Monday Means New Jewelry

Hello,

Monday brings me once again to the new goodies listed in the shop. 

A new Watch is available, two necklaces of opposite sides, colorful bottles and new bracelets.  Some of the items are only available on the handmade artists site.

On both sites you may find

Hour Glass Chainmaille and Czech Glass Beaded Wrist Watch

Description: Time keeps on ticking and this lovely timepiece will make sure you can count your grains of sand more easily. Perfect for the office or a night out on the town, or that casual outfit that could use a little jazzing up. Adorned with a Swarovski Crystal Heart charm for extra shine!

8-1/2' total length. Stainless steel watch face is 26mm, the safety tab remains in place to save the battery. Band is created with hand-spun, beaded and linked silver--plated wire jump rings and woven in the Full Persian Chaimaille pattern. Accented with Silver-lined Crystal Czech Glass beads and a accented with an adorable Swarovski Crystal Heart charm. Finished with a locking (screw down) magnetic barrel clasp for a secure fit.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Customizable to wrist size. Please include wrist circumference in inches when ordering.

Also available in Red, Pink and Purple. 

Available here as well.  Hour Glass

Exclusively on Handmadeartists.com, are these super simple and very pretty Memory Wire Bracelets, created with sparkly glass bi-cone beads in a variety of colors.

Rainbow Memory Wire Wrap Bracelet

 Lights Out

Wrath of Grapes

Skyline

 Also only on Handmade Artists at The Alchemists Vessel, colorful pendants of hand-dyed rice grains in a bottle.  Rice has been a symbol of abundance, plenty, and luck for generations.  Invite abundance into your life with one of these cute necklaces.

Joy 

Prosperity

 Plum Good

Abundance 

Last are two necklaces that may look the same but have subtle differences.  The wings are Left and Right sided, one is available with a Hematite Czech Glass bead the other with a Ruby Red one.  Both may be found in the Ravens Nook shop seciton of T. A. V. on Etsy.

Pendant - Black Wing with Hematite Glass Bead

Description:  Mysterious, Gothic and shiny, this pendant is just right for a night out on the town, or a fun accessory for any occasion. One of two, the fashionable feathers are perfect for Rocker, Biker or your favorite Goth!

Black metal wing is set with clear and black Rhinestones, and suspended from a matching gunmetal chain, interrupted by a single Czech glass bead in Hematite. Finished with a Lobster Claw clasp.

Chain measures 18", pendant is 2-12/" long.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

Pendant - Black Wing with Red Czech Glass Bead Necklace

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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



  

New Items and a Word or Two About Change

Good Morning,

Monday is here and the workweek begins.

This morning, I have one new item to share with you.
 
Today we will be doing things a bit differently.  Etsy, in its infinite stupidity has managed to destroy my on-line business in one fell swoop.  Long gone are the fabulous handmade artists shops and fun shopping experience.  Now you are lost in a sea of manufactured $2.00 garbage and crap made in China.  You might as well be shopping at Walmart.

I still offer the Etsy shop, as well as another Venue that isn't new, but is more intimate and truly devoted to the handmade artisan and their work.

Beaded Chainmaille Bracelet (Etsy)

Full Persian Weave and Czech Glass Bead Bracelet

You can also find this same item listed at handmadeartist.com, by following this link Ants Chainmaille and Czech Glass Bead Bracelet.  There are several other items listed there as I am still building the Shop, but eventually this will be the only place to shop with me on-line, besides the official website.

The Alchemists Vessel official website will also be going through some changes, we will include individual items for purchase as well as implementing new sections and removing others to offer customers and students a more cohesive site.  Please bear with us as we remodel!  The site is up and running now, stop by and see if there isn't something we can do for you today!

