MEN'S ACCESSORIES BY DESIGNED BY AUDREY

MEN'S ACCESSORIES BY DESIGNED BY AUDREY

Spring is a Wonderful Time of the Year for Weddings and Proms at Designed by Audrey

Wood Tile Cufflinks

It's Springtime and the wedding, graduation and prom season is in full swing.  Today I am sharing in this post some of the accessories that are available in by Etsy shop.  I have been very busy filling orders from brides, grooms, students and their parents from all over the world.  I am starting off with Scrabble Tile Cufflinks which are a big hit with the guys.  These fun cufflinks are made to order in a choice of two letters and a silver or gold base.  A set of six pairs were recently made for a groom in the UK and a set of 16 were made for a groom in the US. 

White 

Next, one of my brides from Australia comes to mind who just

White Freshwater Pearl Cufflink
 and Tie Clip Sets

loves pearls and chose them for the accessory theme for her wedding. I made a set of four awesome white freshwater pearl cufflinks and tie clips in a silver settings for the groom and groomsmen to match the white pearl necklace and earring sets the bridesmaids would be wearing.

Dark Blue

Lapis Lazuli Oval Cufflinks

The rich tones of dark blue is a perfect color choice for any formal occasion.  Dark blue is also one of the color cufflinks sort out by many of my grooms for themselves and to be presented as gifts to their groomsmen to accessorize their suits. Dark blue is also a favorite with young men attending prom. This season my 18x13mm oval lapis lazuli cufflinks accented in gold or silver is the blue stone most chosen.  I also carry other lapis lazuli cufflinks in an array of settings, sizes and shapes as well as tie clips and tuxedo shirt studs.  

Black

This season black has been the most requested formal accessory

16mm Round Black Onyx Cufflinks

color so far.  My 16mm round black onyx cufflinks set in a silver base are a favorite choice.  I also carry an assortment of black onyx cufflinks in a variety of settings, sizes, and shapes including, 18mm and 20mm, round stones, 18x13mm ovals stones, and 16x16mm square stones.

Black Onyx Tuxedo Shirt Studs

Lastly, it seems that the guys have fallen in love with my tuxedo shirt studs which come in a set of four and are presented in an antique silver setting. The black mother of pearl tuxedo shirt studs are a favorite but the black onyx tuxedo shirts studs are the ones most requested. 

It has been a pleasure to be a small part of each customers special day.  Designed by Audrey on Etsy offers a vast variety of handmade jewelry and accessories for men and women.  New items are being added all the time, so stop by for that perfect handmade item. 

    

When You Receive a Lemon of the Purchase. . . .Make Lemonade!

 The Lemonade Yellow Pearl Cufflinks and Tie Clip Set

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With nearly 1,000 sales on the arisen in by Etsy shop, this elegant soft yellow freshwater pearl cufflink and tie clip set is a new one of a kind item in my shop.  The Lemonade Yellow Pearl Cufflinks and Tie Clip is similar to a set I made for my Father for Christmas.  After I made them, I liked them so much that I made a pair that will eventually make its home with one of my many awesome customers.  These beefy soft yellow pearl cabochons are 16mm round and showcased in a cufflink and tie clip gold bezel setting.  

I came across these soft yellow cabochons by accident.  I ordered golden champagne pearl cabochons but somehow received a few of these soft yellow pearl cabochons in various sizes instead. As I make all kinds of stone, pearl and glass cufflinks for my male customers, I really didn't know what I would do with these yellows cabochons.  At first I was really disappointed because I really wanted the golden champagne pearls which is a favorite of my customers.  However, when I got into the Christmas spirit and started making gifts for my family and friends, I wound up making lemonade out of this lemon of a purchase. I made a similar yellow pearl cufflinks and tie clip set for my Dad as one of his Christmas gifts.  When my Dad goes to church, he gets really dressed up and I thought that this yellow set would add a little sunshine to one of his navy blue suits. I can't wait to present them to him.  

Designed by Audrey on Etsy is the place where you will find excellent customer services and great handmade jewelry, accessories and gifts for men and women.

TO THE LETTER

This Artfire Collection is a showcase of custom letter jewelry and accessories for men and women. What's your pleasure? Is it an A or is it a Z? Just make the request and we will make it happen for you.  

