2 Days Left for Custom Orders!

The holidays are quickly approaching, and if you are still looking for something special you have 2 more days to place a custom order with __1337 Art. You can take a look at some of my previous custom made jewelry and accessories here:

http://1337-art.deviantart.com/gallery/#Customs

If you have a budget or a general idea of what you would like please feel free to contact me via email at support@1337art.net I would love to work with you to create something special for the person you love.

Thank you for your support, and I look forward to working with you soon.

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Christina
__1337 Art

__1337 Art is Accepting Custom Orders!

__1337 Art is taking custom order requests again! If you are interested in a custom piece of jewelry, bookmark, or accessory please look no further. I have a lot of new items currently in the creative process including rings, hair clips, bobby pins, bookmarks, chokers, masculine jewelry, and so much more.

You can email me with your serious inquiry/request at 1337art@gmail.com In the meantime please feel free to visit my online shops:

http://1337art.etsy.com
http://1337art.artfire.com

I look forward to working with you in the near future.

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Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
[Elite Art for the elite at heart.] Featuring jewelry for men and women, awareness items, bookmarks, brooches, cards, cell phone charms, clip on earrings, cuff links, hair accessories, wine charms, and more!

You can also find _1337 Art on:

Twitter / Myspace / Live Journal / Deviant Art / Etsy / Artfire

Last Day for Custom Orders / Requests

With the upcoming holiday season I wanted to announce that today is the last day that I will be accepting custom requests until after Christmas. If you are looking for an original gift of jewelry and/or accessories look no further. You can submit your request via email to 1337art@gmail.com with the subject line “Custom Order Request.”

And don’t forget about my sale! Come check out what I have to offer at 1337art:

http://1337art.etsy.com

Thank you so much for your interest and support.

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Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com
[Elite Art for the elite at heart.] Featuring jewelry for men and women, awareness items, bookmarks, brooches, cards, cell phone charms, clip on earrings, cuff links, hair accessories, wine charms, and more!

Clip On Earrings

Clip-on earrings can be a hard thing to shop for because a lot of things need to be taken into consideration such as materials, cost, and style. Precious Metal clip on earring components are very expensive resulting in a pricey pair of clip on earrings. Some people have allergies to nickel, which is found in a lot of the plated and base metal clip on components.

We currently do not have any clip on earrings in our shops, (etsy, silkfair) but it is something we are wanting to offer to our customers. It is hard to determine what kind of material to offer. If you experience difficulty trying to shop for a special pair of clip on earrings, or if you are wanting to find one online shop to purchase all of your clip on earrings, please let us know what you are looking for. Your voice will be heard, and we will be happy to work with you.

Also, if you see any pair of earrings in our shops (etsy, silkfair) that you would like made into clip on earrings please feel free to contact us via email 1337art@gmail.com or by replying to this blog post. We can easily make that switch for you.

Thank you so much for reading.

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Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com
http://1337art.silkfair.com

Elite Art for the elite at heart. Featuring jewelry for men and women, art collage, awareness items, bookmarks, cell phone charms, hair accessories, key chains, kilt pin brooches, wine charms, and more.

Custom orders are accepted.

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Beverage Charms for all occasions!

Want to make a get together a little more fun? Looking for a reason to invite friends and family over for coffee? Our beverage charms are the perfect adornment for your next social event.

We currently have six different styles for you to choose from including trendy, modern, and natural.

We offer our beverage charms in sets of four, but larger quantities are available.


You can use them to identify your stein, your coffee mug, your alcoholic beverage, your wine glass/goblet, and to decorate your long stem candle holders!

Looking for a certain theme or style? Have a large dinner party that you have to plan for? We can work with you to get exactly what you need when you need it. (We can do rush orders too.)


Our beverage charms can be that perfect extra touch for your daughter's sweet sixteen party or your friend's engagement celebration. The occasions are limited to your imagination! (parties, business meetings, office parties, birthdays, anniversaries, sleep overs, reunions, family get-togethers, and more!)

Please feel free to contact us for more information regarding custom orders via email: 1337art@gmail.com

Our featured beverage charms are listed below and be found for sale at our Etsy Shop:

http://1337art.etsy.com

Rough Cut Amethyst Wine Charms
Coffee Mug Adornments
Owl Wine Charms
Sea Shell Wine Charms
Modern Swirl Wine Charms
Knight Chess Piece Wine Charms

Thank you so much for your interest!

Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com
Elite Art for the elite at heart.

Featuring jewelry for men and women, awareness items, bookmarks, cell phone charms, key chains, kilt pin brooches, wine charms, and more!

Custom orders are accepted.

Celtic Bookmark Commission

I made this Celtic bookmark for a lady's husband. It was fun to work with her, and they both ended up liking it a lot.

It is made with a Pewter bookmark, Sterling silver, Czech Glass, and Snowflake Obsidian.

Red is his favorite color, and I chose to use glass instead of crystal because the glass has a different cut to it, and the sharpness of color is more masculine to me.

I always relate Snowflake Obsidian with Celtic designs because it is the Purity Stone, which is the balance to body, mind, and spirit, the detoxifier of negativity.

