Taking Care of Your Tools

Good Morning,

This weekend I was on a bit of a creating jag.  Boxes were sketched on for painting, things were prepared to be assembled, soldered and etched, until this happened…

This is the inside of my hand held, battery operated Engraver.  This little tool is one of my favorites; however due to age and I would suppose use, the innards have obviously deteriorated, or in this case are just plain broken.

The plastic casing has cracked and broken away from the works, the metal pin that acts as a contact is in the battery tube leaving the copper wiring exposed.  I have had this for a good seven or eight years, and I never thought to look inside, until it stopped working yesterday. 

This brings me to the care of your tools.  Not only is it necessary to keep your most important tools, your hands, healthy, it is also important to keep the implements you use healthy as well.

Once a month check you tools.  Really look at them, evaluate their health and assess the best way to repair or give the tool some much needed attention.  Is something broken or starting to wear or fray?  Are there nicks, chips, divots, dings, or other things that may prevent you from achieving that perfect look or  other task you are attempting while creating your goods?

If so, you may want to think about replacing or perhaps repairing them.

A simple sheet of sand paper can be used to polish pliers jaws and the heads of your hammers.  This removes surface imperfections that may mar or interfere with the finish of your piece.

When possible tools should be kept away from each other, this eliminates much of the wear and tear on tools you are not using, they won’t bang into and damage each other.  Try to dust your tools during the inspection, little bits of this and that can gum up the joints or movable parts and damage the tool or cause it not to work properly.

Inexpensive plastic cases can be purchased, or plastic containers from your favorite Deli or Market can also be used as storage.  Clean them out and place your tools inside.  Keep the lid and you can keep them dust free.

Keep your tools in good working order and they will last you a life time.

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.

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

Thursday Random Post

Good Morning,

The Blog Ring is on hiatus for a couple of weeks and I have no one to feature today.

Instead, I have done the unthinkable and signed up for a twitter account.  It may not last long signing up was extremely annoying, and the site itself is awful.  Not intuitive and frustrating at best.

If you would like to follow, add to a list, or grow your own list of followers (I will follow you in return) you can now connect with the Alchemists Vessel via twitter.

Tweet to:  @AlixAlchemy

Follow us: @AlixAlchemy 

Don’t forget to check out the side bar menus for links!

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

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

How To Make a Badge and Button For Your Site

Good Morning.

Today because I do not have pictures of new items ready to post, I thought a tutorial of another kind might be useful and entertaining.

As you may have noticed the side menus have changed, and there are several new buttons and a “Grab Our Badge” Box.  Want to make one of your own?

If you own a shop, have a blog or a site, badges are a simple and quick visual recognition of your shop or brand.

There are four (4) steps to creating the code for your picture / badge and the code box that allows others to “grab your badge” for their own site, blog or what have you.

For this tutorial I will be using the images for Blackbird Metalworks Badge.  I also copied and pasted the code using Text Edit for iMac, although any writing or note program should do.

Step One:

Choose a photo that you like.

Using your preferred photo editing program crop or re-size image to 125 x 125.  This seems the standard size.

Upload your picture to photobucket, iPiccy, or Picasa.  I prefer photobucket.  *Suggestion – Make a file folder titled Buttons or Badges or something, and keep your badge images there, forever.  If you move them you will break the link to the image and then your button or badge will not work.

Edit and add text if you like.

This is what my badge looks like.

Step Two:

Write the code for your image.  Here it gets tricky and I will try to explain as best I can.  This is the code you will use, replacing the RED text with your own address.

<a href=”http://YOUR URL.com/” target=”_blank”><img src=”YOUR IMAGE HTML CODE” border=”0″ alt=” NAME“/></a>

Copy the text above.  Insert your web address, site URL, or Blogger address where YOUR URL is, this will direct people to your site of choice when they click the button.  My address would look like this:
<ahref=”http://alchemistsvessel.blogspot.com/”…

(I can’t type the whole code or another image will show up.)

Now return to your Image file (photobucket, what have you) and copy the HTML Code, third item in the menu list.

Paste the code between the quotation marks where YOUR IMAGE CODE goes.

target=”_blank”><img src=”YOUR IMAGE HTML CODE“border=”0″ alt=” name“/></a>

Now you can type a short NAME for your button here, like mysitesbutton. I used bbmbutton.