The Artfire Artisans showcased here have an array of jewelry which include rings, cuff links, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and accessories which include items like money clips. All handmade pieces are customs initialed or if you like some items can be customized in your favorite word or phrase. Letter jewelry makes a great personalized gift for any occasion. 

 

TO THE LETTER

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Designed by Audrey makes and sells custom jewelry for men and woman on Arftire at DesignedbyAudrey.Artfire.com. New and exciting items are being added all the time! Just click on the Designed by Audrey title link above to visit my shop.

Designed By Audrey’s 2012 Year End Reflections

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Now, that I am rested and refreshed from the brisk holiday sales season and all of the holiday cheer, I’m taking time to give thanks and to reflect back on 2012 and to take a look ahead to 2013.  Wow, what a great year full of blessings 2012 has been for Designed by Audrey.  Several very important milestones were reached in 2012.  I absolutely love making jewelry, but it is a part time venture because I work full time during the day. So, it’s a delicate balance in the evening between making time for family, my music ministry, my jewelry making and me.  So, I’m busy, busy, busy most of the time.  Currently, I sell my handmade jewelry online via Etsy, Artfire and Zibbet and I am pleased to announce that in December I launched my own personal website Designed-By-Audrey.com.  With my laptop on, my Samsung tablet tuned into YouTube web design how-to videos, one call to the web hosting company, and after six hours, I took the plunge. Now Designed-By-Audrey.com is a work in progress, however, the plan is to have the e-commerce section of my website fully operational to sell my jewelry by the end of February 2013.  For now, I’m letting the world know that I am here and what I do.  At present on Designed-By-Audrey.com, I have a few pieces of jewelry featured with a link to my Etsy shop for purchases.  I am also featuring a Youtube video of my men's line and an all things handmade promotion blog where I showcase various Artfire collections and Etsy treasuries. I’m excited to see what 2013 has in store for my website.  So stop by and share a link or two!

Other 2012 milestones -- In May as shared in a previous post, I reached a 200 sale milestone on Etsy and even more awesome, by the end of December I reached yet another milestone of 300 sales! With almost 400 items listed on Etsy, I am looking forward to continued growth and success.  This is all so wonderful because after my first year of selling, I decided not to do any local vending events though most of my sales for the year came through these types of events.  It was just too much.  I found that I enjoyed just being home on the weekend spending time with my family and relaxing a little in between creating new things.

In my second year out minus all but the Juneteeth vending event Waldorf, MD, my sales were a little less than my first year.  I didn’t lose faith, I just kept plugging away at posting new items, taking better pictures and promotion, promotion, promotion and my third year has been my best season yet.

So, now, I'm looking forward to pushing the bar a little further in 2013 and I give God much thanks and all the glory through Jesus Christ for that is from where all of my blessings flow.  

IT'S A MAN'S THING - NOVEMBER 2012 MEN'S JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES AT DESIGNED BY AUDREY ON ETSY

It's November already and things are moving swiftly to the height of the coming holiday shopping season.  I've been busy making and adding new necklaces, bracelets and cuff links to the Man Cave at Designed by Audrey on Etsy.  Showcased in this post is a wonderful 22 inch red tiger's eye necklace, natural stone cuff links in red jasper, turquoise blue howlite, deep lapis blue howlite, tropical sea sediment jasper, golden brown tiger's eye, red agate, green agate. fancy jasper and snowflake obsidian. Check out the hematite and red beaded necklace, a creamy white coral and calcite necklace, and a brown mocha buri bead and cream necklace.  I've also included beaded bracelets in red tiger's eye and gold and hematite and silver.  Designed by Audrey on Etsy offers over 60 elegantly handcrafted men's items which are sure to delight the special men in your life.  I'm adding items to the Man Cave everyday so stop by often for the best selection.  Designed by Audrey on Etsy, the place for great handmade jewelry, accessories and gifts for men and women.

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I'M PINK GRAY AND WHITE AND FABULOUS! AN ETSY TREASURY.

Delightfully Audrey on Etsy (my sister site) presents this awesome Etsy Treasury featuring pink white and gray handmade jewelry, art, and accessories. Stop by and check out all of the Etsy shops included:  Treasury

For quality handmade, jewelry, accessories and gifts for women and men stop by Designed by Audrey on Etsy.  You will be pleasantly surprised at the variety of handmade items available.

