like!  I need to make more, I am obsessed with the process now.

 

Hot off the anvil

 

Malachite and Sterling Silver Genuine Gemstone Hand Forged Ring

Description: Hand forged Sterling Silver and genuine Malachite ring. Size 6 – 6-1/2. Will fit pinky or ring finger.

Would make a wonderful alternative for May Birthdays!

Created with Sterling Silver sizing stock (stamped “Sterling”), sterling silver bezel and sterling silver jewelry solder (for attachments and accent swirls). Genuine Malachite cabochon is 6mm, setting is 7.5mm to 8mm. Sterling silver wire has been used to create the swirl accents on the sides, they are soldered to the sides of the shank. The shank has been soldered at the bottom to keep the double strands together.

All elements of this ring have been crafted by hand, the cabochon stone was purchased through a gemstone supplier and is A grade Malachite.

Detail Photos

 

Next weekend is also the first Market of the season, we are getting prepared and packed to attend! 

 

 

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

 

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant work week.

 

Three Gifts and Treasuries!

 

Happy Tuesday,

 

This morning I am pleased to share with you a new shop on Etsy, and just in time for Back-To-School.  These super cute tote bags are great for Gym, Quick Shopping Trips, Extra Stuff.  Have a look hand made and very pretty.

 

From:  I Paint It Pretty

 

Multi Use Storage Tote with Flowers

Description: This is a multi use storage tote with two straps. It is hand painted with purple and white morning glories and lush green leaves and vines. There are black factory stamped butterflies on the tote as well. It is perfect for storing all sorts of things. It’s a great place to keep your books or your yarn and craft supplies. It would be a great catch all to leave by the stairs to fill with things you need to bring up. In the office you can use it for files or folders. It would look nice in a guest room filled with linens. It’s a storage solution that’s too pretty to hide.This basket came with the butterflies factory stamped. I painted the flowers with acrylic paint mixed with textile medium. Both sides are painted and there is a single flower painted on the back. There is also a factory added tag that you can label if you want.
8 in x 14 in x 6.5 in

Packaged with lots of care and love and will ship 1-2 days after payment is received.
Great effort has gone into accurately describing and photographing products, but please note color representation alters depending on individual screen settings.

Black Messenger Bag with Burgundy and White Flowers and Butterfly Charm

Description: This is a OOAK hand painted distressed black messenger bag with bright burgundy and white flowers. It also has a small silver butterfly charm for some extra sparkle. There is a small zippered compartment that would be perfect for keys or money. This is a versatile bag that can be used to carry anything. Its bold beautiful colors make it a unique fashion accessory that you will find yourself coming back to again and again.

I used acrylic paint mixed with a textile medium. It was air cured for 48 hours and then I heat set the paint to ensure longevity. The centers of the flowers are embellished with hand sewn seed beads. I added a butterfly charm to make it unique.
13.75 in x 14 in

If it should need cleaning it can be hand washed and air dried.
Packaged with lots of care and love and will ship 1-2 days after payment is received.
Great effort has gone into accurately describing and photographing products, but please note color representation alters depending on individual screen settings.

Bookworm Book Bag / School Bag

 

Description:  This is a hand painted denim tote bag with a smiling green book worm sitting on a blue book. The worm has blue plastic eyes that move when the bag does. There’s a red ribbon bookmark for a dimensional look. What a cool back to school bag. Or a bag to carry your library books, or anything else. No matter what your mood (relaxed, playful, thoughtful) this bag is a versatile accessory that you’ll keep coming back to. It’s also a great way to add a touch of color and fun to your wardrobe.

I used acrylic paint mixed with a textile medium. It was air cured for 48 hours and then I heat set the paint to ensure longevity. I added a blue googly eyes and a red ribbon to make it truly unique.
13.5 in x 13.5 in x 3.5 in

If it should need cleaning it can be hand washed and air dried.
Packaged with lots of care and love and will ship 1-2 days after payment is received.
Great effort has gone into accurately describing and photographing products, but please note color representation alters depending on individual screen settings.

Treasuries:

What is a Treasury?  It is a collection of sixteen items (sometimes less) taken from different stores on Etsy.  They are complied by Buyers / Sellers and usually consist of a common or main theme.

