Five Great Gifts For Giving List A 2016

Good Morning,

It's Tuesday and that means five neat gift ideas from those nifty handmade artists around the web.

It was a surprise to find that my friend's shop has closed on The CraftStar, however I have found her at "Scott's Market Place" - another on line venue dedicated to American Made Products.

From:  Yankee Burrow

Red Heart Choker Necklace Titanium Color

If you're looking for the perfect gift for your sweet Valentine, how about this stunning necklace? I used blood red crystal faceted beads and a heart pendant to dress up this pewter choker that I had discovered in a thrift store. This necklace is a great dressy piece for the causal look, or a great casual piece for and elegant look. This choker measure 16" and has an extension chain.

Birdie Crochet (on The CraftStar)

It is unusual that I do not have a product to share, I am experiencing technical difficulties with the site, however, do click through to her shop and see what she has on the shelves.  Adorable crochet Super Heroes, Animals, Movie Characters, Motorcycles, and more.  I wish I could share an item, they are so cool, very unique, and high quality items.  Do stop in and give her items a look see.

From: Shale's

BENJI SHALE DESIGN: SILVER COLOR FRESH WATER PEARL NECKLACE

BENJI SHALE EXCLUSIVE DESIGN: SILVER COLOR FRESH WATER PEARL NECKLACE
This simple design features a strand of semi-round silver color 8x9 MM fresh water pearls 16 1/2" long attached to a sterling silver lobster clasp.

A beautiful 12x12 MM heart shape cubic zirconia with silver frame and CZ removable enhancer.

Length: 16 1/2"
Length can be adjusted to your preferred size.  
We are more than happy for custom orders.  If you'd like something especially made with your favorite semi and semi-precious gemstones, please contact us.
Our one of a kind pieces can be found at Shale's Jewelry in Beverly Hills, California.


From: Jabber Jewels

Butterflies Art #5 Pendant Necklace

Butterflies Art #5 Pendant Necklace

This is one of my own images that I designed.
Set in a 1" silver pendant tray and comes on a 20" sterling silver plated ball chain.

You can adjust the length of the chain by cutting it with a regular pair of scissors to assure a perfect fit.
All of my pendant necklaces are made with quality components.

If you like this image and would like it in a Key Chain, go to this link to order https://www.thecraftstar.com/product_details/190401/key-chain-your-choice-of-image/


 From: Anne Jantz Designs

Children's Book - Olivia Ocelot Comes to the Rescue

 Adventurous, exciting, educational, and filled with Nature’s wonders, “Olivia Ocelot Comes to the Rescue” captures the enchantment of the Rain  Forest, and the tropical beauty of Costa Rica.  Olivia Ocelot’s adventures emphasize the power of the community, and her story celebrates the friendships between some very unique animals.

Olivia Ocelot lives in the Rain Forest in Costa Rica with a lot of other very interesting animals. They all know she is the one to come to if they have a problem, because Olivia Ocelot cares about her friends, and she is a very good detective. In this first episode, Penelope Oropendola, a beautiful bird, comes to Olivia Ocelot for help. Penelope and her group of friends have a big problem. Olivia goes out and visits a lot of her neighbors, and asks them all what they think Penelope Oropendola and the others should do about their dilemma.

She finally gets an answer and helps Penelope and her Oropendola community. Olivia Ocelot  has come to the rescue, and she is very happy. Next, she is summoned by the dangerous and powerful Jason Jaguar, King of the Rain Forest. She goes to see him with great fear and trembling, and the story comes to a happy ending. Olivia Ocelot is very, very happy.


Thank you for stopping in to have a look.  We hope we have encouraged you to take a look at some of these amazingly talented people and perhaps patronize their shops.

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

Fun Art and Other Events in Boise, ID 4-11-13-2014

Good Morning,

Spring has sprung here in Boise and the populace has decided it is time for some fun and recreational activity. Whether you want to go and enjoy the weather or find something crafty to do have a look at what's happening.


