Five Great Gifts for Giving List 20

Good Morning, 

Today we mix it up a bit, not only do we have gifts from shops on Etsy I have sneaked over to handmadeartists.com and nipped a couple of cool summer items from a shop or two over there as well.

From Sue’s Arts

Adjustable metal ring, fleur de lis rings, metal rings, c’est la vie, adjustable rings, cameo rings, antique bronze, love, princess, angel

 

Gorgeously beautiful, unique, charming and one of a kind large antique bronze adjustable metal rings to choose from.

Ring size about 1″x1″.

SPECIAL MESSAGE, PICTURE OR ANY CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME AT NO EXTRA CHARGE.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥ 

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Waves Chainmaille Bracelet

 

This gorgeous bracelet is just right for a day at the beach or a seaside rendezvous. Bright, pretty and fun to wear. Terrific for a bit of color at the office, a night out on the town or a casual weekend outing with friends. The pattern creates a pretty wave-like look as the Teal accent rings appear to weave in and out of the chain. Light weight and comfortable for extended periods of wear.

8.25″ long including clasp. Part of the Captured Color Collection, silver-plated wire and enameled aluminum jump rings in Teal ( light blue-green) are combined to create an Inverted Round Maille weave. Finished with a strong magnetic clasp that holds well during everyday activities and movements.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

*Customizable, may be made to desired length or in the accent color of choice. Multicolor requests, please add $5.00 or check the shop for our selection of ready-to-wear pieces.

Free Shipping on this item.

*Custom requests please allow 2 – 3 day shipping, we need time to create your item.

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.

From: Seaside Soap and Candle

Honey Oatmeal Soap

Product Details:
Honey has properties that can speed healing and prevent infection. Honey is a natural antioxidant and  a natural form of sunscreen, helps to protect the skin from sun damage such as premature wrinkling.
oatmeal is a soothing anti-inflammatory and assists in removing redness. It is helpful in preventing dry skin from irritation.
It can lift dirt effectively from the surface of the skin. It is also a mild skin exfoliant to help remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin and leave it soft and smooth. Proper cleansing and dead skin cell exfoliation are important factors in healthy skin care.
Ingredients:  saponified olive, coconut, palm, & safflower oils;  vegetable glycerin; purified water; sorbitol (moisturizer); shea butter; natural  mineral whitener; essential or fragrance oil & micas or herbs for color
From: Mixed Kreations
  
Multi Strand Mop Shell And Seed Bead Bracelet

Product Details:

This lovely bracelet is a handcrafted multi strand bracelet that gives you a layered look. Great for everyday wear.
Made using green Mop shell nugget beads, chocolate glass pearls, and brown glass seed beads. All strung on nylon coated stainless steel bead wire.
Each strand is connected to a hand-cut copper jump ring. There is one leather strand connected to the copper jump rings by wire wrapping the ends.
The closure is a hand-formed wire spiral that hooks into a hand-cut jump ring.
A large elephant charm dangles from one end.
Fits 7 1/2″ wrist, but can add extra jump rings if needed. Just let me know when checking out.

From: The Whimsical Jar

Hand Sculpted Stress Glass Candy Jar

Product Details:

This 32 oz Stress Candy Jar is perfect to fill with your favorite candy to relieve your stress level. Sculpted from polymer clay this is a one of a kind original. If not yourself, I know there is someone you know who could use this…possible your boss?

Thank you for stopping in and having a look. 

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

 

Studio News – I Have A Dream

Good Morning,

Today we have a brief news blip and then it is back to work work work!

Last Saturday, I received the keys to the building I have rented for Little Shop of Artists.  The Keys to My Dream as it were.  There is something amazing about  receiving keys, whether they be to your very own first apartment, house, or business; new keys seem to sing of things to come and promise so much just by sitting in your hand.

I am very excited and elated.  We also toured the building with one of the Participating Artists, who is ready to move in soon.

There are two weeks ahead of us, and the artists are looking forward to setting up their displays in the store.  

Many things have changed, and a lot of that is due to the interior space.  Boutique like in its set up, individual artists will be easy to find.  Friendly, knowledgeable staff will be available to assist customers and clients with measurements, trying on jewelry, and special order or purchase unique one of a kind items that may be customized, ordered through the shop or Individual Artists Websites.

We are looking forward to opening the doors July 01, 2013, that’s a Monday! Information, times and actual dates will be forthcoming.