May treasuries focus on a color, a Season, a particular item or a Holiday.  The one below is “Curated” or created by me.  Although the items are not a click-able link from the blog, you may follow the link to the Treasury itself and have a look.  Etsy has lots and lots, and did I say lots of Treasuries.  Why not try giving one a perusal the next time your shopping.

 

Autumn is Awesome

To find a Treasury to your liking try the many lists and themes on Etsy by clicking HERE.

 

Featured Artist – A List Designs

 

Happy Saturday!

 

Yes, yes the blog is late, but better late than never.  This weeks Featured Artist is A List Designs a mother and daughter team.  Don’t miss out on this fun and unique shop.

Bio:  We are a mother & daughter team, who love creating original jewelry designs. Daughter began creating beaded jewelry in 2004. In 2009, daughter enrolled in classes with a professional metalsmith. Mother joined the world of jewelry design in 2007, with daughter’s instruction. Together they launched A List Designs in 2010.

A List Designs offers handcrafted earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings using sterling silver, 14k gold fill, precious/semi-precious gemstones and pearls. Custom made sterling silver pieces are also available. A List Designs jewelry can be found online at www.AListDesigns.Etsy.com. Our retailers include Edenside Gallery and Les Filles Boutique in Louisville KY, as well as The Watchmaker’s Daughter in York, PA. 

This is just clever and so cute!

Swiss Cheese Bracelet – Sterling Silver, Metal Work 

Description: Swiss Cheese Bracelet- custom order your very own! Each sterling silver bracelet is handmade and tailored to fit. Wrist measurement required – please convo.

Texture can be added to prevent scratches – include your preference when you convo.

Allow 3 weeks for your custom order.

Gift box and jewelry polishing cloth included.

Peacock Gemstone Earrings – Amethyst, Green Onyx, Blue Apatite, Gold Filled Wire Wrapped

 

Description:  Peacock Gemstone Earrings- Faceted Green Onyx stones dangle from gold filled rings with faceted Amethyst & Neon Blue Apatite stones wire wrapped inside.

Overall length: approx. 2 1/2 inches (including handmade earhook)

Option: Handmade nickel free earhooks for sensitive ears available upon request.

Gift box, earring stoppers & jewelry polishing cloth included.

Pearl Drop Necklace – Gold Filled with Chalcedony and Hessonite Garnet.

Description: Pearl Drop Necklace- Keshi Pearls with Hessonite Garnet centers trickle down a gold filled drop with a Honey Brown Chalcedony gem at the end. Freshwater Pearls accent the chain on one side.

Necklace length: 17 1/2 inches. Drop adds 2 inches.

Matching earrings listed here:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/104933214/pearl-cluster-earrings-gold-filled-with

Gift box & jewelry polishing cloth included.

Silver Lightening Bolt Necklace – Oxydized Chain and Peridot Inspired by Mila Kunis in Friends with Benefits – FREE SHIPPING

Description: Sterling Silver Lightning Bolt Necklace- Inspired by the one Mila Kunis wore in Friends with Benefits. Pendant is handmade. Peridot accents the oxidized chain & clasp.

Pendant measures approx. 1 1/4 inches.
Overall length of necklace is 17 inches.

Since Peridot is August birthstone, enjoy FREE SHIPPING during August.
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Gift box is included.

Custom Order Option:
For custom order with specific stones/colors, please view gemstones in photo and convo your preference from the list below:

Green – green onyx
Brown – smoky quartz
Light green – peridot
Red – garnet
Aqua – apatite
Gold – hessonite garnet
Purple – amethyst
Orange – carnelian
White – moonstone
Indigo – iolite
Pink – pink topaz
Grey – labradorite
Black – black onyx

* Allow 2 weeks for your custom order.
* Free shipping offer only applies to Peridot.

Labradorite Moonstone Earrings – Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Hoops Hammered Wire with Gemstones

 

Description:  Labradorite Moonstone Earrings- Wire wrapped faceted Labradorite stones hang from handmade sterling silver hoop. Faceted Moonstone & Labradorite stones hang inside. Faceted Labradorite stones top earrings.

Overall length: approx. 2 inches (including handmade earhook)

Option: Handmade nickel free earhooks for sensitive ears available upon request.

Gift box, earring stoppers & jewelry polishing cloth included.

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  These two have a lot more wonderful jewelry to look at and shop through.

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Items In The Shop

 

Monday is here, and we’re all ready to take on this week’s challenges, yes?

