Michon Jewelry Blog

Learn to Make Earrings

Posted by Leah on Oct 1, 2008

I will be teaching a mini earring intensive in May 2009 at Art, Paperie and Pleasantries - and you can take the class, materials included, for just $15 (or free, if you register for the ZNE Convenzione).

Check out the class flyer here! The earrings in photo are one example - I will be demonstrating how to make several styles, and you can choose your favorite to make.

ZNE Gallery Show

Posted by Leah on Aug 22, 2008

Four of my resin necklaces are at Worthington Gallery West for the ZNE Convenzione Gallery Show, opening today (running through September). If you happen to be in Pleasanton, California stop by (739 J Main Street) - there are SO MANY talented mixed media artists represented in this show, you’re sure to see something that you love.

Brillante Weblog Premio 2008 Award

Posted by Leah on Aug 15, 2008

Thank you so much to Lucky Girl for nominating me for this award, for “interesting, happy and sparkling style blogs.” Check out the jewelry in her etsy shop!

Here are the rules for the next recipients of the Brillante Weblog Premio 2008 Award, established in 2005:

l. The award may be displayed on a winner’s blog.
2. Add a link to the person who you received the award from.
3. Nominate up to seven other blogs.
4. Then add their links to your blog.
5. Add a message to each person that you have passed the award on to in the comments section of their blog.

I’m nominating one blog instead of seven, because I’ve seen this blog grow and become a fantastic resource for jewelry makers and jewelry collectors alike. The author of this blog also introduced me to entrecard, a service through which I’ve discovered dozens of other fantastic blogs (but I’ll get to those later). Okay so here’s my nominee: Shiny Adornments. Check out her recent profile of Indigo Skye, a fabulous jewelry maker & friend of mine.

Fam Back to School Fling

Posted by Leah on Aug 5, 2008

One of my pendants was featured by Merkaba Jewelry in this lovely treasury. I realized as I was about to post this that I don’t think I’ve mentioned the Back to School Fling that the FAM etsy team is having. Find owls hidden in the images of featured shops (including mine) to win prizes. See the FAM blog for more information.

Anyway, here’s a screenshot of the treasury:

Featured on Merkaba’s Musings

Posted by Leah on Jun 30, 2008

I’ve been featured on Merkaba’s Musings, the blog of Jennifer, a talented jewelry maker and friend of mine who owns Merkaba Jewelry.

Featured on Jeweled Blossoms

Posted by Leah on Jun 7, 2008

I’ve been featured on Jeweled Blossoms! Thank you so much to Cathy for doing such a nice job on this feature - it’s a really nice write-up, followed by an interview with me, and she chose pictures of a variety of work I’ve done to illustrate the article.

Take 10 Tuesday

Posted by Leah on Apr 22, 2008

It’s Take 10 Tuesday!

The FAM Etsy Street Team is having another fabulous promotion and this time it’s take 10% (or whatever!) off in any of our participating shops!

Beginning at 5:oo pm EST (through midnight Pacific time) on April 22, 2008 the FAM Street Team of Etsy will hold it’s first team-wide sale. Each store will have it’s own twist on the sale, so please be sure you understand the store’s policy when shopping.

In addition to the sale, some of our shop owners have hidden a little T10T secret in some of our listings! Come join us on the Etsy “Etc.” forum for clues on where to find our hidden secrets! The item that has T10T hidden in either the text or image will be Super Reduced! Please check with the store owner on their Secret special specifics.

Everything in my shop, Michon, is 10% off during the event, and if you purchase more than one item, get free shipping anywhere in the world too! I will also have a secret or two hidden in my shop, which is a chance to get a piece of original Michon jewelry at a HUGE discount.

As of the time of publication, the following FAM Team stores are participating:

http://chamberrycherry.etsy.com

10% off anything in my shop, includes custom orders

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http://Valeriesgallery.etsy.com
10% all items between 5 pm and 11 pm. Note FAM T10T in note to seller and adjusted invoice will be sent.

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http://BlueRidgeTreasures.etsy.com

FAM T10T
10% off any purchase of $10 or more. Please put FAM T10T in notes to seller and wait for an adjusted invoice.

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http://elegancewithflair.etsy.com

Earrings ship FREE to the United States in my Jewelry Shop! Get ‘em while they’re hot!

Because… you’ll want ‘em when they’re not!

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http://anniehowes.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop!
Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. And come look for my T10T secret hidden in one of my items! Thank you!

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http://pandys.etsy.com and http://griffingear.etsy.com

I will offer 10% off the purchase of one item, 20% off the purchase of 2 items and free shipping on purchases of $50 or more. This offer is good for both pandys and GriffinGear and items from both shops can be combined for the free shipping.

Put T10T in notes to seller and I’ll send a revised invoice.

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http://carissablack.etsy.com

I am in! 10% off everything in my shop. Please put T10T in notes to seller and wait for a revised

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http://motherspreciousgems.etsy.com

Write FAM T10T in your notes to seller and wait for revised invoice before completing transaction with payment.

