Year's End Announcements

Hello,

The end of 2013 is almost here, and I can hardly believe it has gone by so fast.  This year has brought some milestones for The Alchemists Vessel, and we can't wait to see what 2014 has in store.

The Alchemists Vessel, Blackbird Metalworks, and all of us at Little Shop of Artists would like to thank you for your support and hope you will continue to support us and your local businesses all year long.

Little Shop of Artists -END OF YEAR SALE!


The store will be closed to the public for the month of January as we reorganize, restock, take inventory, and prepare for 2014's events, including shows, markets and fairs.  We hope you will continue to follow this blog for our schedule of activities.

The Alchemists Vessel, Blackbird Metalworks, Tools of Magic and Arachknits will have huge discounts and savings on all jewelry, metaphysical and hand-knit wares in-store.  Come down and save 30 - 50% off you favorite items.

Little Shop of Artists

6713 Fairview Avenue

Boise, ID 83704

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

December, 28th and 29th

TWO DAYS ONLY

Save on all

Sterling Silver and Genuine Gemstone Jewelry by:

The Alchemists Vessel and 

Blackbird Metalworks  

Earrings, Necklaces, Rings and Sets

Metaphysical Items from

Tools of Magic

Crystals, Incense, Jewelry

Hand-knit Items from

Arachknits

Scarves and Muffatees

Don't forget to check out the wonderful selection of Handmade Wire Wrapped Jewelry from

Wire Witchery

Happy Holidays Everyone

Great Gifts To Give List 42

Good Morning,


Tuesday's are usually devoted to five items from around the web that would make great gifts.  

Today, I want to share another type of gift, something you can give to help another in their time of need.  There are lots of worthy charities, causes and other local groups and organizations in your area that are happy to take a donation.

ASPCA
You can make a monetary donation on line (just 60 cents a day can help a dog or cat) or perhaps visit or call your local shelter and ask if there is anything they may need, Pet Food, blankets, toys, perhaps a small monetary donation for things like medicines.  Let's not forget those less fortunate this year.





ONE WARM COAT

This site is geared towards kids, not everyone has a coat to keep them warm, especially children as they grow out of them so fast.  The link will take you to the site map, where, if you wish, you may type in your zip code to find a place to make your own coat donation.  Warm your heart by warming up a child with a coat this year.


Toys For Tots 




From the site link you can make a monetary donation, ask for a toy for a child, or find / host a Toy Drive.

American Red Cross


There are many ways to assist, the link will take you to their "Ways To Help" page and find out how to:
Donate
Fund-raise
Talk / Teach / Host a Class
Volunteer
Get involved with a local group organization.
Every little bit helps.


This last one you'll have to do on your own.  Every once in a while lists are printed, published or put out somewhere for Seniors in Need, this could be anything from a bottle of lotion, to a warm blanket or any small item that may be beyond a Senior's means.  I encourage you to look though your local papers, open the phone book and find a hospice or other Senior Care facility, give them a call, make a note, then choose a Senior or several and purchase those small items that may be needed. It will make you feel good, and you will be giving the Senior a gift of more than just lotion.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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



 

Cyber Monday New Items

Good Morning,

I would like to thank those that stopped by the shop during Shop Small Saturday.

Today is "Cyber Monday", if you would like to shop on line you may find us at these sites:

The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy
The Alchemists Vessel on Handmade Artists

You may also find us on Facebook, and shop directly from the fan page, featuring special deals and discounts only available from the facebook page.  

Shop Directly on Facebook

On the fan / business page, click the box that reads "The Alchemists Vessel" beneath the cover photo.  A new window or screen will load showing all the neat things on the site, and you can purchase them right from Facebook!   How convenient is that?

We also have some neat new items in-store at Little Shop of Artists

New Earrrings

 

Simple, fun fashion, drop / dangle earrings in a variety of colors, styles and accents.  Here are simple glass bead and metal charm earrings.

Sterling Silver plated charms, genuine gemstones and hand-linked chain create these cute pairs, perfect for teens or something whimsical for yourself.

We also have a variety of Asian Motif Hair Stick and Natural Wood Combs, sealed in clear plastic for hygiene's sake, available in colors or neutral tones shone here.  Makes a create vanity decoration and  the hair sticks look great tucked into an up-doo.

