Five Great Gifts To GiveList D-14

Good Morning,

Today I am going to share five unique items from Sue’s Arts on Etsy.  Sue is also the captain of “Road To Success” a group or team of artists / sellers that also have shops on Etsy.

Sue’s Arts

Silver ring, bow ring, adjustable ring, metal ring

Gorgeously beautiful and unique adjustable rings in silver.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

 

Pin, brooch, Angel pin, Angel brooch, vintage brooch, antique pin, cameo brooch, cameo pin, custom jewelry

Beautiful, elegant and charming brooch in antique bronze with pearl bead and Swarovski crystals.

Size is about 11/2″x11/4″.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS ALWAYS WELCOME

 

Pocket size Book of Psalms – Tehillim in Hebrew,Tehillim keychain,Book of Psalms keychain, Leather keychain,Judaica keychain,Hebrew keychain

This small edition printed book of Psalms is the perfect size to carry on you at all times, great to hang on baby’s crib or stroller, in your car or on your keychain.

The Book of Psalms (Tehillim, תְהִלִּים, or “praises”), its original meaning as a song or chant, commonly referred to simply as Psalms. The Book contains 150 hymns, divided into five files, when the end of each file appears in a ‘signature’ that is kind of a festive finish.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

Natural Dendritic Agate gem charms in sterling silver, sterling silver charm, natural stone charm, silver charm, stone pendant

Gorgeously beautiful, elegant, charming one of a kind 11/2″ natural Agate gem with 100% solid .925 silver.

Chain is 18″ long sterling silver.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

 

Beautiful Victorian cameo in antique copper

Truly unique and one of a kind, elegant and sophisticated piece of jewelry which is designed to complement any outfit. Suitable for day and casual wear as well as evening and formal wear.

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

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired and encouraged you to take a look at what else Sue has in her shop.

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

 

Monday Mixed Metal

Good Morning,

I hope one and all had a joyous and pleasant Spring Holiday.

Last week the blog featured new material and supplies that will continue to be a staple of our inventory and creations.  This morning I thought I might share a few of those items created this  weekend.

These items and more are soon to be available on-line and in-store, also available by custom design request.  See our links below or click any of the handy buttons located on the sidebar menus.

This one is my favorite.  

14Kt Gold-plated and Silver-plated Round Chainmaille Bracelet

This lovely  piece is not only unique but holds a bit of interest with coordinating Czech glass beads across center of the necklace.  (May also be made in either gold-plated or silver-plated rings)

Bead detail

This pretty piece is made with 5mm rings for a tighter weave, accented with Czech Glass beads in Deep Amethyst. 

Dag Detail

These items may be found at any of the following shops:

Etsy: The Alchemists Vessel
Handmade Artists: The Alchemists Vessel
The Craftstar: The Alchemists Vessel

You may also find, follow and like us on:

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Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired  you to stop by any of the links above and have a peek and what else is in the shop.

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

Hairstyles for 2014

Good Morning,

Today I thought it would be fun to take a look at one of our more chameleon-like accessories, our hair.

I have worn my hair in the same style since about 1985, after it finally grew out from a dye / perm job that went horrible awry.  I have it trimmed to keep it tidy, but I am not one for hair cuts.

Besides our clothes and outfits, and finding that perfect bracelet or cute pair of earrings that we just love that goes well with out wardrobe, our coif is just about the most important accessory we have.

This years styles for both young ladies and women over 40 is the cropped Bob.

Medium length and a bit shaggy with bangs

Or a sleek and sophisticated A-Symmetrical frame about the face, as worn by Kira Knightly.

And ladies, please do not do this.  You are not a rooster, this is just atrocious, and looks like you’ve been attacked by an angry horde of Flow-Bees.  Just no.

How to tame those tresses and keep the stray strands out of your face this season? Hair Bands (or “Hair Jewelry”) is all the rage, as well big bows are back in, and you can never go wrong with a pretty scarf tied up in those love locks.

 Kat Denning in “Hair Jewelry” Headband

 

 Up Do Bun and Scarf

We hope you have found this brief look into 2014 hairstyles informative.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

The Midas Touch

Good Morning,

You have heard the story of King Midas, the unfortunate man that could turn everything he touched in to gold, including his food, his clothes, his daughter.  That’s right, anything he touched instantly became gold.

