Five Great Gifts To Give: Oh Heart, Be Still

Good Morning,

As Valentine's Day is right around the corner, I thought I would share five unique and handmade gifts in celebration of the occasion.


From: Moon River Vintiques

Heart Shaped Mirror, Vintage Rustic Wood Frame, Naturally Distressed Aged, Antique Crystal Prism, Lace Fabric Hanging, Valentine Gift

 Heart Shaped Mirror, Shabby Chic, Vintage Rustic Wood Frame, Naturally Distressed Aged, Antique Crystal Prism, Lace Fabric Hanging, Valentine Gift

Authentic vintage mirror with a shabby chic flare. Naturally aged, weathered wood frame is still solid and sturdy. Mirror has a few small aged imperfections.

Sweetly accented with authentic crystal prism (octagon with teardrop), sound studded rhinestone, and lace fabric hanger.
Frame is approximately 6 inches tall and 7 inches wide.
Prisms (measured together) hang approximately 2 1/4 inches below frame - prisms also have very slight imperfections due to their age but are in very good condition.

Lovely and unique Valentine's Day gift idea!

Thank you for visiting Moon River Vintiques on Etsy.

 

From: Paradise Findings 

Sword Necklace, Medieval SWORD And SCABBARD, Unique, Wonderful Detailing, Blood Droplet Dangle, USA Shipping, Not a Toy, Sharp

 Sword Necklace, Unique, Custom Made

A Medieval Sword with Scabbard necklace. This realistic sword has gorgeous detailing in the metal scabbard and sword, lovely design. The sword is held tight within it's scabbard with a friction fit. Being very active and lots of movement the sword could actually depart from the scarab, wearing as a decorative piece of jewelry the friction fit works nicely. I do have another option with chain attached to sword and scabbard (safety chain) both accented with the glass blood drop that dangles from the scabbard, nice eye catching effect.

Choice of the Blood Droplet Dangle...Added or Not Added
Note: (with no safety chain or dangle my scabbard is drilled so there will be the existing hole, will send with ring for you to add an addition or remove if not needed.)

The chain is a quality light gunmetal color, nice match to the sword pendant.

Sword and Scabbard pendant measures 4" by 1 1/8"
Chain measures 30". If wanting a Shorter Chain please leave message when checking out.

***By purchasing this item, buyer assumes responsibility to comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws & regulation; buyer expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Paradise Findings, for all claims resulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, ownership, sale of or use of this item.

 

From: River Luna

Moon Wolf Painting - Watercolor Illustration Art - Archival Print - Lunar Wolf Xavier

 This is an Archival Print of my original watercolor painting, "Lunar Wolf Xavier"
Xavier is a Lunar Wolf who runs with a wild heart and is guided by the moon.

Signed on the front
Available in 8"x10", 11"x14" and 16"x20"

My prints are high quality, archival and professionally printed with Epson pigment inks, which do not fade or yellow for 200 years. Printed on a heavy weight and beautifully textured paper, archival and acid free.

All art is safely packaged in a protective sleeve with sturdy backing to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition. Shipped through USPS first class mail with tracking and delivery confirmation. Large prints are safely rolled and shipped in a mailing tube. 

 

From: Voogs Art

Goddess photomontage art print hand painted Japanese koi tattoo flowers pastels aqua

 Geisha goddess photomontage art print Japanese koi tattoo and flowers. Exotic Japanese geisha serenely poised against a traditional Japanese pale green and pastel blossom artwork. Her fabulously hand coloured Voogs hand painted koi fish and flowers tattoo on her back, does she speak to you? She is part of my 'Goddess' collection, for the serene, sultry (and a bit exotic) Goddess within us all.

* This artwork also comes with no background, simplistic, striking and edgy.
Just let me know which print you would like on 'message to seller', with or without background at checkout.

Each photomontage is a collection of images. I begin by selecting images and by digitally altering, hand painting, creating new backgrounds, re construction, re modelling, erasing, layering, tinting, adding textures, adding special effects, watercolours and blending... enhanced and glorified to create a unique Voogs decoupage.

