Photo’s of my work for the 2012 Craftstravaganza Show in St. Paul, MN


 





Yup…I make a little bit of everything…

A question that I’ve had going through my mind for the last few days is, “How does one get their jewelry ‘found’ when the jewelry market is just so oversaturated as it is?” I have heard from others that they renew many, many, many times throughout the day…but what if you don’t want to do that? Are there other options? What are YOU searching for when you look for jewelry?

Here are a few pieces that caught my eye today…

I started my search as ‘sterling silver rings’ – it gave me 1206 pages to look through. As I browsed I realized that I’m really like the stacked ring look…now I’ll search ‘sterling silver stacked rings’ which brings me down to 80 pages…a bit more workable…

I found a lot of rings that caught my eye but I really love the mixture of blue’s and greens in this stacking set:

Ocean blue - sterling silver stacking rings - set of 4 - made to order from preciousjd.

I also like to check out jewelry that is something I don’t know how to make like these Transparent Scribble Pearl Earrings from . AroshaTwists.

The picture of the jewelry is also extremely important when shopping for a new piece in my mind. Which is also probably the second hardest part about selling jewelry online (the first hardest is getting yourself found). This is a pink bouquet wrap around ring from my etsy store, theApple. My photography is not perfect but I do feel that I’m getting better…

Being high up on the search is definitely really important. When I first started looking at bracelets this NEW Serendipity boro lampwork bracelet OOAK - 15 PERCENT OFF SALE from SweetGems was the first item I saw. So, being high up on the search combined with a great picture is a plus…

I guess my final thought on how to get noticed is to have something different from everyone else. Sure, styles are going to be similar in some cases but we, as artists, will add our own style, color combinations, and flair to each piece. This quirky shabby but chic vintage crystals and coins assemblage steampunk necklace with repurposed earring from lilyofthevalley is the last piece I will feature today…I love quirky!

How do you get your items noticed? Do you have any advice for me and my jewelry store, www.theapple.etsy.com?

Yeah! Just opened up etsy and saw my Vintage Typewriter Rings on the Front Page!

Thanks LeapingGazelle for including me in this gorgeous treasury!

Yeah! My RIP Tombstone Earrings from theApple made this weeks voter!

As you can see…they are in desperate need of your vote! If you are an etsy member please sign in and go and vote! I really appreciate your help and support! Click HERE to read about the details of this week’s voter.

Voter Link: http://www.etsy.com/voter_list.php?ref=voter&room_id=74

Voter FAQ: http://www.etsy.com/storque/etsy-news/all-about-etsy-faq-series-get-involved-in-the-voter-4112/

THANKS AGAIN!

Here is some feedback that I've recieved from my customers.

"Hi Kim--My husband and I were at the WIST trunk show last night and bought a few items from you for Christmas. Just wanted to say thanks for the great jewelry at fabulous prices. All of your things were absolutely awesome--it was so hard to pick what we wanted to get!Anyway--just a quick hi and thanks. Both Andrew & I were completely charmed by you & your jewelry last night. We'll be back for more in the New Year, no doubt about it! :)
Happy holidays--Erin."

"Wow that was fast! I received my wristlet today and it is soooooo cute! And well made too...thanks!" -ArtsyTwinCat

(Diane's Quilts)
About the Tree Silhoutte at Sunrise Wallhanging: "Half way out of the package my husband was commenting on the gorgeous colors in this quilt. And the tree is very spooky - perfect for Halloween. Thank you!"

and for the Evergreen Beauty Wall Hanging:
"The Sunrise Quilt was my husband's favorite of the two I purchased but I LOVE the Evergreen Beauty. Please thank Diane for both quilts and let her know they have a good home. Her work and color selections are appreciated." -Mooselodge

About a hand-dyed onesie: "Thanks so much, it is even lovelier than the picture shows! I am very impressed, amazing! :-)" -pawintheair

About Blue Magic Earrings: "Prettier than the photo! Super quick delivery! Thanks so much!" -ForQuiltsSake

About Rain Storm Hand Dyed Hoodie: "Great seller, easy to talk to, willing to answer questions. Thanks!" - MadamAtom

About Confetti Craziness Hand Dyed Fabric: "Great colours, can't wait to get sewing." - marj285 (from the United Kingdom!)

