The Artisan Group will be participating at the 2012 GBK’s MTV Movie Awards Gift Lounge. Here are some of the artisans who answered our invitation to share information on the products they will be gifting. Enjoy!
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Collection of Designer Note Cards
Made by: Beezkneez Designs
Founded in 2008, The BeezKneez is a popular online paper goods shoppe specializing in completely customizable invitations, announcements, stationery, and other customizable gifts. With just a few clicks, customers are able to personalize the trendy designs to create their own designer products.
The BeezKneez will be gifting the attending celebrities at the 2012 MTV Movie Awards Gift Lounge, sponsored by GBK Productions, with a lovely collection of designer notecards, including Born to Rock in red, Funky Zebra Print in chocolate/pink, Rock Star in lime, Grunge DJ in aqua, and Skater Boy in orange.
Fidget
$55.00
Made by: Jewelry by Saniki Creations
Micromaille Chainmaille Weave Dodecahedron (Japanese) Ball is handmade with Stainless Steel and your choice of Jeweler’s Brass, Bronze, Copper, or choose all Stainless Steel.
We start with 20 gauge wire, coiled and cut to the size required and weave these little balls one ring at a time. The ball is connected to co-ordinating 18 gauge metals of a variant of a Mobius/Japanese 12in2 Weave and we added a simple 16-inch silver chain with a Spring Clasp just to complete the look.
Damask Tutu Dress with matching flower collar and leash
Price: $79.99
Made by: Sophisticated Pup
The damask tutu dress is an adorable dress made of Michael Miller designer fabrics. It has a black and white damask pattern as the outer shell and a hot pink lining. A black tutu and hot pink satin ribbon complete the look. This tutu dress also has its own harness hook so that a separate harness is not needed. A front and under the belly closure of Velcro completes the look! The matching flower collar is made of the same Michael Miller designer fabric and finished off with a hot pink crystal peony. The leash is 5 ft. long and the perfect compliment! What could be cuter than this! Available in sizes XS, S, and M.
White Truffle Raspberry Sugar Scrub
Price: $23.00
Made by: Starlet Glam Bath & Body
Ooh la la! The secret to your Red Carpet look!
Gently exfoliate your skin with this luxurious whipped foaming body polish made with Vegan cane sugar and packed with nourishing oils and butters to hydrate dry skin. It will rinse away clean and your skin will have a lovely velvet feel. There’s no oily residue on you or your shower floor. A LuxSpa treat that will leave you smooth, glowing and glamorous!
In addition to a gentle exfoliation, it has a rich, thick and creamy lather with an explosion of bubbles for cleansing and moisturizing. The fragrance is a decadent blend of White Chocolate, Raspberry and Sugar. So yummy!
**Paraben and Propylene Glycol Free
Green Apple Designer Glycerin Soap
$7.00
Made by: Magic Senses
Magic Senses will be gifting the Press our latest design: Green Apple glycerin soap – refreshing, crisp and clean at the same time! Hand cut. 6 oz.
The formula is enriched with shea butter and aloe vera gel; it is very soothing and cleansing while giving off a creamy lather to moisturize and soften your skin.
Each bar of soap is unique and has its own personality; being handcrafted and imperfect adds greater value and fascination. The eye appeal and beautiful scent make it an excellent choice for unique and special gifts.
Mojito soap with Mojito lip balm
Price: $9.50
Made by: Tracey Gurley Bath and Body
Our Mojito soap is made from scratch using wonderful oils for your skin. The beautiful color comes from French green clay and the tropical aroma comes from the essential oils of keylime, lime, spearmint, & litsea cubeba. Our Mojito lip balm is truly ultra-rich and vegan friendly. We include luxe shea butter, aloe butter, and avocado butter in our recipe.
Bohemian Middle Eastern Luminous Pendant Necklace
Price: $44.95
Made by: SilverSchells Jewelry Designs
These pendants where inspired by both traditional Indian and dynamic bohemian style. These necklaces are constructed of copper, brass and aluminum hand sewn four-sided polygon, one large luminous swarovski crystal and then using a Indian technique.
A matching chain is added and also luminous tiny swarovski crystals on the corner of the pendant, to give this necklace that unique handmade custom designed bohemian middle eastern look. The pendant measures 2in long and 2in wide,18in long.
