The holiday shopping is happening all around us. Let's help other good people make their sales goals and take care of their families. If you are going to spend please spend them with these artists and sales people. I have a few artists and all around fabulous people I would recommend. In no particular order, they are below!
Find Candy's pieces here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/candychicshoppe Candy is an unique artist, no pieces are the same. She is a great friend (totally one of my bests) and fabulous Auntie, check out Janine's Corner for some cute rubberband jewelry with charms. :-D She is based locally in the SF Bay Area and everything is handmade. Her customer service is spot on, as her turn around time. She is a quick shipper. PLUS she has 15% off right now: NOEL15 Some of my favorites from her Shoppe.
Breath Taking Beautiful Rosary.
Teapot Earring and Necklace Set!
Check out Beth! http://www.peldyn.com/ As far as good human's come...this one is up there. A California lady as well! She is currently raising money for Team In Training. Make a donation to her HERE. She also makes the most gorgeous handmade pieces and the quality is beautiful. I already have this lovely piece. (Which I received in RECORD time for shipping.) :-D The combo of leather, teal bead and stamped letters makes this so ME!
Feeling Leafy? Life In Green is the bracelet for ya!
Which leaves me with Vivi! http://www.etsy.com/shop/SpeeSheez I love her lightweight earrings. I don't wear very many earrings because I don't want my ear holes to strech and get droopy! :-( Her's I can wear all day, because they are made from hand dyed lace!!!!! Yes, lace earrings. I met her at a farmer's market here in San Ramon, and instantly fell in love with her and her art. <3
Bones and charms? Sign me up! Check out http://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/NocturnalSoul# Amanda lives in Livermore! With belly button rings and charms galore! Though I'm gonna need a new piercing to wear it..I'm IN LOVE with this piece!
Do you like earning free jewelry? Or hosting parties? Not only is she freaking gorgeous, Karlie is an amazing momma and all around a good human! You let her have your living room for an evening and you (plus a few lucky ladies) can have your own fun private jewelry show! Check out her jewelry in her picture below from East Bay Photographer at http://karlieb.mypremierdesigns.com/ <3
Melissa at Brighton. http://www.brighton.com Brighton is a jewelry and collectible art boutique. Some retro and vintage sass, mixed in with class and elegant pearls! Get off the main elevator on the second level and turn left. It's right before BEBE. Melissa is phenomenal. Brighton is lucky to have her. She has superb customer service. If you want it, she will do everything within her power to find it. She's a momma and takes care of her customers as if they were part of her family. If you are stuck and don't know what to buy for someone, go find her. She will ask the right questions to help you figure it out. Everytime. Do it!
http://www.brighton.com/product/coin-purses-pouches/36956-102195/fashionista-flash-pouch.html
Want more handmade artisan gorgeousness? Also local in Vallejo! This couple makes delightful treats. Katie accessory pieces! http://www.luludeuxmillinery.com/shop.html
Her art has a fun whimsical twist on hats and hair pieces! I absolutely adore this one:
Chris, I've known since I was a child! :-) He has an amazing calm and kind spirit about him. He makes fun glow in the dark shirts and sweatshirts! http://www.etsy.com/shop/glowees I mean WHO DOESN'T LOVE GLOW IN THE DARK...ALICE!
Dina, I've known for years! She makes beautiful roses, floggers, Rose of 9 out of leather. Plus fleece hats and scarves. http://www.etsy.com/shop/RosiesLeather Lovely work! I would covet this light turquoise rose.
Beautiful environmental headshots. David Mathisen is at www.lifeishowyoulightit.com and www.facebook.com/lifeishowyoulightit He a local dad and uniquely uses natural light and studio lights. A kind human with understanding, take him your ideas and genius will happen. You are super lucky because he happens to be doing a giveaway at 500 likes! :-)
Get ON IT people! Two of my absolute favorites are below!
Don't forget to take care of you this holiday! Message Talia at i_do_faces@yahoo.com. She is fun to be around and has impeccable taste and make up design. You can book her to do your make up for a holiday party or wedding!
To purchase make up ask for Sarah! I've known her for a number of years. She is so sweet and honest! :-D Her style is flawless natural beauty, with a hint of retro. I <3 HER!!!! She always knows what I need, even if I can't find the words to say it exactly! Find her at Sephora in the Stoneridge Mall. She is an amazing person and has awesome customer service.
Of course, I cannot gush enough about my Lizzie, an Evy's Tree sweater. I love it's soft and fuzzy inside. Seriously feels like you are wearing a blanket all day..without the guilt or fashion of actually wearing a blankie!!! :-D <3 I wear it almost every day. I need another...for when this is in the laundry. http://www.evystree.com/
Baked Goods! If you are local and love gooey and soft cookies. $5 for 6 and $8 for a dozen with Erika Valarde! All proceeds go to her local church fundraiser. :-) https://www.facebook.com/prettyful
If you love CUPCAKES! and are super local or can pick up in San Ramon check out Cat's Cupcakes! http://www.cat-s-cupcakery.com/ You need to place an order 12 to 24 hours prior to needing them....I'm told they are to die for! Totally something I need to try this holiday season!
If you are feeling naughty, please enter Jamie's drawing! She is selling tickets for a Passion Parties basket valued at over $200! One ticket for $2.00 and three tickets for $5.00, you know the drill. The sooner the tickets sell out, the sooner she can give the basket away!
Message her here: Jamie's Passion Parties! to buy! Also feel free to shop for the holidays at http://jamied.yourpassionconsultant.com/
Other things! Health Science business or USANA: Michael Skelton and Computer Repair: Christopher Razo