Green With Envy Mother of Pearl and Pyrite Wrap Bracelet

Wow, what a lovely bracelet! Showcasing a stunning green and deep gold highlighted bracelet fashioned in mother of pearl and pyrite.  This awesome wrap bracelet has loads and loads of green mother of pearl nuggets with medium and small pyrite ovals sprinkled for interest all on a sturdy silver memory wire base.  This awesome olive green pearl bracelet is one size fits all.  Item #374B will make everyone who sees this bracelet on your wrist green with envy!  This wrap bracelet is available at Designed by Audrey on Etsy and is priced at $40.00.  More Info. . .

FOR THE LOVE OF GREEN JEWELRY BY DESIGNED BY AUDREY ON ETSY

Today, Designed by Audrey on Etsy is showcasing some lovely green women's jewelry pieces that I have designed and made.  The items showcased include necklace and earring sets and nature stone and pearl bracelets.  Featured in this post is the Vivid Green Chunky Beaded Necklace Set, then there is the lovely Olive Green Citrine and Jade Medallion Pendant Necklace with Matching Earrings, the refreshing Mint Julep Necklace and Earrings and the Colorful Butterflies in Paradise.  The bracelets featured include the Green and Bronze Beaded Bracelet, the Desert Sun Yellow Turquoise and Fluorite Bracelet, the Chunky Olive Jade Bracelet and the delicious Golden Green Apple Wrap Bracelet.  All of these lovely items are available in my Etsy Shop. Did you know that Designed by Audrey carries over 350 fabulous handmade items for women and men in a variety of colors, styles and materials?  Stop by to see it all at Designed by Audrey

 

MEN'S FABULOUS HANDMADE JEWELRY AND ACCESSORY FINDS FOR AUGUST 2012 AT DESIGNED BY AUDREY!

I've been busy creating new items for the Man Cave jewelry and accessory section of my Etsy shop for August 2012.  Some of the new handmade items are showcased below and include a turquoise and black necklace boasting chalk turquoise, black coco and agate beads.  Also showcased are the beautiful ocean blue and the tropical green paua shell cuff links as well as natural stone cuff links in red carnelian and olive jade.  Then there is the lovely blue tiger's eye and buri bead necklace and a turquoise and red coral necklace that has a southwestern flair.  Check out the wonderful black and cream necklace, and a creamy white puka shell bone beaded bracelet.  Last but not least is a lovely black and red beaded necklace that features black agate and red sea coral nature gem beads.  So come on by my shop and see all of the wonderful men's jewelry and accessories being added every day to the Man Cave at Designed By Audrey on Etsy.

NEW FABULOUS FINDS AT DESIGNED BY AUDREY ON ETSY FOR JULY 21, 2012

Just a sampling of some of the new handmade items I am featuring in my Etsy shop. The items showcased are for the ladies and include lovely necklace and earring sets and fashion fun bracelets.

Included in this showcase is a luscious red tiger's eye necklace and earring set, a blue banded agate and yellow turquoise wrap bracelet, an awesome mint green and gold necklace and earring set, a chunky purple agate bracelet, a turquoise variscite, mosaic turquoise, mountain jade and crystal necklace and earring set and a green howlite, green banded agate and bronze pearl bracelet.

All of these lovely handmade items are available and more at Designed by Audrey on Etsy

Designed by Audrey Kicks Off the 2012 Summer Season

Well, the summer season is off to a bang and I hope everyone had a wonderful Memorial Day.  My family remembered and celebrated the life of my cousin Charles who gave his life in the Korean War. 

The school year is just about over and we are setting our sights on summertime activities and vacations.  During my upcoming vacation I plan to take a day and do some much needed organizing.  I have commandeered my dining room and my family have been really good sports about the mess.  But all of that is about to change with the purchase of a small cabinet that will house all the clutter.  This new cabinet will house my shipping supplies, pliers and other special tools I use to create my handmade jewelry and accessories.

I also plan to do some gardening.  I love to fill my many planters and the flower beds around my home with loads of colorful annuals.  I love to work with  orange and yellow marigolds, vincas, begonias, salvia - red and purple, black-eyed Susans, coleus, zennias, geraniums, gerbera daisies, and corn flowers to name a few.