Last bit of news which I may have already talked about, but being busy may have forgotten.  Mind like a steel sieve.  I will be opening a Brick and Mortar location in the next several months.  I have a location that just kind of fell into my lap, (Thank You Michelle and Fred Deller of A-1 Video, Boise), and am looking for more artists to fill the space available.  Looking for Painters, Ceramic Artists, Wood Carvers, Sculptors.  Know an artist looking for a physical venue to showcase their work?  Direct them my way!  So there is no confusion, this is a PAID Participation, artist will pay a set price for their "Booth Space" within the shop and all monies in regards to sales are theirs to keep.  Artists may work their booth, or leave it in shop as there will be an On-Duty-Sales-Person at all times! (Me).  More details will be coming soon.

Participating Artists:
The Alchemists Vessel - Chainmaille and Gemstone Jewelry
Green Witch Designs - Jewelry - Knitting Goodies
Wire Witchery - Wire Wrapped Jewelry
Dreathen Leathers - Gorgeous Masks and leather accessories
Mudfipp Photography - Photographic Prints and more

I am in hope of many more participants!  On a sad note, I will not be taking anymore Jewelry Artisans.  As it happens people come and go and this may change.

Space permitting we will also be holding classes at the new store, and engaging other fun and entertaining alternatives for your gift giving needs!

Thank you for stopping in and having a read.

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

New Items At The Alcemist Vessel

Good Monday Morning to you,

Today there are three new items to look at in the shop, and one encore upon request, more should be coming this week and next as we gear up for the Holiday Season.  Custom orders are always welcome.  We like questions, if you have one we will do our best to answer it for you, and provide that special gift you've been looking for.

Sterling Silver and Genuine Turquoise Hand Stamped Cross

Description: 21" total length, the Sterling Silver cross is 1 x 3/4" at widest point, this pretty little cross is hand forged from start to finish. Cut from a Sterling Silver sheet and hand stamped with an arrow like design for a Southwestern appeal. Hand cleaned and polished. Some of the tool marks are visible on the back along with the "Sterling" mark. Hand set with a genuine Turquoise cabochon and matching beads along the chain.

The chain is Sterling Silver 1.5mm Fine Figaro pattern and finished with a Sterling Silver Lobster Claw Clasp.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.


Wish Bead Hematite and Sterling Silver Necklace

Description: Single bead chains were called "Wish Necklaces" when I was a girl. When the clasp reached the front of the chain, and touched the bead, you moved the clasp back and made a wish as you did so. Reminiscent of those more innocent days is this simple and barely there necklace that is just right with everything. Tailored enough for the office, chic enough for Date Night, or a simple and understand chain for a casual outing.

18" long, Sterling Silver 1.0mm thread-like chain, clasp and wire jump rings hold a single high sheen genuine Hematite bead. [This bead is not magnetic]. Hematite gets its name from the red rust like inclusions it has before it is polished to the beautiful steel blue finish, it can also be a red color when found in drier areas.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving. 


Rose Quartz Riot - Bracelet, Earrings and Necklace Set

Description: Beautiful genuine Rose Quartz (not dyed) is carved into donuts accentuating their fabulous pastel pink color and crystalline variations. Perfect for that feminine touch you've been looking for, strong enough for the office, girlie enough for dress-up.

Necklace: 18" total length, Black Velvet ribbon has a Lobster Claw Clasp and safety chain attachment, that may also be used to lengthen the piece. A genuine Rose Quartz donut is suspended from a Silver plated bail. 

Earrings: A single Rose Quartz donut hangs from Silver plated jump rings and ear wires, matching the bracelet nicely.

Bracelet: 8" total length, seven (7) Rose Quartz donuts are linked together with silver plated jump rings and a magnetic clasp holds the piece together and makes for easy on / off. The bracelet may be made up to 1-1/2" longer with the addition of two more donuts.

This set arrives boxed, and ready for gift giving. 