Leather Bangles
Price: $30.00
Made by: Amy FIne Design
A set of 10, brightly colored leather bangles with silver or gold tubes.
Sun/Moon Face Signed OOAK Bracelet
$29.00
Made by: Firefly Myst Artisan Jewelry
This is a beautiful sun/moon bracelet with 6mm sky blue crazy lace agate and silver curved tubes. It measures 71/4″ in length. The silver toggle clasp is easy to use. The sun/moon focal is signed and was made in my home studio.
Modern by Design Notecards
$15 FOR A SET OF 10
Made by: Palm Beach Parties
Who says the handwritten note is a thing of the past? Personalized note cards make a great gift for a friend, a neighbor, or a special treat for yourself!
All cards are designed, cut, scored and packaged by yours truly! Printed onto either art recycled or smooth white card stock. Sold in sets of 10 and come with matching envelopes.
Animal Print Headband
$9
Made by: Baby Button Tops
Our headbands are made for children, teens and adults – everyone! They can be worn as a wide headband, folded over and worn as a thin headband, or even twist it to give it a great textured look!
You can wear them at any time with anything whether it be for nursing, a bad hair day, biking or hiking, cooking in the kitchen, playing in the backyard with your children, or even out for the night with friends.
All of our headbands are handmade with quality cotton prints with a covered elastic back to ensure a great fit for you with no slipping. They measure approximately 4 inches wide when worn open, or 2 inches wide when folded in half.
Fortune Cookie Change
$17.25 USD
Made by: Hoshii Designs
“Fame and Fortune”- Original Fortune Cookie Change Purse with Jeweled Mini Fortune Cookie Zipper Pull
A cute all natural little change purse to stash your coin. 100% sugar and calorie free and guaranteed not to crumble!
The renewable, sustainable, and eco friendly wool felt has lovely natural characteristics and no post processing applied. In honor of the 2012 MTV Movie Awards, we have added a jeweled mini fortune cookie zipper pull. It has been adorned with a sparkling rhinestone “fortune” that was recycled from vintage jewelry.
Rose Gold Gemstone Hoops
$37
Made by: Saressa Designs
These sparkling, hand forged hoops are made of 14k rose gold filled wire and adorned with 4 gemstones each in one of 7 different colors/styles: Aqua Quartz, Red Bamboo Coral, Onyx, White Jade, Olive Jade, Mustard Jade and Tangerine Jade. They measure 1 3/8th inches (40mm) in diameter.
The City Clutch In Gold & Creme
$24.00
Made by: Sew Beastly
This overly cute and unique clutch is made from gold, shiny linen that gives this bag a sense of elegance. Perfect for a night out! This chic bag features my signature textured ruffles in a perfect creme shade.
Perfect to store all your essentials + more. Also great for organizing a bigger bag. *Stop losing your lip balm in that big purse*
This clutch measures approximately 8 inches wide by 5 inches tall.
The inside is lined with coordinating creme fabric that features a dotted swirl design. This fabric is made for outside use, so it is easy to wipe it clean.
Cyan Fire Agate Wire Wrapped Pendant
$40
Made by: Care More Creations
This cyan fire agate wire wrapped pendant was created swirling and shaping silver plate wire by hand, adding black agate beads and sparkly Swarovski crystals to create a beautiful setting that enhances the natural beauty, color and shape of the gemstone. This oval translucent gemstone has dramatic teal striations throughout with a stunning black edge that frames this stone nicely. The combination of the elegant, swirly wire setting, together with the earthy and dramatic gemstone creates a versatile piece of wearable art that can be worn with a party dress or your favorite casual jeans. It measures 1″ across and 2″ top to tip.
Embossed Copper and Ceramic Necklace
$85
Made by: Catcophony Wearable Art
Embossed copper is patinaed and polished to accent the embossed designs. Copper wire is wrapped free-form around a green antiqued ceramic bead. The necklace is 18 inches in length and finished with a handmade hammered copper “S” clasp. Matching earrings are available.
Metal is embossed by hand, cut to shape, patinaed and the raised areas are polished to reveal the embossing. The effect is never the same twice; the sanding process adds its own interpretation to the piece. The final effect is not unlike an impressionist painting- a little antique, a little modern. Copper IS the new black.