I had a very  pleasant if not eventful weekend.  After accidentally locking my poor wee beast, Nora, the cat, in the Office / Studio closet for a couple of hours, I opened the door to find my supplies, boxes of beads, ribbons, wire, leather cording, et al, strewn across the carpeted floor of the tiny hole I call a supply closet.  Five hours later I think I have managed to find and retrieve the majority of the bits and pieces.  I apologize to my animal-friend for such unintentional harsh treatment, but you could have just meowed to be let out!

 

Sunday afternoon was spent trading / swapping beads and other goodies with a friend, so I now have new supplies to play with as well, be on the look out for those!

 

New items in the shop include watches and necklaces this week.

12 Hour Blues

Description:  7-1/2″ total length, this watch wears like a bracelet or bangle.  The face is stainless steel, the strap is Nickel wire, hand spun, cut into jump rings, and linked in the Full Persian Chainmaille weave, accented with beautiful Sapphire blue Czech glass silver-lined beads.  The watch comes with a battery, the plastic safety tab is in place and intact.  Currently available in three styles, Square, Oval, and Round Watch Faces in the bead color of your choice.  The “Clever Clasp” is magnetic, two ends connect and are locked into place with a screw down barrell for a secure fit.

 

Custom Order:

 

It is an absolute pleasure when someone asks me to create something special for them.  The necklace below was created as a gift upon request.  The rings are Silver Plated, and woven in the Half-Persian 4-in-1 Chainmaille pattern.  Smaller in scale than the bracelets this is sleek and sinuous, but substantial enough to make feminine statement.  At 18″ long this is a bit weighty, but not so heavy as to be uncomfortable.  Available in Silver Plated, Nickle, Jeweler‘s Bronze (aka Merlin’s Gold),  Antiqued Copper or Bronze, and Gold Tone rings.

Silver Lining

 

Description:  18″ total length. This sinuous and supple necklace is slinky, sensual, sleek and positively serpentine and it slides smoothy across the skin. Would look smashing with that little black dress or you can dress up that casual outfit with this simple but stunning chain.

Silver Plated metal wire is hand spun, cut and the linked jump rings are scaled down in size to create this feminine length of 4-in-1 Half Persian chainmaille weave pattern for a necklace. Finished with a Lobster Claw Clasp.

Available in a variety of metal choices, including Nickel, Sterling Silver Plate, Antiqued Bronze or Copper, and Gold Tone jewelry wires, upon request. Sizable and customizable!

 

NOTE:  Gunmetal Wire will no longer be offered.  Although it is pretty cool, and shiny, it has come to my attention that it is not a proper material for jewelry.  It does not stand up to wear, the color / coating will wear off and the wire apparently loses its shape.  Not good!  If you have purchased a Gunmetal Wire piece please contact me for details on replacement.

 

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.

 

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant work week.

 

In My Studio – Earring Tutorial

 

Happy Wednesday!Here we are in my studio, that must mean it’s time for a project.  Wonder what I do at the workbench?   Wonder no more, below is  Earrings 101 a tutorial video. 

 

As promised, I have finally managed to create and upload a video on crafting a pair of very simple dangle earrings.  You can definitely try this at home!  The video covers, materials and how to’s for finishing and attaching the parts and pieces to make and  complete a pair of earrings.

 

If you would like to participate along with the video or perhaps make a pair afterwards you will need the supplies listed.  Expensive tools and supplies are not required, you can find the wire cutters and other things at your local Walmart for about $5.00 each, I bet most you have pliers at home, those will work just fine.  Beads can be any material and color you like, you can also find the Headpins and things at a local craft store for around $2.00.

 

Tools:

1 pair of Flat or Chain Nose Pliers

1 pair of Round Nose Pliers

1 pair of Wire Cutters

 

Supplies:

2 Head Pins

2 Fish Hook Style Ear Wires

2 4mm Jump Rings (optional)

Beads of your choice (any color, size, shape to your liking).

If you are experiencing problems watching the video on the blog you can also try clicking the links to your right or following them from the links below,

Earrings 101 on The Alchemists Vessel (Official Website)

Earrings 101 on Youtube

Earrings 101 on Daily Motion

*Earrings 101 on Facebook

 

*NOTE:  This link will take you to The Alchemists Vessel Fan / Business Page on Facebook.

There is no pdf or written instruction, if I have requests for this I will write one out for downloading later.