We hope you’ll stop by for a visit, and maybe those gift giving needs as well.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  

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

Featured Artists Theme: Vacation

 Good Morning,

Ah, the Summer Vacation, I remember those.  Most people can’t or don’t take them any more for whatever reason that may be, but it is fun to think about going someplace exotic, or tropical, perhaps to another country or state you have never been to before.

This week’s Featured Artist for the blog ring is none other than myself.  I think we can take care of those vacation accessory needs!  You may shop either The Alchemists Vessel on Handmade Artists or The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy.

Going to the beach? How about these adorable Sea Horse earrings.  Perfect for Steampunk Summer fashions or just something to match sand and surf, you’ll look fabulous in these highly detailed earrings.

Earrings Seahorse Charm and Glass Bead In Antiqued Bronze

Adorable aren’t they? Just short of 1-1/2″ when worn, this cute and charming pair of sea creatures are filigreed and 3-Dimensional with the pattern on either side of the charm. Topped with a Bronze / Brown Bi-cone Glass Bead these are light weight, and a fun summery addition to any wardrobe.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Free Shipping for this item

Available from handmadeartists.com

Or how about this interesting Chaimaille Bracelet?  Light, pretty, and just right for a Summer outing or Fourth of July Fire Works display.

Candy Apple Chainmaille Bracelet

Product Details:

Bold, bright and beautiful, this firey and racey little bracelet is not for the timid.  Red rings accent the length of chain and makes for a stunning accessory.  A fabulous pop of power color at the office, a lovely accessory for a romantic evening out, or a livley and electric addition to a casual outfit.  You’re sure to dazzle them with this vibrant bangle.  Would make a great July Birthday present.

8.25″total length, including clasp.  Silver-plated wire and enameled aluminum jump rings in Red are woven in an Inverted Round Maille pattern and finished with a strong magnetic clasp that holds well during everyday activities and movements.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Customizable, may be made to desired length or in a favorite color of choice.   
Multicolor request please add $5.00

Check the shop to see if there in not one in your favorite color in our ready-to-wear collection of pieces.

“Starry, Starry night, paint your palette blue and grey…” Vincent, Don McLean.

Although written about or inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, the song is a wonderful tribute to the beauty that is a Summer evening sky.  These perfect little stars will do nicely as an accessory for your warm starry nights this summer.

Oh My Stars Sterling Silver Star Charm Earrings

Product Details:

It’s full of stars!  These super  cute earrings are Sterling Silver, findings, chain, stars charms and ear wires.  That’s it, Sterling Silver nothing else.  Great for Bohemian Fashions!

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Summer is time for things that sparkle in the sunshine and this bracelet certainly does that!  Glass beads throw rainbow colors across their surface as you move or when they catch the light.

 From the $10.00 Collection

Rainbow Memory Wire Wrap Bracelet

Product Details:

This pretty little bangle is simple and shiny.  Coated glass beads in silver rainbow in iridescent blues, pinks, purples, greens and yellows.

16″ total length, beads are threaded along the wire in an alternating pattern.  Finished with simple loops, matching beaded dangles may be added at the customers request.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Last but not least, this lovely pretty in pink timepiece.  No one wants to to keep track of time when having a good one, but alas, time is of the essence on occasion and you might as well be stylish and unique when keeping it.

Precious Time Chainmaille Watch

Product Details:

Pink and precious, this pretty time piece is feminie and fabulous!  Great for the office, date night, or that casual outfit.  Adorned with a Swarovski Crystal Heart charm in matching pink.

8-1/2″ long.  Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut, linked and beaded in the Full Persian Chainmaille weave.  Stainless Steel watch and Locking Magnetic Clasp finish the piece.

Available in Red, Purple and Crystal Clear beads.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

If you’re in the Boise area, remember to stop by Little Shop of Artists opening July 01, 2013, all these and many more items will be available in the store.

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

Inside Little Shop of Artists

Good Morning, 

Today, I am pleased and very excited to tour the interior of the building for what will be the home of Little Shop of Artist.

Taken with my cellphone, it may not be the best quality, but rent is paid, and clean up will commence on or about June 15th, 2013.

We, the participating artists, are hoping to open the doors July 01, 2013.

We hope that you will come and visit us if you are in the Boise, Idaho area.