Encore:

Lady's Lace Chainmaille Collar Silver Plate with Amethyst Czech Glass Beads Necklace

Description: 15-1/2' This sensational chain is as lovely plain as it is or with accents of semi-precious gemstones or Czech Glass beads. Shown here with Amethyst Silver line Czech glass beads, this simple pattern is strikingly attractive and just begging to be worn with that little black dress! Comes in two sizes, Small as above and a large statement necklace that is just gorgeous! Comes in a variety of Birthstone colors, or we can make one match your favorite outfit.

Customizable and Sizable, can be made to desired length or have additional beads or gemstones added to personalize it.

Please contact us for custom orders and a complete list of materials, and we'll create a special listing just for you. Have something special in mind?  Convo us via this listing and we'll design a piece for you! Available in Bracelets, too!

Silver plated wire is hand-coiled and cut in to jump rings, beaded and linked together, the piece finished with a matching Silver Plated Toggle clasp. 

Arrives boxed, and ready for gift giving.


Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Shop New Items

Monday is here once again.

Today we have a short look at a couple of new items in the shop, and a new chainmaille weave.  The Japanese 6-in-1 Pattern.  Triangles, flowers, and lengths for bracelets or collars may be made from this pattern.

This pattern uses six jump rings per unit (6-in-1), two (2) larger rings are layered or stacked one on top of another and linked together with four (4) additional jump rings of a smaller diameter.   This make a very pretty and versatile geometric pattern, from triangles and diamonds, to flower shapes.

Available in Gold Tone, Silver Plated, Nickel, Antiqued Copper and Bronze or Bright Copper and Jewelers Bronze (Merlin's Gold) metals.  *Special requests include, Aluminum, Stainless Steel or Precious Metals Sterling Silver, Rolled Gold or Vermeil (18 to 24 kt Gold plated over Sterling Silver).

Hi Ho Silver Chainmaille and Glass Bead Earrings

Description: Light weight, large enough to be seen easily and the glass beads sparkle and shine in the light. Rocker, Goth, Medieval or Steampunk, these are appropriate for all genres of costumes or just for fun at the office or date night.

Woven in the Japanese 6-in-1 pattern, the rings form a triangle and maintain their shape when worn.

Nickle wire is hand woven and cut, the jump rings are then linked, and head pins and ear wires are added, along with accent glass bi-cone beads in a lovely antiqued silver finish.

Daring - Silver Plated and Black Glass Bead Chainmaille Earrings

Description: A little larger than a quarter, these fresh and cute chainmaille earrings are fun and feminine. Just right for dressing up a casual out fit of jeans and a t-shirt, or for a pop of color at the office. Black bi-cone glass beads drop from the rings in a chandelier accent. Light weight, can be worn all day.

Silver plated wire is hand spun, cut and linked into the Japanese 
6-in-1 pattern forming a flower like shape and accented with a variety of glass bead shapes and colors or gemstones in stock. The earrings maintain the shape when worn.

 Lavender Glass Beads                             Green Jasper (Australian)

A completely new item!  Stainless Steel Watch face and Full Persian Weave Wrist Watch for the ladies!


Night Time

Description: This is a fun, fetching and fabulous One of A Kind Time-piece. Accented with Black Glass Silver lined Czech Glass. Tailored enough for the office, cool enough for Friday Night at the club.

7" in length, this fits snugly! The Stainless Steel watch face was purchased from a Craft Store, the Nickle wire has been hand spun, cut and linked in to the Full Persian Chainmaille weave pattern for the strap Black Czech Glass beads compliment the watch face and walk across the surface of the strap (chain). Durable and light weight enough to wear all day! Finished with a Lobster Claw Clasp (may be changed to Toggle or Spring Clasp upon request).




NEWS:  A brief note on about the wesite Delicious.  They are changing their format, along with everything else.  Users will no longer be able to create "Stacks" and all existing stacks will be converted into the new site's format of tags.  Since this new change has not occured yet, I do not know what this means for my own account, other than the current stacks will be tags.  We will wait and see what happens when the new look is launched in August 
(no date was given).

