Handmade Jewelry Creations from Sending Love Gallery

The first time I went to Sending Love Gallery, I had a strong sense of serenity and could feel the love that was used in making all the beautiful handmade jewelry. Phyllis uses top quality gemstone beads, crystals and pearls with her unique sense of style.  Not only will you find handmade jewelry in sterling silver, but there are many creations in gold filled and vermeil as well as vintage look metals.  If you love the rich look of copper jewelry, this is a great place to shop!
Whether you are shopping for yourself or for a gift, visit Sending Love Gallery to  find a wonderful array of earrings, necklaces and bracelets each of which is charged with positive energy and love.   For the latest news, you can follow Sending  Love Gallery on Facebook too!

Sparkling Treasures from Art Made by Tammy

I'm writing today to introduce you to another wonderful jewelry shop, ArtMadebyTammy on Etsy.  You'll find many very beautiful handmade jewelry creations at very affordable prices.  There are plentiful flowers, teardrops and unique lucite beads, fun fashion for many different tastes.  This is a wonderful place to shop for Mother's day gifts, there is so much variety.

Tammy has several very special shop sections, the first I'll mention is Precious metal art.  You'll find very lovely cast metal flowers,  all carefully hand painted for a one of a kind look, like the red poppy shown.  Not only will you find the usual earrings and necklaces that you might expect, there is a pretty selection of floral hair pins.  Need a gift for Mom, but she doesn't like jewelry? You will find beautiful flower bookmarks i Tammy's shop as well.  And don't forget to check out the SALE section, with many great handmade creations from which to choose.

I think my favorite section is Tammy's original art.  She has talent for hand painted  components too.  Look at this beautiful wild flower bead she created for this bracelet, a true one of a kind creation!

Stop by Art Made by Tammy to see more wonderful handmade jewelry and accessories.
You can visit her blog too for cool jewelry finds and other news. Happy shopping!

Creativity Abounds!

It's getting close to Mother's Day.  I know you men are famous for waiting til the last moment to shop, but you will miss out on some beautiful finds if you do.  Today I want to introduce you to one of my favorite shops, LittleBrownBird.  I've made several purchases from Mary, and each item arrived quickly and beautifully crafted.

Two of my friends had babies last year. I ordered these fine silver handprint earrings personalized and my friends were just delighted with them.  There is also a footprint pendant which would make another wonderful Mother's gift.
If you want a personalized gift, you need to order soon!  Of course there is a wonderful selection of earrings in many different flavors.  And you'll find a number of other great creations as you browse around the shop.... be sure to look for the pin-up girls!

You will find many beautiful pendants, many with a vintage flair like this  Blue Bird Pendant.    There are many different necklaces at LittleBrownBird,  I'm sure you'll find something that you will just love.

Mary is more than just a jewelry designer, she makes fabulous fabric hair accessories as well.  There are combs and hairpins and headbands.  I can't tell you how much I wish I had the kind of life where I could wear these beautiful flowers in my hair.

You'll be so happy that you stopped at LittleBrownBird, I guarantee it!

Jewelry Creations from Silver Canyons

I want to introduce you to another wonderful artist who makes handmade jewelry, Silver Canyons. Nicolle is a very adventurous designer who loves to try new techniques and incorporate them into her unique designs.  I love the touches of color she adds to silver by utilizing epoxy enamels or fired cloisonne enamels. You'll find many beautiful jewelry designs with applied color, from bracelets to earrings  at Silver Canyons.  You'll also many classic designs with beautiful gemstones and lamp work glass beads.  Be sure to visit Silver Canyons and browse the neat collection of artisan crafted sterling and fine silver jewelry, you'll be pleased with what you see!

Jewelry 24 Seven

All jewelry, all the time.  This business is very appropriately named.  Bob and Terry, a dynamic creative team, make all kinds of jewelry. Mostly sterling silver with gemstones, pearls, and crystal but you will also find beautiful copper creations as well.
In addition tho their shop on Etsy, you can find their stand alone shop on the web. Bob specializes in making custom sterling silver chains. He has many styles, all made to the size you order, what could be better?