We apologize for a lack of video but WordPress SUCKS when it comes to uploading them.  Get it together WordPress, you are the only service that is this much of a pain in the ass!

Once the participating artists have set up their displays, these now empty rooms will be filled with Art, Handmade Goods, Jewelry, Gifts and other items to delight the eye and treat the senses.

If you are an artist in the surrounding Boise, Idaho area, stop by and see if we might assist you in showcasing your work.  We welcome all kinds of wares, pottery, knitting, woodworking, sculpting and more, a monthly rental fee applies we offer both participating and featured artists space.  (Currently LSoA is not accepting any more Jewelry Designers at this time). 

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

 

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

Five Great Gifts to Give List 19

Good Morning,

Tuesday is here and we have five items from different shops on the Etsy site.

Starting off with a new store on the site.

From: Sheba’s Gems

Large Silver Hoop Earrings with Leaf Charm and Turquoise beads, Minimalist Hoops, Leaf Charm Hoop Earrings, Turquoise and Silver Earrings

Thin minimal hoop earrings in silver and turquoise with beautiful leaf charms. Tribal chic – summer fun – hoop earrings.

The earring will fall approx. 4inches (10cm) from your piercing.

Components:
Silver plated surgical steel earwire 20mm (nickel/lead free)
Thin silver plated hoops 60mm
Silver plated leaf charm 20mm ( 4/5 inches )
Semi precious turquoise seed beads

Gift Wrapped – Estimated time of arrival 5-20 working days to most destinations.

From Sue’s Arts
  
Red Jade beaded bracelet, beaded bracelet, elastic bracelet

Gorgeous, elegant, sparkly and unique red Jade gemstone bracelet.

Bracelet is elastic and is about 7″ in diameter. If you’d like it smaller or bigger just let me know, I don’t charge extra for any adjustments.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

From: Zlala959

green phantom quartz pendant No1315

 

If you want to make jewelry yourself, this item is a very good accessory.

material: green phantom quartz
size:Please see the picture. I put a quarter dollar coin beside the item when I take picture.
color and pattern: please see the picture.
condition: new and never been used.

If you have any questions about shipping, payment and return
policy, please check my shop policies.

From The Button Bird

Vintage Rose Brooch, Gold Flower Pin by Durberry Fifth Avenue

Vintage rose brooch, gold flower pin of beautiful gold tone metal, signed ‘DFA’ by Durberry Fifth Avenue. This brooch is in great vintage condition! It measures about 2 inches long.

Shipping: Jewelry will be wrapped in protective bubble wrap and mailed in a sturdy cardboard shipping box. Tracking is included with shipping cost.

From The Alchemists Vessel
  
Kahleesi Necklace Turquoise Copper and Bronze Set

Fit for any Queen Across the Sea, this gorgeous genuine Turquoise, mixed metal necklace and earring set is sure turn heads of all in the Realm, or at least a few co-workers at the office. Named after a character from the George R. R. Martin books and popular HBO series, Kahleesi is sure to please the biggest fans of *Game of Thrones. Perfect for Cos-Play cons, Fantasy Costuming, SCA events, Steam-punk Fashions, Dressy Occasions, or a night out on the town. This jewelry set is truly fit for Royalty. Matching earrings are included. High Fashion Fabulous or Fantasy Fantastic, you can decide, and your out fit will pop with a little something extra special.

Bronze and copper disks are hand cut, sanded, polished and antiqued for a cohesive design and attached with hand spun matching bronze and copper jump rings. Suspended from antiqued bronze chain and accented with two sizes of genuine Turquoise beads. Disks catch the light and shine complimenting the turquoise beautifully. Completed with a matching Lobster Claw clasp.

Chain is 18″ long including clasp, swag hangs at 20 – 21″

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

*Pearls may be substituted for a fabulous and unique Wedding Jewelry Set.

Free Shipping on this item.

*This item is not affiliated with the HBO Series in any way.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  In hope that you may choose to see what else some of these shops may have to offer.

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

 

Monday’s Move In Update

Good Morning,

I am pleased to announce that of this morning, I will be the proud owner of a key to Little Shop of Artists building.

While our landlord has been kind enough to allow us a two week grace period to get in there tidy and set up, we will be starting out with a smaller group of Vendors than initially planned.  

