Bangle SALE for March!

Announcing a new SALE for March! ALL Handmade Wooden Decoupage Bangles in my Etsy shop are $5 (or more) off of their original price! The price is already reflected in the shop and this includes all width, shapes, and even NEW styles! This sale lasts through the end of March! If you would like a custom size or style, I will still include the discount! Check back as new shapes and styles are unveiled!

Spring Cleaning

As I plot new events and products for Spring/Summer, I am doing some virtual "spring cleaning" in regards to events and products. I really have had a grueling schedule the past few years trying to get my business out there, trudging through multiple health issues, taking time away from my personal life and depending on family and friends for help. Now that I have experienced many different shows and experiences, I am more able to narrow the scope to things that work for me, my customers and my business at this time! I am planning on doing a variety of shows, from markets, to indie craft shows, to home parties, and also special events and celebrations! I will give first preference to more local shows, as I felt I wasn't focusing enough on this in the past, along with shows that are really trying to help the community around them! I love to travel though, so, expect a variety of shows in the Northeast that are unique in theme or purpose. I also have a few very favorite shows that I cannot support enough, and therefore, will be partaking in some of those as I do yearly! This applies to new stores as well, and I will be expanding to new markets where I feel the message of buying local, eco-friendly, and handmade are the number one priority!
I also plan on working on new products that allow me to expand my creativity and market. I want to do more "art" in mediums I have explored in the past, such as collage and sculpture, and incorporate them into useful objects, giving them a dual purpose (like the clocks). I continue to welcome custom orders and have no problem making some of your old favorites upon request! Thanks to all of my customers, shop owners, and everyone else who supports me for allowing me to create and be happy doing what I do!

Facebook Contest for February!

Every month, I give away a $25 credit to my etsy shop to one random fan on my facebook page (www.facebook.com/cadenceinnovativedesigns ). This month I am doing a contest that has been fun and successful in the past-
For Feb's $25 dollar giveaway, the winner will again be the person who recruits the most new "fans" this month- it's really easy: Just hit "suggest to friends" button on top left below the logo and add your own little message if you choose (telling people you want to win!) One of the winning Fan's recruits will also win a $15 credit to the shop if we get more than 150 fans total. Contest ends Feb 28th @ noon- Good Luck!
Of course, you have to be a fan first, so what are you waiting for?

FREE Shipping on ALL RIngs & Earrings Continues!

FREE Shipping on ALL rings and earrings in my etsy shop, www.cadencedesigns.etsy.com, until February 14th, Valentine's Day!! Whether button ring or nested pearl ring or several of each- ALL will have free US shipping! I will be listing a bunch of new styles each day & look for more clocks and other new things to be added as well!
Check back soon for Spring Shows!

Re-launch of my Etsy Supply Shop!

I am in Pre-Spring cleaning mode and since the Holidays have ended and new projects and endeavors are coming for the year, I decided to relaunch my Etsy Supply Shop, www.cadencesupplies.etsy.com ! I started it last year when I was about to move, thinking it would make packing easier, and it was really successful, so, here we are again. Look for the obvious jewelry making destash along with other art and craft supplies. I have extras of lots of things, so feel free to contact me if you're looking for something specific.
Meanwhile, I continue to plan next years shows, events, NEW shops to buy my creations at and, of course, NEW creations! Stay tuned for details, as this year I will be focusing on more local shows (with a few select further locations) and other changes to the business!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year and a big Thanks to everyone who supported/helped/blogged/featured myself or my business this past year! SO much went on this year that could've really caused my business to come to a halt- but because of people's interest and support, we pulled through!
This year, we will be focusing even more on being local and supporting other local artisans and businesses, trying out new and positive shows and endeavors, and focusing on the art and the artist! Please check "upcoming events" on the right side of the blog, and soon, our actual website, to find out where we'll be and what we'll be involved with! (Don't just assume we'll be at the same old shows every week!) Another good way to find out as soon as I make new things or announce events is to be a fan on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cadenceinnovativedesigns or follow me at www.twitter.com/cadencedesigns . I will also be announcing an "open studio time" for those of you remotely local, which will be a set aside time that I will be here and available for people to stop by and shop, browse, place custom orders, etc!
I am really focused on making clocks, collages, and other home decor and art this year, so bear with me of I am featuring less of the jewelry you may be used to. I will still do some of that upon request- I just need to branch out to not get stifled or bored!
Thanks again for all of your support!
~Cadence

Trunk Shows at my place!!