Here at The Alchemists Vessel we aren’t blessed with such a curse, but as our namesakes once attempted, we like to turn things in to gold, or perhaps more appropriately turn gold into things.

Monday we had a brief showcase of some of the new materials now available through the shop.  Anxious and excited to try the wire and rings out, I sat down for a bit of weaving, and I must admit the fun of playing with new items had me a bit distracted.

 

A small sampling of yesterday’s play.  

Due to skipping from one weave to the next, I neglected to notice and correct a couple of migrating rings here and there and will of course take the time to fix the errant part before continuing with the piece.

5.0mm 18g 14kt Gold Plated Rings – European 4-in-1 pattern

8mm 18g Gold over 6mm 18g Silver – Dragonscale Pattern

8mm 18g Silver over 6mm 18g Gold – Dragonscale

6mm 20g Gold and Silver – Spiral

Look for our new items coming soon, or contact us and ask about Custom Work or a piece especially designed for you.

Find Us at these easy to use sites and links

e-mail direct: alchemistsvessel@gmail.com
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Shop with Us On the following sites:
The Alchemists Vessel – Etsy
The CraftStar – The Alchemists Vessel
Handmade Artists – The Alchemists Vessel

Bookmark our Official Website or Little Shop of Artists store site, soon to be re-opening to the public.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have encouraged or inspired you to come back and see us again, or to shop with us when you’d like a unique and one of a kind gift.

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

Five Great Gifts To Give List D-14

Good Morning,

Today’s List is from the members of the team “Road to Success” on Etsy.  Some favorite shops and new one or two to share today.

From: Jackie Guttuso Designs

Rabbit art, Original, Woodland nursery, Forest nursery, Forest animal painting, Bunny art, Whimsical rabbit, Easter gift, Rabbit painting

 

This rabbit collage is an original, one of a kind piece that would look great in a forest animal or woodland themed nursery or kids room.

I created it with professional grade acrylic paints on heavy watercolor paper. I have left it unmatted and unframed so that you may choose colors to match your decor but you can get an idea of what it might look like framed by viewing the photos above.

 

From: Sue’s Arts 

Hamsa charm bracelet, leather bracelet, Hamsa bracelet, brown leather bracelet, evil eye charm bracelet

Beautiful Leather bracelet with Hamsa, evil eye charms.

About – 9 1/2″

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

 

From: Charmed Karma Jewelry

Raw Black Tourmaline Crystal Pendant, Earthy jewelry, Crystal Necklace, Tourmaline pendant, layering necklace, Black Tourmaline Focal

Raw/Rough and OH SO EARTHY Black Tourmaline Crystal Pendants!! No two crystals are alike, when I received the parcel there was still dirt in the stones….that’s how RAW these are!!!!!

DETAILS:

☮16”-18” in length, there is a 2” sterling textured extender attached.

☮ The focal is a raw unique Black Tourmaline Crystal measuring 23mmx11mm. These focal Tourmalines are absolutely beautiful to look at, they all are so different!!!! Look at the ones available and see which one calls out to you. Each necklace available has its own unique variations of accents that I have added, which I will detail below. 

 

From: Stripped Soap Company

Buttercream Frosting Lip Balm – Homemade Lip Balm – Beeswax Lip Balm – Coconut Oil Lip Balm – Lip Butter – Lip Balm Tube – Avocado Oil

This listing is for one (1) single twist-up tube of Buttercream Frosting Lip Balm – Homemade Lip Balm – Beeswax Lip Balm – Coconut Oil Lip Balm – Lip Butter – Lip Balm Tube – Avocado Oil. The net weight of each lip balm is 0.25 ounces.

+ Does cold weather have your lips feeling down or are they generally in need of some extra love? Either way, you’ll love this Buttercream Frosting Lip Balm – Homemade Lip Balm – Beeswax Lip Balm – Coconut Oil Lip Balm – Lip Butter – Lip Balm Tube – Avocado Oil!

+ You can pamper yourself or even someone else. These nourishing lip balms would make an awesome gift!

+ No color has been added.

+ They’re flavored with decadent Buttercream. The flavoring oil used is unsweetened, so this lip balm unfortunately won’t taste exactly like a cupcake. It’s subtle, leaving just enough flavor to leave you craving one (or many). Might I add that it also smells edible, but is not. Don’t eat the lip balm!

