I just listed a FREE Earring contest on Etsy here or see below. I hope this contest is really fun and helps both buyers and designers find the perfect earring creation!
Happy Holidays!
Crista
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I am starting a new series of jewelry designs called my “Quest of” Series. Each month, I will create new jewelry designs from the feedback I receive from you on the topic of the month. The first item I am in the Quest of is the “PERFECT EARRING”. Everyone has different styles and different tastes. What I want to know is… what is the perfect earring for YOU?
What does it look like? How long is it? How does it hang? What type of earwire is it made with (i.e. french hook, leverback, post, hoop, etc.)? What type of metal is it made with (i.e. sterling silver, copper, etc.)? What stones, colors or materials is it made with? How much does it cost? How does it feel when you wear it? Where do you wear it? etc. The more specific your response, the better!
About the CONTEST (being offered on Etsy and via this blog):
1. Tell me what the perfect earring is for you by replying to this post or sending me a convo
2. You can do so in 2 ways:
a. Simply post your comments about the perfect pair of earrings in general… or…
b. Provide feedback on any pair of earrings in my Etsy store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ambertortoise?section_id=6022771. i.e. I really like this pair of earrings but I would like to see them longer and made with amethyst instead, etc. I always welcome feedback, good or bad, so don’t be shy (but I would appreciate it if you keep any criticism constructive ;D)
3. I will compile all of the responses into a list and post it on this blog and start creating new earring designs from your input
4. I will choose one person (or more depending on number of responses) to receive a FREE pair of earrings that were created from your feedback! They will be Free, Free, no catches- packaging and shipping included. If the earrings were created based on your responses alone, the earrings will be named after you. If they were created based on feedback from many responses, everyone will get credit in the listing (as best as possible).
5. This contest will run through January 15th, 2010 and the winner will be contacted directly and announced here on January 17th
6. I will start a new contest each month throughout 2010, with the next one starting January 16th. Future “Quest of” contests will include the Perfect Bracelet, Perfect Necklace, Perfect Anklet, Perfect Pendant, Perfect Stone/Color Combinations and more. Anyone can participate and winning one month will not exclude you from winning future months contests.
I really look forward to your responses and can’t wait to hear what the perfect Earring is to YOU!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Nov/Dec Newsletter 2009
This is a copy of my Nov/Dec Newsletter. It includes some Holiday specials in my Etsy store as well as some non-jewelry gift ideas. I hope you find this to be helpful!
Please feel free to add a comment with some of your favorite gift ideas/Etsy stores. Happy Holidays!
If you wish to receive a copy of my newsletter, just let me know and I will add you.
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Shopping for Holiday Gifts?
Jewelry makes the perfect gift!
I have stocked my Etsy store full of new jewelry and stocking stuffers. For those hard to buy for people on your list, AmberTortoise Creations now has gift certificates and jewelry of the month club subscriptions!
Please visit my Etsy store for Unique One-of-a-Kind Handcrafted Jewelry and other items. You will find Necklaces, Bracelets, Watches and Earrings in Sterling Silver, Copper and Pewter; Pins to accent purses, sweaters, shawls or scarves; Bookmarks; and Sterling Silver Necklace Chains and Pendants.
You can also visit AmberTortoise Creations at one of the following holiday craft fairs:
AmberTortoise Creations jewelry is also for sale locally at Land of Local Treasures in Storrs, CT and at Jones Family Winery Gift Shop in Shelton, CT.
Beyond Jewelry- Some additional gift ideas
I have a goal this year to do almost all my Holiday shopping on Etsy because I love the idea of giving unique handcrafted gifts. Here are some of my favorites to help you with your holiday shopping:
How it works: When you purchase a gift certificate, you specify the recipients name upon checkout so I can include it on the gift card. If you purchase 5 different gift certificates for 5 different recipients, you will receive $25 in free gift certificates.
You can choose to keep the gift certificates for yourself or you can choose to add the extra $5 to the gift certificate of the recipient, so a $25 gift certificate would become a $30 gift certificate, a $75 gift certificate would become an $80 gift certificate and so on.
Simply enter the Code 5FREE in the notes to seller upon checkout.
This is only being offered to Newsletter recipients and Facebook Fans as my way of saying Thank You for supporting AmberTortoise Creations!
Please feel free to add a comment with some of your favorite gift ideas/Etsy stores. Happy Holidays!
If you wish to receive a copy of my newsletter, just let me know and I will add you.
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Shopping for Holiday Gifts?
Jewelry makes the perfect gift!
I have stocked my Etsy store full of new jewelry and stocking stuffers. For those hard to buy for people on your list, AmberTortoise Creations now has gift certificates and jewelry of the month club subscriptions!
Please visit my Etsy store for Unique One-of-a-Kind Handcrafted Jewelry and other items. You will find Necklaces, Bracelets, Watches and Earrings in Sterling Silver, Copper and Pewter; Pins to accent purses, sweaters, shawls or scarves; Bookmarks; and Sterling Silver Necklace Chains and Pendants.
You can also visit AmberTortoise Creations at one of the following holiday craft fairs:
- Sunday, Nov 29th at the Aqua Turf in Southington, CT
- Sunday, Dec 5th at St. Matthews Holiday Fair in Tolland, CT
AmberTortoise Creations jewelry is also for sale locally at Land of Local Treasures in Storrs, CT and at Jones Family Winery Gift Shop in Shelton, CT.
