Elite Art for the Elite at Heart: valentine's day

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Saturday, January 10, 2009

Dark Inspiration and New Items in the Works.

I’ve been feeling inspired lately to create darker, dramatic pieces. I am currently filling up a page with different designs and materials – I already have colors and textures figured out! In the coming weeks I will get to work on these pieces and get them up for sale as soon as possible. It’s really exciting to have a specific look/feel call out to you demanding to be created.

You can also expect more wine charm sets, bookmarks, jewelry pieces, brooches, hair accessories, and men’s items in the coming weeks…maybe even a few Valentine’s Day themed items.

Again I am reminded to take it easy with my work. Sometimes I just get so excited I want to do everything and see the results right now. I am going to try to do the daily blogging, as that is one of my goals for 2009. I’ll also try to relax and not work so hard all the time. The trick is to get organized and set/maintain a realistic schedule.

I look forward to connecting with you on a daily basis.

Thank you so much for reading. And thank you to everyone that comments and follows this blog.

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

Friday, January 9, 2009

Love: For Richer or Poorer

It appears that people aren't thinking about Valentine's Day this year due to the economy and uncertainty of our nation's future. It really is just a commercial holiday, but I can't help wanting to get lost in the day of love. I'm sure there are others out there that feel the same way.

Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday this year, and that means my fiance's work/sleep schedule is the opposite of mine. This year we are going to settle on a simple celebration, which can be just as magical (if not moreso) than going out to an expensive restaurant. I'm not sure what we are planning on doing, and I still need conspire what to get/do for him. We do need to save our money.

I think in a future blog post I'll talk about some ways that you can spend the day or evening with your significant other without spending a lot of money. If you have any tips or anything you would want to include please feel free to comment this blog with your suggestion.

And back into the spirit of this Day of Love, I designed this beautiful Red Rose Cameo Necklace.

It features a lovely resin cameo that resides in an antiqued silver setting attached to an 18.5 inch gun metal curb chain.

You can find this Romantic Flair necklace for sale at my Etsy Shop:

http://1337art.etsy.com

Thank you so much for reading,

-Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com/
http://1337art.artfire.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!

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Handmade Valentine's Day Success!

This Valentine's Day I found myself running out of time to make things for my coworkers. I decided it would just be best if I bought handmade items instead.

I bought 4 different handcrafted items from 4 different and lovely Etsy artists.

1. Music Gift Tags: kvossdesigns

I used these lovely vintage inspired gift tags to label each gift goodies bag. I ordered a few extra for myself. They are so pretty.

2. Soy Tea Light Candles: Soybyjen75

I bought 3 packs of these amazing tea lights. I highly recommend the hot chocolate, orange, and vanilla bean. Everyone at work loved them! They smell delicious. I will definitely be back for more!

I put each tea light in an individual ziplock bag and labeled the scent. Today I noticed that someone left a little note on the hot chocolate tea light I gave my friend that said "This smells yummy!"

3. Valentine's Day Matchbook Notebooks: BritsCreativeTouch

I saw her cute little notebooks in a chat room one night, and I thought those would be such a cute addition to my work gift bags.

My supervisor actually thought they were a real matchbook to accompany the tea lights!

They are very well made, and they are great for making little reminder notes.

I convo'd her asking is she could make me a set of 20. She immediately sent me a sample of the different Valentine's Day papers she had...and she had my order finished within the hour!

Talk about great service!

4. Hand Dipped Incense Sticks: Angelicstyles

Incense reminded me of love, and I've also never experimented with them myself. I thought it would be a fun addition to my work gift bags.

I ordered ten different scents...and wow! Each one smelled so good I didn't want to give any away.

They are great quality, and I could smell them even before I opened the package they came in.

I put these 4 ingredients together with a heart patterned cellophane gift bag and some store bought cookies. I had my taxes done the night I planned to make cookies, so I had to settle for store bought or none at all. Everyone at work was very happy to see this lovely little surprise on their desk. A coworker hugged me - she was so grateful!

Handmade items are good, and they make people happy.

Thank you for taking the time to read.

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

Friday, January 25, 2008

Sale! and a new promotional site to check out!

To celebrate the New Year and also to celebrate the upcoming Day of Love, I am offering Free Shipping on my items from January 25th, 2008 - January 31st, 2008. This gives you plenty of time to receive your gifts before February 14th!

If you would like a custom order, please contact me as soon as possible so we both have ample time to work together.

And on a side note, my friend, Travis (http://www.woodcraft.etsy.com) recently started a promotional website and forum for the sole purpose of all of us Handcrafted Etsy Artists! You can find the website here:

http://www.metawebpages.com/

Because the website is in the beginning stages, all help and word-of-mouth would be appreciated! With all of your help combined, we can make Travis' website a great tool for all of us Etsy Sellers!

I also wanted to say thank you to the people who read these blog entries. It is much appreciated by all of those involved.

Happy New Year and Happy Shopping!

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

Have any requests for future Etsy Artists or jewelry pieces? Please feel free to send me an email: 1337art@gmail.com

Friday, January 18, 2008

Valentine's Day Highlights

Are you looking for the perfect gift for your significant other? Are you in need of some ideas? Come take a look at what this post has to offer you! Jewelry, candles, gift sets, and more! All featured items are handcrafted-you can't get more romantic than that!

Looking for the perfect little something to hang on her rear-view mirror before she goes to work in the morning? These necklaces are just perfect for that!

"He Makes Me Blush" available at http://www.1337art.etsy.com

"Unlock My Heart" available at http://www.1337art.etsy.com

Are you planning on having a romantic evening at home? These bath and body sets are all you need for a sensual, unforgettable evening:

Bath and Beauty Vegan Gift Set available at http://www.jonikay52.etsy.com

Vegan Gift Set with Victorian Heart Soap available at http://www.jonikay52.etsy.com

Looking to enjoy a sensual and relaxing bath together? Try a mixture of these:

Roses and Chocolate Sensual Bath Salts available at http://www.gabrielsaunt.etsy.com

Sweetheart Nutmeg and Ylang Ylang 15 Hour Votive available at http://www.gabrielsaunt.etsy.com

Do you feel like spoiling her this year with a little gift here, and a little gift there? Here are a few lovely and inexpensive little gift ideas: