Today it is my pleasure to once again showcase the dynamic duo, Andrew and Kimberley Kitchen. This wonderful couple not only own and operate handmadeartists.com, they are also shop owners; and on top of that, they also run the site It's Better Handmade. You may click through from the Badge to the left or follow the links at the end of this post.
The theme for today's feature is Spring, and not just the season, we have things that are wound like springs, look like springs, things that evoke Spring and the feelings of cool breezes, fresh cut grass and blooming flowers.
Let's begin with some of the wares from their shop ~
Makin the Best of It
They carry gorgeous wire wrapped sea glass pendants and some wonderful and inspired original artwork, including Painted Glassware and Re-purposed books from the hands of Kimberley Kitchen.
In keeping with the theme of Spring, we have this pretty wire wrapped pendant, the coil or spring, wraps around the stone ending in a lovely bale for attaching to your own chain.
Cobalt Blue Sea Coils Sea Glass Pendant BL007
Product Details:
This little treasure began life as a blue, glass bottle that was tossed into the ocean many years ago. Broken up by waves and sanded smooth by years of rolling water and sand, it eventually landed on the beach in New Jersey to begin its new life as wearable art!
This piece measures 2 inches (5 cm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the sterling silver coil and approximately 1/2 inch across the width. The coiled cage holds the glass securly and has been hand wrapped in sterling silver wire.
This piece comes ready to wear on an 18 inch, sterling silver chain held secure with a sterling silver spring clasp. If you would like a longer or shorter chain, just let me know upon checkout and I will happily adjust it for you.
I am always on the search for new Sea Glass (Beach Glass) pieces to create wearable art with, so keep checking back for new pieces to add to your collection. Because of the nature of sea glass, each piece will always be one of a kind.
This piece measures 2 inches (5 cm) from the top of the bail to the bottom of the sterling silver coil and approximately 1/2 inch across the width. The coiled cage holds the glass securly and has been hand wrapped in sterling silver wire.
This piece comes ready to wear on an 18 inch, sterling silver chain held secure with a sterling silver spring clasp. If you would like a longer or shorter chain, just let me know upon checkout and I will happily adjust it for you.
I am always on the search for new Sea Glass (Beach Glass) pieces to create wearable art with, so keep checking back for new pieces to add to your collection. Because of the nature of sea glass, each piece will always be one of a kind.
Spring brings new life, and what says new life better than new leaves on plants and trees. This beautiful Sterling Silver leafy branch is decorated with fresh green sea glass and a contrasting white piece, perhaps meant to resemble an apple blossom.
Sterling Leaves Sea Glass necklace
Product Details:
This darling necklace features a hand soldered branch and leaves of sterling silver and shades of green and white sea glass on a sterling silver chain.
While this piece looks like a short lariat, the glass will not pull through the final leaf. The sterling silver chain is clasped with a sterling spring clasp.
This piece was created to wear high on the neckline at between 16-18 inches. If you would prefer a longer chain with a lower drop, just let me know and I will be more than happy to change out the chain for you. If you would like a similar design with different colors of glass, I can do that for you also.
What is sea glass? Sea glass or beach glass began life as trashed bottles and broken windows dumped into the ocean. The action of the sand and waves soften the broken edges and frost the glass before it is washed ashore to be found and given a new life. Each piece of sea glass I use was hand picked off the New Jersey shore and then carefully made into wearable art.
I have always been fascinated with the inner working of clocks and machines, spring driven mechanisms that can tell time, create movement in a puppet or simply act as an artistic centerpiece. This would make a great decoration for any Steampunk style room or decor.
While this piece looks like a short lariat, the glass will not pull through the final leaf. The sterling silver chain is clasped with a sterling spring clasp.
This piece was created to wear high on the neckline at between 16-18 inches. If you would prefer a longer chain with a lower drop, just let me know and I will be more than happy to change out the chain for you. If you would like a similar design with different colors of glass, I can do that for you also.
What is sea glass? Sea glass or beach glass began life as trashed bottles and broken windows dumped into the ocean. The action of the sand and waves soften the broken edges and frost the glass before it is washed ashore to be found and given a new life. Each piece of sea glass I use was hand picked off the New Jersey shore and then carefully made into wearable art.
I have always been fascinated with the inner working of clocks and machines, spring driven mechanisms that can tell time, create movement in a puppet or simply act as an artistic centerpiece. This would make a great decoration for any Steampunk style room or decor.
Clockwork Orange Altered Book Art
Product Details:
Sometimes art speaks to one in a different way. This altered art piece is my interpretation of the novel Clockwork Orange. The book was cut and highlighted with an old clock face, spring, dial and gears before being set into a 6x8, black shadow box frame. Because of the nature of this type of art, each piece is definitely one of a kind...I mean, I can only hack up a book one time and it is gone! This piece can be used in any decor. I am working on a number of other novels so check back often and see how I see some of the classic novels.
The next shop is
Chainnmaille by MBOI
Specializing in high quality chainmaille jewelry, they have some amazing pieces for sale.
Like this springy Stretch Maille Bracelet, they come in several colors, I just happen to be partial to red and black.
The next shop is
Chainnmaille by MBOI
Specializing in high quality chainmaille jewelry, they have some amazing pieces for sale.
Like this springy Stretch Maille Bracelet, they come in several colors, I just happen to be partial to red and black.
