Monday, April 20, 2009
Something Blue
I just listed my latest inital pendants in the shop. Im thinking of running a sale for brides-to-be, so that they can gift all of their lovely bridesmaids their own inital pendants, as well as get one for themselves to wear on their big day. Obvoiusly, the beads and colors can be customized to match the colors of the wedding. Or the brides inital pendant can use blue beads to be her "something blue". What do you think?Friday, April 17, 2009
Gemstones
If you ever read my listing on etsy, you'll see that there are several times i use the phrase "semi-precious light green stone"(or blue, or purple, whatever). And its not because im trying to be sneaky, or not tell you the name of the stone, its simply because i have NO IDEA what the stone is. I go to huge gem shows to pick out my stones, and then come home with no clue what they are. Some are obvious, others not so much. So in an effort to remedy that, when i got to my next show in a few weeks i plan on asking what each and every stone i buy is called, and make a point to write it down. And for those stones in my stash that remain a mystery, i just ordered the book shown here. Cant wait to get it in the mail!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
works in progress
These pieces still need to be polished and cleaned up a bit, but they will be ready soon.The new letters are R and T.
Monday, April 13, 2009
cut and paste!
To me, things like this are pointless, over analyzed, and SO MUCH FUN!! Care too copy, past and post? :)
Yourself: scattered
Your partner: my compliment
Your hair: Shorter than Id like
Your Mother: soul mate
Your Father: strong
Your Favorite Item: beads
Your dream last night: travel
Your Favorite Drink: mojitos
Your Dream Car: Volvo SUV
Your Dream Home: comfortable
The Room You Are In: living room at work
Your fear: loneliness
Where you Want to be in Ten Years? northwest coast
Who you hung out with last night: Casey
What You're Not: patient, and a good speller
Muffins: banana nut
One of Your Wish List Items: new jeans
The Last Thing You Did: took a walk with a baby
What You Are Wearing: jeans/sweater- comfy
Your favorite weather: warm days, cool nights
Your Favorite Book: twilight
Last thing you ate: breakfast
Your Life: slowly getting to be what id like it to be
Your mood: excited
Your Best Friend: all of my friends are the best
What are you thinking about right now: new jewelry/weddings
Your car: needs a wash
What are you doing at the moment: Blogging
Your summer: exciting changes
Relationship status: in love
What is on your tv: Nothing
What is the weather like: a little cool for me
When is the last time you laughed: Today
Here we go again..
I cant believe im about to type these words again....
Liz Mathews Jewelry Design will be showing at the August Buyers Market in Philly.
After discovering that I had indeed signed a 2-show contract with the buyers market, it took a few days for my bitterness (im not gonna sugar coat it) to wear off. While I am still scared to invest so much money into this show again, I have decided that IT WILL BE great exposure, a great opportunity to meet more artists, and the perfect time to debut all my new work. (right?!?!?!?!)
This time I am happy to be partnering up (for local purposes only) with The Foundling. I love, love, love Betsy's work, and look forward to having such a cool neighbor!
Over the past few days I have been reflecting on my first market experience, and already have a list of things I'd like to do differently. I think it will all help. Marketing, booth layout, promotions, displays... so much to consider.
One of the biggest obstacles i still face is deciding where I want to stay in Philly. Id LOVE to not have to pay for a hotel again, as this was the biggest expense from the show last time, aside from the booth fee. Do I get a hotel outside the city, commute from York, PA (my parents house) every morning, hop on the Amtrak? Any suggestions...?
Other things on my mind- branding my business. Is Liz Mathews the right name for a jewelry company? I wish i had come up with a catchy business name. Is it too late? In all honesty, the business is still SMALL. Now is better than later to switch, but do i really want too? And if so, what is the new name. Is it better to represent myself as a company rather than a one person studio jeweler? Looking at my end goal, I dont think marketing myself as a small, independent artist is the way to go. Will people still be able to find me, or remember me. Is it starting over from scratch?? How do you just switch names? These are just some of the the thoughts in my head. What do you think?