MORE INFORMATION

Introducing the Delicious-Facebook Connector

We know finding links you've shared on Facebook can be a pain, which is why we're thrilled to announce the introduction of our new Facebook Connector for Delicious! Much like the Twitter Connector we rolled out in March, our new connector imports every link you've ever shared on your wall, and can even maintain the original privacy settings given to your links on Facebook!  The Facebook Connector can be found on the sources page of your account settings. We can't wait for you guys to try it out.

Consolidating Tags and Stacks

We introduced stacks last year as a visually rich way to think about your links and we've been blown away by the amazing content you've created. But given the upcoming launch of new products from Delicious' parent company, AVOS, and our focus on simplifying the Delicious site, we realized the value of stacks is limited for our users moving forward.

For this reason, we've decided to simplify how users organize links on Delicious by consolidating stacks into tags. Users will no longer be able to create stacks on Delicious starting in early August, 2012.

So what does this mean for existing stacks?

●      You will not lose your links.

●      All stacks will be converted automatically into tags. Stack titles will transition into new tag names, and will be applied to all links currently in a stack.

●      Stack-specific descriptions, categories, comments, link order, and stack followers will not be included as part of the migration.

●      Your existing links, tags, and notes outside of stacks will not be affected.

●      More details on the conversion process are available on our blog.

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.


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


Watch this blog on Wednesday for a tutorial video!

New Items In The Shop? Yes, Indeed!

Hello Monday Morning!

The week begins with a bright and shiny day in store for us at The Alchemists Vessel.

Today we have a new chain to show you in two sizes, it comes in four styles and may be special ordered to desired length, metal of choice with added Gemstones or Czech Glass beads.

This is a very pretty weave, here its laid out horizontally to show size difference.  

Top: Small version Silver Plated wire hand-spun in to jump rings.

Bottom: Large version Gunmetal Jewelry wire, hand-spun in to jump rings.

Somewhat like the lacier-look European 4-in-1 weave, this is more of a closed weave, but still light weight and feminine.  Small is 15-1/2" long and the Large is 17-3/4" in length, they rest flat against the throat, and shine in the light.  Each chain is finished with a matching toggle clasp.

This weave tends to resemble a "Fish bone"  or Herringbone pattern.  Serpentine in appearance, the chain is supple, strong and sensational alone or when accented with semi-precious gemstones or Czech Glass beads.  Shown here in the smallest version, Silver plated wire and unadorned.

Here is the same pattern in the larger scale, accented with drops of jump rings.  Beads may be added to these, or left as it is for more monochromatic look.  The rings may be removed and replaced with Semi-precious Gemstone drops.

Here is the small version, accented with Amethyst Czech Glass Silver Lined Beads.  We have a variety of colors to choose from, if we don't have your favorite, we can make it!  Would make a great Birthday gift in a Genuine Semi-precious Gemstone bead, or Czech Glass color to match.

This may also be woven to bracelet length, usually about 7" to 7-1/2" long for women.  Also available in Antiqued and Bright Copper,  Antiqued Bronze and "Merlin's Gold" (aka Jeweler's Bronze), Nickle, and Plated Copper Jewelry Wire, also available in Precious Metal choices.  Please contact us to discuss your custom order.

These pieces are of course available at The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy,  handmadeartists.com, Facebook Fan Page (you can shop directly from that page as well.  Click on "Etsy Theme Shop" or "The Alchemists Vessel" buttons, under the cover photo!  They'll take you to pages that have special deals, and you don't even have to log out of face book.  That's super convenient! You can find these links on the right hand Menu as well.

A gentle reminder:  ROCK STARS in the shop are going, going, GONE on Wednesday, May, 9th.  A Limited Edition now only $7.50 to $10.00 a pair.  This special offer will soon be gone forever!  Hurry and get your favorite!

