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Giveaway from Lady Lynn

Rose Quartz & Garnet Sterling Silver Pendant

Rules:
To enter to win this giveaway, please go to
Lady Lynn's Boutique
and sign our guest book and mention the Rose Quartz & Garnet Pendant in your comment. You email address is entered so I can contact you if you are the winner and is not visible nor will it be distributed in any manner.
A name will be drawn at random on Monday, September 1st.
The winner will be announced on our blog home page and on the contests page of our website. You will be contacted via email if you are the winner.
Good Luck!

Gold Vermeil - What is that?

If any of you are into jewelry, then you must be keenly aware that the price of gold and silver have recently gone through the roof. As of 5:00pm Friday gold was at $964.00 per ounce and silver at $18.84 an ounce. OUCH!!!

• The average person, and I'm not saying YOU are average...just your means of income, cannot afford to buy anything in pure gold karat. It's just way too expensive. But for as fun as silver is, there is just something about the golden sheen, the warm glow, the richness of GOLD! The lust for gold is truly eternal.

• So what is a girl to do?

• The answer? GOLD VERMEIL. First you ask what is gold vermeil? And how in the world do I say that word?

• Truthfully, most people pronounce it wrongly...but now you will have the knowledge...and knowledge is power. Vermeil - pronounced VER-MAY, is the official industry designation for a heavy gold electroplating over a base of sterling silver.

• Actually it is the heaviest gold plating achievable. When people talk of gold plating they usually mean .5 microns of gold, but vermeil has at least 2.5 microns which is equal to at least .0025 of a millimeter, or 100 millionths of an inch of gold. That doesn't seem like a lot, but in the world of plating it's quite substantial!

• The gold must be at least 10 karat and is typically applied in 14 karat or 20 karat, so it truly is real gold. The benefit? The gold layer is thicker in Vermeil then in most plating techniques, so the layer of gold is longer lasting then in any other plating options. The cons? Because it is actual gold over top of actual sterling silver, the cost is still not cheap. And sterling does tarnish when not cared for properly, and the tarnished silver can show through and darken the gold layer.

• But still, for me personally it allows the look of gold without the inflated price. I use Gold Vermeil extensively and have loved the results...as have my customers. I have included some pictures of my designs utilizing this metal, and if you would like any more info just contact me...I'd love to chat!

Thanks for stopping by! HAPPY Monday!

lisa

Jewelry for the bride to be...

These are some pieces I recently designed for a wedding. Each bridesmaid had designed her own dress to fit her style. The bride requested a uniquely designed piece of jewelry for each of her Posh Gals.

It was fun to capture their style and create something to fit with their overall look. I love the idea of gifting the girls with something that is truly all yours.

Let me design something special for your special gals! I could do this in any color combo for your wedding. So.....whatcha think?

Exclusive New Line - Handcrafted Name Destination Bracelets - Moomette's Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes

I’m so excited - I have a new boutique product line that’s been designed especially for my Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes!

Just in time for Bridal Shower gifting ~ I now carry spectacularly designed, handcrafted bracelets that can be personalized with your favorite New England or other destination!

Did you, your Mom, or someone special to you vacation, meet, fall in love, get married, or honeymoon in New England? Perhaps you need a unique Bridal Shower gift for someone who’s planning a destination wedding. These will make excellent Annivesary presents too! Choose a personalized Name Bracelet to remember special places and destinations close to your own or someone else’s heart!

Each bracelet is cleverly handcrafted with durable beading wire, a Silver clasp, clear Swarovski Crystals, beads or pearls, Sterling Silver daisy & ball pacers, and alphabet beads. Each beauty features a dangle on the clasp!!

You can request any destination name ~ it doesn’t have to be limited to New England!

Examples of places or states: Killington, Stowe Mt, Stratton Mt, Smugglers, Okemo Mt, Sugarbush, Mount Snow, Pico Mt, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Provincetown, Newport, Kennebunkport, Bar Harbor, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York!

So stunning!!

I think I might be having a contest coming up!