The rest of the time I plan to spend at the pool, entertaining and visiting with family and friends and, of course, feeding my need to bead!

Here is a sampling of the new items I created this week:

New Items for the Week of June 1, 2012

All of these wonderful handmade items are available in my Etsy Shop at Designed By Audrey

 

Celebrating Another Milestone At Designed by Audrey!

Tiger's Iron & Hematite Necklace

It has taken a lot of patience and hard work, but with joy and thanksgiving, I am very excited to announce that this month Designed by Audrey has reached another milestone on Etsy -- 200 Sales!  I am happy to say that I currently have an inventory of over 350 items for sale on Etsy and I also sell my handmade jewelry and accessories in two other online venues – Artfire and Zibbet. As I work full time days, this milestone is a great return and such a reward for doing something I really enjoy!  Yes, I enjoy making jewelry and I love, love, love working with natural stone best.

Azurite Malachite Necklace

Hematite & Tiger's Eye

As I have shared previously,  I initially gave the handmade jewelry I made away as gifts to my family, friends and co-workers.  Additionally, I gave jewelry away to get feedback on material and wearability.  The items given away, for the most part, were earrings and bracelets.  Then, as I started making necklace and earring sets for myself that were custom matched to my outfits, I would get lots of compliments!  With joy, I would proclaim, "I made it myself!" Most often I was asked, if I sell my work and if I had pictures of my work. So, I quickly figured out that I needed a place where I could easily showcase my work and Etsy fit the bill.  So, I began to post my handmade items on Etsy. I tell you the truth, my first pictures were absolutely awful, but they were the best I could muster at the time.  However, within two weeks, I had my very first sale online -- despite the pictures. Now I know that pictures are paramount, but when my first customers received their order, they were very pleased and surprised at just how pretty the jewelry actually was. Those early pictures keep me humble as there are still a few of them here and there in my current listings.  I still struggle with the picture taking, but I am improving. 

Sodalite Cross Necklace

Up until this year most of my sales were accomplished by word of mouth, at craft shows and vending events.  However with this 200 sale milestone, my Etsy sales are starting to catch up with my offline sales.  In celebration, I want to first thank God for the ability to make jewelry, for customers and for the many wonderful Artisans I have met and network with on Etsy, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Wano, Stumbleupon, Blogspot, Artfire, and Zibbet.

Horn & Bone Beaded Bracelet

Ocean Fossil Jasper Cuff Links

And, most exciting is the fantastic response I have received to the  launching of my men’s jewelry line just a few months ago. I have been showcasing a few items from my men's jewelry line in this post. Sales have been great online and offline and I am happy to say that I am growing my men's jewelry line with over 80 items in stock.  There are beaded necklaces, bracelets and cuff links in an array of colors, styles and materials which includes blackstone, tigers iron, horn, bone, puka shell, sodalite, agate, wood, tigers eye, sponge coral, onyx, jasper, hematite, jade, adventure, turquoise, howlite, obsidian, marble, azurite malachite and glass.   Thank you guys for supporting me!

I'm excited about the future and I am in the processing of learning new techniques and skills to take my jewelry and accessories to the next level.  But today, I'm celebrating my 200th sale on Etsy.  I am adding new items all the time, so don't be a stranger Designed by Audrey on Etsy!

NEW ITEMS FOR A NEW YEAR AT DESIGNED BY AUDREY ON ETSY

Well the new year is off to a great start and I have listed loads of new items in my Etsy shop.  Here are a few:

Red Crystal Hoop Earrings. These awesome hoop earrings are 3-1/4 inches in length.  Created for those who loves the styling of basketball wives earrings but in a smaller size.  These lovely hoop earrings are also available in black and silver.

Golden Green Apple Beaded Bracelet. A lovely bracelet in a mix of lampwork, crystal, aventurine, and jade beads in shades of green from deep to light with a touch to gold.  Set on a gold metal base, this memory bracelet is one size fits all.

Red Poppy Jasper and Copper Double Heart  Necklace Set.  Red poppy jasper and topaz Swarovski crytals were teamed with a large  abstract heart pendant that pulls it all together with its blend of antique copper, taupe, deep red enamel panel topped off with topaz crystals.  The necklace is 18 inches long and comes with matching earrings!

 

So stop by Designed by Audrey on Etsy to see more of the wonderful new and exciting jewelry, accessories and gift items I have created just for you.  There are a lot of new items for the guys as well!