About a Candy Drop Ring: "I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my RING!! Very FUNKY & UNIQUE. Thank you so much!! " -writepaw

About the Goldstone Orbs Bracelet from theApple: "Beautiful bracelet and very comfortable to wear. Thank You!" -briscosgal

About HoopsandLoops -Hint of Teal Earrings: "Love them! Quick shipping...a pleasure to work with." -soccerchi92682

About River Rock Earrings: "Wear them almost every day, love them, excellent quality!!A+++seller" - pypersmeme

About Flower Garden Candy Drop Ring: "TheApple was very helpful through the whole process and I am in love with my new ring! Thankyou :)" - lalolii

About a Candy Drop Ring (custom): "Wonderful etsy artist! Goes the extra mile and then some. Thank you so much! A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++" - samsaroni

About the Tie Dyed Bucket Hat - child M/L: "Adorable and just right for spring! My daughter (age 4) LOVES the colors. Thanks so much!" - TwoBlueMice

About a Custom Order Hand-Dyeing: "Darling onesies dyed beautifully!" AND "Great hats, and beautifully dyed, thank so much!" - amycr

About Budweiser Earrings: "these are so fun. my daughter loves them especially... " mom, your earrings look just like dad's cans!" - JenSport

About Budweiser Earrings: "One of the coolest peices I've ever owned- thank you! And I LOVED your packaging and story! Rock on!" -kmutschig

About Watermelon Madness Tie-Dyed Onesie: "Awesome! My girls could not wait for him to sport his tie dye onesie!" -bellasymphony

About Snails and Butterflies Hand-Dyed Onesie: "Love it!! Thank you!!" -tktracy

About Grow Vertical-ACEO "Great ACEO!! Fast shipping! Good communication!! Thank you!!!" - nikid

About Sweet Cupcake Apron - Dark Purple: "So cute. Thanks!" - momerath

About Bird on a Wire Earrings "Love the earrings. Thanks" - fabulousfunkychicken

About Teal Rain Earrings "Cute and well made" - Esria

About Refreshing Floral Earrings and Black Bird Earrings "They are awesome! Beautifully packaged and look fantastic! Thank you very much." - allypops

About It's Berries - Earrings "Quick shipping, excellent communication. Went out of their way to send as a present. Thanks!!" -yyendyss

About Sewing Machine Charm Earrings "They are great! Thanks so much!" - DianesCorner

About It's Berries - Earrings "Gorgeous earrings. They are beautiful" - bb1228

About Budweiser Earrings "very unique and well-received by my Budweiser-afficionado friend" - Ridge Rascals

About Teal Rain Earrings - "Beautiful earrings! great seller" - madebylaurenb

About Shocking Green Marquise Candy Drop Earrings "love these earrings, would definitely shop again, thank you!" - madebylaurenb

Vintage Typewriter Alphabet Rings "this was my first etsy purchase and I hope they all go this great! excellent communication, the cutest packaging ever and an adorable item to boot. thanks!" -saradi09

the Apple Charm Earrings "Lovely apple earrings; prompt mailing. Thank you." - Mary848

About Watermelon Madness Tie-Dyed Onesie "Awesome! My girls could not wait for him to sport his tie dye onesie!" -bellaymphony

about Striped Flower Garden Wristlet "another beautiful item from a talented artist" - karolsvintageart

about Blossom Beautiful ACEO-OOAK "cute...thanks!" - adora

Pink and Purple Hand-Dyed Bubble Romper 18 mo "love love love this!! I will def be back for more clothes for my cutie...thanks!!!" -adora

Reflecting Waters Wall Hanging "I love everything about this...awesome :)" -adora

Sparkling Tulips in Bloom - Zippered Pouch "I think the pouch is really pretty. Love the fabric. Useful for work. thank you." -jnttsmn

Daisy Fields Pillowcase "Beautiful and unique pillow case. I am enjoying it." - jnttsmn

Deep Autumn Beauty Quilted Table Runner "I'm very happy with this runner. It's beautiful. Thank you!" -illini9701

Montana Star Quilt "This quilt is absolutely breathtaking. The quality is impeccable. The level of detail is just unbelievable. It is a piece of art draped across my bed and I will treasure it forever. I highly recommend Kim's Crafty Apple to anyone! You will not be disappointed!" -mslwcla