Voogs Art compositions range from edgy, bold and bright to vintage, nostalgic. Some are moody and thoughtful, some serene, enchanting, or alluring and evocative. Retro, funky or just plain fun!
All as individual as you are!

All Voogs Art artworks are signed and dated. They are professionally printed on Imported French fine art paper by Aches. 'Infinity Velin Museum quality Rag' Inkjet superior art paper, white with a fine texture, 250 gsm. 100% cotton fibre. Acid free, eco friendly, fade and deterioration resistant.

Sizes:- 8 by 10 inches
5 by 7 inches (by request)
11 by 13 inches (by request)

Custom orders are welcome. Price on application.

 

From: Memeskins

Worlds Okayest Boyfriend mug, funny mug 4M043C

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• 10/11oz mug
• Dishwasher safe
• Shipped Worldwide
• Not a crappy mug

For UK and EU countries, Vat is added to product price. 

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a read.  A note to the reader, two of these items (Koi Tattoo and Mug are from Overseas shops, but will ship to the states.)

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

Links and Promotion Friday!

Good Morning,

Today we will be Shameless Self Promotion Friday and we will begin with a promotion or two and then the links will be up.  These promotions are for a LIMITED time, now through February 20, 2012!  Don't delay, grab your favorite piece before it is gone.

PROMO 1: 

Take 10% OFF any item in the Etsy shop, The Alchemists Vessel when you enter the coupon code LOVEYDOVEY.  That's any item in the shop!  Valentine's Day themed and other items, too.  Now through February 20, 2012.

**Returning Customer?  Send us a message BEFORE you click that BUY button for your selected items, and we will set up a special listing just for you with an additional discount - FREE SHIPPING!

PROMO 2:

Purchase the Pink Parure Chain Maille Choker and get FREE SHIPPING plus if you enter the coupon code LOVEYDOVEY you will receive an additional 10% the total purchase price.  This includes every item in the shop!  Now through February 20, 2012!

PROMO 3:

Visit the Website The Alchemists Vessel , e-mail the last three words from the Mission Statement on the About Page to us (use the CONTACT US button on the site), include your name and e-mail address and receive a special offer, and it's a good one!  But only for those that follow the instructions.

PROMO 4:

Facebook Contest - Watch The Alchemists Vessel page on Facebook for a fun and exciting contest.  Beginning February 20th, I will hold a contest for FREE JEWELRY, I haven't decided on the prize piece but it will be in the $30.00 to $50.00 value range I create.  If the winner is unhappy with the piece I select for a prize, another may be offered.  This is about promotion and getting my name and my store out to the masses and you get something pretty!

Something like this maybe.

LINKS from above and a fresh one or two.

The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy

The Alchemists Vessel Website

The Alchemists Vessel Facebook

If you have a Google + Account, look us up!  We have a page there too!  Click any of the links on the right side Menu bar to be taken to any of the pages above!

Thank you for reading, and have a wonderful weekend!

In My Studio - Parures

I have been busy working on several new pieces for the store and reacquainting myself with soldiering and the various processes thereof, and remember now why I do not make those things any more! 

First up from the Work table are two Chain Maille parures.  What's a parure?  It is a matching set or suite of jewelry, usually including a necklace, earrings, sometimes a ring or  a bracelet is part of the set as well.  I just really like that word!

This is "Pink Parure" for lack of a better name or term.  Silver Grey colored Copper wire is  hand spun and cut (the copper does show through the cuts if scrutinized long enough), jump rings are linked together to form a 16" length of Chain, additional jump rings are added for the decorative drops that form little points ending in a pretty and very pink glass bead.  Woven in a "Speed Maille" version of European 4 in 1 traditional weave.  This is an open pattern.

Matching earrings are are created from the same coil of Silver Grey Copper wire, and are formed in the traditional European 4 in 1 Weave closed pattern.  They are created on a Horizontal line, the necklace is created on a Vertical line.  The Earrings mimic the drops of the necklace.

This is the same pattern as above, with a very different look.  Created in Gunmetal Wire jump rings, it has a monochromatic appeal as the silver glass beads match the wire nicely.  Not black, a very deep steel blue color with a high sheen.  Finished with a manufactured toggle clasp in the shape of a heart.