Your URL will direct people to your site of choice when they click your button.  The IMAGE CODE is just that, the URL Address of the picture, it doesn’t do anything else except tell the computer where the picture is located.  If you move it from it’s folder you will break the link / code and the button will no longer work.

Copy and Paste your code into the appropriate place on your site.  For blogger go to
Layout
Choose the HTML Code Box form the Add Gadget
Paste your code in the box.
Tah-Dah!
You have a button / badge / clicky thingy!

All done. If you would like people to be able to post your badge on their site you can create the following code.

Step Three: – Make a “Grab Our Badge” Text Box.

<textarea name=”texture” cols=”20″ rows=”4″
wrap=”VIRTUAL”><a href=”http://YOUR URL.com/” target=”_blank”><img src=”http://YOUR IMAGE CODE” border=”0″ alt=” NAME“/></a></textarea>

Copy the text above. Using the same information you used for your picture, insert your URLS into the appropriate spot.

Your site Address – YOUR URL (alchemistsvessel.blogspot.com)
Your Image Code – YOUR IMAGE HTML CODE (copied from photobucket)
Name – The NAME you gave your button (bbmbutton)

When you have complete your code it should look something like this:

<a href=”http://YOUR URL.com/” target=”_blank”><img src=”http://YOUR IMAGE CODE” border=”0″ alt=” NAME“/></a>
<textarea name=”texture” cols=”20″ rows=”4″
wrap=”VIRTUAL”><a href=”http://YOUR URL.com/” target=”_blank”><img src=”http:/YOUR IMAGE CODE” border=”0″ alt=” NAME“/></a></textarea> 

Step Four: 

OK, Now that you have both codes, return to where you would like to use it.  Paste BOTH codes into the HTML Box in blogger or other appropriate place on your site that lets you add buttons or code.
  
When you are finished your box should look something like this. 

The text in the box is what others will copy and paste to use your badge / button on their site.

Thank you for stopping by, we hope we have not confused you and that this information will be helpful.

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

Handmade Artists, A Site For Sore Artists

Happy Friday,

This morning I would like to share some of the wonderful things that handmadeartists.com has to offer.

Many of you claim you love etsy, Ok that’s fair.  However the big orange E has turned away from its original goal, and become the Walmart of the internet.  Such a  shame.  Many artists, artisans, and makers of beautiful things have jumped etsy’s ship, or been forcibly removed from the site or other sites due to one perceived infraction or another.  I would like to show you how simple it is for you as a buyer or seller to use Handmade Artists.  Buyer accounts are always free!

This is the Home Page or the top of it.  From here you can access all of the neat stuff on the site.  The Categories menu takes you to all the fabulous and must have items that vendors have for sale.

Let me first say that their service is absolutely impeccable!  Seller or buyer account holders will always receive the highest level of quality customer service and care that I have ever had the pleasure to experience.  They have also upgraded and expanded their servers, this has allowed for a faster site along with room to grow.

Buyers and others you will not be disappointed.  Structured very much like etsy, they have many amenities, like the Forum, Seller Shops, Highlights, and a Blog right there on the home page so you can keep up with the latest trends and advice or just reading about a topic that interests you.

You do have to sign up, which is easy, simple and super quick.

 
For the artists, if you are unsatisfied with etsy or other sites, art fire or what have you, take a look at what handmade artists has to offer:
Your Shop account is just $5.00 a month or $50.00  a year.  That is cheaper than listing 20 items on etsy and re-listing them every four months for a year.  A real value for the money, and you can list a lot of items, I won’t say unlimited, there is a cap, but I don’t think any one is going to list 10,000 or more items so it might as well be unlimited.  Best part is, your listing never expires, as long as your monthly shop fee is paid, your item is there forever!  Bonus!

The forum, talk about friendly, happy people.  Got a question, you will get an answer, have a problem, there is support, just want to hang out and chat, yup, they have that too.  There is even a scheduled forum chat every Thursday night.

Sign Up is easy, and although there is not a “transfer” files button, this gives you an opportunity to list your items fresh.  The item page is quick, easy and intuitive! Plus there are all kinds of categories in which to list your item, choose the one that is right for your item.  Get in now while it is still small.  578 shops and growing everyday!  Also a roll by or marquis is included, and your shop will appear in the list below on the home page!

  Sellers and Buyers, worried about security and your information?   The site is safe, secure, and uses Pay Pal.  I myself have made several sales and have found it to be a simple and hassle free process.  I know, I know, some of you have had issues with pay pal.  Don’t forget that many of the artists are willing to make other arrangements to make sure the item you desire gets to you!

