New In The Studio - Earrings

Good Morning,

Today's blog is brief.  I would like to share a piece I created for a challenge offered to a group I belong to on Facebook.  Challenge accepted.

The challenge: make a piece of jewelry based on a song.  Not as easy as it sounds.

I chose "Spooky Little Girl", by The Zombies.  How could I resist?  Halloween is right around the corner and I have a penchant for things dark and eerie.

Created from 925 Sterling Silver wire, genuine Jet and Amber beads with Sterling Silver Bat charms.  These have not been listed, as I am waiting for the end of the challenge to make them available.

This was a fun project and I thoroughly enjoyed making them.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Happy Halloween 2014

Good Morning,

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish one and all a very Happy Halloween.

It will be dark and cold here in Idaho, remember to wear something warm.
Bring a flashlight.
Wear something reflective so others can see you. 
Play nice.
Wait your turn at the door.
Don't feed the Zombies (you need your brains).
Remember Vampire's were people, too.

Studio News and an Item or Two

Good Morning,

I have been debating this post for a while and haven't quite figured it all out myself yet.

On October 18, 2014,  I had a heart attack.  I spent three days at Saint Alphonsus Hospital (St. Al's) here in Boise.  I had two stents implanted and have a year-long road to recovery ahead of me. 

For the next couple of months I will be focusing on my health and attending the appointments the Doctors have set for me.  This makes my schedule erratic on the best of days.

We still have lovely things in the shops.  You can peruse the website, check out The CraftStar or visit our shop on Handmade Artists.  Links are below or click any of the sidebar menu's handy icons to get where you'd like to go.

From The Alchemists Vessel on The CraftStar

Hematite Heart Earrings

This pretty little pair of earrings is surprisingly lightweight.  Great for a night out or something unique to jazz up that tailored office attire.

Genuine Hematite beads in Heart and Diamond shapes (not magnetic), and finished with Fish Hook style ear wires complete the pair.

Arrives boxed ready for gift giving.

Please see our selection of ready to wear items in the shop.

 

Rain Drops Chainmaille Swarovski Crystal Jewelry Set

This stunning necklace, bracelet, and earring set is perfect for any Queen of the Realm, Princess in Training, or Damsel not so in distress. A traditional parure or set of chainmaille jewelry, this gorgeous matching trio may be worn together, or separately, or mix and match to set your mood or outfit. Beautiful and elegantly simple, slim, sleek and silky on the skin. Would make a fabulous and unique Wedding jewelry set. The teardrop shaped Swarovski crystals shimmer wonderfully and make prismatic colors with movement.

Perfect for Fantasy Film or Event attire, Cos-play, SCA, LARP, Role-play or other costume needs. Vikings, Valkyries, Shield Maidens and Warrior Women, even Game of Thrones fans will adore this set.

Necklace: 17.5" long, including clasp. 14Kt Gold-plated (over brass) and Silver-plated jump rings are hand linked in the Helm Weave chainmaille pattern. Finished with a 14Kt Gold-plated Toggle clasp with flower accent. Three (3) Swaovski Faceted Teardrop crystals drop from evenly spaced rings and sparkle in the sunlight.

Earrings: Approximately 1-1/4" from ear wire including crystal drops. Short length of Helm Weave have been suspended from silver-plated Fish Hook style ear wires. Teardrop shape Swarovski crystals accent the pair and match the crystals on the necklace.

Bracelet: 7-3/4", including clasp. 14Kt Gold-plated (over brass) and Silver-plated jump rings are hand linked in the Helm Weave chainmaille pattern. Finished with a 14Kt Gold-plated Slide Clasp.

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.




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Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  There are more lovely and wonderful things in the shop.

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

Holidays At The Alchemsits Vessel

Good Morning,

Today's post is brief as we give a quick tip or two for ordering your gifts this Holiday Season.

The Alchemists Vessel shop on Etsy will be closing down after the last item has been scheduled for renewal.  I believe the date is December 27th, 2014.  There will be special deals for blog readers as we get closer to Christmas.

Shops on The CraftStar and Handmade Artists will remain open and new items are being added slowly but surely.

Handmade items take time.  If you would like to order a custom piece, or change the length, add beads or gemstones to an existing shop item, or request a new design, please have your order requests or questions to us no later than November 15th, 2014.

All Ready-To-Wear orders can be guaranteed delivery before Christmas if ordered on or before December 10th, 2014.  The Alchemists Vessel cannot guarantee delivery of items ordered after December 10th, 2014.

Bookmark, Favorite or come back often and see what we have going on.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Featured Artists - How To Use The CraftStar Site

Good Morning,

Monday's post discussed a new venue The CraftStar.  Today I thought we would have a look at some of the other features and how to use The CraftStar site.

When you arrive at the site you will be greeted by the Greeting Page, scroll through the page or click Shop at the top of the page.

You will be taken to the Home Page

 Here is your navigation window into the site.  You May Search or share from the convenient links at the top left of the page.  If you're already a member / seller you can choose to login and Join The Discussion, see what's happening on the Forums or in your favorite Club Thread on the Chat Boards.

Here I would like to make a note:  The JOIN link is for sellers, you will be asked for a fee ($%.00 a month).  If you continue down the page you will see under the marquis the link Newsletter, if you would like to see what's going on, shop or just keep up to date on the latest events and sales sign up and you can cruise the site for free.

The Search Products bar is just that, type in an item you are searching for and be taken to a page full of your specific item.    Here I have searched for Bracelets.
















Click the SHOP button will switch you from a list of items to a list of shops, if you know which shop you're looking for you can find it here, or take a chance and click on a store you have not visited before or looks like it might be you style.

 The side bar menu is your best friend here on the site.
You may search, select and click your way through a variety of neat things to look at on site.

Collective: A shop with a theme, various artists will have an item ranging from jewelry to other handcrafted items. 

Sales - Check it out and see what is on discount or if that item you've had your eye on has been reduced.

Collections - Lists of favorite items by the members of The CraftStar

Shops - A quick way to hit the shop the list and see what's new or find your favorite.

Handmade - This is a block of recently listed handmade items for sale.

Vintage - This is a block of Vintage items recently listed for sale.

Supplies - Shops that sell things you need to make your goodies.

All items - every item that has been listed for sale on the site over the course of the day, week, month.

If you continue to scroll you will find block of items, videos, and a menu list of categories that you can click and visit shops or just look at the items.

Shop pages are easily navigated and many have featured items, like Yankee Burrow

 You can even find The Alchemists Vessel on The CraftStar

You may also find and follow The CraftStar on Facebook
Follow them on Twitter or add them to your Pintrest boards.  Window shopping is always fun and always free, and you never know when you're going to find that perfect item you just can't live without.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have encouraged you to do a little looking and visit the site.

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. 

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.