I hope you enjoyed this brief tutorial on creating a simple pair of earrings.

Thank you for stopping by and watching.

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

 

Shop New Items

 

Monday is here once again.

 

Today we have a short look at a couple of new items in the shop, and a new chainmaille weave.  The Japanese 6-in-1 Pattern.  Triangles, flowers, and lengths for bracelets or collars may be made from this pattern.

This pattern uses six jump rings per unit (6-in-1), two (2) larger rings are layered or stacked one on top of another and linked together with four (4) additional jump rings of a smaller diameter.   This make a very pretty and versatile geometric pattern, from triangles and diamonds, to flower shapes.

 

Available in Gold Tone, Silver Plated, Nickel, Antiqued Copper and Bronze or Bright Copper and Jewelers Bronze (Merlin’s Gold) metals.  *Special requests include, Aluminum, Stainless Steel or Precious Metals Sterling Silver, Rolled Gold or Vermeil (18 to 24 kt Gold plated over Sterling Silver).

 

Hi Ho Silver Chainmaille and Glass Bead Earrings

Description: Light weight, large enough to be seen easily and the glass beads sparkle and shine in the light. Rocker, Goth, Medieval or Steampunk, these are appropriate for all genres of costumes or just for fun at the office or date night.

Woven in the Japanese 6-in-1 pattern, the rings form a triangle and maintain their shape when worn.

Nickle wire is hand woven and cut, the jump rings are then linked, and head pins and ear wires are added, along with accent glass bi-cone beads in a lovely antiqued silver finish.

Daring – Silver Plated and Black Glass Bead Chainmaille Earrings

Description: 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.

Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut and linked into the Japanese
6-in-1 pattern forming a flower like shape and accented with a variety of glass bead shapes and colors or gemstones in stock. The earrings maintain the shape when worn.

 Lavender Glass Beads                             Green Jasper (Australian)

A completely new item!  Stainless Steel Watch face and Full Persian Weave Wrist Watch for the ladies!


Night Time

Description: This is a fun, fetching and fabulous One of A Kind Time-piece. Accented with Black Glass Silver lined Czech Glass. Tailored enough for the office, cool enough for Friday Night at the club.

7″ in length, this fits snugly! The Stainless Steel watch face was purchased from a Craft Store, the Nickle wire has been hand spun, cut and linked in to the Full Persian Chainmaille weave pattern for the strap Black Czech Glass beads compliment the watch face and walk across the surface of the strap (chain). Durable and light weight enough to wear all day! Finished with a Lobster Claw Clasp (may be changed to Toggle or Spring Clasp upon request).




NEWS:  A brief note on about the wesite Delicious.  They are changing their format, along with everything else.  Users will no longer be able to create “Stacks” and all existing stacks will be converted into the new site’s format of tags.  Since this new change has not occured yet, I do not know what this means for my own account, other than the current stacks will be tags.  We will wait and see what happens when the new look is launched in August 
(no date was given).

MORE INFORMATION

Introducing the Delicious-Facebook Connector

We know finding links you’ve shared on Facebook can be a pain, which is why we’re thrilled to announce the introduction of our new FacebookConnector for Delicious! Much like the TwitterConnector we rolled out in March, our new connector imports every link you’ve ever shared on your wall, and can even maintain the original privacy settings given to your links on Facebook!  The Facebook Connector can be found on the sourcespage of your account settings. We can’t wait for you guys to try it out.

Consolidating Tags and Stacks

We introduced stacks last year as a visually rich way to think about your links and we’ve been blown away by the amazing content you’ve created. But given the upcoming launch of new products from Delicious’ parent company, AVOS, and our focus on simplifying the Delicious site, we realized the value of stacks is limited for our users moving forward.

For this reason, we’ve decided to simplify how users organize links on Delicious by consolidating stacks into tags. Users will no longer be able to create stacks on Delicious starting in early August, 2012.

So what does this mean for existing stacks?

●      You will not lose your links.

●      All stacks will be converted automatically into tags. Stack titles will transition into new tag names, and will be applied to all links currently in a stack.

●      Stack-specific descriptions, categories, comments, link order, and stack followers will not be included as part of the migration.

●      Your existing links, tags, and notes outside of stacks will not be affected.

●      More details on the conversion process are available onourblog.

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.


The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant work week.


Watch this blog on Wednesday for a tutorial video!