Highlights.  What is a highlight?  If you have used Etsy or looked at a friends “Treasury” you know what a Highlight is.  Created by Sellers and Buyers alike,  20 items are chosen from around the site and compile a list of favorites, give it a theme, or use it to enter one of the many contests the site hosts.

Selected items from the winner of Highlight Contest #29, the prize was a $25.00 Gift Certificate to any of the shops on Handmade Artists.

 Let’s talk about Promotion.  You know the squeaky wheel gets the grease, and are there some squeaky wheels over there.  You can only promote yourself so much; but at Handmade Artists, they do it for you as well.  Your items are shared by the powers that be and forum members as well.  They post / share things on Facebook, Pinterest, have a Google Community page, and you can feature yourself on their blog (just fill out the questionnaire and watch Kimberly turn in to a wonderful article all about YOU and YOUR SHOP!)  The perks are almost endless, and the site is just a lot of fun too.

Participate in the Blog Ring, sign up to contribute to the site’s blog.  Get connected with other artists in your area, post a photo of your newest item and watch the shares roll out.

Frankly there is no better place to sell or be a seller on the internet.  Buyers, all this is available to you as well, you don’t have to make things to play on the site.  Join the Forum, see what those clever and crafty people are up to, throw out suggestions, talk about your favorite pet.  Whatever, the forum is there to cultivate communication and community.

I would also like to mention that this year Handmade Artists was nominated for a Shorty Award.  An award given by Twitter for the use of its site to promote small business on Social Platforms. Handmade Artists came in 8th.  Not too shabby.

Want to check out more?

Pinterest Page
Facebook Page
Google Community Page
Linked In
Twitter 
It’s Better Handmade

On Fire For Handmade 

 

Featured Artists – Wyndwalker Creations

Good Morning,

Today’s featured artists are Karen and her husband Dakota of Wyndwalker Creations.  I have had the pleasure of meeting Karen on the handmade artists forum.  She is pleasant, fun and crafty, and this husband and wife team have been creating beautiful functional pieces for over thirty years.  They work with natural materials, antler, bone and Karen  incorporates some fabulous bead work into their pieces.

Welcome to Wyndwalker Creations,
We have been working with antler, bone, leather, beads and fiber for many years now. We enjoy creating beautiful, one of a kind, functional pieces of art. No two items are exactly alike. We enjoy making custom pieces just for our customers. If you see something that appeals to you and would like it in a different color or style please feel free to contact us, we will be happy to work with your ideas.
Enjoy looking around our shop, we look forward to serving you.

Please feel to contact us.
E-mail – wyndwalkercreations@yahoo.com

So just what do they make? 

Amber Turquoise and Bone Hairpipe Bandolier Necklace NE56

Product Details:

 This necklace is in the style most Traditional Dancers wear. I have used 1/4 inch turquoise, amber chips 1 inch bone hairpipe, Nickel fluted round beads and 2 inch pewter feathers.

24 inch necklace

USA Shipments will be shipped Priority Mail (2-3 days).  If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail. Please contact us for fees.

International orders will be shipped Priority Mail (6-10 days in most cases). If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail (4-6 weeks). Please contact us for fees.

Contact us for other shipping options

Rustic Leather Covered Flask UI18

Product Details:

Flask, rustic leather covered, with scew cap, one of a kind.
Great for taking your favorite drink with you. Glass bottle with screw top covered in hand stitched soft deer leather with carrying strap.

Holds 8 ounce measures 6 1/2 inches high by 3 3/4 inches wide by 1 1/2 inches

Hand wash warm water and mild soap.

This item ships Priority Mail with in the US

International orders ship First Class Mail

Contact us for other shipping options

Rabbit and Buckskin Leather Shoulder Bag LG15

Product Details:

 Rabbit fur highlights the flap on this little buckskin leather bag.This bag also has hand laced sides, hand cut fringe, layers of leather, and glass crow beads. This bag is just the right size for your cell phone, ipod, credit cards and more.

Size: 5 1/2 inch X 4 3/4 inch pouch with 4  inch fringe and 47 inch strap

USA Shipments will be shipped Priority Mail (2-3 days).  If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail. Please contact us for fees.

International orders will be shipped Priority Mail (6-10 days in most cases). If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail (4-6 weeks). Please contact us for fees.

