Thursday, June 12, 2008

The biggish news....

So, since posting my "big news is coming post" I've learned that I have a lot of impatient friends - love you guys! ; ) Here goes....

I've created my own, little Etsy shop - Angel Face Designs - please go check it out and tell me what you think! I am super open to suggestions!

I feel like I've always been a pretty creative person, and throughout the years I've explored several different creative outlets. For the last few years I've been really obsessed with jewelry (ok - my parents will probably tell you I've been obsessed with jewelry from birth, but I digress...) Anyways, I started making my own jewelry a few years ago as a fun hobby, and the occasional gift. Recently I've been really into the very organic, handmade-looking stamped jewelry. After buying more pieces than I would like to admit I figured I could probably do it myself. I got some tools, and after playing around for a bit I've come up with my own line - Angel Face Designs.

One of my favorite things from the line are the "Whimsical Wine Charms":
I feel like they are very "Heather..." I'm also loving this "beach bum" neckalce - hello summer:

Anyways, those are just two small previews of my new line. Please check out the website - http://www.afdesigns.etsy.com/ and leave me any comments or suggestions! (One thing I know I need to upgrade are the pictures...I just figured out a better setting to use, but since Leila took a *very* short nap today I was only able to take pictures of the wine charms with the different setting.)

SO....to kick off my new jewelry line, how about a GIVEAWAY?!?! Who doesn't love free stuff?! Here's how it will work: you have from now until next Thursday (6/19 - George Michael concert night) to enter. To enter leave a comment on this post, and make sure to leave your name. You can enter up to FIVE times. On Friday morning I will do a random number generator to pick a winner, and the winner can choose any one item from my new Etsy shop. Sound fun? Start commenting, and thanks for checking out my shop!!!

xoxoxox, Heather

PS - very special thanks to Donna for coming up with my awesome logo - you are so talented, girl! Please check out Donna's shop - http://www.swishdesigns.etsy.com/



63 comments:

  1. AprilJune 12, 2008 at 7:59 PM

    Heather your work is AMAZING!! LOVE the necklaces!! You are so super creative.

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  2. AmandaJune 12, 2008 at 8:07 PM

    I'm so proud of you! Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!

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  3. RachelJune 12, 2008 at 8:37 PM

    Oh my gosh Heather! I absolutely love it all! My number 1 favorite is the two names pendant. So creative!

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  4. LisaJune 12, 2008 at 8:45 PM

    So, so cute! I love the beach bum necklace!

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  5. The Martin Family MomJune 12, 2008 at 10:45 PM

    Yay! The big announcement! I SOOO want to win something! hehehe!

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  6. AnonymousJune 12, 2008 at 11:24 PM

    I am a super proud mom!! Heather, you are so creative and always have been. I love the fact that you are willing to try new things to keep your creative juices flowing.I love all your pieces and I know you have amazing ideas in that beautiful head of yours. Even with a very beautiful,busy little angel,you found the time to start this fantastic new venture.

    Love,
    Mom

    P.S. Yes,ladies Heather has ALWAYS loved jewelry,shoes,purses,makeup and everything girlie !!!

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  7. AnonymousJune 13, 2008 at 7:19 AM

    awww how awesome heather!!! everything looks amazing!!!!! congrats!!! im so happy for you!!

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  8. AnonymousJune 13, 2008 at 8:59 AM

    oh and p.s.--the faith necklace and the wine charms are my FAVORTIES! i love them! i actually think i may just order the faith necklace this week!!! i cant live without it!

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  9. EricaJune 13, 2008 at 9:03 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!! :)

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  10. EricaJune 13, 2008 at 9:09 AM

    And because I want to win something, too I **love** your date night earrings! And, the faith pendant (that cross is beautiful)!

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  11. JosieJune 13, 2008 at 9:42 AM

    You go girl! I love your work...ever since you did that one piece a long time ago. Now, I'm off to look at your site and to enter four more comments :o)

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  12. AnonymousJune 13, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    I really like the Silver heart name pendant but the chain is too short. oh and I have no money! haha cute stuff Heather! Good Luck!

    ~ Kristina

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  13. AnonymousJune 13, 2008 at 8:01 PM

    You know, I really must be an idiot. For some reason, I thought you already had an Etsy shop. I guess it's because I knew you were starting to make necklaces, and I KNOW that you are super crafty and creative. Well, that is very cool and I'm excited to check out your site!

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  14. The Martin Family MomJune 14, 2008 at 11:09 PM

    I keep checking out your shop to see what's new and I keep coming back to the necklace with the 2 discs (okay - so one is a ring)...I may have to order that soon! I might have to ask for a special request and do one heart and the ring...is that possible? I'll email ya for sure.

    (oh - and I hope I win too!)

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  15. AutumnJune 14, 2008 at 11:09 PM

    I am so excited for you!!! Congrats and good luck sweetie!!! Can't wait to see you succeed at your new venture!!! XO

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  16. The Martin Family MomJune 14, 2008 at 11:10 PM

    Ugh - I tried leaving a comment but it ate it for some reason...although maybe it went through? Sorry if you're getting it multiple times. I really love the circle with the disc necklace!

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  17. LisaJune 15, 2008 at 9:46 AM

    I can't decide what I like best! I keep coming back to take a look :)

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  18. AnonymousJune 15, 2008 at 10:30 PM

    Okay somehow I did not know that you had this blog site. I've been on Leila's, but your mom just showed me this one tonight! You are so crafty Heather! I wish I could just have an ounce of your creativity! Your mom was showing me the website and everything was just soooo cute! Your amazing Heather!

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  19. kirstie101June 16, 2008 at 10:14 AM

    Love it all! Im glad you decided to start doing this yourself! The beach bum necklace is my current fave!

