Gearing up for Holiday Shows!

So busy getting ready for show season that I haven't had time to post at all! Must get ready for a full show schedule in November and December, including shows in several Massachusetts and New Hampshire locations so far. I have been making ornaments since the beginning of October and also stocking bangles, clocks, vintage charm necklaces, etc... Also, I am busy getting stock together for the retail locations I sell in--including MADE in Jackson Hole Wyoming, Fisherman's Daughter in Chatham, MA (cape cod), and the NEW Concetta's Closet fine vintage store in Newmarket, NH (see pic above), where she will be selling my purely vintage items like vintage button rings and vintage charm necklaces, earrings, and bangles! So much to do, and so few elves to help out! Check out list of events and complete list of where to buy in the right hand column of the blog or on my Facebook Page under info tab!
I am also having FREE Shipping on ALL items in the Etsy Shop, through October 31st (a.k.a. Halloween & My Birthday)!! Take advantage while you can.

More info and items to come as I get them done!

Ready or not....

....It's show season! Even though I am cutting down on the amount of shows I'm doing this year, there are still plenty of great ones coming up that I will be at. I just finished doing Twist IV in Northampton, MA and, as always it was a great show! Thanks to everyone who came and to the organizers and sponsors. (I forgot my camera, among other things, so no pictures from me this time). This week starts the first time I'm doing the Peterborough Farmers' Market, right downtown in Depot Square from 3-6 PM every Wednesday through October. I am excited to be part of it, as I have shopped there nearly weekly since I've lived there, but have never been a part of it yet! After that, I will be doing some dates at Concord Arts Market, in Concord, NH, beginning June 5th from 9-3 in Eagle Square Downtown Concord is a great place to spend the day, and even more so with the Arts Market! I will be doing dates throughout the summer and fall. June 12th I'll be off to Hampshire College's 40th Anniversary Celebration Marketplace, and spending the weekend reliving the good ol' days with my friend. The Marketplace is Saturday only, from 11-5.
Check back here------------>to the right of this page for any other events that come up! If you aren't near any shows I'm doing and would like something you don't see in my Etsy Shop, please feel free to contact me for a custom listing! I will still do custom orders on clocks, bangles, buttons rings, etc. If you are interested in hosting a home trunk show or shopping party, email me (cadence@cadencedesigns.net) as well!

Spring Fever

Oops- I have been so wrapped up getting ready for Spring Events and enjoying the nice weather that I forgot to thank and mention that my friend and fellow artisan, Marcia Mazochia of Bella Bags and Accessories featured me on her blog: www.bellabagsandaccessories.blogspot.com along with many other great artisans in many forms of media! Check out the great artisans featured and also Marcia's great creations from Bags to Headbands and more! She has several etsy shops including http://www.BellaHeadbands.etsy.com and is located in the lovely Berkshires of Western Massachusetts!
Thanks, Marcia!

Check back soon for a complete list of Spring/Summer Shows I'll be attending!

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!