Five Great Gifts To Give List A-14

Good Morning,

We are back with our Five Great Gifts To Give Lists this year.  This time we will be using the alphabet, followed by the year to create the list numbers and make posts easier to separate from last year's.

For the first list we have paid a visit to the Road To Success Team on Etsy and selected five shops and items that we think you'll like.

Let's start off with a favorite, art by

From: Jackie Guttuso Designs:

Coffee art, Original, Kitchen art acrylic, Coffee collage, Kitchen painting, Coffee cup art, Kitchen decor, Dining room art, Coffee painting

 

Description:  

This 8 x 10 original coffee collage is an original, one of a kind piece. I created with acrylic paint on professional grade heavy watercolor paper. It would make a unique gift for the coffee lover and would look great hanging in a kitchen or dining room.

I created it with lots of layers of color so that it will go with many different colors. I left it unframed and unmatted so that you can choose colors that match your decor, but you can see what it might look like framed and matted by viewing the photos above.

Visit my shop to see more coffee art, tea art, kitchen art and original, whimsical kids art and ready to hang gallery wrap giclee prints and canvas giclee prints:

 

From: MozelleB

Yin Yang Marker Drawing 16" X 20"

 Description:

 THE PHOTO ABOVE IS A PROTOTYPE FOR WEB USE ONLY!
Purchased prints will not feature copyright writing through the piece.
You will receive a high resolution 16" X 20" print on photo paper.
Can be ordered in various sizes with varying prices (5" X 7", 8" X 10", 11" X 14" and 24" X 30")

 From: Ankanate

 Crazy lace Agate sterling silver metalwork aristic necklace

 Description: 

Hello :)
I present You metalwork sterling silver necklace,
with lovely crazy lace agate. Oxidized, silver element is 36x42mm - 1,41"x1,65" + chain length 43cm - 16,92"

It is one of kind work. Jewelry is made in a single copy, because the natural stones used in them are unique, and it depends on them the whole concept: From design to effect the final presented below. 

From: The Flowered Fox

Tribal Geometric Drop Earrings

 

Description:  Tribal Geometric Drop Earrings

The Flowered Fox tribal geometric drop earrings offer a trendy, edgy look that is eye-catching and sophisticated. Their singular style is perfect for setting off your own unique wardrobe and helping you become the envy of all of your friends. Add a trendy, tribal flash to your collection today! These unique, hand-crafted earrings are a great way to show the world your cutting edge sense of style.

These tribal geometric drop earrings are composed of a hand-sawn and filed brass triangle, brass plated chains and brass earring hooks. They measure approximately 3 inches long and 1.5 inches wide.

The Flowered Fox offers sophisticated, trend-setting jewelry with a romantic flair. All pieces are hand-crafted with personal care for the best quality, and your satisfaction is guaranteed.

Love these triangle earrings but want something slightly different? Request a custom order by clicking the ‘Request a Custom order’ button above this description.

 

From: Sol Create Studios

Just Sway, 12x16, Original Acrylic Abstract Painting, Turquoise, Red, Black White, Abstract Painting, Home Decor,

Description: 
ABSTRACT PAINTING / ORIGINAL ART / RED, TURQUOISE, BLACK AND WHITE

Title: Just Sway
Size: 12"x16" on stretched canvas

"Just Sway" is an abstract acrylic painting inspired by music. The way music can open your heart space, your mind , and your creativity.

Thank you for your interest in my art.

Be well, CREATE!!!

**ROOM VIEWS ARE NOT TRUE TO SIZE

Shipping:
Original Paintings will ship in 1-3 days
Prints are made to order and will take approximately 7-14 days.
All art is packaged properly to help ensure safe shipping.

International Shipping is available.

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We hope we have inspired you to peruse these individual shops on your own and find something to your liking.

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

Introduction To The Craft Star

Hello,

The blog has been on hiatus for a while, but we are back posting and sharing the latest creations, fashion finds and events.

This morning I would like to introduce a new way to shop or sell on line.  Hand made or vintage items are welcome here, along with supplies and other neat ways to shop the selections avaiable from the individual stores hosted by the site:

The CraftStar

  
Let's start by having a look at the Greeting Page

 Here you see the menu bar, at top left, as well as a convenient block of share buttons, including google +, twitter, and Facebook to the right.

Login - we'll get to that later.

Here is a neat way to shop with them, no logging in, no remembering a password, just press play on the video and watch an amazing selection of items roll by.  This particular feature video is called "Arm Candy" and features wonderful bracelets from different shops on the site.

Like what you see?  You may also click on individual photos below, and be taken to the item itself for purchase.

Here is the video (from you tube) shared below.  The Alchemist Vessel is also pleased to have the  Sea of Love Chainmaille Bracelet included in this unique promotional video.

 


Continue to scroll down the page, which by the way, has giant beautiful graphics, and photos, here you will find The CraftStar Favorites - Handpicked items the staff loves, and you will too.  Don't scroll too fast or you'll miss another cool feature the Live Sales Videos (more on that in a minute).

Once again The Alchemists Vessel is pleasantly surprised to see an item from the store featured  here.

Remember I mentioned that Live Sales Video. "Watch Live Video from The CraftStar", link.  allows you to watch four different creators, makers, and crafters talk about their items and buy them directly during the show at a discount!   How cool is that. 

