My Jewelry at Alexia Gavela Bridal

My connection with Alexia Gavela, in Austin, TX, began with my niece.  She purchased her wedding gown there almost 2 years ago.  When I went with her for a fitting, I began talking with the owner, Geri, and he encouraged me to bring some jewelry to him (on consignment) to see if it would sell.  I have sold many pieces there and it’s turned out to be a pretty good venue for me!  Here is a partial picture of some of the pieces I have there.

There are a lot of beaded combs pictured here that are not in my Etsy shop.  They’ve been fun to make, but take quite awhile.  Here’s a link to the one set of combs I DO have in my Etsy shop.  They are currently sale priced at $21 for the pair: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22559937

The owner, Geri has a knack of really listening to the bride and finding the perfect dress for them, and the dresses are gorgeous!!  He knows his stuff and is easy to work with.  He’s really good about suggesting jewelry to go with the dresses, too,  and it’s working!  I would tell any bride-to-be to go check out his shop!  He is super!  www.agbride.com

January Clearance Sale Now In Progress!

I don’t know why I haven’t done this before.  Regular stores have clearance sales, why not my Etsy shop?   Here are a few of the pieces that are on sale:

The sale section in my shop has 22 pieces that have been in my inventory for awhile, and I’m ready for them to find a good home.  Maybe the lower prices will entice someone!  Plus, I always offer FREE SHIPPING in the U.S. and very low shipping to all other locations.   Stop by and browse awhile!  Here’s a link to my sale section:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/SarasCreations?section_id=6712828

“Unchain My Upside Down Heart”

I found these beautiful upside down heart filigree components at one of my favorite bead shops in Houston, TX:  Bead Traders/SS Traders.  Here is a link to their online store: http://www.sunnylookdesign.com/

The online shop is a little different than the physical location.  They are tucked in the center of a little shopping area on the corner of Fondren and Westheimer that has sort of a little courtyard and shops behind other shops.  A little hard to find if you don’t know where to look!  I did bit of wandering the first time I went there…  They have tons of charms and components, as well as a good selection of seed beads and a smaller section of glass and gemstone beads, chain and tools/supplies.  Their main thing is charms and components.  They are always very helpful and I’ve gotten a free gift every time I’ve been there!

I thought these earrings would be a beautiful addition to the jewelry I have on consignment at Alexia Gavela Bridal, here in Austin.  I also have them posted in my Etsy shop.  You can read all the specifics about them here:  http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38166615

Check This Out!

Thanks to Ana of Art-By-Ana for including my “Jingle Bell Clusters” earrings in her “After the Holidays Sale” Treasury on Etsy!  She chose some great items from different shops on Etsy to be featured.  All of these shops are having after Christmas sales.

For those of you new to Etsy,  treasuries are composed of a collection of 12 handpicked items by Etsy members.  There is a limited number of treasury spots available, and it is very difficult to grab one of those spots to list your favorites!  Often the Etsy Administration picks items from treasuries or even whole treasuries to be featured in the coveted spots on the home page of the Etsy website.   Here’s a link to Ana’s treasury:

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=103397

We’re all hoping for the front page!!  Thanks again Ana!