In The Studio - New Item Dione / Pandora Style Watch

Good Morning,

Yesterday I was busy running around taking care of errands and other things when I was approached in the jewelry aisle by a woman who was looking for something specific.  Why she thought I was an employee is beyond me, but I did not mind assisting.

As luck would have it, I was wearing a piece of Chain Maille or two, and interested in what I was wearing, she figured I must know about jewelry.  That was some pretty good thinking on her part.

We scoured the aisles looking for what she wanted, unable to find the exact item we had a little consultation and came up with an alternative.  After purchasing the material necessary, we sat down at the entrance and I showed her how to put the item together, and sent her on her merry way to finish up the project, wrap it and get it to where it needed to go.

Intrigued with the idea, although I do not like the Dione / Italian Pandora jewelry (I think it is tacky and ugly), I fiddled around with the idea and came up with this watch.

Pretty in it's own way, it would be wonderful for those that like the big clunky-chunky jewelry look that is so fashionable and popular these days.  From charm bracelets to necklaces, watches and earrings, these are simple and easy to make on your own.  If you can push a thread through a bead, you can make any of the items above with materials from your local craft store.

A Little Shop of Artists exclusive, $40.00.  This watch will not be listed on line.  Special requests are always honored.  Not local?  Give us a call or send us an e-mail and we will be happy to create one for your, or send you this one if you prefer.

askus@littleshopofartists.com

The beads are glass and lined with a metal grommet, adding a little accent to the dark bead.  Matching Pink Rhinestone spacer beads set off the lighter pastel color of the glass, making a lovely sparkly design.  The Rhinestones on the watch face catch the light nicely, the silver tone metal is bright and shiny.

Glass beads are threaded along the metal watch band.  If you get bored with this look, it is an easy thing to change the beads along the length of the band.

Measuring at about 8" this is a great band for those with a wider wrist,the beads do not interfere with the fit and feel rather cool to the touch when worn.

The watch face is very attractive, oval in shape the numbers are easy to read.  The face is small enough to be feminine yet substantial enough to make a lovely focal point.

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 25

Hello,

As usual on Tuesday we select five shops from Etsy or around the web and choose an item from each that we think would make a great gift for you or for your gift giving needs.

The three items below are from a lady with a heart after my own, because they are so cute, a mini-feature is in order.

Nerdvana Mama

Bad Wolf TARDIS purse bag

Ready to ship Doctor Who inspired Tardis purse with bad wolf painted on it. Bag has two small inner pockets. Approx 8x10 inches.

Perfect size for an iPad.

As you can see, this purse does have a few minor flaws, so I am selling it for 20, rather than the normal price. 

  

Star Wars Crayon Bag

 

Star Wars crayon bag, holds at least 4 coloring books. Has front pockets for crayons, markers, pencils, etc. Could also be used as a bag for an ipad or mini portable pc.  

Monty Python Shrubbery necklace

This is an adorable charm hung on a black cord necklace.

The charm says, "bring me a shrubbery," and has a picture of a potted bush. It is approximately one half inch tall. 

From Decor Pillow

Anatolian Turkish Kilim Rug Carpet 81.8" x 27.1"

Turkish handwoven wool Kilim Rug Carpet
All units Naturally Dyed Rug weaving is extended,
Washed and clean (dry clean Preferiable)
Excellent Condition, ready-Length,81.8 " x 27.1" (208 cm x 69 cm) TURKISH POST TRACKING NUMBER BY INFORM WORLDWIDE SHIPPING! USA, Australia and CANADA SHIPPING WORLDWIDE SHIPPING DHL EXPRESS SHIPPING WITH THE REST OF TURKISH POST (please contact us for shipping costs!) AND RETURN, 14 day money back, buyer pays return shipping! 

From Sue's Arts

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Beautiful, elegant and charming brooch in antique bronze.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS ALWAYS WELCOME

Suzan  


Thank you for stopping in and having a look, perhaps you will continue through to the shops and see what else is available.