Contact us for other shipping options

 

Shawl in Burgundy and Gray Hand Woven SS12 Product Details: Shawl hand woven on a tri loom in the Log cabin weave. Woven with soft Acrylic in Burgundy and Gray on the triangle loom I built. This shawl will keep you warm on chilly days and evenings. Very fashionable for day or evening wear. Measures 84 inches wide and 41 inches long at the point with 8 inch fringe. This Item shipped insured. USA Shipments will be shipped Priority Mail (2-3 days).  If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail. Please contact us for fees.  International orders will be shipped Priority Mail (6-10 days in most cases). If you would like to save on shipping we can ship First Class Mail (4-6 weeks). Please contact us for fees. Contact us for other shipping options

Fossil Coral in Silver and Gold NE65

Product Details:
Nature inspires me every time I look out the window. This Fossil coral pendant reminds me of the wealth the earth has to offer. So silver and gold seemed to be the colors calling it.
The fossil coral is 1 1/4 inches long by 7/8 inchs wide. It is suspended from a chain of Silver and gold  glass seed beads that is 28 inches long with a toggle clasp.

We hope that we have inspired your interest and perhaps you’ll go take a look at some of the other wondrous and marvelous things that Wyndwalker Creations has to offer.

You may also find and follow this terrific team at any of the links below.

 Wyndwalker Creations – Handmade Artists
Wyndwalker Creations – Etsy 
Wyndwalker Creations – Facebook 
Blog
Twitter  
Pinterest

Thank you for stopping in anhaving a look.

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

 

Studio News Ring – Ring

Happy Wednesday!

The week is almost over, and it has been a busy last couple of days.

This morning I would like to share the latest listing for a new ring,  at Blackbird Metalworks, as well as sharing one of the Jo-Ann’s Class projects that you can learn to make when you sign up for the Brochure Jewelry Making or the Trend Classes lead by Alixandra of The Alchemsits Vessel and Blackbird Metalworks.

Sky – Sterling Silver and Genuine Turquoise Ring

This pretty little ring has a genuine Natural Turquoise cabochon, hand set with sterling silver bezel strip and .5mm twisted gallery wire, shank is sterling silver and hand soldered to the cabochon setting.  A size US 6-1/2, this is a feminine and very attractive little accent ring.

The stone is not cracked, it has been left in it’s natural shape and state, instead of being shaped, filled or polished with resin, it has been set just as it was.

The ring below is made from 20g Sterling Silver plated and 24 kt dyed copper jewelry wire and was made using a variety of glass beads.

Jo-Ann’s has cancelled this class, being as it almost the end of February, but fear not, Trend classes and private lessons can be arranged by contacting Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts for Trend and Brochure classes, or contacting The Alchemists Vessel for your group, party or private lessons.

“Blue Belle” Ring – Instructions by Spotted Canary School

Clockwise from Left – “Blue Belle” class project.  Red Bi-cone Bead, Green Bi-cone Bead, Glass Pearl beads in Gray, and Brown.

“Blue Belle” Ring

Red Bi-cone Bead – Option

Glass Pearl Bead, Gray – Option

Gold wire and Glass Pearl, Brown

Super simple to make.  Cute, and can be made to match your mood, or your outfit.

Check out what other classes are available on line or visit your local Jo-Ann’s.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

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

 

Five Great Gifts For Giving – List #6

It’s Tuesday and we have another look and five cool shops and five neat things that you give as gifts, or treat yourself. 

From: Jackie Guttuso Design

Winter art sale, Original, Brown bear art, Woodland, Modern nursery, Woodland Christmas, Original paper sculpture, Cabin decor, Forest

 

I created this original paper sculpture of a brown bear in a forest by painting heavy duty watercolor paper with acrylic paint and then cutting and layering each piece to create depth. The result is a whimsical, one of a kind piece that would look great in any room, but especially in a woodland nursery or a cabin.

The colors would really pop in a white shadowbox. (not included) See photos for ideas for matting and framing. It has an approximate 1/8″ white border which can be trimmed if necessary for framing.

SALE:$35; was $40

From: I Paint It Pretty

Wedding Wine Glasses For The Bride And Groom

 

This is a set of two (2) mint green wine glasses that have been painted with deep red and white roses. I attached a sprig of tiny white seed beads to the stem of each glass with a white ribbon. What a lovely set of glasses for the wedding toast. And then a cherished keepsake from the wedding day. These would be a unique bridal shower gift. Or treat yourself, you deserve it.