Currently participating artists include:

Shelly Moody of:
Green Witch Designs – Jewelry and Cool Knitting Accessories
The Mudfipp Photographer – Still, Wildlife Photography

Kat Ogas:
Artist –

Sarah Shannon of:
Wire Witchery – Wire Wrapped Jewelry

Alixandra Browning of:
The Alchemists Vessel – Sterling Silver and Gemstone Jewelry, Chainmaille and Jewelry Classes

We will also have featured and participating artists space available on a first come first serve basis.

We are busy and very excited about the new venture and hope to have more information in the coming days.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Thursday Theme Feature: Spring with Handmade Artists

Good Morning,

Today we feature the theme of the blog ring Spring.  Indeed Spring has sprung, flowers are in bloom, the rain comes and goes, Summer is just around the corner.

The blog ring has changed in that the featured theme runs for two weeks.  Last week I featured the owners of Handmade Artists, The Kitchens.  If you have not checked out that post, treat yourself and do so, lots off cool stuff to look through.

So in theme of Spring here are some things from handmadeartists.com that keep the spring in your step and a smile on your face!

Nothing says Spring like birds in the trees. OK, so these really aren’t in trees… but you get the idea.

From: The Merry Raven
  
Folk Art Birds Kitchen Decor Country Home decor

Product Details:
8X8 matte folk art birds print of a flycatcher on a cream background with  pink border. Perfect for the country home décor, or the kids room décor. Absolutely great in the retro kitchen décor, especially grouped with other of my folk art birds pictures.
This is an 8X8 art print of my original folk art birds work.
This listing is for one unframed print.
The particulars:
In my original folk art wall art, I used a combination of techniques that span the history of illustration, from the oldest, hand printing to modern digital painting, and a few wonderful techniques in between. I am inspired in my birds art by the shapes and colors of nature, and try to capture a little bit of the soul of the beautiful plant and birds that live in my large garden.
This print is an archival digital print of my original work, printed on wonderful archival paper, ready to pop into a standard frame, or mat.
It comes with an acid free backing in a protective sleeve, mailed in a rigid, no bend mailer.
　If you like this print but don’t have a paypal account, please visit my shop at etsy where you may checkout using a credit card.
www.themerryraven.etsy.com

I absolutely, positively MUST introduce you to Micro Pendants.  Rarely do I gush over a shop, but they deserve to be gushed over!  What a clever and fabulous idea, I am completely jealous I didn’t think of this first!  Have a look, they are cool! Yes, this fits with spring, it is green, the color of new leaves.

From: Micro Pendants  

Digits of PI Necklace 

Product Details:
***Use the GRAD20 coupon for an additional 20% off through May 31.
ITEM: PI Pendant Necklace (Digits of PI) – 2mm Leather Cord – Sterling Silver Bail – Hammered Rhodium-Plated Pendant – No Jeweler Loupe
ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS
***Be sure to let us know what Length and Color you want.  Available Leather Colors: Black, Red, Lilac, Pink, Turquoise, and Green. These may vary at certain times. Lengths are 16″, 18″ or 20″. 
This beautiful piece of math jewelry is a PI Pendant Necklace featuring the first 3,456 “right of decimal” Digits of PI.
NOTE: The digits on the PI Pendant are too small to comfortably read with a standard magnifier you might have at home. A loupe with at least 20x magnification is recommended. 
PHOTOS
An image of the PI Digits is provided so you can read the actual text. The sample necklace and pendant photo(s) might contain a different text selection than that stated in the item title. Any blurriness in the closeup photo(s) is only in the photos and not in the actual pendant.
SPECS
-PI Digits Pendant Necklace – 2mm Leather Cord w/Silver Findings (sterling or plated depending on supplies) and Hammered Rhodium-Plated Pewter Pendant
-Silver Jump Ring
-Sterling Silver Bail
-Number of characters is 3,476.
-Pendant Dimensions: Outer (w/o loop): 20mm x 20mm, Inner: 15mm x 15mm.
-Pendant is lead-free and Made in the USA.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
The PI Digit Pendant Necklace and a laminated postcard size version of your PI Digits text selection. We’ll include a couple of colored jump rings as well. If there is something specific you’re looking for, let us know.

Speaking of green and thinking Spring, here is something from my own shop.  These come in a variety of colors and can be made in Sterling Silver or Gold Filled jump rings.  *Please contact the shop for all Sterling Silver and Gold Filled order requests.  925 solid Sterling Silver is also available on a per order basis.