Sterling Silver and Genuine Peridot Earrings.  Sterling Silver Star Charms have a Brushed finish.

Available in a variety of Birthstone and other Semi-precious Gemstone selections.

A note about the website http://alchemistsvessel.net.  We are in the process of revamping the site, just a little and it will be up and running again soon.  Thank you for your patience.

Thank you for stopping by.  The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Five Great Gifts To Give - SPECIAL OFFER For Blog Readers

Although Tuesday is reserved for five great gifts to give, with the new Blogger set up, it wasn't working, but now that I have figured it out I am pleased to present this weeks List of Gifts.  We have a returning shop a couple of new ones and something from my own shop as well.

Check out the Lego Minifigure Flash Drives from Just Jest, they have a SPECIAL OFFER for Blog readers, good through May 31st.  Get your favorite before its gone!

From returning Shop: SuesArts

Large Butterfly Ring

Description: SOLD SEPARATELY - SILVER OR COPPER

Gorgeously large adjustable butterfly ring with acrylic flower.

Next from Julie Ellyn Designs

New - Chloe Earrings, Antiqued Brass Round Embossed Earrings with Sterling Silver 

Description:  NEW - Chloe Earrings

New to my collection, the Chloe Earrings bring soft beauty with embossed floral bouquet. 20 mm round antiqued brass drops hang from sterling silver earwires. Simply gorgeous.

Description: Antique silver plated brass drops 14 mm round, sterling silver earwires. Earrings measure 1 1/2" from top of earwires.

Mother's Day is almost here, how about a nice picture of you in a pretty frame.

From  CutenCrafty Designs

Custom Photo Frame - Limited Edition Mom Is Love

Description: This frame is 5x5 Black matted 3x3 made in a soft yellow flower bazzill cardstock embellished with roses, glittered words and a short poem written by me. All writing is copyrighted and not permitted for use.

Mom
You are a vision of Life
You are a vision of Hope
But most of all
You are a vision of Love 

From Just Jest, a personal favorite, you can find them on Facebook too.  Give the page a Like, won't you?  I admit it, I just love these.  They are so cute and clever and I want one, nay, I must have one!  They come in a variety of themes, Super Heroes, Villains, Harry Potter, Star Wars and more.

SPECIAL OFFER ITEM:

Now through May 31st, enter the code Alchemists7 at check out and receive 7% off your purchase.


From Just Jest

4GB Evil Dwarf USB Lego Minifigure Flash Drive with Key Chain

Description:  4GB Evil Dwarf Lego Minifigure Flash Drive.

Also available in 8GB for an additional cost.

Measurements Approximate:
Height: 1.60" Width: .85" for Lego Figure
Height: 4.50" Width: .85" with Key Chain

Flash drive and key chain in one.
Also comes with battle axe and shield accessory.
Original USB cap is included.

 (Author's Note: Aren't those just the coolest things!)

From The Alchemist Vessel

Phoenix Fire Chainmaille Choker - Silver Plate and Red Czech Class Bead Set

Description: 16"-1/2" long. This chain is absolutely firey! Silver Plated wire and Red Silver Lined Czech Glass beads are the focus of this stunning Half-Persian 3-in-1 Weave chain! Eye-catching, accentuating the decolletage beautifully. Perfect for January or July Birthdays. This necklace is sensational when worn.  Matching earrings included.

Thank you for stopping and having a look.  The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant end to the work week.

 

Party and Prom Parures - New in the Shop

Happy Monday to all!

I would like to once again thank Terry for handling the blog posts and the internet responsibilities while I was doing other things that required my attention.  She did a fabulous job and I appreciate it.

It is that time of year, parties, picnics and proms are right around the corner and The Alchemists Vessel has some absolutely beautiful accessories to punch up the punch bowl patron's attire, or have them swooning at that Summer soiree.  No Prom attendee should go dancing without a gorgeous parure fit for the Prom Queen in a matching or contrasting color of her dress, or perhaps to match her date's dashing accents of color, tie and cummerbund.