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http://macaroniandglue.etsy.com

FAM T10T
10% off any purchase. Please put FAM T10T in notes to seller and wait for an adjusted invoice.

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http://cuteandsweet.etsy.com

10% off everything in my shop!

Please put “T10T” in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will then send a revised invoice. Thank you!

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http://merkabajewelry.etsy.com

From 5PM to 11PM Eastern, take 10% off entire purchase and enjoy free US shipping. Just put FAM T10T in notes to seller at checkout and I’ll send a revised invoice through PayPal. Thanks

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http://sweetpicklespottery.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop. Put FAM T10T in notes to seller and I will send a revised invoice through Paypal.

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http://wysiwigs.etsy.com

10% off any item purchase of $5.00 or more
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BOGO - Purchase a pencil sketch print and choose one (1) complimentary Critter Notecard
**Please be sure to put FAMT10T in your notes to the seller - Thank you!

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http://bamdesigns.etsy.com

Get 10% off your purchase- even custom orders- when you add FAM T10T in notes to seller. Please wait for revised before paying!

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http://doubledippedsweets.etsy.com

Buy one get one 1/2 off! Please put “FAMT10T” in notes to seller and wait for a revised invoice! Have fun shopping!

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http://reneesfashions.etsy.com

10% Off $20 or more purchase and a FREE gift with purchase. Be sure to put FAM T10T in buyer notes.

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http://prettybowtique.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop!
Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. Thank you!

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http://littlesomethingextra.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything. The first person to buy over $30.00 of merchandise gets a free custome order of washcloths.

Enjoy your shopping:)
* be sure to mention T10T in your comments to seller and wait for the adusted invoice to be elegible for the discount.

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http://antoinettes.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop!
Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. Thank you!

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http://nikkisnacs.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop including custom orders!
Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. Thank you!

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http://ljdesignphoto.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop and any custom orders!
Spend $30 or more and receive a free 5×7 of your choice.
Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. Thank you!

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http://studiodusoleil.etsy.com

10% off purchases under $50 and 15% off purchases over $50.
Please reference T10T in your comments to receive a revised invoice.

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http://michon.etsy.com

10% off everything, & free shipping if you buy more than one item. Write FAM T10T in notes to seller and receive a revised invoice (or partial refund if you already paid).

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http://cindyjoy.etsy.com - Take 10% off everything in my shop, includes custom orders and sale items!
Please put FAM T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount, and wait for me to send a revised invoice through PayPal. Thank you!

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http://judyk.etsy.com

Take 10% off everything in my shop!

Please put T10T in Comments to Seller to be eligible for discount. I will send a revised invoice. Thank you!

There will be a secret in my Shop!

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http://newenglandquilter.etsy.com

Take 10% off all purchases in my shop. Mention “FAM T10T” in notes to seller and I will send you a revised invoice! There’s a secret in my shop!

Staying Energized

Posted by Leah on Apr 16, 2008

One problem with being a mom and an artist and working is that it can be hard to keep my energy levels up enough to keep up with everything and not go too crazy. I know it’s important to take care of myself, but sometimes that comes after everything else. I’m sure other people can relate to that! So I’ve decided to make it a priority to focus on my health - get back to my pre-pregnancy weight, eat more veggies, and just have more energy. So, I opened a social networking site for anyone who also wants to focus on being healthier, where we can encourage each other, give advice, and just try to stay on track. If that sounds like something you might like to do, please join us! The website is http://ahealthierlife.ning.com/. It’s free and easy to join - I’m in a few networks on ning, and it’s a convenient way to network with people who have similar interests.

My feature on Jewelry and Beading

Posted by Leah on Dec 22, 2007

Cyndi at Jewelry and Beading just published an article about me. You can read it here.

We actually did the interview a little while ago so I just want to point out that one of the links is outdated - I’m no longer updating my 365pendants blog, because I decided to focus on making pieces that are a little bit more labor intensive & that means I can’t realistically finish one every day.

I also started selling my work on etsy since the interview was done - you can see my shop here.

Thanks Cyndi for writing up the article!

Lead in Jewelry

Posted by Leah on Dec 11, 2007

A new law is going into effect very soon in California to protect consumers from lead poisoning in jewelry. Many base metal and plated or painted products contain lead, so to be safe, when purchasing jewelry *ask* what it is made of and if any materials contain lead. Once the new law goes into effect, jewelry containing lead will have to be labeled as such & have a warning about the effects of lead.

Silver, copper, and gold do not contain lead. Some metals that may contain lead are silver plated, gold plated, and pewter.

Pearls and gemstones do not contain lead.

Most glass beads do not contain lead, but many crystal beads such as Swarovski crystal, are made with lead. Unlike plated metal, however, the lead in Swarovski crystal is not ingestible, according to this notice on the Rings and Things website about lead in jewelry products. In other words, it appears that Swarovski crystal is safe despite being made with lead, because it is impossible to ingest the lead. I recommend reading the entire article on the Rings and Things site about lead - it is very informative.

When purchasing jewelry or other gifts this holiday season, use common sense, and never put something in your mouth if you think it might contain lead - and don’t give jewelry to young children if any of the materials could contain lead.