Terry is an earring fanatic. She has a great blog all about earrings.  Bob is a prolific and talented writer as well. You read about his favorite jewelry designers in his blog.
Here is a small preview of Jewelry24Seven on Etsy. You'll find all kinds of beautiful jewelry, from gemstone rings, bracelets and watches and of course earrings and necklaces. There many very unique creations in these shops- so just go and look- you'll be glad you did!

a find.....Blue Scarab Jewelry

I'll admit that I have a problem- I'm a jewelry junkie. It's a rather serious addiction.  I make jewelry, wear jewelry, and wish I could buy way more than I can possibly afford.

I found this great shop I wanted to share with you on Etsy.

Ambers Jewelry has everything from simple earrings and pendants you can wear every day, to beautiful luxe special creations.  Her charm pendants are very cool because you can wear the stones in combinations that you choose.

If you are looking for a very special one of a kind piece, this is the place to look.

And Amber is very generous , donating 10 percent of her sales to the Susan G Komen cancer research fund.

Oh- are you wondering where Amber finds so many beautiful gemstones? I know her secret... she also sells them!

The Winter Challenge

Welcome to the EtsyNJ Team Tuesday blog hop! This is our very first edition.
Here in the Northeast, some weeks we are are stuck in out homes for days on end... too much snow, or rain, or too cold, too windy.
It can be a real challenge if you have children to keep them away from the boredom monster.  Here are a few fun items I've found on Etsy that may help you win the battle.

The Enchanted Cupboard is full of great wooden playthings... And there are dolls and playsets for girls AND boys. Check out the astronaut !

How about some crochet or knit playthings? There are many shops you can visit: Made by Melissa,  Creations by Danielle, Chimera,  and Snoodle Studio just to name a few.
If your children are creative and love crafting, be sure to visit DribsNDrabs for scrapbooking supplies.
Remember, shop local, shop handmade!

Garnets for January

Garnets have been used in jewelry from the ancient times. The most familiar color is deep red, but they may range from red to yellow, green and black. There is even a rare variety which changes color throughout the day! Garnets are rumored to help with business success and protect travelers. Garnet has been known as a stone of purity and truth as well as a symbol of love and compassion.

But lets' talk about the jewelry here. You can find lots of beautiful garnet jewelry from the JET team on Etsy.

First, some beautiful earrings from Sending Love Gallery. Sterling silver with rhodolite garnets and fresh water pearls. A sweet and simple design!

In a more romantic mode,  these sterling silver filagree earrings  from the Brass Hussy will make you feel feminine and flirty!

Lastly, I'll show you a lovely stacking ring in sterling silver in my shop. But don't stop looking here! Head over to Etsy and search the tags "jetteam, garnet" under "Handmade". You'll find dozens of beautiful jewelry creations to fulfill your garnet cravings.

wordless wednesday

Fashion Tips!

I've found a few blogs with great jewelry fashion tips.
Lots of beautiful jewelry shops are featured by the Jet Team here.
Here's a new one with color tips for spring by Silver Canyons
And Michon's blog always has wonderful fashion finds.
And if you want to find out what the NJ artists are up to, you can peek here.

New Year's Surprise!

My etsy shop has been rolling along now for almost 2 years. Lots of great jewelry, a variety so there are many choices for many tastes.
It was a big surprise to me when my Acorn Pendant was included in the latest voter poll.  This acorn has  a long history. The bottom was cast from a real acorn. I carved the top of the acorn in wax.  It sat dormant for several years in my idea box.  This year I finally dusted it off and made several in brass and sterling silver as well as all sterling. Because it is made in lost wax, each one will be slightly unique, a one of a kind treasure.

There are many great jewelry items from my JET team  in this voter poll.  So, if you are not fond of my acorn, take time to check out the other jewelry and I will not mind if  you vote for one of my friends!

EtsyNJ Thanksgiving Sale

It's that time of year again where we are having a huge sale!
The EtsyNJ team is hosting a team wide sales event that begins on Wednesday, November 25 and ends on Monday, November 30. With over 50 shops participating, you are sure to find something you absolutely love. Search "EtsyNJ Thanksgiving Sale" at Etsy.com Be sure to put "EtsyNJ Thanksgiving" in the notes to seller at checkout.

Reminder: Check each shop description for more details. Sale ends Monday 11/30 at midnight, unless otherwise specified by the individual shop owner. You must pay each shop individually, contact shop owner with any questions.