This evening:

Sip Wine & Paint a 'Mod Martini' 04.11.2014
7-9PM My Masterpiece Parties 208-938-1370 http://bit.ly/1d5SbTk The sip wine and paint concept has come to Eagle! No experience needed at all. We're about having a fun time out! We'll show you step-by-step how to paint 'Mod Martini'. We provide everything you need to create your painting, you just bring any refreshments (even beer or wine for the over 21 crowd) you'd like to enjoy. Reserve online to guarantee your seat. We schedule our unique social painting classes throughout the month. Check our calendar for other dates. MyMasterpieceParties.com Up for some nostalgia Grrl style?  Check out the all female AC/DC cover band "Hell's Belles" tonight Hell's Belles 04.11.2014 8:30 pm The Knitting Factory (416 9th St., Boise) All-female AC/DC tribute $13 TicketWeb  No?  How about a little bit of culture? Ballet Idaho presents Alice in Wonderland "Alice in Wonderland" 04.11.2014 - 04.12.2014 See Description Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Ln 426-1110 Ballet Idaho. Season closes with the whimsical tale, choreographed by ballet master Alex Ossadnik. 8 pm April 11, and 2 and 8 pm, April 12. $38, $43 AND $58.BSU students receive a 50% discount; faculty and staff receive a 25% discount. balletidaho.org And for those of you that have little one's Easter is almost here and there is a cool event at the Zoo tomorrow. Zoo Boise - Easter "EGG"stravaganza 04.12.2014 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zoo Boise 208-608-7740 http://www.zooboise.org Get a jump start on spring at Easter EGGstravaganza. Join the Easter Bunny for fun activities including Egg Scrambles, photo ops, face painting, Easter Egg toss, animal enrichment activities and, of course, the zoo. Last admission at 4:30pm.

Five Great GIfts to Give List 18

Good Morning,

I am going to apologize right now for the lack of oomph the blog may have for the next several weeks.  Little Shop of Artists has a move in date of July 1, 2013.  We are very excited, and working hard on getting everything ready for move in and opening.

Tuesday is here, and that means we have gift ideas.

From Sues Arts

Star of David necklace, Judaica jewelry, Heart necklace, Hamsa charm, Star of David charm, Jewish, Heart charm, gold necklace

 

Beautiful, elegant and charming collection of charms on silver plated chain to choose from.

Chain about 18" long but can be adjusted per request at no extra charge.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

evil eye ring, silver ring, evil eye charms

 

Big, bold and beautiful evil eye silver ring.

Gorgeously beautiful, elegant, unique, charming and one of a kind evil eye beded ring.

Not adjustable but fits 7-8 size.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

From Jackie Guttuso Designs

  

Fairy paper sculpture collage, Original, Garden fairy art, Acrylic fairy art, Whimsical garden fairy wall art, Original girls room art

 

I created this original paper sculpture of a little fairy by painting heavy duty watercolor paper with acrylic paint and then cutting, bending and layering each piece to create depth. The result is a whimsical, one of a kind piece.

The vibrant colors would really pop in a white shadowbox. (not included)


Original

8 x 10"

Unmatted and unframed

Please note that the colors may vary from monitor to monitor.

If you'd like to see more of my fairy art, click the links below.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/110326020/fairy-art-original-8-x-10-kids-fairy-art
https://www.etsy.com/listing/102582419/fairy-art-print-8-x-10-canvas-giclee
https://www.etsy.com/listing/116334890/fairy-african-american-original-nursery
https://www.etsy.com/listing/106698707/fairy-gallery-wrap-11-x-14-canvas-giclee

Visit my shop to see more whimsical kids art as well as original art for the home.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JackieGuttusoDesigns

The Watermark does not appear on the print.

Artwork protected by copyright law and all reproduction
rights are retained by artist.

USPS Priority mail

Please contact me by clicking on link below for a shipping quote outside of U.S.

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

From The Button Bird

Emerald Rhinestone Bobby Pins, Bridal Hair Pins

 

Emerald rhinestone bobby pins, bridal hair pins, wedding hair pins made from vintage and antique buttons and jewelry parts. The jewels and buttons are attached using industrial strength professional jewelry glue.

Bobby pin findings are bronze tone and measure 1 3/4."

One bobby pin has stunning emerald rhinestone jewels. The other is a gold star-burst also from the 1940's.