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  20. AnonymousJune 16, 2008 at 5:02 PM

    Your work on etsy.com really caught my attention. Beautiful work!!!

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  21. AnonymousJune 16, 2008 at 5:04 PM

    I am going to post 5 times becuase I absolutely love your jewerly and I really want to win!!

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  22. AnonymousJune 16, 2008 at 5:06 PM

    My favorite is your two names stamped pendant with the two pendant circles. I think it is so unique and pretty petite.

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  23. AnonymousJune 16, 2008 at 5:08 PM

    What color of swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls do you have to offer on the sweetheart necklace? I think it is so cute and sweet. Also, how long are your chains, do they come in different lengths?

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  24. AnonymousJune 16, 2008 at 5:10 PM

    Keep up the great work Heather. You do amazing work and it is so unique and beautiful! I love how everything is personal and petite.

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  25. LisaJune 16, 2008 at 9:05 PM

    Perhaps I should have ordered of your fabulous wine charms for GNI on Wednesday! ;)

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  26. EricaJune 17, 2008 at 5:06 PM

    I loved the special memory necklace you did for M. That was so beautiful.
    I'd like to know if you have seen any small charms like the seashell but in a palm tree. ;)

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  27. LisaJune 17, 2008 at 9:11 PM

    I can't wait to start ordering some gifts!

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  28. ~M~June 17, 2008 at 9:11 PM

    Good luck with your new venture! I'll add you soon to the Nor Cal Etsy directory when I update it again.

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  29. G Unit MommaJune 17, 2008 at 10:00 PM

    I love your stuff! Are you going to do bracelets?

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  30. littlemonkeyJune 18, 2008 at 3:37 AM

    YAY!!! I *love* your designs! Congrats on making the leap :) (and, I'm totally entering all 5 times!)

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  31. littlemonkeyJune 18, 2008 at 3:38 AM

    entry #2

    Because who wants to only enter once!

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  32. littlemonkeyJune 18, 2008 at 3:39 AM

    #3

    Either I will win, or I'll go into labor... either way I'm super happy!

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  33. littlemonkeyJune 18, 2008 at 3:39 AM

    #4

    :D

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  34. littlemonkeyJune 18, 2008 at 3:40 AM

    Last entry!

    Congrats again on this big venture!

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  35. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 7:53 AM

    ooooo i second that, bracelets would be a fabulous idea!

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  36. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 7:54 AM

    i think this is my # 4....how exciting! what a fab giveaway! i love when blogs have these! i enter all the time!! =)

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  37. JosieJune 18, 2008 at 11:07 AM

    You know I love your work ... but I'm entering again for the contest :o)

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  38. JosieJune 18, 2008 at 11:07 AM

    Commenting again ... I REALLY want to win!

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  39. JosieJune 18, 2008 at 11:07 AM

    Did I tell you how much I love your work?

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  40. JosieJune 18, 2008 at 11:08 AM

    My last one in an attempt to win one of your fabulous items. I'm so crossing fingers and toes here!

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  41. AmandaJune 18, 2008 at 11:55 AM

    I want to win!!!

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  42. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 12:26 PM

    commenting again....I. WANT. TO. WIN. ;)

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  43. scargosunJune 18, 2008 at 1:06 PM

    Hi! Saw you at your Etsy shop. I LOVE your creations. I really hope to win. I need to think of creative ways to enter 5 times. ;)

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  44. scargosunJune 18, 2008 at 1:07 PM

    There is something about the style that really speaks to me. You know how when you see it you go "That's it!!!" when you've been looking for something for a long time.

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  45. scargosunJune 18, 2008 at 1:08 PM

    Seeing your site and the other Etsy talented people really inspire me to find something creative for me.

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  46. scargosunJune 18, 2008 at 1:09 PM

    Are you aware of the SITS (Secret's In the Sauce) commuinity? They feature bloggers on a daily basis.

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  47. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 1:32 PM

    I love you new business!! The necklaces are beautiful!!!

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  48. BreJune 18, 2008 at 1:33 PM

    OMG! I love it! I love ALL OF IT!

    Bre

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  49. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 1:33 PM

    I love all the new stuff you have made! :-)

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  50. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 1:35 PM

    I'm still thinking of getting the 2 circle one but now that I see the open circle with the birthstone . I can't decide.

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  51. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 1:36 PM

    Ok I think this is #4. I might have to order some for gifts now. :-)

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  52. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 1:37 PM

    WOOHOO!!! Love the new store and the new logo!!!

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  53. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 11:44 PM

    I found your site through Etsy. Nice stuff.

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  54. AnonymousJune 18, 2008 at 11:45 PM

    I really like the name on the washer with the birthstone in the middle

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  55. The Martin Family MomJune 19, 2008 at 12:54 PM

    I love love love all the new additions!!!

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  56. The Martin Family MomJune 19, 2008 at 1:03 PM

    And I think this might be number 5???

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  57. BabyDJune 19, 2008 at 2:26 PM

    You are SOOO talented! I love the necklace, I love it all! I am going to refer you to everyone!

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  58. EricaJune 19, 2008 at 2:29 PM

    You are truly AMAZING--all the new additions are incredible!

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  59. EricaJune 19, 2008 at 2:30 PM

    I feel like I'm trying to play the lotto---come on big money! ;) I think this is my #5...and it better be lucky at that!! :)

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  60. AnonymousJune 19, 2008 at 4:01 PM

    So many choices. Can't decide. :(

    denise

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  61. AnonymousJune 19, 2008 at 4:02 PM

    I'm definately going to have to order something.

    denise

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  62. AnonymousJune 19, 2008 at 4:03 PM

    Do you do bracelets?

    denise

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  63. LisaJune 19, 2008 at 9:44 PM

    I want to win!!

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