To browse participating shops by sales promotion, click on the following links:

Free Shipping

10% - 20 % off entire purchase (not including shipping)

Free gift with every purchase

BOGO - Buy One Get One Half Off

Or, see below for the entire list of participating shops!

Free Shipping

AJK Artisry: http://ajkartistry.etsy.comHandmade Cards and Gifts (free shipping applies only to holiday cards)

Anne Sailer Design: http://annesailer.etsy.com
Handmade jewelry of metals & minerals; mixed media art

Bella Mental: http://BellaMental.Etsy.com

Black Bird�s Closet: http://blackbirdscloset.etsy.com
Crafty Supplies

Brief Moments Photography: http://www.briefmoments.etsy.com
Fine Art Photographs and Pendants

Capital City Crafts: http://capitalcitycrafts.etsy.com
Sterling silver jewelry with character!

Creations By Robin: http://www.CreationsByRobin.etsy.com
handmade authentic sea glass jewelry & decorations

DharmaKarmaArts: http://www.etsy.com/shop/DharmaKarmaArts
India inspired art and jewelry. Selling for a cause.

Deirdre Ryan Photography: http://blackbird72.etsy.com
Fine Art Prints

EmptyHeartCreations: http://emptyheartcreations.etsy.com
Inspired Jewelry, Accessories, Guitar Straps, and Pendants

Happiknits: http://www.happiknits.etsy.com
Knit Accessories

Heather James Photography: http://www.heatherjamesphoto.etsy.com
Photography and Prints

herYammesty: http://www.herYammesty.etsy.com
fabric covered button gifts and charm jewelry

Jewels of Saraswati: http://www.jewelsofsaraswati.etsy.com
Yoga Inspired Jewelry and Malas (Free Shipping to US & Canada)!


Kame Knits: http://kameknits.etsy.com
Knitted and crocheted baby sets, wraps, hats, scarves, blankets, custom items!

LoreleyJewelry: http://www.christinec.etsy.com
Contemporary handmade jewelry

Meribella: http://meribella.etsy.com
Wearable Art � Hand forged silver Jewelry

MS. Jewelry Design: http://www.msjewelrydesign.etsy.com
Elegant Handmade Beaded Jewelry

Original Abbie: http://abbieroad.etsy.com


Ponte Pretties: http://www.pontepretties.etsy.com
hand crocheted hats and gifts

Seahorse Designs: http://www.SeahorseDesigns.etsy.com
Fun Funky Wearable Art

Stefanie Silverman: http://www.stefaniesilverman.etsy.com
Original pastel and mixed media artwork, note cards

Susan Itkin Batik: http://susanitkinbatik.etsy.com
Hand-dyed clothing, home decor, wall art and cards

Susan's Treasures: http://www.susanstreasures.etsy.com
Handcrafted Textile Gifts for the family

The Devils In Details: http://thedevilsindetails.etsy.com
Handmade Fairy Ornaments

The Tote Trove: http://www.thetotetrove.etsy.com
Hand-painted totes, purse accessories, jewelry, and more!

WoollyBoo: http://www.etsy.com/shop/woollyboo
all natural sleeping sets, comforters, mattress pads, pillows and sleep sacks

Free Gift With Purchase

Alathea Papergoods: http://AlatheaPapergoods.etsy.com
Scripture based stationery (and other papergoods)

Alonia Creations: http://sue114.etsy.com
Accessories for women and children

Be Noticed Jewelry: http://benoticed.etsy.com
wire, glass and stamped metal jewelry

Darlingdazzlesbowtiq: http://darlingdazzlesbowtiq.etsy.com
Infant headbands/girls hair accessories

Dragon's Den: http://dragon06.etsy.com
Handmade candles, soap, and lotion

Frosted Treats: http://frostedtreats.etsy.com
Handmade Clay Charms, Jewelry, and Accessories

Happy Hound Creative: http://happyhoundcreative.etsy.com
Custom Stationary

krisamels: http://krisamels.etsy.com
Handmade Housewares, Jewelry & Vintage Fabulousness

Lori Citsay Jewelry: http://LoriCitsay.etsy.com
Handmade Sterling Silver Jewelry

Made By Melissa: http://madebymelissa.etsy.com
Handmade Jewelry and Crochet Accessories and Toys

