New Components Bird Themed

Good Morning,

Today I am pleased to share some of our items for the shop section Ravens Nook.  Currently in the section is the collection of "Mystery Bracelets", and we are very excited to begin creating unique pieces for the darker side of fashion with these new components, just received Saturday.

From large to small, each item is different in size, shape or metal finish.  These items will be limited to available supplies and will not be reproduced.

Ravens / Crows / Blackbird charms

Set of Four will be incorporated into a set earrings and pendant necklace, the fourth will be put aside for custom work for unique charm bracelet.  Double sided and highly detailed these are small and lightweight, yet large enough to be seen when worn.

Medium size, solid, detailed Bird Skull

This piece is sold as "Tibetan Silver", a zinc alloy, lead and nickle free that resembles pewter.  This is has a high sheen silver finish, 3-D, approx. 1" overall, and is solid cast, giving it a good deal of weight.  





Large Bird Skull Pendants

These large silver finish Bird skulls are 1/3/4" long and 3/4" wide.  Two are available, one is has been selected for a necklace that will be appropriate for men or women.  These are hollow and lightweight, uniquely detailed and a fabulous statement piece.

Side view.










 


This Antiqued Bronze Trio has been finished over brass, with a pretty, decorative flower in the center adding a bit of interest to the pendants, these will be used for a pendant and earring set as well.  

Side detail, vines and leaves.

Also available in a single silver finish pendant.

Look for these and other new items coming soon.

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Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  Please feel free to contact us with questions or your requests for a custom order.

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

Monday Mixed Metal

Good Morning,

I hope one and all had a joyous and pleasant Spring Holiday.

Last week the blog featured new material and supplies that will continue to be a staple of our inventory and creations.  This morning I thought I might share a few of those items created this  weekend.

These items and more are soon to be available on-line and in-store, also available by custom design request.  See our links below or click any of the handy buttons located on the sidebar menus.

This one is my favorite.  

14Kt Gold-plated and Silver-plated Round Chainmaille Bracelet

This lovely  piece is not only unique but holds a bit of interest with coordinating Czech glass beads across center of the necklace.  (May also be made in either gold-plated or silver-plated rings)

Bead detail

This pretty piece is made with 5mm rings for a tighter weave, accented with Czech Glass beads in Deep Amethyst. 

Dag Detail

These items may be found at any of the following shops:

Etsy: The Alchemists Vessel
Handmade Artists: The Alchemists Vessel
The Craftstar: The Alchemists Vessel

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Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired  you to stop by any of the links above and have a peek and what else is in the shop.

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

The Midas Touch

Good Morning,

You have heard the story of King Midas, the unfortunate man that could turn everything he touched in to gold, including his food, his clothes, his daughter.  That's right, anything he touched instantly became gold.

Here at The Alchemists Vessel we aren't blessed with such a curse, but as our namesakes once attempted, we like to turn things in to gold, or perhaps more appropriately turn gold into things.

Monday we had a brief showcase of some of the new materials now available through the shop.  Anxious and excited to try the wire and rings out, I sat down for a bit of weaving, and I must admit the fun of playing with new items had me a bit distracted.

 

A small sampling of yesterday's play.  

Due to skipping from one weave to the next, I neglected to notice and correct a couple of migrating rings here and there and will of course take the time to fix the errant part before continuing with the piece.

5.0mm 18g 14kt Gold Plated Rings - European 4-in-1 pattern

8mm 18g Gold over 6mm 18g Silver - Dragonscale Pattern

8mm 18g Silver over 6mm 18g Gold - Dragonscale

6mm 20g Gold and Silver - Spiral

Look for our new items coming soon, or contact us and ask about Custom Work or a piece especially designed for you.

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Bookmark our Official Website or Little Shop of Artists store site, soon to be re-opening to the public.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have encouraged or inspired you to come back and see us again, or to shop with us when you'd like a unique and one of a kind gift.

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 40

Good  Morning,

Today's list comes from some of the shops at handmadeartists.com

An alternative to Etsy and other overwhelming on-line shopping site, pick a category to your left on the home page, scroll through the Highlights or just click around the site and see what beautiful things you might find for your gift giving needs.

From: The Alchemists Vessel

Ivy Chainmaille and Czech Glass Beaded Bracelet

From: Rasmussen Gems and Jewllery, LLC

Hammered Copper Ring

I admit it, I had a hard time posting this one, that poor, poor book!

From Honeysuckle Salvage

Crow Book Origami Crow In Flight Folded Book Art

From: Forked Up Art

Metal Flower Holder Made From Forks

 




From: Pl8links
  
Personalized License Plate Pendant Necklace
 

We would like to encourage you to click through to these wonderful shops and see what they have in the shop for you.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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

Artists On Display

Good Morning,

Today we deviate from our Featured Artists to bring you a brief video of the work on display at Little Shop of Artists

Shelly Moody of:
Green Witch Handmade and The Muddfip Photographer

Sarah Shannon of:
Wire Witchery

Studio RGC
Dark Djinn Designs: Twisted Little Things

Alixandra Browning of:
The Alchemists Vessel and Blackbird Metalworks




There is plenty of space in the shop for more displays, paintings, pottery, photography, textiles, and handmade art of all kinds.