Shown: Large Comb with Hair-sticks.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Shop Small Business Saturday Nov 30, 2013

Good Morning,

Tomorrow is Shop Small Business Saturday,  The Alchemists Vessel is pleased and very excited to participate in this year's event.

SHOP SMALL WITH
Little Shop of Artists
6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B (Middle Building)
Boise, ID 83704

We are the second building in the lot, located between Bob's Bicycles and Jerry's State Court Cafe, in the lot with A-1 Video Game Exchange (Their building is in the foreground).  Just West of Liberty on Fairview Avenue, take a left into the lot or just East of N. Cole Road on Fairview, take a right into the lot.  Taco Veloz has great Mexican Food, too!

Shop Small Business Saturday is a great way to get to know those wonderful independent shops that depend on you for their livelihood.  Take a moment from the crowds and stress of those nasty department stores and step into the calm and quiet of Small Business Shopping.  Cozy, comfortable and ready to cater to your gift-giving needs.

PARTICIPATING  VENDORS:

Wire Witchery
Blackbird Metalworks
The Alchemists Vessel 
Photography by Elton Nesselrodt
Arachknits (limited selection of hand knit items)

 

 

LINKS:

Little Shop of Artists

Facebook

Official Website

The Alchemists Vessel

Facebook

Official Website

Etsy

Handmade Artists

I think that is enough pictorial pleading for participation.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Happy Thanksgiving

Good Morning,

Wednesday Wonders

Good Morning,

Today the blog is brief, as my relatives are here for the holiday.

Jewelry Class is a blast.  Two and an half of hours of fun and creativity.  Class is held every Saturday from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m., the goal, to go home with a completed project.  Here we see a sample of some of the jewelry-making supplies / demonstration materials supplied by Little Shop of Artists.

From Left to Right and Back to Front:
Simple Chain and Pendant, samples of bracelets, Chainmaille Necklace Earring Set, Simple Drop Earrings, "Illusion" Necklace and Earring Set.  A variety of tools, pliers, mandrels, findings and a selection of wire.  Yes, we can make jewelry with these items.  (Not shown, components, stones, beads and drops and charms).

Tools, all that is really required is a pair of pliers or two and perhaps a wire cuter and a mandrel, if you wish to wind you own wire for jump rings.

Clockwise from the top: Flat-Nosed pliers, graduated mandrels, Chain-Noses pliers and a straight mandrel in 5mm.

Projects include: Earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and simple techniques are taught.

SPECIAL CLASSES:

December 08, 2013
WIRE WRAPPING
Instructor: Sarah Shannon of Wire Witchery
Project: Bird's Nest Earrings and Pendants
Where: Little Shop of Artists
6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B
Boise, ID 83704
Cost: $40.00
Materials are supplied by the instructor.
Attendees: Bring your creativity and a pair of round-nosed pliers if you have them.  The shop does have a limited number of tools for attendees use.

Shown: Sample Bird's Nest Earrings, created by Sarah Shannon, copper and crystal "pearls".

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Five Great Gifts For Giving List 41

Good Morning,

As usual we have five unique or interesting items from shops around the web.

From Sue's Arts

Natural Leopard Jasper pendant, sterling silver charm, natural stone charm, silver charm, stone pendant

Gorgeously beautiful, elegant, charming one of a kind natural Leopard Jasper pendant with .925 silver.

The ring is the only one I have in size 7.5 as well as the set of earrings which are about 1 5/8" in size.

Chain is 18" long sterling silver.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG


From: Jackie Guttuso Designs

Cardinal art, Original, Christmas art, Cardinal in birch tree collage, Holiday art, Birch tree painting, Winter painting, Cardinal painting

 

This collage of a cardinal in a birch tree is an original, one of a kind piece that I created with acrylic paint on professional grade heavy watercolor paper.

I left it unmatted and unframed so that you can pick out the colors that look best with your decor. Check out the photos above to see what it might look like framed.


From:  Wire Witchery

Jumble Wreath Necklace

This pendent is a designed to look like a Christmas wreath and is made with a random assortment of dyed freshwater pearls, Swarovski Crystals, Calcite, White Rivershell, Apple Green Chrysoprase, quartz, and seed beads to create a lovely jumble of holiday colors.

This item is on sale for a limited time and will not be relisted when it expires. 

From: Amazing Knits

Hand-knit Winter Chunky Scarf Light Green

 A warm, winter scarf, hand-knit. Measures 56 inches long and is made with acrylic, light green yarn.


From The Alchemists Vessel
 Caught Couture Steampunk Style Necklace


Antiqued bronze chain, Handcuffs, star and key charm are combined to create this bold and beautiful lariat style necklace. Terrific for Steampunk Fashions, or something unique and unusual for your jewelry box. Adjustable for three different looks. Wear the charms clustered together like a pendant, or change up the length and position of the chain, by gentle pulling handcuff charm in a downward motion. Adjust to a collar and long lead, or shorter length as shown above.

27" total length, there is no clasp. The chain slips easily over the head and can be adjusted to the desired style. Created with antiqued bronze chain, two pairs of handcuffs, a star and key charms The handcuffs do not open.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.
 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look. 

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

Little Shop of Artists Holiday Schedule of Events

Good Morning,

I think I have posted some sort of schedule already, but as things are want to do, they change.  Today's is a revised and as up to date schedule as possible.

Little Shop of Artists

Our regular Hours of Operation:
*Monday and Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday: By Appointment
Thursday - Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 to 6:00 or 7:00 pm

Little Shop of Artists
6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B
Boise, ID 83704
Located between Bob's Bicycles and Jerry's State Court Cafe, behind A-1 Video Game Exchange, in the lot.
Directions

*Alixandra Browning, owner, proprietor, is also the Contracted Instructor at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores at 1085 N. Milwaukee, in Boise, Monday and Tuesday's are scheduled for teaching Jo-Ann's Brochure Classes.

Saturday, November 23, 2013 - 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Beginning Jewelry Class.  This class will be held every Saturday, save November 30, 2013 for Shop Small Saturday.

Sunday November 24, 2013 - The Parents are arriving from California, the store will be open after 1:00 p.m., I must retrieve them from the Airport.

**We will be closed until Friday November 29, 2013.  We discussed being open Wednesday, November 27, but people want to be with their families, and Thursday November 28 is Thanksgiving.  We will return Friday, November 29, 2013.

Saturday, November 30, 2013, is Shop Small Business Saturday.  We are listed with Shop Small Saturday and included in their lists of places to shop.  We have lovely things on the shelves, framed photographs, jewelry, hand-knit cozy comfy scarves, rings, earrings, and best of all, it is all handmade.  Be the coolest person at Christmas with the best gifts ever!  

Please stop by and support your local artists and businesses.  Wherever you decide to shop, we hope it is with an independent business and not a corporate conglomerate.

Interested in doing a little window shopping?  You may find many of the items in the on-line store at the Shop as well.

The Alchemists Vessel
Wire Witchery

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

New Items at Little Shop of Artists

Good Morning,

We have new items both on line and in the store, just in time for the chilly winter months.

These items are available at handmadeartists.com or at Little Shop of Artists, in the store.

The Alchemists Vessel

Leprechaun

100% Acrylic Yarn, Hand-knit Scarf, 65" long (fingertip length), 7" wide, lush, warm and gorgeous.

Holiday Muffatees - Red and Silver

What's a muffatee?  If you remember your Beatrix Potter, Benjamin Bunny's Mother knit them for a living.  In the Victorian era, central heating did not exist and layering clothing was essential for warmth.  Muffatees, sometimes created from old stockings (socks), are usually a knitted tube, with a hole in the side for your thumb to slip through. Covering the back and palm of the hand, leaving fingers free for tasks.  These are a version of those with variations, the cuffs are ruffled and there are no thumb holes.  Makes for a fabulous pop of color underneath a jacket sleeve.

Camouflage

100% Acrylic Yarn in "Dad's Scarf", by Bernat.  6-1/2" wide x 70" long, this full length is great for him or her or a returning Military member.  Warm, thick and wonderfully squishy this makes a lovely warm accessory for the chilly winter months.

Red Garter Scarf

 Knit with a blouche' yarn, the Garter stitch gives this a lovely texture.  Full length, makes a great wrap-around and adds a lively bit of bright color to those grey November morns.