The earrings (as above) mimic and match the choker / collar wonderfully.

Last but not least is this "Upcycled" pendant.  Created with Citrine both faceted and natural gemstones, and sterling silver wire, the piece was built up and added to from the manufactured bail that I believe is also Sterling Silver but not stamped (and not all 925  items are stamped).  Pretty, interesting, or pretty interesting, I think it resembles an insect of sorts.  This is the only piece available!  $50.00, soon to be available on alchemistsvessel.net.

What's New In The Shop?

Greetings

I am so excited to exhibit these new items.  The Alchemist has been busy creating earrings and other jewelry themed especially for Valentine’s Day.  Oh yes, for those that think she sits idly by, nay, I say, the efforts of her joyful labor can be seen below!  Limited edition heart charms with pink or red stones or glass beads are the production order of the day!  We also have a One-of-A-Kind Heart Charm bracelet with genuine natural Garnet beads!  Garnet is the stone of romantic, passionate love and fidelity; it was often set in Victorian weddings rings as a symbol of loyalty and love.  We also have super cute and kitschy heart charms, sterling silver, 3-D puffed hearts, winged hearts, and cute little heart lock charms!  And I am absolutely thrilled to introduce a totally new item!  Gemstone Stretch Bracelets!  There are only twelve (12) available now, but never fear we have more stringing planned and more stone selection on the way!  Requests and custom orders are always welcome!

Remember these select heart charm items are only available for a short time and limited to what you see available at the shop!  Get yours before they’re gone!

The Alchemists Vessel Shop

A quick note about TAV Blog, it will be revamped a little bit.  Thursdays will be devoted to various and numerous things!  This Thursday we are going to have a very long look at Birthstones.  Not so long as to bore you (I hope), but may be you’ll find something new and interesting!  Comments are always appreciated and welcome.  Let me know if I am boring you to death or if this remotely interesting.  What are you looking for?  Is there a link or a site you’d like to see promoted or featured on the blog?  Networking is important!  Drop me an e-mail, I am always open to ideas and discussion!

Now what you came in here to see! The new items! 

3-Dimensional Sterling Silver Puffed Heart Charms and various gemstones.

Sterling Silver Heart Lock Charms These are flat and one sided.

  

3-Dimensional silver base metal winged hearts and various stones and glass beads.  Only two more pair will be made!  Five available!

 

Sterling Silver Double Sided 3-Dimensional "Love" Heart charms and genuine natural Garnet, in a flat oval coin shape, repeat and flow from one to another to create this cute and charming bracelet.

Gemstone Stretch Bracelets.  These are strung by hand on stretchy elastic cord specifically designed for jewelry making.  They vary from 7" to 8" and have sterling silver plated (over brass) spacer beads, come in a variety of single or multiple stone combinations.  Don't see your favorite?  We have more on the way, and requests are always welcome.  For men or women.

Thank you for stopping by and having a look.

Links and Promotions

Happy Friday to one and all.  This morning I offer  two things to check out and a promotion for you as well.

I work with various metals, and some are hard some are very soft, and some metals are just too soft, with a melting point of 85 degrees, Gallium melts in your hands, but please don't lick your fingers! Non-toxic, this cool element metal will pool in to a liquid when held.  It returns to a solid piece after a while, and can be used to make mirrors or other reflective surfaces, among other uses.  Gallium Metal

I order most of my supplies from Fire Mountain in Oregon.  On occasion they will feature a project.  It is impolite to dismiss another's work, but it is wonderful to study another's work as well to see what you can learn from their mistakes, lessons or tutorials on how to do things.  Queen's Maille , this is a brief how to for the "Inca Puna" weave, called "Queen's Link" by Fire Mountain.  The photo below is from the website, it is the finished project.

Last but not least is the a promotion from The Alchemists Vessel.  For blog readers only!  When you enter the coupon code LOVEYDOVEY you'll receive 10% off your order now through February 20th on any item in the shop!  Currently featuring Red and Pink gemstone and glass Valentine's Day themed jewelry.