Pipsqueak Soap Company: http://pipsqueaksoap.etsy.com
Handmade Soap

The Angry Robot: http://www.theangryrobot.etsy.com
Pinback buttons, magnets and more

The Soy Girl: http://thesoygirl.etsy.com
Soy Candles

10 - 20% off entire purchase (not including shipping)

Alonia Creations: http://sue114.etsy.com
Accessories for women and children

Baublettes: http://www.baublettes.etsy.com
Swanky Handmade Baubles! (Wire & Bead Jewelry)

Beach Chik Designs: http://beachchik.etsy.com
Personalized gifts and home d�cor

Beccijo: http://www.theenchantedcupboard.etsy.com
Hand painted wooden toys and playsets

Bed Of Roses Boutique: http://bedofrosesboutique.etsy.com
Hand Painted Glassware & More. Handcrafted Doggie Signs & Ornaments

CatsCrochetCorner: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CatsCrochetCorner
Crochet Accessories

Deepshade Creations: http://deepshade.etsy.com
Handwoven Chainmaille Jewelry and Accessories

Designs By Denise: http://demdesigns.etsy.com
Handmade jewelry for all occasions

Dribs n' Drabs: http://DribsnDrabs.etsy.com
Handmade Gifts and Stamping Supplies

JenSan Candles: http://www.etsy.com/shop/JenSanCandles
Handmade candles, organic soap, Dead Sea Bath Scrubs, Reed Diffusers and Crochet scented sachets

katylua: http://www.katylua.etsy.com
Knits, Jewelry, Apparel, Top Secret Goodies

New Hope Beading: http://www.newhopebeading.etsy.com/
Handcrafted jewelry

The Crochet Nanny: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6066426
Custom crochet for babies and photographers

theMayflower Fashions: http://www.themayflower.etsy.com


BOGO - Buy One Get One 50% Off

Miss Emma's Closet: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MissEmmasCloset
Miss Emma's closet is handmade for mommy and baby

Wreathmic Creations: http://wreathmiccreations.etsy.com
Handmade silk floral wreaths, arrangements and centerpieces

Weekend Deals

The JET team is having a huge sale this weekend, September 25th through 27th. Shop til you drop this weekend with some great offers from the JET team on 
Etsy. Whether you're looking for something special for a birthday, 
would like to accessorize your outfit for the upcoming Halloween fun, 
or are already looking forward to the Christmas season - you'll find 
plenty of jewelry and accessories to choose from in the JET team 
SALE.
JET team comprises of a large number of artisans who handcraft and 
present for sale their own creations directly to you. There are many 
styles of jewelry to choose from, and if, on an odd chance, you 
don't find exactly what you're looking for, you can always request a 
custom item. Supplies, clutches, bags, hair accessories, scarves, pins 
and many other items are also included in this promotion.
Shop local with us! Whether you're in US, Canada, UK, Australia, Asia, 
Brazil, or Europe - you'll find a shop close to you as our members are 
located all over the world!
I'm sure you are wondering how to find all the great items on sale. It's easy, just log in to Etsy.com and seacrh handmade items for the tag "jetsale". You'll be dazzled by what you find in the list!

500 Hearts

Any of your who are familiar with Etsy know about hearts. I was up to 496 hearts the other day and ran an announcement saying I'd give some earrings to my 500th heart.

the winner is Jean- a fellow jewelry maker. Here's what she has to say:

The way I started making jewelry is kind of funny. I bought a necklace at Walmart and I didn't really like it, so I took it apart and redid it, so I liked it better. Then, I wanted a matching bracelet and earrings and I did the same thing. Then I began to think that there had to be a cheaper and easier way to do this and my hobby/obsession was born.


Every summer, I sell at a very popular market and one of my friends there asked me if I'd ever heard of Etsy. "What's that?" I asked and she explained it to me. I began with just listing a few things and now I have three shops: SilverSmack.etsy.com, SuperiorStones.etsy.com, and MoonMystic.etsy.com. Each shop has it's own style and personality.

My current favorite materials are are flashy stones, like labradorite, moonstone, kyanite, and sunstone. I also love working with silver- hammering, oxidizing, texturing, buffing, twisting it, and just seeing what I can make it do.

This is my favorite item in your shop and a great photo too! The awesome specimen of Labradorite is perfectly accented by the hammered circle. jean you must have the magic touch because this pendant was just sold!