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

News of the Shop - Arrangement and Photos

Happy Monday,

I hope one and all had a relaxing and restful weekend.  I spent the weekend in the shop, working, which is fun and not so fun all at the same time.

Assistance is never to be balked at, and I certainly appreciate it when it is available.  Holding things and making sure things are level and what not from a distance is most useful, because then I do not have to do things twice.

There are more shelves up, which makes more room for more artists to come and display their wares I am thrilled with the way things are coming together and an am looking forward to expanding the items on display as well as our customer base.

  Once we have things a little more organized and our participating artists are settled, Tuesday and Wednesday will be devoted to classes, Knitting, Jewelry, including Chain Maille (taught by Alixandra Browning), and Wire Wrapping (taught by Sarah Shannon of Wire Witchery) or other craft projects may be taught.  Our Schedule of Classes may be found by visiting the website www.littleshopofartists.com.

If you're are artist and would like to display your wares we have plenty of space to do so and are happy to work with you to accommodate your items, whether it be a table of your own or shelf space we can certainly find a place for your works of art in any style.  Textiles, Clothing, Accessories, Sculpture, Paintings, Photography, we would like to share and display it all.  Rental fee applies.

Shop Front
 

Classroom / Shop Area

Wire Witchery's Items

Muddfip Photographer

Studio RGC: Twisted Little Things

Little Shop of Artists

6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B

Boise, ID  83704

askus@littleshopofartists.com

Thank you for stopping in and having a look, we would like to hope you will also stop in the shop and have a look.

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

Random Wanderings

Good Morning,

Happy Friday one and all.

Today the blog is brief with a quick update on the store, our schedule, and weekend festivities here in Boise.

The Shop is closed today, meeting with another artist in Meridian, a little town just outside of Boise, about thirty minutes up the road.  We we also be taking measurements today and running errands to purchase those things I am missing n order to complete the shelf installation at the shop.

Little Shop of Artists is locally owned and operated, everything in the store is handmade and crafted here in Idaho by talented artisans from all walks of life.  Why buy something off the rack when you can find unique beautiful and amazing things right in your own backyard, well down the block from your own backyard...  We are located at 6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B, Boise ID, behind A-1 Video Game Exchange.

Also this weekend is the Boise Music Festival.

From 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Idaho Expo (that's the Fair Grounds).
I can't really suggest this as an outing for many reasons, but if you're looking for some fun in the sun it is something to do.  If you're going stop by The Delphi Oracles Booth and have your Palm or Cards read.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Wednesday News and Demonstration Listing

Good Morning, 

The blog ring is on hiatus again, and I have fallen behind with this last post.  Last week, Pam of A Bead Thing was featured, if you missed that, please feel free to roll back to the post and see what she doesn't have on offer in her shop on handmadeartists.com

The first week at Little Shop of Artists was interesting.

Today I am in the garage painting more shelves, installing them and preparing to open the store tomorrow through the weekend.

If you're in the Boise area stop on by and say Hello, see what's on the shelves.  If you're an artists we have plenty of room for more displays for more items.  Come on down and check out the interior and see of we can't find a spot for you.

In the Shop Demonstrations:

Captured Inverted Round Weave Chain Maille

Silver Plated and Anodized Aluminum rings make this pretty and interesting bracelet.  Alixandra of The Alchemists Vessel will be demonstrating the weave Thursday - Sunday at the shop.

We hope that you may find some time in your busy schedule to come down and visit.

Thank you for having a look.

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

Five Great Gifts To Give List 24

Good Morning,

In the hustle and bustle of opening the shop I have been remiss in getting the blog out there.  This week I will be playing catch up, expect two features and perhaps a random something or other as well.

Today we jump right back into the gifts for giving suggestions.   We have some old favorites and a new shop or two.  I am excited to showcase these wonderful items today.  Somewhere along the way I have lost count, I beleive Number 24 is correct.