Beyond Jewelry- Some additional gift ideas
I have a goal this year to do almost all my Holiday shopping on Etsy because I love the idea of giving unique handcrafted gifts. Here are some of my favorites to help you with your holiday shopping:
- Fine Art Nature Photography by FatFrogPhotography
- Gorgeous Pottery from DowntoEarthCeramics
- Wood Wine Stoppers & Pens from SunsetTurnings
- Beautiful Tree of Life Sculptures by Andy
- Amazing Leather Journals by GildBookBinders
- 100% Natural Mineral Makeup by MoiMineralCosmetics
- Etched Glasses and Wood by DayDreemDesigns
- Handprinted Women's Clothing by ellembee
Free $5 Gift Certificate!
Purchase any gift certificate from AmberTortoise Creations and receive a bonus $5 Gift Certificate for each recipient!How it works: When you purchase a gift certificate, you specify the recipients name upon checkout so I can include it on the gift card. If you purchase 5 different gift certificates for 5 different recipients, you will receive $25 in free gift certificates.
You can choose to keep the gift certificates for yourself or you can choose to add the extra $5 to the gift certificate of the recipient, so a $25 gift certificate would become a $30 gift certificate, a $75 gift certificate would become an $80 gift certificate and so on.
Simply enter the Code 5FREE in the notes to seller upon checkout.
This is only being offered to Newsletter recipients and Facebook Fans as my way of saying Thank You for supporting AmberTortoise Creations!
I wish you and your family a very Happy and Safe Holiday Season!
Sincerely,
~Crista Grasso
~Crista Grasso
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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
2 Shows Coming up in September
I can't believe September is finally here!
I will be participating in 2 shows this month, and I am really looking forward to them. I have been working non-stop to create my fall jewelry line to feature at the shows.
I will be posting pictures later in the week, but for now, here are a few of the pieces I have completed.
~AmberTortoise
I will be participating in 2 shows this month, and I am really looking forward to them. I have been working non-stop to create my fall jewelry line to feature at the shows.
I will be posting pictures later in the week, but for now, here are a few of the pieces I have completed.
- Glastonbury's 47th Fine Art & Craft Show- 9/12 & 9/13
- Artists in the Country- 9/26 & 9/27
~AmberTortoise
Friday, June 26, 2009
June Update
So much has happened this past month! First, I was accepted into 2 juried Art shows and I am so excited! Both are in September:
The next big thing is that I FINALLY finished my website... well finished it enough to publish and share with the world, but I still have a lot of work to do with it! It is very exciting though to finally have a real website. If anyone has any feedback or suggestions, I would love to hear them!! www.ambertortoisecreations.com
Next, I finally decided on the direction I want to go with beading parties. I often get asked if I will do beading parties and I love to teach people how to bead, so I decided that I will do beading party workshops instead of traditional jewelry parties. I hosted one a couple weeks ago and it was a huge success! It was a group of 4 and we all had lots of fun and everyone made some gorgeous jewelry!
This weekend I am working on some custom orders and experimenting with wine charms. And, as always, I am listing new items on Etsy- fun, fun!
I hope the month of July is even half as eventful as June turned out to be!
- Glastonbury's 47th Fine Art & Craft Show- 9/12 & 9/13
- Artists in the Country- 9/26 & 9/27
The next big thing is that I FINALLY finished my website... well finished it enough to publish and share with the world, but I still have a lot of work to do with it! It is very exciting though to finally have a real website. If anyone has any feedback or suggestions, I would love to hear them!! www.ambertortoisecreations.com
Next, I finally decided on the direction I want to go with beading parties. I often get asked if I will do beading parties and I love to teach people how to bead, so I decided that I will do beading party workshops instead of traditional jewelry parties. I hosted one a couple weeks ago and it was a huge success! It was a group of 4 and we all had lots of fun and everyone made some gorgeous jewelry!
This weekend I am working on some custom orders and experimenting with wine charms. And, as always, I am listing new items on Etsy- fun, fun!I hope the month of July is even half as eventful as June turned out to be!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Back from Rendezvous 2009
I am just back from Rendezvous and it was such a great time! For those who don't know what Rendezvous is, it is a primitive camping event which focuses on the time period of 1760-1840. You can find out more info and see some pictures of me making jewelry here on one of the NEPR (Northeastern Primitive Rendezvous) sites.
People take on different trades at camp- there is a blacksmith, a potter, etc. I have dabbled in selling my jewelry creations at the event in the past, but this year I decided to go all out and open a jewelry "store". It was a blast! I was able to spend 4 days straight making jewelry, talking about jewelry and stones and metals, and visiting with some of the most wonderful and unique people I have had the pleasure of meeting!I was quickly reminded of just how happy it makes me to see someone pick up something I created and fall in love with it. What was especially wonderful was getting to see those same people wearing my creations all week and showing them off to others. So many people stopped by my booth because someone told them about me or sent them over. It was all very exciting!
That is the thing I love so much about Craft fairs/Ren fairs/Rendezvous type events- getting to visit with the people! There are so many people who share my love of stones and nature and jewelry. I get so inspired by their stories! I spent some time visiting with an amazing man called Stone Turtle. We talked for the longest time about all types of different stones and Pow-Wows and all sorts of things. Talking with him was one of the highlights of my trip and although we weren't talking about jewelry the whole time, he got me thinking of many new design ideas- mostly incorporating stone turtles. He expressed concerns that he is getting too old to attend another event, but I am holding out hope that he makes it to next years Vous so we can visit again. He was only one of many people I got to spend time talking to.
I was able to make many new pieces of jewelry- lots of earrings and some necklaces, bracelets, pendants and barefoot sandals! Some of them sold at camp. Sadly some sold before I was able to photograph them. (I always like to take pics of everything I make to add to my Gallery of Designs.) The others have all been photographed and I am in the process of getting them listed on Etsy. Here are a few of my new pieces:
Overall, it was a wonderful time!
~AmberTortoise
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