If you are interested in this bookmark, or if you are interested in a custom design, I would be happy to assist you. Please feel free to send me an email at 1337art@gmail.com to see what I can create for you.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read. I appreciate you stopping by.

Christina
CM Designs d.b.a. 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com
Elite Art for the elite at heart.

Etsy Artist Feature 6: uniquecharm

It is important to show the world the charms of handcrafted items, and I plan to do this one Etsy artist at a time. Today I feature Leslie from Raleigh, NC. Inspiration comes easy to her, and you can see her love of creativity in her handcrafted items. Looking for a unique gift? Leslie loves the challenge of fulfilling special requests--feel free to ask her! Below you will see some of her favorite pieces:



"In the Eyes of Love"
Available at http://www.uniquecharm.etsy.com

"Diamonds are Forever"
Available at http://www.uniquecharm.etsy.com

"A Few of my Favorite Things"
Available at http://www.uniquecharm.etsy.com

Below you will find her interview:

1. What is the first memory of crafting that you can recall?

Since i was in Kindergarten my favorite class was Art. I remember making these paper turtles that had cone shaped shell's & we glued the head, arms, legs, & tail on. He also got a string on the tip on his nose so we could pull them around with us all day.

2. What do you specialize in?
I specialize in polymer clay. I'm also open to customized idea's from customers. If i can visualize it, it will happen, somehow.

3. What made you decide to open up a shop on Etsy?

I saw that everyone was doing those little polymer clay foods. I just up & decided one day i was going to start. I went to the craft store bought what i wanted then started. I tried to get the edge & do things no one else does. I made a skittle charm, chocolate sushi, & even double chocolate tart dulce de leche cheesecake.

4. What are your hopes for the future?

For 2008 i want to make at least 150 sales. I've only been here for almost 2 months so i*m just trying to get my name out there. I*m also going to try to put together a newsletter, to feature etsy.com shops & people. Kind of a behind the shop section.

5. What are some of your favorite past times?

I love sitting on the balcony at my apartment because we've got a lake view, posted up on the rail with a cup of hot cocoa. There are geese everywhere! The scenes so beautiful. I also listen to a lot of music. I find inspiration in almost everything.

6. Try to sum up your workspace in as few words as possible.

Messy, but kept. ;]

Is there anything else you would like to add?

I want to wish everyone featured & not the best of luck! It's hard but it's worth it to see the e-mail from paypal. Gives a certain feeling knowing someone is getting something you made from the heart expressed with your hands.

How can people get in contact with you?
My Shop is: http://www.uniquecharm.etsy.com
My Blog is: http://www.uniquecharms.blogspot.com
My e-mail address is: LesliesUniqueCharm@yahoo.com

Picture of the Artist hard at work!



Thank you so much for taking the time to read this. Feel free to leave comments, as Leslie would be most appreciative of them!

Respectfully Yours,
Christina
CM Designs
http://www.1337art.etsy.com

Etsy Artist Feature: Jeaneb48

It is important to show the world the charms of handcrafted items, and I plan to do this one Etsy artist at a time. I chose to feature Jeane first because she was one of the first Etsy Artists I have purchased items from (on more than one occasion).

She resides in the state of Illinois offering a variety of handcrafted goods. She loves to accomodate custom orders to help people receive exactly what they are looking for. I've personally asked her to make me a couple of mini tote bags to use for Christmas gifts. She happily did so. You will find some images of her lovely creations below:

Her words of advice:

I am my worst critic as most crafters are I think, but never get discouraged, just try a little harder next time to make it perfect.

Below you will find some interview questions Jeane kindly answered for me:

1. What is the first memory of crafting that you can recall?

I remember my very first project at about age 13, was a pair of flannel tiger pajamas for my nephew that even included the tail that was not part of the pattern, it was an add-on of my own creation. That was the start of my obsession.

2. What do you specialize in?

I guess if I specialized in anything it would be simple fabric quilts and crochet afghans, when I make one of those there is a family member that snatches it right away, they are usually created with a special personality behind it.

3. What made you decide to open up a shop on Etsy?

I have crafted for many years, I did the craft show and flea markets for a few years, but due to a health disability it became to difficult to take my craft outside the home. My niece introduced me to Etsy and it is a wonderful way to continue to do what I love in the comfort and convenience of my home.

4. What are your hopes for the future?

My hopes for the future would be a continued slow progression for my disability so I can enjoy and share all aspects of life with my family especially my grandchildren.

5. What are some of your favorite past times?

Favorite pastimes..wow..besides crafts, I love reading, my favorite authors has to be Stephen King and Dean Koontz, sometimes I cheat and get audio books and listen while I craft. Country music and old movies, the 2 box kleenex type, and cooking, the kitchen is my second favorite place to be in.

6. Try to sum up your workspace in as few words as possible.

My workspace is cramped but cozy, cluttered but a neat clutter. Quiet and relaxing, my first favorite place to be in.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Not a lot to me, I'm just a simple little grandma that adores my grandkids and likes to keep the hands and fingers working.

You may contact Jeane through Etsy @ http://www.jeaneb48.etsy.com or at her flickr account:

http://flickr.com/photos/mamajeansfamily/sets/72157603595824878/

or you may email her at jeaneb48@yahoo.com.