+ They are not vegan as they do contain beeswax. Other than that, they contain nothing except lip-loving oils!

+ All of my lip balms are handmade in small quality-controlled batches.

 

From: Ankanate

Malachite sterling silver metalwork aristic RING, size 5+ / 6

Hello 🙂
I present You metalwork sterling silver ring,
with lovely natural malachite. Oxidized/burnished

silver element is arround 33x16mm
Diameter ring is 16,1mm – look to the last pictures -> sizes
USA : 5+ / 6

It is one of kind work. Jewelry is made in a single copy,
because the natural stones used in them are unique,
and it depends on them the whole concept:
From design to effect the final presented below.

Have nice day:)

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired or encouraged you to take a peek at what else these shops have to offer.

 

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

 

Fun Art and Other Events in Boise, ID 4-11-13-2014

Good Morning,

Spring has sprung here in Boise and the populace has decided it is time for some fun and recreational activity. Whether you want to go and enjoy the weather or find something crafty to do have a look at what’s happening.

This evening:

Sip Wine & Paint a ‘Mod Martini’ 04.11.2014
7-9PM My Masterpiece Parties 208-938-1370 http://bit.ly/1d5SbTk The sip wine and paint concept has come to Eagle! No experience needed at all. We’re about having a fun time out! We’ll show you step-by-step how to paint ‘Mod Martini’. We provide everything you need to create your painting, you just bring any refreshments (even beer or wine for the over 21 crowd) you’d like to enjoy. Reserve online to guarantee your seat. We schedule our unique social painting classes throughout the month. Check our calendar for other dates. MyMasterpieceParties.com Up for some nostalgia Grrl style?  Check out the all female AC/DC cover band “Hell’s Belles” tonight Hell’s Belles 04.11.2014 8:30 pm The Knitting Factory (416 9th St., Boise) All-female AC/DC tribute $13 TicketWeb  No?  How about a little bit of culture? Ballet Idaho presents Alice in Wonderland “Alice in Wonderland” 04.11.2014 – 04.12.2014 See Description Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Ln 426-1110 Ballet Idaho. Season closes with the whimsical tale, choreographed by ballet master Alex Ossadnik. 8 pm April 11, and 2 and 8 pm, April 12. $38, $43 AND $58.BSU students receive a 50% discount; faculty and staff receive a 25% discount. balletidaho.org And for those of you that have little one’s Easter is almost here and there is a cool event at the Zoo tomorrow. Zoo Boise – Easter “EGG”stravaganza 04.12.2014 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Zoo Boise 208-608-7740 http://www.zooboise.org Get a jump start on spring at Easter EGGstravaganza. Join the Easter Bunny for fun activities including Egg Scrambles, photo ops, face painting, Easter Egg toss, animal enrichment activities and, of course, the zoo. Last admission at 4:30pm.

Five Great Gifts To Give List C-14 – Nerdvana

Good Morning,

Another Tuesday, Five more great gift ideas to check out.

Today we deviate from the norm, five random items have been chosen from Etsy from Harry Potter to Star Wars, there is something for every fan out there, a couple of these items have been taken from my Favorites List on the site.

I have one of these.  They are very nice,  light weight and just the right size.

Harry Potter Inspired – Always – A Hand Stamped Aluminum or Copper Doe Necklace

Star Wars Dolls – Pick any 3

Star Trek Starfleet Commander Badge Dangle Earrings

Game of Thrones – House – Etched Shot Glasses – Set of 4

TARDIS Sign “Pull to Open” Magnet

 

We hope you have enjoyed this brief look at some of the fun Handmade Nerd / Geek / Fan items from clever and talented people.  We hope we have encouraged you to check out some of these items and take a peek what else these shops may have in store for you.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Bangles and Bracelets

Good Morning,

There are  new items in the shop I would like to share this morning.

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Phantom Blue 502 – Beaded Chainmaille Necklace and Earring Set

Sterling Silver-plate over brass wire rings and gorgeous Sapphire Blue Czech glass beads are hand linked in the European 4-in-1 Weave.  Pretty dags drop from the chain and points are accented with a bead.  Matching earrings included.

A total of 502 jump rings are used in creating this lovely 18″ necklace.