A monthly rental fee applies for participating artists.
But wait, it just doesn't buy you space amenities include:
Shop Business Cards
Local Advertizing
Physical Address (you may now apply for that show you want to attend), and more. 
*Commission Free Sales

Contact us: askus@littleshopofartists.com
Visit our Website: littleshopofartists.com
Like Us on Facebook:  Little Shop of Artists

We are located behind A-1 Video Game Exchange:
Little Shop of Artists
6713 Fairveiw Avenue, Suite B
Boise, ID 83704

We do have some available shelving and a piece of Grid Wall or two via Shelly, if you need Display space, or things to display your wares on, give us a call, come on by the shop and let us see if we can't help you showcase your items in the shop.

Business Hours:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Friday 10:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.

On occasion due to shows or other circumstance, such as meetings, like today, we will be closed.  Every effort will be made to ensure the store is open during operating hours or to announce the closure before hand. 

We are enjoying the first week of business and hope we may inspire you to come on down and visit the shop.  No purchase necessary, no pressure sales, come on in, have a look, talk to our friendly and knowledgeable staff, learn about classes, seek that special and unique gift or item that has been eluding you.  We're always happy to help.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel and Little Shop of Artists would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Five Great Gifts to Give List 19

Good Morning,

Tuesday is here and we have five items from different shops on the Etsy site.

Starting off with a new store on the site.

From: Sheba's Gems

Large Silver Hoop Earrings with Leaf Charm and Turquoise beads, Minimalist Hoops, Leaf Charm Hoop Earrings, Turquoise and Silver Earrings

Thin minimal hoop earrings in silver and turquoise with beautiful leaf charms. Tribal chic - summer fun - hoop earrings.

The earring will fall approx. 4inches (10cm) from your piercing.

Components:
Silver plated surgical steel earwire 20mm (nickel/lead free)
Thin silver plated hoops 60mm
Silver plated leaf charm 20mm ( 4/5 inches )
Semi precious turquoise seed beads

Gift Wrapped - Estimated time of arrival 5-20 working days to most destinations. 

From Sue's Arts
  
Red Jade beaded bracelet, beaded bracelet, elastic bracelet

Gorgeous, elegant, sparkly and unique red Jade gemstone bracelet.

Bracelet is elastic and is about 7" in diameter. If you'd like it smaller or bigger just let me know, I don't charge extra for any adjustments.

CUSTOM ORDERS WELCOME

DELIVERED IN A GIFT BAG

Suzan ♥

From: Zlala959

green phantom quartz pendant No1315

If you want to make jewelry yourself, this item is a very good accessory.

material: green phantom quartz
size:Please see the picture. I put a quarter dollar coin beside the item when I take picture.
color and pattern: please see the picture.
condition: new and never been used.

If you have any questions about shipping, payment and return
policy, please check my shop policies.

From The Button Bird

Vintage Rose Brooch, Gold Flower Pin by Durberry Fifth Avenue

Vintage rose brooch, gold flower pin of beautiful gold tone metal, signed 'DFA' by Durberry Fifth Avenue. This brooch is in great vintage condition! It measures about 2 inches long.

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

From The Alchemists Vessel
  
Kahleesi Necklace Turquoise Copper and Bronze Set

Fit for any Queen Across the Sea, this gorgeous genuine Turquoise, mixed metal necklace and earring set is sure turn heads of all in the Realm, or at least a few co-workers at the office. Named after a character from the George R. R. Martin books and popular HBO series, Kahleesi is sure to please the biggest fans of *Game of Thrones. Perfect for Cos-Play cons, Fantasy Costuming, SCA events, Steam-punk Fashions, Dressy Occasions, or a night out on the town. This jewelry set is truly fit for Royalty. Matching earrings are included. High Fashion Fabulous or Fantasy Fantastic, you can decide, and your out fit will pop with a little something extra special.

Bronze and copper disks are hand cut, sanded, polished and antiqued for a cohesive design and attached with hand spun matching bronze and copper jump rings. Suspended from antiqued bronze chain and accented with two sizes of genuine Turquoise beads. Disks catch the light and shine complimenting the turquoise beautifully. Completed with a matching Lobster Claw clasp.

Chain is 18" long including clasp, swag hangs at 20 - 21"

Arrives boxed, ready for gift giving.

*Pearls may be substituted for a fabulous and unique Wedding Jewelry Set.

Free Shipping on this item.

*This item is not affiliated with the HBO Series in any way.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  In hope that you may choose to see what else some of these shops may have to offer.

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