Summer Class

Wow, we have been working on so much lately--but that is going to take multiple posts.  Today I wanted to give you a sneak peek at the class we are going to be teaching this summer at Pink Flamingo Beads in Powell, Ohio. 

We have been playing around with Vintaj brass for the past few months, and have pretty much fallen in love with it.  We have discovered soooo many different techniques that can be used on the brass, and just love the fact that it is so versatile.  We have finally gotten to a point with the products where we are comfortable enough to share some of the techniques with others.  Which leads me to the title of this post.  We are going to be teaching a Vintaj bracelet class this summer.  We will cover numerous techniques from punching holes in the brass, to dapping, embossing, and using patinas. 

So...without further adieu, here is the bracelet!

All for the cause!

Recently, Kathy and I were contacted by a woman named Tammy Powell who was interested in jewelry for her new business.  After meeting with Tammy, we found out that she is in the process of funding her non-profit organization called Love You More. On her Facebook page, Tammy says, "Love You More is dedicated to helping children that have been affected by drug abuse. Having seen the affects drug abuse has had on children, Love You More strives to help children LOVE THEMSELVES MORE than to choose the same path of drug use and abuse." 
We have met with Tammy a couple of times now, and have come up with a preliminary jewelry line for her.  We are so excited to share these pieces!  If you are interested in purchasing any of this jewelry, please contact Tammy via her Love You More facebook page http://www.facebook.com/ChildrenDeserveBetter, or e-mail her at tammy@loveumore4kids.com.

Tammy, we are SO enjoying working with you!!

The Christmas Shop is open for business!!

Well folks, it's that time of year again!  The "most wonderful time of the year!"  Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?  How about Christmas baking?  I just put my first batch of Christmas brownies in the oven for the first Christmas party of the season tonight!  The tree is lit, wreaths in the windows...how about some Christmas jewelry to go with the spirit?  Check out the Christmas Shop button above for some truly unique (and tasty) Christmas jewelry!  Enjoy!

Conferences and Art Shows

As I mentioned in my last post, Kathy recently had the privilege of being one of the Artists in Residence at the OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence) Conference.  We were also lucky enough to have the opportunity to participate in the Art Show at the OACB (Ohio Association of County Boards Serving People with Developmental Disabilities) Conference yesterday.  All of the vendors were people with disabilities, and we met some amazing people--both customers and vendors!  Overall, it was an absolutely wonderful experience!  Here are some pictures from the shows.

OCALI Conference

Kathy spent the week as one of the Artists in Residence at the OCALI Conference in Columbus.  She met many interesting people, and really had a great time!
If you are from the OCALI Conference and new to our blog...WELCOME!  We are so glad you decided to check us out!  Don't forget to use your 25% off discount on any purchases you might make.  Rather than clicking on the "buy now" button, please leave a comment on this post, or e-mail me at stbrown.84@gmail.com, and I will send you a PayPal invoice with the discounted price.  I hope you enjoy looking around!

Memory Bracelets

How cool would it be to keep all of your best memories with you all the time?  Well...you can!  Not only can you have them with you, but you can WEAR them!  We can take your photographs, transform them into charms, and create a unique piece of jewelry.  Our most popular type of memory jewelry is charm bracelets, but we can also create pendants, earrings--anything your heart desires!!  Click on the "memory jewelry" tab above to learn more.  We would love to use your photographs to create works of art!

A memory charm bracelet made from wedding photos.

Dublin Irish Festival

Anyone going to the Dublin Irish Festival this weekend?  We made up some adorable jewelry so you can get all decked out!  If you're not going, these simple charms are the perfect complement to just about any outfit.  Choose your design, and then choose either a 24" ball chain necklace or a purse charm/keychain.  (Specify all this when you checkout in PayPal).  The rings are cute for this weekend, but we can do them in any colors (more to come on that soon).  Contact us if you are interested in other colors.  They are so fun to wear!
Click on the "Shop" button in you are interested.
Everyone have a fun and safe weekend!