Great for SCA, LARP, Cos-play, Film or TV Costuming, Vikings, Shield Maidens, or something a little different in your jewelry box.

Knight Watch

Guard the hours before the dawn with this unique time piece.  Lovely and feminine with just a bit of an edge, this neat wristwatch will take the time to flatter anything in your wardrobe.  Pretty black beads leap across the chain adding a little bit charm to the bracelet.  Perfect for the office, Sound Check / Encore time, or dancing the night away.

May Day Emerald Green Beaded Chainmaille Bracelet 

 
This fun and fabulous bracelet is perfect for May Birthdays.  Beautiful bright Emerald Green Czech Glass beads skip across the surface of Silver-plated chainmalle bracelet.  Terrific for the Office, a night out, or a casual jeans and t-shirt weekend.  Bright, bold, and chunky, just right for the fashionista or a little bit of daring with your new hair-do. 

Crafted with silver-plate over brass jump rings, matching toggle clasp may be changed to Lobster Claw clasp at the customers request for no additional charge.

 *This item is customizable, may be made to desired length in the bead color of choice.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Where on The Web Are We?

Good Morning,

Monday is here and I thought it would be a good idea to offer a reprized and refreshed list of links to find, follow and friend The Alchemists Vessel and various entities thereof.  

We have Fan pages of Facebook for all of our shops and the divisions of the shop.

The Alchemists Vessel

Blackbird Metalworks – A division of the Alchemists Vessel specializing in vintage and handmade fine jewelry design and repair.

Tools of Magic – Metaphysical Supplies, Jewelry, Readings and More

Little Shop of Artists – Our Physical Loaction to Shop with us.  
Located: 6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B, Boise Idaho.

You may also find us at our Official Websites

The Alchemists Vessel
Little Shop of Artists

You can find us on Social Media Sites and Shopping Groups

Twitter – you may follow AlixAlchemy
Rebelmouse

On-line Shopping:

Etsy Shop: The Alchemists Vessel
Handmade Artists Shop: The Alchemists Vessel
The CraftStar Shop: The Alchemists Vessel

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired or encouraged you to click any of the links above and visit us.  We are only successful with your support.

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

Fashion Do’s for 2014

Good Morning, 

I thought it might be fun to take a look at what the Fashion Industry thinks is cool this year.

This year’s must have Fashion Color is a faux pas!  Raidiant Orchid 18-3224 (Pantone Color System).

Orchids are a beautiful flower, however wearing the color tends to make one look jaundiced (yellow).  A gorgeous color, it should be kept to small accessory items, Hair-clips or ribbons, perhaps a dash color in an outfit as a accent, but never as the main focus color.  Or you could always go as a great big grape.

Accenting this color is not terribly difficult, but if done wrong you may have a color clash to end all color clashes.  Here is a lovely little color block that will help you choose the right accent color or accessories to go with your new fashion statement.

You can jazz up your wardrobe with an easy accessory and no commitment to a bold, bright color.  Try these simple everyday items.

Purse

Shoes  (Shown – Converse All Stars)

How about a lovely Hair Accessory

Hair / Make-Up Design and Photo by: Echo Pirnie, Boise Idaho.

Other ideas:

Amethyst Crystal or Gemstone Jewelry to match.
Never underestimate the power of pennies!  This years fashion color is next years Junk Drawer item, you do not have to spend a lot to be part of the in-crowd.  Dime Store finds can be just the right thing to finish off your look, and no one needs know it was only $1.00.

Less is more!  I can not stress this enough.  Do not clad yourself in purple from head to toe, select an item, like your dress.  Now start to adding pieces to create your outfit, a necklace in perhaps a matching tone or one to two shades darker or lighter than your main attire.  Shoes should always be simple and elegant, even a pair of flip-flops with the right skirt can be very becoming.  (Mind you, I live in my Chuck Taylor’s so I don’t nothing ’bout no shoes).

Don’t forget to add a bit of shiny, earrings can be a crystal or gemstone beads that catch the light, a bit of bling on your wrist for a pretty spark in the sunlight.  Clear quartz crystal is always  eye-catching and never clashes.

We hope you have enjoyed thinking about what you might wear  or create this year using this color.  Happy Designing.

Thank you for coming in and having a look.

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