Stretchy Black and Red Chainmaille Bracelet
Product Details:
Drama at its
finest! This chainmaille bracelet was created in a Half Persian 4in1
pattern using black neoprene rings and red aluminum to create a perfect,
stretchy circle with no clasp! Easy to wear and available in a variety
of colors.
This piece will fit approximately 6" - 7 1/2". If you need the size adjusted, please leave me a not upon checkout and I will be happy to customize it for you.
If you are interested in different color combinations, let me know and I will be happy to make one in any combination of available rings.
This piece will fit approximately 6" - 7 1/2". If you need the size adjusted, please leave me a not upon checkout and I will be happy to customize it for you.
If you are interested in different color combinations, let me know and I will be happy to make one in any combination of available rings.
Spring is the time of renewal, new crops, new leaves, new beginnings and new faith. The lovely Romanov pattern maille bracelet is just right for bright and colorful spring time attire, and the rites of Spring as well. This bracelet tells a story through the use of its colors.
Sterling Silver Romanov Salvation Bracelet
Product Details:
The colors tell a
story in this stunning sterling silver salvation bracelet. Each
Swarovski crystal is encased in a sterling silver Romanov chainmaille
round. According to Christian beliefs, each color tells a part of the
salvation story. Black is for the sin of all mankind, red is for the
blood of Christ, white is the salvation we receive, blue is for the
baptism waters, green stands for new growth in your spiritual journey,
amber is for the streets of gold in heaven and purple stands for
Christ’s royal robes as he rules the world.
This bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches from the sterling silver lobster clasp to the ring. If you are looking for a different size, just drop me a note and I would be happy to customize the length.
Nothing says Spring like flowers, this cute pair of earrings will go with everything in your closet from Tailored Office Suit, Dressy Date Night to those favorite pair of Comfy Jeans. You can't go wrong with these beautiful and delicate flower earrings.
This bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches from the sterling silver lobster clasp to the ring. If you are looking for a different size, just drop me a note and I would be happy to customize the length.
Nothing says Spring like flowers, this cute pair of earrings will go with everything in your closet from Tailored Office Suit, Dressy Date Night to those favorite pair of Comfy Jeans. You can't go wrong with these beautiful and delicate flower earrings.
Sterling Silver Daisy Earrings
Product Details:
Simple and
dainty-perfect for softer fashions. Sweet little clusters that look
like spring flowers done in sterling silver chainmaille style. These
dainty earrings measure just over 1/2 inch across and about 1/2
inch from the bottom of the sterling silver hook.
It's Better Handmade
I can't say it better than the owners of the site. In their own words this is what It's Better Handmade is all about.
Welcome to It’s Better Handmade where artists can work together to show the world just how special handmade is.
It’s Better Handmade (IBH) is comprised of crafters and artists in all types of mediums who come together to support each other both personally through growing friendships as well as in business through advice, support, critiques and discussions. Each member brings different gifts to the table both artistically and business minds and by creating a centralized place for them to come together, each artist can continue to learn and grow in both art and business.
IBH is planning to offer various tools for artists to help get their work seen by those that seek out and love handmade as well as sponsoring promotions and contests that will help individual artists stretch their creative muscles. IBH plans on allowing artisans to post articles in their areas of expertise in various mediums as well as helpful information about selling handcrafted treasures online.
I would encourage members to check back often for helpful information as well as to post comments on others work as I’m sure they will do the same for you. If you have any questions about our group, our goals, or would like to contribute an article to the site and gain some personal exposure, please contact me
These are just a sampling of the beautiful items they have for sale at either shop. If your interested in something customizable, don't hesitate to contact them. Perhaps we have inspired you to do a little window shopping and see what they might have for you or your gift giving needs.
It's Better Handmade
I can't say it better than the owners of the site. In their own words this is what It's Better Handmade is all about.
Welcome to It’s Better Handmade where artists can work together to show the world just how special handmade is.
It’s Better Handmade (IBH) is comprised of crafters and artists in all types of mediums who come together to support each other both personally through growing friendships as well as in business through advice, support, critiques and discussions. Each member brings different gifts to the table both artistically and business minds and by creating a centralized place for them to come together, each artist can continue to learn and grow in both art and business.
IBH is planning to offer various tools for artists to help get their work seen by those that seek out and love handmade as well as sponsoring promotions and contests that will help individual artists stretch their creative muscles. IBH plans on allowing artisans to post articles in their areas of expertise in various mediums as well as helpful information about selling handcrafted treasures online.
I would encourage members to check back often for helpful information as well as to post comments on others work as I’m sure they will do the same for you. If you have any questions about our group, our goals, or would like to contribute an article to the site and gain some personal exposure, please contact me
These are not the only sites and pages they operate or participate with. Constant promoters of other shops and artists as well, tireless efforts are put into making sure all of their clients, both on an off line, customers and forum members are happy and very well looked after. It is an honor to be part of handmadeartist.com as well as a pleasure to watch their time and passion pay off as their sites and shops grow in leaps and bounds.
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Chainmaille by MBOI
Makin The Best Of It
Thank you for taking the time to have a look.
The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.
Wonderful post Alix! Love all the featured items.
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ReplyDeletegreat items and post on a wonderful couple.
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-yankeeburrowcreations
Beautiful post and love the selection.
ReplyDeleteI don't wear jewelry that often, but would consider myself privileged to wear any of your featured items, their descriptions are awesome and so is your article.
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