Ferris Wheel Photo Pendant
$35.00
Made by: The Shutterbug Eye
This necklace features a one inch square photo pendant featuring an original photograph of a ferris wheel against a brilliant blue sky. The photo is printed on Kodak Endura Metallic paper, which provides rich, vivid colors and a unique 3 dimensional appearance. It is set in a 1 inch by 1 inch square silver pendant and topped with a glass cabochon to protect it and give it a three dimensional appearance. It include a 20 inch silver chain.
Teardrop Bracelet
$20-$25 (Depending on the metals and stones used)
Made by: AussenWolf Designs
A form fitting wire sculpted bracelet with a dainty teardrop window around faceted glass beads. This bracelet style and shaping originated with the acknowledgement that we all shed tears in our journey through life–and a wish that any tears you shed will have something beautiful at the center.
Rock n’ Roll Pyrite Wire Laced Long Necklace
$75.00
Made by: The 7th Crow
This long length necklace is made using raw brass wire and chain that has been oxidized and hand polished. The wire has been intricately laced (or crocheted) by hand and attached to soldered raw brass rings. The round linked, delicate chain is finished off with additional gemstones and a matching metal closure that is very sturdy and secure. The delicate appearance of this necklace mixed with the antiqued esthetic as well as the faceted pyrite (also known as “Fool’s Gold”) gemstones mix elegance with rock n’ roll. A little sparkle – A little glam – A lot of Rock n’ Roll!
Fine Art Notecard Sampler
$45
Made by: Rebecca Nash Photography
This collection of fine art photo is just the product for a taste of what to expect from Rebecca Nash Photography.
Including one card from 4 of the 5 available themed fine art photography packs, envelopes, a biography card, and a gift certificate for a full set of 12 of any theme all packaged up beautifully.
Custom Handmade Collar
$15.50
Made by: Four Black Paws
All collars are handmade in the U.S.A. by Sarah Struett and her three adorable fur kids. Every fabric collar is adjustable and created from 100% designer cotton fabric lined with interfacing for structure and durability. They are sewn with extremely high strength thread that won’t lose its strength through your tough adventures. Finally, they are finished off by a curved side release buckle which is designed for comfort and a heavy duty cast nickel D-ring that won’t break under pressure. All of our collars are crafted to be stylish while also providing you the quality that your fur baby deserves.
Blissful Balm
$20.00
Made By: SimplyCaprine
So many uses… so good for your skin! A versatile and easy to use product to use, Blissful Balm has the right blend of all natural nourishing oils and butters that include cocoa and shea butters, jojoba and extra virgin coconut oils, and pure essential oils. Use it as your lip balm, for dry hands, feet, elbows or any where extra TLC is needed. It absorbs quickly into your skin and is never greasy. PLUS, a little goes a long way. Keeping it Natural. Simple. Fresh
Cecelia Necklace
135.00 CAN
Made by: Sahetah’s Jewelry
Did you know that “clock watches” were first worn as pendants on both men and women in the 16th century? These over-sized timepieces were later made into smaller clocks watches that were called “pocket watches” in the 17th century.
Many steampunk designs today focus on the rustic and industrial side of the Victorian Era. Sahetah’s Jewelry however, creates a romantic and feminine flare to the old tradition of wearing elaborate pocket watches as necklaces and calls it ‘Feminine Steampunk’. These necklaces are not for those who are shy at heart. This necklace is looking for a woman who loves glamour and serious ‘wow’ factor. Love turning heads and having everyone’s enamored eyes drawn to you? Then this necklace is designed for you.
Large, Signature Designs, Copper Layered Hoop Earrings with Picasso Czech Glass Beads
$32.00
Made by: GHdesigns
Non-tarnishing copper wire is triple layered in GHdesigns’ signature, hammered design. Earrings measure approximately 2″ in diameter and dangle approximately 2 1/2- 2 3/4″. Turquoise, teal, and copper Picasso Czech glass beads – patterned flat ovals – 18 X 12mm, are suspended and dangle freely in the middle of the inner hoop. Hoops are hung on handmade copper ear wires as well. Each pair will be unique.