Handmade Luscious Lime Glass Bead Bracelet by Heather Weaver

I made this bracelet as a gift idea for a personal friend, but ended up giving her a different piece. So now, I'm offering it to all of my "Posh" pals out there! It is not listed in my Small and Simple Gifts shop. This is a PoshTidbits exclusive.

It's made from a sparkling combination of juicy lime green glass beads, including foil-lined, and Czech fire-polished glass. Some of the beads have flecks of blue and other complementary colors, and there are some clear faceted beads thrown in, like ice cubes in a bowl of fizzy lime punch.

This bracelet is approximately 7.25 inches long, and fits a bit tighter than average, due to the substantial number of beads that add to the width of the piece. The beads dangle and sparkle from individually wrapped sterling silver loops. The bracelet is finished with a sterling silver lobster claw clasp.

Note: There is a bit of yellowing tarnish starting on some of the wire wraps, which is normal with sterling silver. It has not been worn, but has been sitting in my display cabinet. However, I am offering this at a reduced price of $20.00 plus shipping ($4.75 for US Priority Mail), since the silver is not bright white. Includes white gift box. :-)

Celebrate with Casto Creations!

Yay! I'm turning 30 in April and want to celebrate with everyone. Take 30% off your order - no minimum purchase and use it as many times as you'd like during the month of April.

Code: HAPPY30

Not only that - every order gets a free "Party Favor" gift full of goodies from some of my favorite Indie businesses. While supplies last of course.

And last but not least, enter to win the Grand Birthday Giveaway Prize worth over $125!

February Specials at Ear Candy

Hey there Posh Mamas! Check out the specials going on at Ear Candy this month!

Just a little reminder that there's one day left of the EBTW (EtsyBEAD Theme of the Week) special in my shop! This week's theme was "Lady in Red" (or pink, or any shade thereof :)) All items in the EBTW section are 15% off through Feb 9th. To stay up to date on EBTW specials, visit the EtsyBEAD blog, HERE.



Also, I'm extending the dates of my Valentine's Day special just for PoshMama's! Spend $30 or more in my shop and get any pair of earrings for half price (including vintage!) not just until Feb 14th, but through the whole month of February! (Enter "POSHVDAY" in the comments section when you check out)



And as always, PoshMama's never have to pay for shipping :) Just leave a comment on my PM page before you place your order.

Have a fabulous weekend!

Natalie of Ear Candy
Featured Tuesdays on PoshMama Online Magazine

$5 off at Ear Candy

Get $5 off a pair of earrings with the purchase of a bracelet, necklace, or set. Vintage items are included!

Posh Mama's also get free shipping! Enter "Posh Shipping" in the comment section when you check out.

Offer good through December 31st. Please wait for a revised invoice before sending payment.

Merry Christmas Everyone!
Natalie

Shop Ear Candy!

Ear Candy Sale Continues!

Miss out on the special Posh Mama discount? There's still a holiday special going on and everything is 20% off until December 15.* New items, including more vintage pieces, will be posted weekly!





Click here to shop Ear Candy

*Discount taken before shipping. Please wait for a revised invoice before sending payment.

Last Day for Special Posh Mama Discount!

Hello lovely Posh Mama's! Today is the last day of the special Posh Mama discount at Ear Candy! The code POSHCANDY will get you 30% off and free shipping all day today.

I hope everyone has a great time getting ready for the holidays!

DANCING HANNAH JEWELRY - EXCLUSIVE OFFER FOR ALL POSH MAMA'S!

COME ON OVER TO DANCING HANNAH AND ENJOY FREE SHIPPING !! EXCLUSIVE TO ALL POSH MAMA'S THRU THE END OF NOVEMBER!!

just convo me prior to your purchase and let me know you are a 'posh mama' so i can adjust your invoice :) happy thanksgiving week everyone!

don't forget to visit my blog 'keeper of the chocolates' for amazing upcoming jewelry give aways!!

Special discount for Black Friday

Hey all you posh mamas! To celebrate the big shopping weekend, we will be offering a 10% discount on all orders of $20 or more at www.michabellacreations.com, from Black Friday to Monday. Enter code Posh Mama10 at checkout. We offer a variety of handcrafted jewelry and anything can be customized! Always free shipping!