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Ivy Chainmaille and Czech Glass Beaded Bracelet

Product Details:

Subtle, supple, slinky and sensuous, this lovely mini maille bracelet has a hint of green peering through the chain, making a very pretty accessory for any outfit.  Emerald is the must-have color this season, fresh and vibrant, clean and light it evokes thoughts of Spring and Ivy covered trellises in the garden.

8″ long including clasp, sterling silver wire has been hand-spun, cut and linked in two patterns of Round Maille and accented with gorgeous silver lined Czech Glass beads in Emerald.  Completed with a Lobster Claw clasp, may be changed to a spring or toggle clasp at no additional charge.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Customizable in your favorite bead color or may be made to desired length.

Available in Emerald, Black, Ruby (Red), Sapphire (Dk Blue), Aquamarine (Lt. Blue), Amethyst (Light and Dark Purple), Gold, Silver, Copper, Bronze, or Gunmetal color beads.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We encourage you to click through and check out what else is available at these shops.

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

 

Tuesday Treasuries

Good Morning,

I thought trying something a little different might spice things up a bit.

Instead of showcasing five shops and their individual items I thought I would promote gift giving through other people’s eyes.  Below are four Treasuries, collections of items, usually with a theme, that other people have found appealing and put together in a little window.

You may see the individual items in each of the Treasuries or visit the curators’ shops by clicking on the links provided.

Curator: The Alchemists Vessel

Primitive Pretties

Curator: Dreamcatcher Man

My Favorite Native American Inspired Gifts

Curator: Thunder Rose
 
Handmade From The Heart

Curator: Cinful Designs

Be Myself

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  In hope that inspiration may strike and you will click through to have a look see at some of these and other neat collections of items.

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

Caught Couture

Hello there,

Monday has arrived, bright and shiny here in lovely Boise, Idaho.  

Today I would like to share a new piece.  I try, on occasion to bring a sense of whimsy and fun into the pieces I create, and once in a while I find something unique and unusual that fits the description nicely.  The creative process being what it is, I do not always have an immediate use or idea for the odds and ends I tend to acquire.  They may sit around for months until inspiration strikes and the appropriate design is crafted.

This piece took a while, it fought me here and there, insisting that something wasn’t quite right.  So back to the drawing board or bead board as it was… It was while watching an old movie on TV that the idea sprang into my head, and almost demanded that I stop what I was doing to sit at the workbench and work on the piece.  Thankfully I am not so flighty.

Available on either handmadeartists.com or etsy is this Steam-punk Styled Lariat necklace.  

Caught Couture

Chain shown with short tiered look

A play on the words Haute Couture (an item made especially with a specific theme, fit or design, made to order) it is designed as a Lariat, handcuffs, star and key charms adorn one end and maybe centered as a pendant, a second pair of handcuffs is attached to the other end of the chain, and acts as a stop.  This necklace has no clasp and fits easily over the head.  Over all length is 27″, and may be worn two different ways.

Cluster the charms all together and let the necklace hang just below the breast (very Victorian), or adjust by gently pull the handcuffs in a downward motion, repositioning the pendant as a collar with a long lead or to desired length for a tiered look.

Charms shown clustered as a pendant

Created with antiqued bronze chain and charms, the handcuffs do not open.  The star and key lend a law enforcement theme to this cute necklace.  Would make a great accessory those in the branches of Law Enforcement.

Shown here with the drop pulled slightly longer.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  There are lots of other fun and whimsical items as well chainmaille and other fine jewelry selections in the shop.

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

 

Friday News and Things

Good Morning,

There have been some changes here at the Vessel and I would like to briefly discuss those today.

The pages that were created on Google + and connected to my personal profile have been deleted.  There are several reason and mitigating factors as to why, but Ravens Nook, The Alchemists Vessel and The Alchemists Vessel stand alone profile have been removed.  I would like to thank those that took the time to “follow” or added me to circles.  It is appreciated.

The blog will continue as usual.

We have closed the shop Blackbird Metalworks, and will be incorporating the pieces from there to shop sections on the established sites Etsy and Handmade Artists.  I think I just got a little over ambitious, and there is only so much I can do, and stay organized at the same time.

We are currently awaiting a large order and are in hope of producing some new and fun things as soon as the material arrives.

On today’s agenda is trying to find someplace quiet to work.  Some idiot decided that 6:30 a.m. is the perfect time to run power tools.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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