From: Gloves By Jana

Ivory Wedding gloves bridal gloves lace gloves fingerless gloves ivory gloves guantes french lace silver frame gloves free ship

Elegant ivory lace bridal gloves silver frame

Wanting to feel yourself unique for you

Each custom-made suitable

I am sending the post office.

arrival time 2 - 3 week

Thank you for visiting my shop

Gloves By Jana


From: Decor Pillow

Modern Bohemian Home Decor,Turkish Kilim Pillow Cover 19.6" x 19.6"

Turkısh handwoven kılım pıllow
SİZE :19.6" X 19.6" (50CM X 50 CM )
This listing is for a pillow cover without insert or filler

Shipping by turkish post with tracking number

Worldwide Free shipping 

I also enjoy promoting someone that does good works out in the world and I am most pleased to feature these gorgeous Handmade Earrings with benefits.

From:  Butterfly Sundries

OOAK Handmade Copper Wire Lotus Earrings with Glass Drops - Supports YWCA of Kitsap County

What makes you think of hope, strength, beauty and the ability to overcome difficult circumstances? For me, the images which come to mind are of lotus flowers.

These beautiful earrings were inspired by those women who have the courage to, despite difficult circumstance, look within themselves to find their own strength and beauty... who discover their ability to embrace their power to stand up for their hopes, even in the ugliest of situations.

This is a Butterfly Sundries original design, straight out of my own sketchbook; you won't find this earring set elsewhere! They were designed to match the lotus pendant, seen in the last picture of this listing (not included in this listing; you must purchase it separately)!

Made from 22g copper wire, all the petals on these earrings have been made with a single piece of wire. A wire connection is then made to allow for the "water" (glass bead) droplet to hang below the wire lotus. You get to choose the color of the drop! Hung from handmade 22g copper earring wires, all the connections are handmade.

Copper does, of course, over time develop an attractive patina. This is part of the beauty of the material. Expect the beautiful patina to develop over time.

The earrings measure at about 1.5 inches, from the base of the earring hook; their width is about 1 inch.

From beginning to end, these earrings are handmade with love... with all the attention you deserve!

*Please note* Because these earrings are completely handmade, and made to order, please expect slight variations. The earrings you see pictured above are one sample of the design. The earrings you receive, while the same design, may differ slightly in the leaf shape.

This item comes with a FREE white gift box, for your gift-giving pleasure!

This item gives more! Because this item was inspired by YWCA of Kitsap County, one of my former Featured Charities, a portion of the proceeds still goes to support that program IN ADDITION TO the 10% which goes to the current Featured Charity. Wow; what an opportunity to support two charities with your purchase!

*Pre-fabricated niobium ear wires are also available for those with metal allergies. If you would like this modification (please be aware the ear wires will not exactly match the color of the copper) please add the niobium ear wires to your order; they are listed in the "Customization" section of my shop found here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ButterflySundries?section_id=13414025.

*Wish you could order this item in gold or silver? You can! I love this design and would be happy to discuss a custom order for you! Just send me a message with your preferred metal, we can work out the details, and I'll be happy to create a custom listing for you. :)

If you like these earrings, you might also love the matching pendant/necklace! You can find it here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/121256742/ooak-handmade-copper-wire-lotus-pendant


From:  I Paint It Pretty

Cactus Margarita Glasses With Painted Flowers

This is a set of two 16 ounce margarita glasses. The stem of each glass is a bright green cactus. Each glass has been hand painted with three bright flowers in red, yellow, and pink. The flowers have little dashes of accent color. Green leaves with a touch of shimmer make these glasses sparkle. These would be a fun and unique housewarming or shower gift. Or have a little fun and treat yourself. Remember, it's 5:00 somewhere.

These glasses 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 the paint states 'top rack dishwasher safe', I would highly suggest gentle hand wash, just as you would any other special piece you may have.

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

Thanks for taking a look. Check back as I add items as I complete them. 

From: Sue's Arts
  
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Beautiful musical note charms necklace in antique.

Note is about 11/4" and chain about 18" and can be adjusted per request at no extra charge.

Delivered in a gift bag

Custom orders welcome

Suzan ♥ 


Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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