Monthly Archives: March 2009
Shop Profile: Potatopatch Baby & Kids
This little shop is so cool. Robynne at Potatopatch uses hand cut potato stamps to print playful and fun designs onto 100% cotton tee shirts. I love the colours she chooses, and the simple whimsical images that Robynne calls forth from something as humble as a potato stamp. At Potatopatch you’ll find tee shirts for babies and children, as well as gift sets for newborns. Go have a look…see the magic that can be produced with the most basic of artistic tools!
Contest: VerreDesign
This week, Patricia from VerreDesign will be offering a gorgeous handmade neck piece called ”Spring”, from her new collection entitled “Muse”! A one of a kind piece of wearable art whose colour pattern will never be duplicated. The artistry of Patricia’s lampwork is absolutely unbelievable. I am so in love with everything that comes out of VerreDesign’s studios that it’s difficult to choose a favourite, but if pressed, I’d have to say I absolutely love the colours in this “Happy” Bracelet, and this “Zen” set is absolutely stunning!
“Spring” from the Muse Collection, from VerreDesign, value $50.00:
About this Piece:
Lovely whirls and swirls carefully made by hand one at the time at the torch (or lampwork). I love the softness and delicateness of this piece. It reminds me of spring and blooming lilac.
“Spring” is made of Moretti glass in lovely transparent lilac, oro boco (fuchsia) and deep purple. The whirls were simply slide onto a sterling silver snake chain (19½’’). It looks fabulous!
So, here’s the deal:
Patricia from VerreDesign would like this contest opened to anyone who would would like to participate, world wide.
The contest will be open to participants from 9:00 am EST Monday March 30, 2009, to Sunday April 5th at Midnight EST The drawing will take place by random number generator by 8:00 am EST April 6th, 2009, and the results will be posted immediately.
To Enter:
Cruise over to the the VerreDesign website, or the VerreDesign Etsy shop, then come back here and post a comment here, telling us which of Patricia’s pieces are your favourite.
***Be sure to include your e-mail address in your post, so we have a way to contact you if you win***
Not enough, you say? Want MORE ways to win?
For extra entries in this contest, you can:
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“Tweet” about this contest on Twitter…(be sure to include the “@indienorth” in your tweet, so I see it).
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Become a fan of IndieNorth on Facebook (Comment here)
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Add IndieNorth to your blogroll (comment here with the link)
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Sign up for the IndieNorth newsletter; The Almanac (Comment here)
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For two extra entries, blog on your own blog about this contest, including a link to this contest, and a link to VerreDesign, comment here with the link to your blog.
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For five extra entries, make a purchase from VerreDesign, and make a comment here linking back to the item purchased.
***If you are already following IndieNorth on Twitter, A fan on Facebook or a newsletter subscriber, leave a separate comment here for each saying so, and that will count as your “join” entries. I don’t want long time followers, fans and subscribers to miss out”!***
*Please leave a separate comment for each of your entries. *
Winner will be contacted by e-mail immediately after the drawing takes place, and will have 48 hours to reply to IndieNorth with their shipping info. If the winner does not reply to Indienorth within that time frame, a new winner will be chosen.
So, now that the rules and regs are out of the way, let the games begin! Good luck to all entrants!
And the Winner is:
Joanna Smith! Congratulations Joanna, I hope you really enjoy your gift certificate from Wabi Brook Studio!!!
I would like to say thank you to everyone who entered, for your support of both IndieNorth and Wabi Brook Studio. It is very sincerely appreciated!
And a very special thank you to Julie from Wabi Brook Studio, who made this contest possible.
5 under 10: Sunshine and Daydreams
- Orange Swirl Pendant, by Sweet Tranquil: Each Pendant is made with a Wooden scrabble tile. the pendant measure approx. .75″ x .75″ square and are not intended for small children.
- ACEO from a Digital Macro Photograph, by Firedance Photography: This signed print (2.5″ X 3.5″) is based on a digital macro photograph of my lampwork glass.
- Eco Coffee Sleeve, by Karley: This warm & cozy coffee cup sleeve has a pink & white bubble pattern on one side and pink flannel lining on the other. It will keep your hands warm, whether you’re drinking a hot or cold beverage!
- Sunshine Flowers Pillow Beads, by Too Aquarius: A pair (2) of sunshine coloured pillow beads dotted with red, orange and yellow cane motifs. All canework is my own.
- Mandala Card, by Tamlin Sky: This is an original painting on silk mounted on a 4×5 recycled art card. This card is blank inside and comes with an envelope in a protective cellophane cover.
Saturday Showcase: Silver
a. Thistling Softly Neckpiece, by C. G. Whitfield: This sterling silver collar is not as dangerous to wear as it looks – assuming you’re not wearing it while riding your horse or motorcycle. If you want to hide in a roomful of people don’t wear this.
b. Short Leaf Earrings, by Cristy’s Jewelery: Sterling Silver hammered and wire wrapped leaf earrings. Length: 1″ Width: 3/4″
c. Reticulated Diamond Pendant, by Simone Richmond: This shiny little diamond shape is sure to catch everyone’s eye! A piece of reticulated sterling silver has been hand cut into a diamond shape, then hand finished & tumbled. It is on a 17″ sterling silver chain, with handmade wire links attaching the clasp.
d. Sterling Silver Fleur de Lis Rign, by Pauper’s Bounty: This pretty little ring fits a size 3.5 to 6.5 finger, pinky or toe. It is made of 20 gauge .925 silver wire and 3mm sterling silver seamless beads. This gorgeous piece is simple yet elegant with a timeless design.