These are created with the Half-Persian 3-in-1 Chain Maille weave, in choker (14" - 15"), collar (16"), and necklace (up to 18") lengths that drape the decolletage and accentuate the lovely curve of throat and shoulders.

The choker below, dubbed Phoenix Phire, is full of passion in that just right fiery red that looks stunning on everybody!  The beads glow with an inner warmth and sparkle of their own, absolutely outstanding when worn.  The chain is crafted from Silver Plated wire, and red Silver Lined Czech glass beads.  This item may be found on Etsy by following the link above.  It comes with matching earrings, arrives boxed, ready for gift giving. 

Would make a stunning and attractive present for a January or July birthday.

Here we see it in Sapphire Czech Glass beads, labeled "Luster" these shine and gleam in any light and are a wonderful deep blue color.

Upon the recommendation of a fellow Shop Owner, I tried different backgrounds while taking photos, and wouldn't you know it!  My memory card winds up full after only three photos of this stunning beauty.  I think the garden lion statue is a no go, but for the blog, it is fun and an interesting segue to the usual tailored gray board I use.

I do love this color!  Would make a wonderful September Birthstone alternative.

After new batteries and background change, we have a couple of more photos for you. 

Matching Earrings are included.

 Emerald Czech Glass Beads and Silver Plated wire are used to create this version of the choker.  14" long, the makes a nice band just above the decolletage around the throat.

Earrings too!

Also available in Amethyst (aurora borealis finish), Aquamarine, Silver lined Black, Matte Black, Crystal Blue lined, and Pink beads.  More colors are available, we are awaiting shipment!

Don't forget, custom work is available!  Convo us using the Etsy Shop's contact link, send us an e-mail, check us out on Facebook, find us on Google + leave a comment here.  We'd love to hear from you!  (Even if you're not placing an order).

Thank you for stopping by.  We would like to wish you a pleasant and enjoyable week!

**REMEMBER:  Metal is heavy, and even though these are light and lacy in appearance, adding additional rings and glass beads will add weight to the piece.  18" is long enough to hang below a collar, but not too heavy as to feel like you are wearing armor (which you are, by the way).  I would also like to mention that in no way will these delicate jewelry pieces protect you from anything, bullets, knives, sharp, or dull sticks, and Cupid's arrows included!

In My Studio - Charms and Parts

This morning I would like to share some the cool components I use in crafting and creating.  Some are purchased from a local supplier here in town, others were purchased from Pims Supplies on Etsy.  With the market coming up this weekend, production has been put on hold in favor of packing and preparing for the Public!  We have things in the works at the Vessel, never fear!

We have some new Brass components in the studio. Never be afraid to shop your local stores for unique and interesting finds like this brass Octopus Locket with a magnetic closure.  We have several new items with a sea theme.

Some of the cutest charms I have seen for jewelry in a long time are these brass Filigree or latticed Fish / Dolphin charms.  For the Earring Pair "Fishing Gear", soon to be available on Etsy, these were purchased from Pims Supplies.  Her shop has wonderful things!  Give it a look see!

Requested by a friend for a Frog Bracelet, I have found these adorable Sterling Silver Plated Frog Prince charms, and you just know I bought a lot more than one design!  A local supply store find!  Soon to be available in the shop charm bracelets, earrings and perhaps a necklace or two with Swans, and Dragons, and Airplanes, and Frog Princes!

Last but not least in an effort to continue to bring new things to the shop, The Alchemists Vessel will be offering custom Chain Maille watch bands and complete Watches.  First up to be chained will be this one, a Unisex style square watch face.  Stainless Steel with a fresh new battery.

Just a gentle reminder, the Market is this weekend!  5610 Chinden Blvd., at the Fair Grounds, Expo Idaho Building!  Admission is $2.00 at the door, and there are lots of cool booths to check out and shop!