4 oz. Viaggi (travel) candle
$12.00
Made by: Villa Lusso
Our Villa Lusso Viaggi (4 oz. travel) candle is being gifted to the Press attending the MTV Movie Gift Lounge. We have included candles in assorted Italian inspired scents including, Perugia (the most decadent chocolate), Capri (capturing the scent of the Sea and salt air), Sicilia (your favorite almond biscotti) and Venezia (for the fresh fruit market in the Piazza San Marco). All of our candles are hand poured and 100% soy and can be found on our website at www.villalusso.com
Small Rainbow Lidded Container
$15
Made By: Pieceful Design
These adorable lidded containers would be a lovely addition to any space! They are created by wrapping strips of rich batik fabrics around cotton clothesline, then carefully coiling and sewing them into the desired shape. The cylindrical products require careful hand stitching of the top and bottom pieces. These particular containers have a hinged lid and are finished with a charm that serves as a gravity-fed closure. The finished product is lightweight, but exceptionally durable and machine-washable. A wide variety of solid and patterned fabrics, sizes and shapes are available.
Black Crystal Mesh Necklace and Earrings
$39 (Necklace) / $42 (Earrings)
Made by: JuditB
Edgy necklace made up of a mesh tube filled with crystal cubes in gold, silver and copper. The earrings are oversized and also made up of mesh tubes filled with crystal cubes in gold, silver and copper.
Natural Perfume Spray
$45.00
Made by: Esscentual Alchemy
Esscentual Alchemy’s natural perfumes are made with essential oils. Esscentual Alchemy’s natural perfume comes in a glass bottle with a spray applicator.
This bottle holds 3ml of perfume, and arrives gift wrapped with dragonfly tissue paper, in our signature hunter green velvet bag, with a musical hang tag.
Crystal Tag Necklace
Price: $38
Made by: Gemelli Inspired
Each necklace is made with swarovski crystals hand wrapped to a natural brass tag to create the perfect pendant! The necklace is 18″ in length.
We use 100% natural brass findings that are nickel and lead free compliant.
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Small Sock Monkey
$16
Made by: Sock Monkey Emporium
Small Sock Monkey made from a new pair of children’s sock and filled with toy standard stuffing. All features are hand embroidered.
Monkeys are available weekly at www.facebook.com/SockMonkeyEmporium Christmas orders now being taken!!!
Talisman Necklace
$120
Made By: Autumn Bradley Jewelry Design
The Talisman Necklace features three handcrafted charms and one stone, sure to bring you lots of positive vibes! A Hamsa for protection, a wishbone and ancient coin for luck, and a turquoise bead to dispel negative energy.
The charms are created by hand from sterling silver and antiqued brass and hang from a 36″ sterling silver twisted rope chain. Each piece is one of a kind and filled with plenty of love and positive energy.
Luxury Beaded Silver Ring
$80.00
Made by: Alexis Gopal Jewelry
Luxurious adjustable silver ring dripping with large pearls, crystals, designer glass beads, silver beads… definitely an eye catcher!
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“Crows” fine art note cards
$50
Made by: Geekgirly Photography
A set of 5 fine art note cards with a crow theme, printed on art watercolor paper and packaged in a handmade box.
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Freak Flag Pendant
$60
Made by: Erin Michael ∙ Silversmith | Visual Artist ∙
Let the world know you’re letting your Freak Flag fly!
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Rock Goddess Rings
$25 Each
Made by: I adore life Handmade
Hand wire wrapped ring fixed with 14k gold plated
findings, beautiful precious crystal stones, won’t tarnish over time!
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Sterling Silver White Topaz Pendant
$150.00
Made by:Sherry Luke of Sherry’s Jewelry
Here is a 5/8″ x 1.25 Wire Sculpted Sterling Silver Pendant with 12x10mm Emerald cut 7.5 cts White Topaz
Held by a lovely 20″ Sterling Silver Snake Chain
White Topaz is also called Clear Topaz or Silver Topaz. It will aid your spiritual development as it encourages you to accept direction and guidance from Spirit and to find your purpose.
You can use the vibration of this stone to aid you to manifest, as it has strong magnification energy. It also aids you to have a more orderly approach.
This will aid manifestation and make the passage of achieving your desires easier and faster. This crystal carries the energy of truth, and its vibration will help you to have improved mental clarity.
It has a lovely energy that helps you to substitute negativity with love, peace and joy. This is also a strong healing stone… as they will help those who are listless and who are feeling low and in need of extra energy.
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