Name suggestions?
Liz Mathews Jewelry Design will be showing at the August Buyers Market in Philly.
After discovering that I had indeed signed a 2-show contract with the buyers market, it took a few days for my bitterness (im not gonna sugar coat it) to wear off. While I am still scared to invest so much money into this show again, I have decided that IT WILL BE great exposure, a great opportunity to meet more artists, and the perfect time to debut all my new work. (right?!?!?!?!)
This time I am happy to be partnering up (for local purposes only) with The Foundling. I love, love, love Betsy's work, and look forward to having such a cool neighbor!
Over the past few days I have been reflecting on my first market experience, and already have a list of things I'd like to do differently. I think it will all help. Marketing, booth layout, promotions, displays... so much to consider.
One of the biggest obstacles i still face is deciding where I want to stay in Philly. Id LOVE to not have to pay for a hotel again, as this was the biggest expense from the show last time, aside from the booth fee. Do I get a hotel outside the city, commute from York, PA (my parents house) every morning, hop on the Amtrak? Any suggestions...?
Other things on my mind- branding my business. Is Liz Mathews the right name for a jewelry company? I wish i had come up with a catchy business name. Is it too late? In all honesty, the business is still SMALL. Now is better than later to switch, but do i really want too? And if so, what is the new name. Is it better to represent myself as a company rather than a one person studio jeweler? Looking at my end goal, I dont think marketing myself as a small, independent artist is the way to go. Will people still be able to find me, or remember me. Is it starting over from scratch?? How do you just switch names? These are just some of the the thoughts in my head. What do you think?
Name suggestions?
Friday, April 3, 2009
Latest work
These are the pieces I worked on last night. Love the idea, not happy with the execution yet. I have some fine details to work out, but nothing I cant handle! Look for them soon! Any other motifs you may like to see??Also coming this weekend (i hope), a new twist on the lucite work i was doing. There will be images, patterns and colors. But no lucite! Are you on the edge of your seat?!?!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Friendly Reminder
Just a reminder that all lucite jewelry is still 40% off! Visit my shop to see what is still available.
And dont forget about these guys! They are also available in my shop, and make lovely gifts. You will soon be seeing some variates to these as well!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Monday!
It was a whirlwind weekend full of catching up with new friends, making new ones, visiting our nations capital and museums, doing housework, and of course- making new jewelry!
Friday, March 27, 2009
Give away!
Im having a little give away! This new pendant could be yours :)!All you have to do is EMAIL me (at: mathews.liz@gmail.com) with a name and location of a shop or boutique that you think would be a good fit for my new work. It doesn't matter where the store is located, or if I can visit the shop myself- in fact the farther away, the more fun!
On April 15th, I'll select a winner at random, and ship this hip new necklace off too you as a "thank you" for being my scout!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
My favorite
These are my current favorites. They are so delicate and sweet. Available in any color, or without a stone, they would make lovely bridesmaids gifts, no?
New earrings
Ta-da, here they are!Here are SOME of the new earrings from my new line. This is really just the tip of the iceberg, and I plan to post more tomorrow. These will also be in my etsy shop by tonight :)
My guess is that people will be suprised to see these, as they are quite a departure from my normal style. They are simple, clean, feminine, fun, full of movement, elegant, hip... i really love them!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Check out the latest post by Baltimore By Hand, to see these earrings, as well as other fabulous spring-like works of art, all created her in Charm City!
Thank you!
I just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who left me birthday messages, called to say hi, and celebrated my birthday with me. It was a wonderful way to start my 26th year, and it really made me feel love. Thanks guys- your the best :)
Friday, March 20, 2009
Progress
It may be slow... but progres is being made!
More pictures soon- i promise!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
New earrings
Many new earrings have been added to my shop!
Dont forget- the sale is still going on!
40% off!!!!
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