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Beaded Serving Piece Review

New Product
Breast Cancer Fork

A fork is a fork, right?  Wrong!  Add some fun to your spread with these beaded serving pieces.  Stainless steel forks are hand beaded only with lead-free glass gems, beads, and wire.  They are 7″ long, and perfect for serving up olives, pickles, cheese, fruit and more.  Choose from the Breast Cancer Awareness Fork, Peace Fork, Rock On Fork, Number 1 Fork, The Finger Fork, and Hook Em Horns Fork.  Each can be custom made to the buyer’s color specifications.

This is one of those FUN FINDS that will have shoppers giggling!  They’ll buy for housewarming gifts, or make a spontaneous point-of-purchase selection for themselves.  They’re priced right, and are a definite conversation piece!

Peace Fork

Peace Fork

Rock On Fork

Rock On Fork

Number 1 Fork

Number 1 Fork

Hook Em Horns Fork

Hook Em Horns Fork

Finger Fork

Finger Fork (BEST SELLER!)

Wire Wrapped Genuine Stone Review

New Product
Superior Lake Agate Pendant

Beauty and nature are often intertwined.  Sometimes in an untouched state, sometimes after gentle manipulation by a creative mind.  This is clear in Krista’s handmade, wire wrapped genuine stone jewelry.  The fusion of nature and nurture, life and love, creatively and appropriately joined in a piece of wearable art that lies close to one’s heart.

Krista bends and works the wire by hand, creating the perfect enclave for the focal point of the piece.  Buyers may choose Argentium® Sterling Silver, Copper, or 14/20 Gold Filled wire.  The gemstones used come straight from the earth, and are available in many shapes and colors.  The beauty of each piece speaks for itself, from the vibrant natural color to the intricately wrapped wire.  Each is a statement piece and is one-of-a-kind.  Register online as a wholesale buyer and receive free access to Krista’s wholesale line sheet.

Labradorite Pendant

Labradorite Pendant

Garnet Pendant

Wire Wrapped Garnet Pendant

Rainbow Moonstone Pendant

Rainbow Moonstone Pendant

Amethyst and Pearl Earrings in Copper

Amethyst and Pearl Earrings in Copper

Wire Wrapped Amethyst Pendant

Wire Wrapped Amethyst Pendant

Wire Wrapped Baltic Amber Pendant

Wire Wrapped Baltic Amber Pendant

Wire Wrapped Labradorite Pendant

Wire Wrapped Labradorite Pendant

Embroidered Linen Pillow Review

May 24, 2013

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Embroidered Linen Pillow

Women like pretty pillows…and not just for the bedroom.  For the living room, the family room, the sun room, wherever there is a sofa or comfy chair.  What we love even more than decorative pillows is a decorative pillow imparting a message to us each time we walk by.  Cindy’s passion for fabric combines with her sentimental nature to provide quality products with a personal touch.  Her pillows are not too firm or too soft, but just right; attractive; and meticulously constructed…equal if not better quality than similar pillows found at major trendy retailers. Her creative and witty sayings add a custom touch than will leave you smiling (click here and open image for full listing).

Cindy is a brick-and-mortar shop owner herself, and displays her pillows together in antique crates or baskets, and also sprinkles them all over the store, and they always sell!  These pillows are especially perfect as housewarming gifts and wedding gifts, but are also fun to buy for oneself.  Take it from another shop owner that this is a sure bet.

Retailers, register for free online as a wholesale buyer, and receive access to Cindy’s wholesale line sheet.

Embroidered Linen PIllow

Embroidered Linen Pillow, Square

Embroidered Linen Pillow III

Embroidered Linen Pillow, Square

Embroidered Linen Pillow, Rectangle

Embroidered Linen Pillow, Rectangle

Hand Stamped Jewelry Review

New Product
Fine Silver Pendants

A vintage look with modern flair.  Difficult to achieve?  Yes.  Worth the painstaking process to put forth a product that is amazingly handmade? Definitely.  Donna is a self-taught, experienced metal-smith who turned her passion into a successful jewelry business…but it’s more than that.  Donna states “My jewelry is about making connections. I want my jewelry to speak to you and connect with you on an emotional level. I want to help you celebrate family and friendships; memorialize special people who have passed on; remind you of essential affirmations…. I want to make jewelry that has special meaning to you.”  This is clearly achieved in her line of hand-stamped sterling silver and copper jewelry.  Her affirmational half-cuff bracelets feature many metal-smith techniques, including chasing, hand stamping, riveting, wire wrapping, and chainmaille.  Her Heritage Series fine silver pendants are artisan-made from the impressions of antique and vintage wax seals, intaglios, letterpress, and buttons.  Be it pendants, earrings, or bracelets, Donna’s extensive jewelry collection imparts motivation and inspiration, fulfilling not just the tangible need to accessorize, but the emotional need to feel beautiful and empowered.

Affirmational Half Cuff Bracelets

Copper Collage Earrings

Copper Collage Earrings

Sterling Silver Earrings

Sterling Silver Earrings

Two Hearts Mixed Metal Necklace

Two Hearts Mixed Metal Necklace

Copper Hoarfrost Earrings

Copper Hoarfrost Earrings

Handmade Rag Quilt Review

May 17, 2013

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Deer Throw Quilt

Who doesn’t like to cuddle up with a nice, warm blanket?  You know you do!  From infants to great-grandparents, a beautiful quilt is not only warm, it is comfortable, beautiful, and sentimental.  It is as much of a decor piece as a functional piece, that can be gifted for a baby shower, wedding or anniversary gift, birthday gift, Mother’s Day…the options are endless.

Wendy has been sewing for nearly 20 years.  She was introduced to rag quilts in 2006, and fell in love!  After some experimentation, she realized cotton fabrics fray beautifully, and that became her medium of choice.  All of her rag quilts are reversible.  One side is finished, and the other side has exposed seams that are snipped and frayed to create a shabby chic look.  All quilts are made using designer 100% cotton fabrics.   Each square is sewn with a lightweight, natural cotton batting in the middle.  Every quilt is washed once to start the ragging process.  They can be machine washed in cold water and machine dried. The more they are washed and dried, the raggier and softer they will become.

Large/throw-size quilts measure about 46”x65”.  These can be displayed at the end of a bed or over a couch.  They are also the perfect size for a picnic.  These unique quilts are sure to be a hit when guests are over!  Medium/kid-size quilts measure about 38”x46”.  These are a mini-throw that a boy or girl will enjoy in his / her room.  They can be used nicely as a lap blanket or in the stroller for snuggling on the go!  Small/baby-size quilts measure about 33”x38”.  These quilts are ideal for our tiny loved ones.  They are small enough to fit in a diaper bag or drape it over a crib for display.  Babies will love the edges which can promote the development of fine motor skills!

Register online as a wholesale buyer, and receive FREE access to Wendy’s wholesale line sheet same day!

Medium Bella Throw Quilt

Bella Throw Quilt

Large Romance Throw Quilt

Romance Throw Quilt

Baby Windsor Quilt

Baby Windsor Quilt

Baby Stella Quilt

Baby Stella Quilt

Large Grey Throw Quilt

Grey Throw Quilt

Jewelry & Accessory Review

May 2, 2013

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"Ella" Headband

Versatility. In a jewelry line it’s achieved when an artisan addresses the nuances in her clients’ needs, while staying true to her brand’s individual style.  Catherine does this by combining different color palettes, and incorporating a variety of materials.  She uses semi-precious stones, pewter, sterling silver, and fabric when crafting her line of necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, and headbands.  Her jewelry components are thoughtfully chosen, and always of the highest quality.  Her expansive product line includes various styles of given items, allowing you to choose a selection that would best represent your shop’s true identity.  Register online as a wholesale buyer, and receive free access to this vendor’s wholesale line sheet.

Olivia Necklace

Olivia Necklace

Cheyanne Necklace

Cheyanne Necklace

Olivia Necklace

Olivia Necklace

Cheyanne Necklace

Cheyanne Necklace

Olivia Necklace

Olivia Necklace

Ella Headband

Ella Headband

Fiona Bracelet

Fiona Bracelet

Silk Wrap Bracelet Review

April 25, 2013

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Carpe Diem Wrap Bracelet

From southern charm to big city lights, these handmade, silk wrap bracelets fit in anywhere!  What started with barn sales evolved to style consultations, and ultimately emerged as a national online brand.  These attractive, comfortable, free-spirited wrap bracelets are inspired by rural small town living, but appeal to women from all walks of life.  They feature the artisans’ exclusive feather design, hand sculpted from reclaimed bronze, and strung on hand-dyed silk.  All silks measure approximately 35″ long, and easily wrap around the wrist several times.  Tuck in the end, and you’re off!

This brand has been featured on Fox News, highlighted in OK! Magazine, and loved by celebrities across the U.S.

Register for free as a Wholesale Buyer, and receive access to this vendor’s wholesale line sheet.

Bless Your Heart Wrap Bracelet

Bless Your Heart Silk Wrap Bracelet

Just Breathe Wrap Bracelet

Just Breathe Silk Wrap Bracelet

Infinity Symbol Wrap Bracelet

Infinity Symbol Silk Wrap Bracelet

Bronze Cross Silk Wrap Bracelet

Bronze Cross Silk Wrap Bracelet

Bronze Feather Wrap Bracelet

Bronze Feather Silk Wrap Bracelet

Wild & Free Silk Wrap Bracelet

Wild & Free Silk Wrap Bracelet

Knit Hat Review

April 18, 2013

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Hand Knit Baby Hat

Us mothers may remember bringing our newborns home from the hospital, in step to the tune of Grandma (or Great-Grandma) telling us to always keep the baby’s head covered!  Well, I agreed with that philosophy (except in the summer when it was sweltering outside).  To that end, knit hats are a must!  They offer warmth, comfort, style, and the knowledge that nothing harmful goes into their production…no chemicals or agents that can be absorbed into a fragile newborn’s delicate skin.  Elaine’s product offering includes: baby hats, beanies, ruffle hats, stocking caps, and pom-pom hats, for ages birth – 2 years.  She chooses bright, vibrant yarns, making her products stand out from the traditional baby blue and baby pink hues.  They are all hand-knit from tweed, acrylic, or 80% acrylic / 20% wool blends, and are available in several color / stripe combinations.  These are a perfect addition to any baby offering, appealing to shoppers for new baby gifts, baby showers, or baby’s birthday.  Register online as a wholesale buyer, and receive free access to Elaine’s wholesale line sheet.

Hand Knit Stocking Cap

Hand Knit Stocking Cap

Hand Knit Tweed Baby Beanie

Hand Knit Tweed Baby Beanie

Hand Knit Beanie with Pom Pon

Hand Knit Beanie with Pom Pon

Hand Knit Baby Beanie II

Hand Knit Baby Beanie II

Hand Knit Baby Beanie

Hand Knit Baby Beanie

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