Shipping: Jewelry will be wrapped in protective bubble wrap and mailed in a sturdy cardboard shipping box. Tracking is included with shipping cost.

The Button Bird bobby pins are carried in many galleries as well as my Etsy shop and are great for every occasion!

View another emerald bobby pin set here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/128954177/emerald-rhinestone-bobby-pin-vintage-set?ref=shop_home_active

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner. 

 

Victorian Friends Photograph Antique

 

Victorian friends photograph, circa 1890's. Photograph was attached to black album paper at some point in it's journey, which has strengthened it. Photograph measures about 4 x 2 5/8"

Shipping: Photograph will be wrapped in protective cellophane, sandwiched between 2 pieces of cardboard and shipped in a bubble mailer. Tracking is included with shipping cost.

View another Victorian women photograph here:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/129054973/blue-cyanotype-edwardian-photograph?ref=shop_home_active

Have any questions? Contact the shop owner.

  

Thank you so much for stopping in and having a look.

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

Handmade Artists Artists

Good Morning,

Since this past weekend was Easter, the Blog Ring took a little break to allow people to be unwind and be with family and friends for the Holiday.

No shop in particular is featured this week, I just thought it would be fun to take a peek at some of the new artists and a couple of new items from some of my favorite shops.

From Yankee Burrow Creations

What can I say, I just love Teddy Bears, and these are so cute and what a wonderful gift and so full of love.

big sister teddy bear duo white and red

Product Details:

these big sister teddy bears celebrate the love between sisters.  The big sister bear is white and measures 9 1/2" tall, and little sister bear is red and measures only 9" tall.  The eyes and noses of both bears are sewn on, and they sport matching but coordinating scarfs with bright yellow trim.  These would be a nice gift for your sister, big or small.  You can read the full story behind these bears here on my blog, http://www.yankeeburrowcreations.com/2013/03/celebrate-your-sisters.html
~created by Debbi~
http://www.yankeeburrowcreations.com
  http://www.handmadeartists.com/shop/yankeeburrowcreations
  http://www.about.me/yankeeburrowcreations
  http://www.twitter.com/yankeeburrow
  http://www.facebook.com/yankeeburrowcreations
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From Linda Nelson

BOHO STYLE TABLETOP GREETING CARD

Product Details:

Say thank you, cheer up someone's blue day, remind a friend or loved one how special they are... You know exactly who this charming little gift should belong to.
Sweet, chic, boho style tabletop greeting card made of embellished wool felt and fabric on miniature easel. Interior muslin patch for writing a personal sentiment. Cream colored organza pouch and small box included for hand delivery or postal shipping convenience. Overall dim 3.5"w x 5"h.

From: Jen's Tangled Threads
 

Autumn Ruffle Scarf Red Orange Purple Fashion Scarf

Product Details:

Ruffle scarves are the latest fashion trend. They are so easy to wear and stay in place with a couple twists. Dress up a pair of jeans and a turtleneck, or add a splash of color to that little black dress. Everyone loves a ruffle scarf! 
My scarves measure 60" in length. 
Looking for a different color? Contact me and I will look for the color you are searching for.
Each scarf is made to order. Please allow 1 week for creation and shipping. 

From Wish Song Design

Pink and Grey galahs cockatoo painting bird art large print

Product Details:
My newest painting in the Australian animal series. Its of two sweet pink and grey galah's sitting amongst the flowers in the Eucalypt tree. It comes as an 8.5 x 12 inch print with a thin white border surrounding the image. A lovely addition to a country kitchen or for those who love birds!
Please note that colours may vary slightly from what you see on your monitor due to different monitor settings.

All my artwork is printed on archival quality Hahnemuehle Fine Art Paper 310-350gsm with a lovely texture that resembles the watercolour paper the original was painted on. It is printed using archival quality Lucia pigment inks on a Canon IPF5100 printer ensuring very rich and sharp prints.

Each print is signed, dated and titled on the back. Watermark will not appear on your print.

Your print will be shipped in a protective cellophane sleeve between cardboard or in a rigid mailer to ensure safe delivery of your print.

All artwork is copyright Jodie Blanchard 2011-2013. All rights reserved.




Thank you for stopping in and having a look.