Trunk shows at my place on the following dates:
Thursday, December 3rd 3PM- 7Pm
Saturday, December 5th 12 noon- 6 PM
**Just added: Tuesday, December 15th, 3-9 PM
Friday, December 18th 3-9PM
**Other dates by appointment****

Come eat, drink, and shop handmade this holiday! Browse jewelry, accessories, home decor, clocks & more! Casual, Open House Style- Bring friends & family -All ages welcome!
All items for sale will be handmade by me or possibly other talented people I know! Lots of friends, coworkers, neighbors and other artists will be stopping by!

** For my items- place custom orders early & pick up night of event!

RSVP for dates of you are bringing a larger group (so i will have enough munchables) or if you want to have a Trunk Show at your home or other location- cadence@cadencedesigns.net

VISA, Mastercard, Cash and Checks Accepted. Gift Boxes or Bags provided

Please pass this on to anyone you think would be interested and isn't a psycho stalker!
Email me at above address for directions, please!

See you there!

FREE Shipping & Holiday Sale!

Just letting you know that I am offering FREE U.S. Shipping on all items in my Etsy Shop through "Cyber Monday"! I am also having a sale on Ornaments- Buy 3, save $6! (3 for $30, reg. $12 each) Let me know if you want something to be listed that you dont see in the shop! Hurry, I've already sold out of several ornament styles! Check back next week for most to be restocked!

Twist III

Still recovering from the awesome event that was Twist III! This event just seems to be getting better and better! I had my same location next to the DJ and the drinks, so all was well in that department! The new VIP reception from 4-6 on Friday brought in some rabid indie design fans who all got their free swag bag, some yummy treats, and first dibs on their favorite handmade items! From 6-9 the place was hopping and pretty much wall-to-wall customers! My Ornaments made from old books and maps- including Where the Wild Things are, Alice In Wonderland, and local/international maps- were flying out and I was really afraid I would have to drive the hour plus home and whip out some more before the long day Saturday( I, unfortunately, was too tired to accomplish this!). I also got to reconnect with another one of my best friends growing up, and meet some really wonderful new customers and gallery owners. I also love that customers from past Twist Shows seem to love coming back to tell me how much someone liked something they bought from me, or else love to wear things they bought from me and show me that they are still wearing and loving the items! The other vendors are equally as friendly at this show, and I made some amazing purchases and trades! I got a really wonderful piece of ceramic work by Rachel Garceau (www.rachelkgarceau.blogspot.com), traded with my super nice neighbor, Heather of bright lights little city (www.brightlights-littlecity.com) for some great origami star making kits and later bought a great necklace made of sequins too! My sister, who was helping me, bought some prints from Nate Duval (www.nateduval.com). I own several of his as well!

Saturday was a rainy day, but people still came out, and even came back to get more. One customer even told me she had come the night before and wanted things from a variety of vendors but was undecided. She went to bed and dreamed about all of the items, so decided that that was a sign and came back Saturday! Vendors had wonderful breakfast and lunch provided again, as well as FREE massages in the Vendor Lounge! The day was busy and went by quickly, and before you knew it we were all packing up, saying goodbye, and looking forward to the next Twist! Thanks to the great organizers, vendors, and customers!

Twist Fair III !

Next on the agenda is Twist Fair III! Again, it takes place in lovely Northampton, MA at the Center for the Arts Ballroom on November 13th from 6-9 PM (VIP reception from 5-6) & Saturday the 14th from 10 AM- 6PM. I have done this show several times before and am excited to have it at the perfect time for holiday shopping! I love seeing old friends and family who come out for the show and have tons of memories and inspiration that came from living in that area! I am also selling items all the way until the end of December at the Twist Shop in Thorne's Marketplace in Northampton as well. It's a great place to shop before and after the event has happened and has a selection from past and present vendors! More to come after the event!

Market of the Living Dead!