Continue to scroll and you will find Buttons to join either the site or the newsletter, and The CraftStar Collections.  If you are familiar with Etsy, you will recognize these as Treasuries or if you're a fan of Handmade Artists you will recognize them as Highlights.  Put together buy the members of The CraftStar they are just that, collections of items from the various stores on the site.

Here you may click the Shop TheCraftStar button and browse the site.

Click the Become A Seller button to join the site and open  your own shop.  (Membership is $5.00 / month)

Click the Blog button to read their blog.

Click the Join Newsletter to become a non-seller member and shop or browse to your heart's content.  Free.

*Membership of any kind is NOT required to shop or buy from The CraftStar.

Continue to scroll to the end of the page and you will find the Featured Artist and more links to help you navigate the site.

We hope you'll stop by and have a look.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.  We're glad to be back and that you are still with us.

NOTE:  All photos are screenshots of the Greeting Page, all logos, designs and links belong to The CraftStar.

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

Welcome 2014

Hello,

Thank you for your continued support. New and exciting things are happening this year, and we hope you will continue to follow us, and support your local independent Small Businesses, wherever you may reside.

 
This is the Year of the Wood or Green Horse according to the Chinese Calendar. 

May your year be wonderful.

The Alchemists Vessel

Year's End Announcements

Hello,

The end of 2013 is almost here, and I can hardly believe it has gone by so fast.  This year has brought some milestones for The Alchemists Vessel, and we can't wait to see what 2014 has in store.

The Alchemists Vessel, Blackbird Metalworks, and all of us at Little Shop of Artists would like to thank you for your support and hope you will continue to support us and your local businesses all year long.

Little Shop of Artists -END OF YEAR SALE!


The store will be closed to the public for the month of January as we reorganize, restock, take inventory, and prepare for 2014's events, including shows, markets and fairs.  We hope you will continue to follow this blog for our schedule of activities.

The Alchemists Vessel, Blackbird Metalworks, Tools of Magic and Arachknits will have huge discounts and savings on all jewelry, metaphysical and hand-knit wares in-store.  Come down and save 30 - 50% off you favorite items.

Little Shop of Artists

6713 Fairview Avenue

Boise, ID 83704

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

December, 28th and 29th

TWO DAYS ONLY

Save on all

Sterling Silver and Genuine Gemstone Jewelry by:

The Alchemists Vessel and 

Blackbird Metalworks  

Earrings, Necklaces, Rings and Sets

Metaphysical Items from

Tools of Magic

Crystals, Incense, Jewelry

Hand-knit Items from

Arachknits

Scarves and Muffatees

Don't forget to check out the wonderful selection of Handmade Wire Wrapped Jewelry from

Wire Witchery

Happy Holidays Everyone

Great Gifts To Give List 42

Good Morning,


Tuesday's are usually devoted to five items from around the web that would make great gifts.  

Today, I want to share another type of gift, something you can give to help another in their time of need.  There are lots of worthy charities, causes and other local groups and organizations in your area that are happy to take a donation.

ASPCA
You can make a monetary donation on line (just 60 cents a day can help a dog or cat) or perhaps visit or call your local shelter and ask if there is anything they may need, Pet Food, blankets, toys, perhaps a small monetary donation for things like medicines.  Let's not forget those less fortunate this year.





ONE WARM COAT

This site is geared towards kids, not everyone has a coat to keep them warm, especially children as they grow out of them so fast.  The link will take you to the site map, where, if you wish, you may type in your zip code to find a place to make your own coat donation.  Warm your heart by warming up a child with a coat this year.


Toys For Tots 




From the site link you can make a monetary donation, ask for a toy for a child, or find / host a Toy Drive.

American Red Cross


There are many ways to assist, the link will take you to their "Ways To Help" page and find out how to:
Donate
Fund-raise
Talk / Teach / Host a Class
Volunteer
Get involved with a local group organization.
Every little bit helps.


This last one you'll have to do on your own.  Every once in a while lists are printed, published or put out somewhere for Seniors in Need, this could be anything from a bottle of lotion, to a warm blanket or any small item that may be beyond a Senior's means.  I encourage you to look though your local papers, open the phone book and find a hospice or other Senior Care facility, give them a call, make a note, then choose a Senior or several and purchase those small items that may be needed. It will make you feel good, and you will be giving the Senior a gift of more than just lotion.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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



 

Cyber Monday New Items

Good Morning,

I would like to thank those that stopped by the shop during Shop Small Saturday.

Today is "Cyber Monday", if you would like to shop on line you may find us at these sites:

The Alchemists Vessel on Etsy
The Alchemists Vessel on Handmade Artists

You may also find us on Facebook, and shop directly from the fan page, featuring special deals and discounts only available from the facebook page.  

Shop Directly on Facebook

On the fan / business page, click the box that reads "The Alchemists Vessel" beneath the cover photo.  A new window or screen will load showing all the neat things on the site, and you can purchase them right from Facebook!   How convenient is that?

We also have some neat new items in-store at Little Shop of Artists

New Earrrings

 

Simple, fun fashion, drop / dangle earrings in a variety of colors, styles and accents.  Here are simple glass bead and metal charm earrings.

Sterling Silver plated charms, genuine gemstones and hand-linked chain create these cute pairs, perfect for teens or something whimsical for yourself.

We also have a variety of Asian Motif Hair Stick and Natural Wood Combs, sealed in clear plastic for hygiene's sake, available in colors or neutral tones shone here.  Makes a create vanity decoration and  the hair sticks look great tucked into an up-doo.

Shown: Large Comb with Hair-sticks.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

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