These goblets were painted with non-toxic acrylic enamel so they are perfectly safe to use. I heat set the paint so it is quite durable. The manufacturer of paint states ‘top rack dishwasher safe’, I would highly suggest gentle hand wash, just as you would any other special piece you may have. The ribbon is not secured so just untie it to remove before washing.

From Sues Arts

Hamsa charm necklace, evil eye necklace, Hamsa necklace, Hebrew necklace, Judaica, “Ani Le’dodi…” necklace, “My beloved…”, Love necklace

 

SOLD SEPARATELY BY #

This gorgeous large antique silver cameo frame features a colorful Hamsa prints.

Necklace #1 – with the Hebrew phrase “Ani Le’dodi…”, in English “I am my beloved and my beloved is mine”.

Necklace # 2 – with Hebrew writing for “Love, Health, Happiness”

Necklace # 3 – just a Hamsa print

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

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

From: Paula Stone Buckner

 Recycled Money, Pot of Gold Money Tree Ornament/Decoration

 

This is a fun and unique gift for the person who has everything! It comes with well wishes for the new year, and it’s made from recycled, shredded $1, 5, 10, 20, 50, & $100- bills! Each tree is approximately 6″ tall.

The attached message reads: Pot of Gold Money Tree This little pot of gold, comes with best wishes for a healthy and prosperous New Year! Your money tree is made from 100% legally shredded and recycled, $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100- bills.

Large Upcycled Bullet Casing Bracelet with Clear Swarovski Crystals

 

Large, upcycled, brass bullet casing bracelet, accented with clear Swarovski crystals. The casings are 2 and 1/4″ long and the bracelet length is 7-8.5″

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

 

Thunder Rose Leather – Featured Artist

This morning, it is my pleasure to share with you another wonderful artist team from Handmade Artists.

Welcome to Cornville!  That’s right, this dynamic duo lives in Cornville AZ, just outside Sedona.  Debbi and John own the shop Thunder Rose Leather, they have been working with beads and buckskin for over twenty years, and create beautiful, useful, and functional pieces from your not-so-average women’s purse to flute bags and baby moccasins.

Their items may be made to order and customized.  Please see the shop and product listings for all the details on how to order, how long your order will take, and material from which your item will be made.

Let’s take a peek at some of what they have on offer in their shop today.

Simply gorgeous, this Bohemian Gypsy Handbag with Fringe.  I just love the natural color and the little beaded turtle totem is too much.

Bohemian gypsy handbag Fringed leather handbag with beaded turtle totem

Product Details:
  A bohemian gypsy handbag with a beaded turtle totem. This fringed leather crossbody handbag is made of soft and strong elkskin and measures 9 1/2″ tall, 8 1/2″ wide , 2 3/4′” wide and a 48″ braided crossbody shoulder strap. This bag features old style tied fringe all around front and back, an extra pocket inside and a pocket outside on the back.

A fantastic tote bag (they have one in black too, ooooo).  The beaded flower is bright and sunny and adds a lovely pop of color to this understated two-tone tote.

Beaded leather tote

Product Details: 
This beaded leather tote has a beaded sunflower and measures 12″ x 12″ x 3 “. The comfortable flat strap can be made to any length you like. It makes a great crossbody handbag. The sides of the strap have a pewter concho and there is tied fringe down the sides of the bag. This tote has a antler toggle for a closure.This beaded leather tote is made to order.

For the new arrival, these are just too cute and makes me wish I had someone to buy them for.  Soft, adorable and handmade!
 

Baby moccasins Buckskin leather moccasins Toddler moccasins

Product Details:

These baby moccasins are for a baby 6 month to 1 year old. They measure 4 1/2″ heel to toe and are made of soft durable elkskin leather. These baby moccasins make a great gift for a mom and baby. This is a made to order item.

Custom leather flute bag Fringed leather flute bag Buckskin native flute bag

Product Details:This custom leather flute bag is made of soft, durable elkskin leather and has double cut fringe off the bottom , tied fringe down the sides of the bag and a double drawstring closure. It also features a four point braided shoulder strap so you can go hiking with your native flute. This is a made to order item so if you would like one contact us with the size of your flute and we will make you a custom reserved listing for your flute bag. This is a made to order item.  

For the Mountain-man in your life, how about his colorful Knife Sheath, brightened up with Rainbow array of beads, a silver accent and lots of fringe.