Sunday was the last day of the season of SoWa Open Market in Boston and also the Halloween themed, "Market of the Living Dead"! There was Pumpkin and fruit carving, vendor and customer costume contests and lots of spooky decorations and goodies being distributed! I decided to paint Munch's famous painting, The Scream, for my costume. Of course, I decided this Saturday afternoon, when there was no time for a long drive to a chain store from where I live to get supplies. I , therefore, had to scrounge around the art room! I found a frame lying around that I got once from a "FREE" table at a flea market and took out a piece of foamcore from the cellar and some mostly dried out and separated acrylic paints and some old brushes from when I worked at a craft store and went to work. Of course, I had to scale the head much larger than in the original and also, the frame was a little small for the scale, but it came out decent, in my opinion. I then cut out the head portion so my face could peek through. We were also putting the last minute touches on my sister's "Bjork at the Oscars Swan Dress" costume that was hand sewed Saturday as well.
I neglected to anticipate 2 very important things things that happened Sunday at the show. Firstly, I had to hold up my Frame the whole time, which not only got quite tiring, but it had to be set down each time I was completing a sale. Secondly, I remembered why I do not love wearing interesting costumes to events. My sister and I literally were stopped by every person we walked by or who came to our tent for pictures- foreign tourists, art students, random weirdos- and asked to pose for pictures on their cameras or cell phones. People also expected me to maintain the constant pose of the scream (for 9 hours) and were saying things like, "you cant smile, you're "The Scream".
I was left very thankful that I wasn't wearing a tactile costume. Let's just say I spent Halloween and my 25th Birthday in New York City wearing an extremely accurate Grumpy Care Bear Costume- made by my lovely friend, Laura, which was furry and soft and eventually touched by literally everyone I came in contact with. (Many more than I came in contact with Sunday, to say the least). You do not want to be on the Subway in a furry costume on Halloween.

Holiday ornaments on a snowy October Day

It would seem really odd to me to be making my decoupaged ornaments for the Holidays when it isn't even Halloween yet (almost sacrilegious, as my birthday is Halloween)- BUT, it is SNOWing today!!!
Anyway, I am making up a bunch of new ornaments for shops and holiday shows. Some of the themes I'm doing this year are--more Maps of Boston/Cambridge, New York, Chicago, London Underground, & Paris; Vintage Christmas Sheet Music, Vintage Wrapping Paper, Classy Damask Prints & some lovely Japanese Chiyogami Papers, Vintage Pin-Up Girls and some of my favorite books!! Custom orders and sets will also be available. These are decoupaged over Papier Mache, so they are lightweight, easy to ship, and wont break around kiddos or animals!! Plus, they are eco-friendly repurposed papers that are heavily sealed to be more than just a one year novelty!

Check out pictures below!

New Fall Bangles!!

Just finished up a huge batch of NEW Fall Bangle designs. Of course, many of the popular designs are still here-(Maps, Vintage Sheet Music, Kitschy Ephemera) but they are never exactly the same!! There are new bangles shapes and sizes, more of my original artwork, and just entirely new ideas! All Bangles are now handmade by myself or another artisan right here in New England!! Stay tuned-I will post more new Clock Designs and even some entirely NEW designs!!

Gourmet Chocolate & Shopping!

Mark your calendars & come indulge-

I've been invited to sell my wares at The Langham, Boston's infamous Chocolate Bar on Saturday October 3rd! This is their 21st season, and their theme this year is "Boston's Chocolate Trail". It seems like it'll be fun adventure for your taste buds as you "explore Boston's favorite neighborhoods"! Of course, it wasn't hard to convince me to participate in this event! I have heard and read so much about it in the Press, but have never experienced it myself. As part of "Chocolate Trail", they have invited an artisan each month to represent the South End and it's many studios, and of course, the South End "SoWa" Open Market. Many neighborhoods are being represented, including desserts from Chinatown, the North End, Faneuil Hall, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, and Fenway Park.
"The Bar" runs from 11 AM- 3 Pm, and reservations are accepted at 11, 11:30, 1,& 1:30 PM. All ages are welcome- Adults $38, Children 12 & under, $25, 4 & under FREE!

What a great treat for a beautiful Fall day in Boston! I can't imagine anything better than Chocolate & Shopping in Boston in Fall!

http://boston.langhamhotels.com/en/restaurants/chocolate_bar.htm

Let me know if you're coming & get a special surprise!

SO excited to be a part of Picnic music + arts festival in Portland, ME for my next show!!

The show will feature local and regional crafters, indie music on the stage, and also, ample space in Lincoln Park to bring family/friends and chill or even "picnic" amongst it all! Of course, the best selling point is that it takes place in cool downtown Portland, ME. Come on down and visit if you're local- or even if you're not!

Picnic Music + Arts Festival, 11 am- 6pm
Lincoln Park at Congress Street and Franklin Arterial, Portland, ME