 

 

    

CALLING ALL CARS. . . . .

Participating in craft shows and festivals is a great way to showcase your talent, build a local customer base and network with others  in your area who make and sell handcrafted items.  The Fall vending season is upon us and there is plenty of opportunities coming up in the  DC, MD and VA metropolitan area.  Today I will be sharing a few:

Event:  Kid's In His Care:  Fall Craft & Vendor Fair to benefit Kids in His Care Daycare.  When:  Saturday, October 1, 2011 (postponed from September 10, 2011), Time:  8:00 am until 2:00 pm.  So Reserve Your Space Now!  Kids In His Care Daycare is located at 6011 Ammendale Road, Beltsville, MD 20705. For info call or email  240-845-0388 or  events@thehopeconnection.org

Event:  Old Bowie Fall Festival – When: Saturday, September 24, 2011 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Old Bowie has wonderful antique shops and this event will take place on Chestnut Avenue, which is also one of the main streets in Old Bowie. Chestnut Avenue is also the home of the Bowie Railroad Museum and Welcome Center in Bowie, MD.  There will be vendors, entertainment, food, children attractions, and an antique car display.  For more information regarding this event: info@simplepleasuresicecafe.vpweb.com, or you can call 301-464.6777 for an application.  The vendor fee is $30.00, this fee only includes your 10x10 space. Tables, chairs, and canopies are the responsibility of the vendor.  Rain date: Sunday, September 25, 2011 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm 

Event: Trinity Fall Festival.  When:  Saturday, October 1, 2011, Time:  10:00 am – 4:00 pm.  It will be a  fun day out to bring families and Towson area residents together to celebrate fall. A portion of the proceeds from the Festival will benefit Towson area non-profit organizations. The event will be held at the Trinity Episcopal Church which is located at 120 Allegheny Avenue, Towson, MD 21204.  For more information please email http://trinityfallfestival.org/vendors/

Event:  The Darlington Apple Festival  When: Saturday, October 1, 2011, Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  The Darlington Apple Festival is an annual event held the first Saturday in October, rain or shine, in the quaint village of Darlington, Maryland in the north-east corner of Harford County.  The festival includes an outdoor stage with all day entertainment, hundreds of country crafters exhibiting and selling their work, a fall harvest of mums, pumpkins, and of course, Apples !  There is also a children's area with games and kids can even stuff their own scarecrows. There are also hayrides for the whole family all day long.  And Food !!!   All the usual things plus pit beef, barbecue, seafood, apple fritters, apple cake, candy apples, "Apple Delight" and more !  For more information:  http://darlingtonapplefest.org/index.htm

 

Event:  Westminster High School 1st Annual Holiday Craft Show. When: Saturday October 22, 2011, Time:  9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Where: Westminster High School, 32 Washington Road, Westminster, MD. The cost for a 100 square foot booth is $45.00. One table and two chairs will be supplied.  For a  copy of the vendor application contact Amy Wilson at aawilson@comcast.net or Karen Kohr at skkohr@verizon.net.

Event:  Out of the Park Yard Sale at Ripken Stadium.  When Saturday, October 29, 2011, Time:  8:30 am to 1:30 pm.  Location:  Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Drive, Aberdeen, MD 21001.  For more info:  http://www.ripkenstadium.com/pagebank/index.html?id=841

So come on out and join the fun. Designed by Audrey makes and sells quality handmade jewelry, accessories and gifts for men and women and has showcased items from her Artfire shop today in this blog. To see more  wonderful items:  http://www.DesignedByAudrey.Artfire.com

Ba Ba Bad to the Bone Men's Collection

Just sharing a collection I curated on Artfire which showcases a variety of handmade items for the fellas.  The wonderful Artfire artisans included in this collection include Mad Moravian, Bee Maya, Easy Time, Antige, On Pens and Needles, Retro Treasure Hunter, Sycamore Boutique, Carpetbagger Creations, Moxie and Oliver, Gutsy, Bags and More by Pam, and myself Designed by Audrey. 

BA BA BAD TO THE BONE MENS COLLECTION

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Indie Design

So spred the word . . . there is a  men's shop at Designed by Audrey on Artfire called The Man Cave.  Adding new items all the time, so stop by.