You may find these items by following the links or stop in Little Shop of Artists and try them on, or just have a look.

Thank you for stopping in this morning.

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

Shop and Studio News

Good Morning,

Today we have a brief look at what's happening in the shop and in the studio.

As many of you know, or are aware, Shop Small Business Saturday is November 30th this year.  Our scheduled Saturday Jewelry Class will be held depending in attendees.   We have some terrific deals in the shop and we hope that you'll stop in and say Hello.

Little Shop of Artist is located:
6713 Fairview Avenue, Suite B
Boise, ID 83704  

*We are located on Google Maps if you would like exact directions to the store.

We are behind A-1 Video Game Exchange in the lot, between Bob's Bicycles and Jerry's State Court Cafe.  A sign sits outside our door when the whether permits and the gate is decorated with bright fabric flowers.  Just East of N. Cole Road, or just West of Liberty on Fairview.

Incentive to stop in and visit?

Captured Color Chainmaille Bracelets in Silver-Plate or Gunmetal and Anodized Aluminum

Now through November 30th and into December for the holidays, Little Shop of Artists is holding a sale.  20% off all in-store items, including, Sterling Silver, Chainmaille and much more.

Every Saturday - 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Basic Jewelry Class
Thursday, November 28, 2013, we will be closed for Thanksgiving.
Saturday November 30, 2013 - Shop Small Business Saturday.
Sunday December 01, 2013, we will be closed for scheduled maintenance.

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 40

Good  Morning,

Today's list comes from some of the shops at handmadeartists.com

An alternative to Etsy and other overwhelming on-line shopping site, pick a category to your left on the home page, scroll through the Highlights or just click around the site and see what beautiful things you might find for your gift giving needs.

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Ivy Chainmaille and Czech Glass Beaded Bracelet

From: Rasmussen Gems and Jewllery, LLC

Hammered Copper Ring

I admit it, I had a hard time posting this one, that poor, poor book!

From Honeysuckle Salvage

Crow Book Origami Crow In Flight Folded Book Art

From: Forked Up Art

Metal Flower Holder Made From Forks

 




From: Pl8links
  
Personalized License Plate Pendant Necklace
 

We would like to encourage you to click through to these wonderful shops and see what they have in the shop for you.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Holiday Hours and Classes at Little Shop of Artists

Good Morning,

Today we have a quick look at the Holiday Schedule and Classes in-store at Little Shop of Artists.

During the Holidays the shop is extending the hours of operation customers and weather permitting.  

Monday - Tuesday: The Shop is closed
Wednesday - By Appointment*
Thursday - Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Every Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. we teach 
Jewelry-Making 101.
Class Cost is $30.00 per person, attendee provides supplies
Cost: $40.00 per person with Shop Supplied Materials

You may find a Suggested Materials List on our Facebook Page, or check the classes tab here for more information.

Saturday November 23rd, we hold our first class.  I am excited.

We also teach Intermediate to Advanced Classes or Specialty Classes.  December's Specialty Class: 
Bird's Nest  Wire Wrapped Earrings and Pendant set.
Materials Provided by Instructor: Sarah Shannon of Wire Witchery
Class Cost: $40.00 for a 2-1/2 session.

All classes are Make and Take.

The Shop will be closed Thursday, November 28th, 2013, Thanksgiving Day.  We would like to encourage you to NOT SHOP on Thursday, spend that time with family, friends, and loved ones.  Everybody deserves a holiday, make sure they get one, and do not shop on Thanksgiving Day.

We will return Friday, November 29, 2013, through the weekend.

I would however like to encourage you to join us for the day on Shop Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2013.  The shop will have some great deals, and now through November 30th, stop in for 10% to 20% discounts on all jewelry in the store, including, Chainmaille, Sterling Silver and Genuine Gemstones, to Wire Witchery's lovely wire wrapped work.

 

You may find us on line at any of the links below.

On The Web

Little Shop  of Artists

The Alchemists Vessel

On-line Shopping

Wire Witchery

The Alchemists Vessel

or - The Alchemists Vessel on Handmade Artists

Social Media

The Alchemists Vessel

Wire Witchery

Little Shop of Artists

Blackbird Metalworks

Follow us on Twitter 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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