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

Simple DIY Jewelry You'll Really Wear - One

Monday is here, alas.

This morning's post is first in a series of easy do-it-yourself jewelry projects that you can do in as little or as much time as you like and the neat thing is, some are great for kids with parental super vision.

If you can close a Safety Pin you can make this simple and pretty bracelet, and no one has to know they are safety pins.

The type of Safety pin works best.  The Cord will be threaded through the holes at the top and bottom of the pin.

I did not take photos, and this is a straight forward project.

Materials

1 pkg. 1mm Elastic Beading Cord
Ample Safety Pins (wrist circumferences vary we suggest 50 or more)
Seed Beads 6.0 or larger in the color(s) of choice. Bead hole needs to fit over pin prong.
Super Glue
*6mm "Spacer" Beads (less pins will be required of beads are used)

Cut 2 pieces of the Elastic Beading Cord,  12" in length.
Tie a knot about 2" down from one end of both cords (do not tie them together).

Open a Safety pin and add beads along the prong, leave enough space to close the pin again.  Repeat with the remainder of the pins.  Be creative, play with colors, allow your imagination to design the piece for you.

Super glue the Safety Pins shut.  This way they will not open and scratch you when wearing the bracelet.

Thread a *Spacer bead, these can be glass, metal, anything you like, on one piece of cord and slide it down to the knot. 

Thread the cord through the top "hole" in the safety pin, add a spacer bead.  Sliding the Pin and Bead down the cord.

Continue adding Pins and Spacer Beads until the Pins fit around you wrist and the ends meet.

Add a final spacer bead to the cord and tie a knot keeping it in place.

With the second piece of cord, thread on one spacer bead, and thread the cord through the bottom holes of the Pins, adding spacer beads between each pin.  Work until you reach the last pin in the row.

Place a final Spacer bead on the cord.  Tie the matching ends of the cords together, closing the bracelet.  Not too tight, you want to be able to slip the bracelet on and off easily and not cut off your circulation while wearing it.

As well, you can say, "I made this."

Give it try, it takes about an hour.

Thank you for stopping in and having a read.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish a pleasant day.

Five Great GIfts to GIve List #9

Good Morning,

This month there are two Holidays, Passover and Easter, this morning's blog has five great gift ideas for the holidays.

From Sue's Arts

Chai charm necklace, evil eye necklace, Hamsa necklace, Treee of life, Hebrew charm necklace, Judaica, evil eye necklace, Life charm

SOLD SEPARATELY BY #

Beautiful and unique variety of Judaica cameo charm necklaces in antique bronze.

Collection includes, "Chai" for "Life, Hamsa, Tree of Life, and Star of David (Magen David).

About 18" long which can be adjusted per request at no extra charge.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥ 

This would make a lovely gift for the Seder Hostess.

Matza box Holder, Passover matza holder, Matzo box holder, Matzo, matza, Judaica gift, Passover

This is a beautiful and unique handmade and decorated wooden Matza box holder.

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

CUSTOM ORDERS ALWAYS WELCOME

Suzan 

From: Abbey's Nest

How cute are these... Peeps  

Macrame Bracelet with Acrylic Pastel Chick Charms

A cute, colorful macrame bracelet with multi-colored pastel chicks. Bracelet is knotted with oatmeal colored polished hemp, and measures 8 inches in length with a loop and bead closure. The bracelet also features six little acrylic pastel chick beads. Perfect for Easter! 

Lampwork Chicken Earrings with Red Agate Hearts

A pair of lampwork chicken earrings with red agate hearts. Red, white and blue lampwork chicken beads are each paired with three dangling agate hearts in various shades of red. Earring hooks are surgical stainless steel. Great for those with metal allergies.

And for those of you that like to handcraft your gift items, here is a fun bunch of punches themed for Easter.

From: OWL Crafting

Easket Basket With Eggs

This is to make your own Easter Basket. I have included a Sample showing how it looks or you can rearrange it and make it anyway you like. I have included 4 Baskets, Eggs and Bows...There is enough to make 4 different baskets..

These are cute to put on cards, scrapbooking, invitations, etc..

Thank you for stopping by and having a look, we hope we have inspired you to see what else these shops may have to offer.

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