Two new items!

Okay, every description can't be the alexlady equivalent of the peterman catalogue. But I think these two items speak for themselves.

Onyx and Frosted Glass Necklace

Orange millefiore bracelet with teeny faces

Also, the Medford Handmade Faire is but days away!! I'm looking forward to posting pictures from the Faire, and I hope to see you there!

Looking for something GRODY?

Oh, friends, get ready because Halloween's a-comin. Check out these fabulous yucky items by Etsians.

Get ghouly with this ghastly ear adornment! Reminds me of a shrunken head. Awesome.

And a little trick or treats for your kitties...

Catnip Eyeballs!!


Gross AND cute? Skullz the skeleton plushie!




And to top it all off...

When you just can't find the perfect accessory, try this
Badger Bone necklace.


uh, wow. Truly gross.

Ew. isn't constructive criticism supposed to be constructive??

I was talking to a friend in DC and she mentioned that her friend was also selling her jewelry! She went to class at a place that I don't want to name but it's a famous artists' place in DC that used to be a factory that made torpedoes. *wink wink.*

So her friend takes this class on how to market your product. And they say to her, "Well, your problem is that your jewelry looks like stuff you could get from India for ten bucks."

ummmm WOW. thanks! that's awesome. very helpful. i could think of probably at least 27 kinder and more helpful ways to say something like that. i've never seen her work, but how about, "well it looks like you have room for growth in X area" or "Maybe you need some items that will fit a wider range of price points."

yuk. i'm sure that's not representative of the artists that have their studios ath this place that used to be a factory that made torpedoes. but what a way to influence someone's art. i hope i never say anything that rude to someone, no matter what I think of their art.

Blog Giveaway Winner!!!

The winner of the blog giveaway is

BUNNYKISSD!!

Thanks to everyone who commented and blogged! I'll have more giveaways in the future, so stay in touch!

Flying off the shelves!

Five new sales! Four from the store, plus a custom pair of earrings. Vundebar!

It's been so great to get feedback about my items and the store. More to come!
Goodbye, little friends...

Boobs and beads!

Recently I became aware of a phenomenon called 'nursing jewelry.' If you have a little one you have probably already heard of this, but it was new to this lady!

I set out to design some handmade beads for a nursing bracelet... a stretchy band that you can switch from wrist to wrist to remember which side you last nursed on.

I came up with these:














That's right. Boob beads.

Alas, they did not function so well on the elastic as a bracelet... they spun around because of the extra clay for the nipples, and i thought of putting nipples on both sides so they were reversible, but... CREEPY.

so now, what to do? twelve boobs in all, handcrafted. Turn them into earrings? hairsticks? The possibilities really are endless, and yet, I am stumped.

Any suggestions?

Vendor List for the upcoming Handmade Faire!

I'm so excited to do my first arts show... I'm working on putting together my table displays now! Check out all of the great vendors that will be there... it's a perfect day to get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping!

Dhara Holistics - Bath & Body Products
AJK Artistry - Paper Goods
Pineland's Basketry by Mary Carty - Baskets & Gourd bowls
From Nancy's Heart - Holiday Decor & Ornaments
Krystal Dyer - Abstract Art & Prints
Little Pies - Organic Dog Treats & Pet Accessories
Gems by Les - Wire Sculpted Jewelry
Flying Needle Gallery - Home Decor
Intergalactic Rose - Clothing
Blue Fish Moon - Sterling Silver & Mixed Metal/Found Objects Jewelry
Whimsey's Fabric Fancies
Seahorse Designs - Jewelry & Knitted Fashions
Brownie's Woodcrafts - Handmade Scroll Saw Wood Projects
Creations by Robin - Sea Glass Jewelry
Hailey Lew Originals - Children's Room Decor
WTW Hand Turned pens of Wood, Corian, Gemstone & Acrylic
Copa Banana's Repurposed Items & Plush Toys
ShutterKate - Knitted & Crocheted Accessories & Housewares
Bowes for all Occassions - Floral Arrangments & Swags
The Village Needler - Sewn Children's Clothing, Blankets & Accessories
Puppet Hats & Scarves by Jaquelyn Morgan
Kristen Solecki's Illustration Art paintings, prints & more
DKoss's Monster Plush Art Dolls, 100% hand stiched
Collective Elements Paper Goods
Trashed Clothing - Clothing & Plastic Bling
Prim at Heart - Steampunk Jewelry
Two Creative Hearts - Homemade Edibles, Seasonal Crafts
Moon Faire's World - Vintage & Mixed Media Holiday Crowns & Decor
Jules Jewels Jewelry - Fused Glass Jewelry
Nice Rakc - Accessories & Purses
WebmavenNJ's Weaving & Basketry
Little Bit Crafts - Holiday Decor & Gifts
Crafty Dragon - Bee's Wax Candles, Massage Oils
Herbertsville Honey - Honey Products
Dime Store Daze - Found Object Unique OOAK Jewelry
TriSymbolize - Flame & Lampwork Glass Wares
Nyman's Decoy Wood Carvings
Little Flower Designs - Nature Inspired Pottery
Hand Cut Corian Cutting Boards
Domino Art by Natalie Nowatkowski
Made by Melissa - Crochet and Jewelry Items
Jonathan's Recycled Hats & Bags
Krisamels Recycled & Mixed Media Goodies
Sharp Shirter - Wearable Art
Azaiez Designs
Ear Wraps
Baobab Love
Face of Contentment
Mary Redmirski's Giftware
Donna Plaza's Holiday Decor
Decorative Holiday Items by Becky
Lizzie Leave In's Hair Accessories
Silk Flower Arrangements by Greg
Crochet Items by Katiusca
Pig Dog's Paintings, Photography & Housewares
Silver Forge Farm - Quilts, Plush Toys
Hippie Bling - Brazilian Agate Stone Necklaces & Windchimes
Earth Magic Pottery by Christine Barath
Orange Slice Art & Housewares
Alex Lady Designs
Little Pieces by Holly Doyle of Leafpile.org
Jennifer's Custom Fiber Designs - Handwoven clothes & Home accents
Bower's Wildlife Art Studio - Nature inspired Art & Carvings
Tile Art Rendition in Original Frames
Green Cow Soap Studio
Jewelry by Sherri Pray
Jersey Jerry's Broom Maker
Class Attire NYC Chalkboard Shirts
MNM Gear Tie Dye

Handmade Faire
Medford, NJ
Flying W Airport Resort
60 Fostertown Rd.
Medford, NJ 08055

Saturday, October 25th 10am-4pm
Stick around for Medford's Halloween Parade at 7 pm!!