 Knife sheath black Knife sheath Buffalo leather belt bag Beaded knife sheath

Product Details:This leather knife sheath is made of buffalo leather and measures 2 1/2 inches wide x 6 inches long. It has fringe off the bottom and a buffalo snap for a closure. This leather knife sheath is decorated with glass crow beads. Props are not included. This is a made to order item. 

Want to see more?  You can find and follow this amazing artistic team at any of the following links. 
SHOP: Thunder Rose Leather  
ETSY: Thunder Rose 
BLOG: Thunder Rose Leather 
Facebook: Thunder Rose Creations 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look. 

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

Cool Tools for Jewelry

Good Morning,

Today I thought we would take a look at a couple of tools that I use when making jewelry.

Most of you know about and probably own a “Dremel”, a popular brand name rotary tool, there are several versions .  I also own a Nikota.  Let’s look at the Dremel 7300.  This sells for around $30.00.

This hand held tool is simple to use and comes with eight heads.

Cordless, it comes with a power pack / charger that plugs into any socket.  The battery is removable for easy charge-up or cleaning.    There are also a variety of heads available and sold separately for your needs.  Two speeds make sanding, shaping and polishing a breeze.

150 Piece Dremel Rotary Tool Accessory Kit.  Marked as a $70.00 value, you can usually find these for around $25.00 to $40.00 depending on where you shop.

Includes, sanding disks and drums, cutting wheels and drill bits.

The Roburn Soldering Iron / Torch 3 in 1.  This is a very small, butane powered tool.  It comes with an interchangeable head for a soldering iron, and the tool may be set for flame (torch) or to heat and becomes a hot air blower.

At 6-1/2″ long this design isn’t exactly the best, however, it is easy to control, light weight, and I like the 3 -in- 1 aspect of tool.  Operation time is about 60 minutes on a “tank” of gas at the medium-setting.  It should be noted that the torch flame reaches temps of up to 1300 degrees Celsius or 2730 degrees Fahrenheit.  THAT’S HOT!  The soldering tip reaches 430 C or 780 F, and works best with silver solder paste.  A torch striker is recommended by the manufacturer for ease of igniting the flame.

Yes, I do own these tools, and use them in the studio.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.  

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

Five Great Gifts to Give – List #6 – Mature Content Advisory

Good Morning,

As usual Tuesday is Five Great Gifts to Give, today there is “Adult Content” in the list, so please read at your own risk.

From Sue’s Arts

Aren’t these pretty, and wouldn’t they make a lovely Bat Mitzvah gift.

Hamsa Charm brooch, charm collection brooch, safety pin charm collection, evil eye brooch, Heart brooch, Love, Hamsa

SOLD SEPARATELY BY #

Beautiful, elegant and unique looking large kilt pin with Hamsa hand for protection, key to open your luck AND many more love and more charms…

Great as a gift of love.

Delivered in a gift bag.

Custom orders always welcome.

Suzan ♥ 

Pleased to introduce a new shop on Etsy

From: Tanuki Jewelry

Raw Amethyst Stone Pendant – SALE ITEM deeply discounted

VALENTINES DAY PROMO: FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA UNTIL FEB. 14, 2013 on top of the deeply discounted price from $35 to only $20.

A raw slab of amethyst as a natural gemstone necklace. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. The amethyst is approximately 1 1/4” long, and approximately 1” wide. This item does not come with the chain as pictured. The item sold is just the pendant alone.

For delivery times, please read my shop announcement. Contact me if you have questions regarding delivery times by a specific date.

For safety reasons for both the vendor and the customer, payment is by Paypal only.

Pyramid Stud Sterling Silver Ring

VALENTINES DAY PROMO: FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA UNTIL FEB. 14, 2013.

An edgy yet simple handmade sterling silver ring. Consists of a row of six pyramidal studs. Great or stacking or for wearing it on its own. Definitely a great statement ring, but with a simple and classic finish.

Organically hand carved in Brooklyn, New York.

Size 7.5

Hand made with love!

For delivery times, please read my shop announcement. Contact me if you have questions regarding delivery times by a specific date. 

ADULT CONTENT FOLLOWS!

From LSG Touch

Mia – healing stone Kegel Exercise Egg – mature

The Mia Egg brings you pleasure, if used with lover or on your own. Using the Mia Egg helps increase vaginal lubrication and moisturizing, for everyday comfort as well as sexual intercourse. The inserted Mia Egg brings you pleasure without being noticed. You can enjoy its’ healing and pleasurable benefits while jogging, swimming, reading, having coffee with a friend, on a long flight or boring meeting. You will be pleasantly surprised how a long cue for the bank clerk, seems not long enough…

Use the Mia Egg for Kegel exercise to build and heal your vaginal and pelvic floor muscles since vaginal muscles need to be used to hold it in. To enable the Mia Egg to naturally come out, muscles need to be relaxed. When this exercise is performed with the Mia Egg, the feeling of tension and relaxation is instant. This ensures that you exercise exactly the right muscles in the right way. The Kegel exercise is recommended by many gynecologists in treating urinary incontinence, since stronger pelvic muscles improve bladder control.

This Egg is 2″ (50mm) long l and 1.4″ (35 mm) wide. It is the classic Egg size, approved by ages of ancient China Chinese Tao tradition. It is recommended for starter level Kegel exercises.

This Mia Egg is made of a natural Red Jasper gemstone. The Red Jasper crystal has a strong Earth element connection and it enforces physical and mental health. The Red jasper is used for dream recollecting sessions. The Red jasper is a very lucky stone for actors. The Red jasper is a good stone to keep with you, since the more jasper is handled the more it sends out calming vibrations.

The Mia Egg is exclusively designed and handmade according to the ancient China Tao’s traditions. A Kegel Exercise brochure and a luxury silk pouch are included with each Egg.
Do not microwave your natural stone Mia Egg. But for an extra thrill, you can soak it in warm or cold water. Wash the Mia Egg with soap and water for cleaning, and drop it in a glass with alcohol or your favorite whiskey to get it sterilized. Never boil it! This will destroy its chain.

PLEASE!! Use common sense when enjoying your Mia Egg! Do not use it if you feel it is unsafe in any way. Before each and every time you use it, be sure to wash and inspect it for nicks, cracks, and scratches and check that the chain is strong and attached properly.

I use natural crystal stones, handmade glass for egg and beads and high-tech super-strong multi-fiber string for the chain. This makes it very strong and easy to keep sanitary with regular washing and care. I use only natural stone with no dye or any other modifications. No plastics, phthalates etc. are used in any Mia Egg.

Since I use genuine natural gemstones, every Mia Egg has its unique color and pattern that may be slightly different from the one presented in the picture.

WARNING: When inside, the Mia Egg brings you spontaneous waves of pleasure and joy. During this time you should NOT participate in any activity requiring complete control such as driving, nail painting or spacecraft navigation.

Enjoy!

Breast massage healing stone necklace – mature

Breast massage Lucy necklace is a uniquely designed and shaped item with a very long sautoir necklace and two large cookie beads, on its open ends.

The Lucy necklace is a luxurious handmade jewel that emphasizes your natural beauty and loveliness. But, this is not all that Lucy is. Lucy is also your secret calming, protecting and empowering jewel that can help you in the most challenging times and situations, since it is also a traditional breast masseuse. This is your secret that no one will guess.

Breast massage, when performed by your spouse, is a very healing and joyful experience. It relaxes both of you, calms you down and brings a happy mood into the situation. It may also be a perfect foreplay game.

This elegant Lucy necklace is 43″(108cm) long and made of natural stone and handmade glass beads. The healing agate hearts on the ends of necklace is 2″(50mm) wide.

The cookie beads at the open ends of the necklace are made of natural Thai Agate stone.
Agate is the must have protection stone. It protects from stress, from bad dreams and is said to protect children from danger. It enables the wearer to distinguish between false friends and true ones. It brings prosperity and creates an appreciation of nature.

In the western contemporary life style, the chest and breasts do not move enough. Many clothes and especially bras prevent your breasts from moving freely and naturally. This pressure interferes in the proper blood circulation and energy flow. This – makes your body weaker, more anxious and causes you to be more tired, feel exhausted and fatigued at the end of hard day.

Regular breast massage helps reduce or even eliminate these harmful effects. Breast massage helps diagnose and treat problematic conditions early on, and effectively.

You can perform a short self-massage a few times a day on top of your clothes. This way, you can keep your body and mind calm and fresh even in the most demanding business or personal environment.

A massage brochure is included in your Lucy necklace kit, along with a luxury silk pouch, to store your Lucy necklace safely.

If you need to clean Lucy after usage, you may wash it in soapy warm water.

Enjoy!