Ceramic Arts

My oldest friend from college days at the School for American Craftsmen is Jeff Glockson, an incredibly talented ceramic artist. We utilize many mass produced ceramic objects in our everyday lives. Fine art ceramic objects have a totally different life. I'm putting Jeff and his art in the spotlight, because the process of creation is very complex.
The ceramic artist must possess many skills. The scientist must experiment with the clay compositions, to find the right formula that will not only hold the form properly when wet and pliable, but it must also dry and endure firing in the kiln without cracking. Every artist has his own favorite formulas. Addionally, he must also develop glaze formulas that will work with the clay, fire properly with the correct colors. As much as one must work scientifically, there is still the element of the unknown . The clay might not dry properly, the kiln might not heat evenly, many factors cannot be precisely controlled, as much as one might try.
Jeff loves nature. He has magnificent gardens. It's quite logical that he would focus on making sculptures and objects to enhance a garden. Here is a preview of some of his new work.
For more information, please visit his website, JB Designs Gallery.

Birdhouse and sculpture designs copyright 2009 by Jeff Glockson

Just plain fun shopping

There are several shops that will be selling Saturday July 11 at the OM Baby show who are just plain fun. They have wonderful creative , handmade products for many aspects of your life.

If you like decorations, be sure to check the creations from Pinkbuttercreme. Tami enjoys creating in a various media and you will find many charming items at her booth.
Be sure to visit the booth of one of our organizers, Beachchik. Kim has created not only really adorable clothing for little ones, but wonderful accents for your home.
While I'm mentioning organizers, Yin will have an assortment of her delicious popcorn and teas as well as some of her other fun creations. You can visit her shops for a preview whatseatingyin and yinvivo weddings and photography. My friend loved the curried popcorn!


Looking forward to meeting many of you and shopping on Saturday!

Plenty of Images at OM Baby

If you love photographic art, you will have plenty of items to please your eye at the OM Baby craft show on July 11th in Pt. Pleasant, New Jersey. Of course each artist has a unique style and point of view, so there is a of variety of images from which to choose
BriefMoments has wonderful images ready for framing and as affordable, beautiful jewelry. You will find music, vintage and inspirational themes. Of course, there are some nature photographs as well. Since the show is at the Jersey Shore, I'm sharing this from the shop of Maribeth Corona-Evans.






Heart of Nature features beautiful color images by Kitty Wilkin. She has prints ready for framing as well as numerous cards available. Here's just one sample of her unique vision.


See you there!

Reclaim, Repurpose Creative!

Two of the shops participating in the OM Baby show specialize in reclaiming and repurposing items, creating unique one of a kind objects quite different from the original materials.

Kecia says of her shops:
Lemoncholy's Studio (keeshagirl4.etsy.com and lemoncholys.com) practices the 4 R's: recycle, reclaim, reinvent and then re imagined. i am a mixed media and jewelry artist and i like to take vintage castaway items and turn them into modern, exciting edgy pieces. All my jewelry pieces are one of a kind, never to be duplicated using such items as a vintage sterling silver teething ring to an old German porcelain doll. You'll see lots of texture and opposing elements such as rust and rhinestones. I feel my pieces all have a story to tell with their humble history.
Claire Baker has a wide variety of products in her shops. She is eco-friendly in her repurposed products- from cardboard wallets to plarn totes, as well are beautiful sewn market bags. You can see her creations at Copabanas on Etsy and at 1000 Markets



These are just two of the fabulous creaive shops that will be participating in the OM Baby show on July 11! Don't miss this great opprotunity to shop.

Get Ready to Shop!

Save the date! Saturday July 11th is the second OM Baby Etsy NJ craft fair in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. The will be lots of great handmade items, both indoors and out. Plan a day out and enjoy the shore and some shopping.
More to come about the shops participating... you can find more information on faceboook too!

Treasures of New Jersey

A few weeks ago, I finally was able to visit the NJ Maritime History Museum.
I bet you are wondering what connection the Museum has to cool gifts.... it's very simple! The museum itself is a treasure, and a gift to anyone who makes the time to visit. But in addition- the gift shop is almost exclusively handmade in New Jersey products!
I hope that if you are visiting the Jersey shore , you will make some time to visit and of course take home some treasures hand made here in the Garden State!