1000 Jewelry Details
Rockport Publishers called for entries for 1000 Jewelry Details, a book by curator/author/designer, Sandra Salamony. I am proud to announce that Kincaidesigns Handmade Jewelry will be featuring four unique pieces of handmade jewelry in the new book. The book is set to be on shelves in may 2008, stay tuned for more informaiton on where you can purchase 1000 Jewelry Details. Many of these designers, including myself are categorized as "Independent Designer," also known as, "Indie Designers."
Handmade
Jewelry
At
Kincaidesigns Handmade Jewelry you're sure to find the unique, one
of a kind, quality beaded jewelry accessories you've been looking
for. Avoid crowded shopping malls and traffic, shop online for your
handmade jewelry and glass ornament gifts and have them delivered
to your front door. You'll find timeless handmade jewelry sets and
unique glass ornaments for every occassion. Plus, when you sign up for the FREE Kincaidesigns
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All
the handmade jewelry at KINCAIDESIGNS is made using lampwork glass
beads, which are handmade by the jewelry artist, Holly Kincaid.
Also used in the unique handmade jewelry are Swarovski crystals,
pearls, semiprecious gemstones, sterling silver and 14kt gold fill
materials. The jewelry at KINCAIDESIGNS makes a unique, handmade, one of a kind gift your
friends and family are sure to cherish as a keepsake for years to
come. Don't forget to shop for yourself, you'll find handmade necklaces,
bracelets, earrings and more for any outfit in your wardrobe. Since
all the jewelry is individually handmade, you are guaranteed a truly
unique work of art. To go shopping for handmade
jewelry, visit the Handmade
Jewelry and Glass Art Boutique...
Handmade
Glass Ornaments
Don't
forget to shop for handmade
glass ornaments. The unique glass ornaments at Kincaidesigns
are originally handmade from Borosilicate Glass, otherwise known
as Pyrex. You'll find Clear Glass
Starfish Ornaments, Seahorse
ornaments, mermaid ornaments and fish ornaments. Shop for your own handmade
glass ornaments at the Handmade
Jewelry and Glass Art Boutique...
Handmade
Bridal Jewelry
In
addition to casual everyday wear handmade jewelry, you can also
find your handmade bridal jewelry here at KINCAIDESIGNS.
Handmade jewelry also makes great gifts for your bridal party
attendants. Ask about discounts on your attendants
handmade jewelry gifts of 5 or more! They don't even have to be
the same jewelry sets! You can include your own bridal jewelry set
in the discount as well. Contact
me for more information.
Visit the Handmade Bridal
Jewelry Boutique...
Handmade
Glass Beads
What
is a handmade lampwork glass bead? Handmade lampwork beads add
a unique, one of a kind element to each piece of handmade jewelry.
All of the handmade glass beads are individually flameworked by
hand by the jewelry artist, Holly Kincaid. Flameworking is a centuries
old glasswork technique perfected by the Italians. Colorful
Glass rods are melted and wound on a mandrel using either Moretti
(Effetre) or Bullseye glass, there are other brands of glass, however
these are the two types of glass used in Kincaidesigns handmade
glass beads. Find out more about the art of lampworking and the
unique handmade lampwork beads used in Kincaidesigns handmade beaded
jewelry.
About Handmade Lampwork
Glass Beads , Frequently
Asked Questions.
The
History of Lampworking and Glassblowing
While
the age of lampworking is unknown, it was developed well before
the invention of any torch, burner, or furnace. Glassworking was
rumored to have been discovered by someone accidentally dropping
glass into a campfire. From there they used a "small fire"
for any form of glasswork and developed small beehive shaped furnaces
in the ground. These small furnaces have been recorded in many ancient
civilizations and they seem to have dominated glassmaking before
the birth of Christ. These glasswork techniques spread throughout
the ancient world from Japan to North Africa. Read more about Lampwork and Glasswork...
Handmade
Jewelry Articles
Read
about Handmade Jewelry, their unique, one of a kind elements, lampwork
glass beads and more. Visit the Handmade Jewelry Articles and read the new and archived posts. Below you'll find the new and
featured handmade jewelry articles.
Visit
the Handmade Jewelry Glossary to find out about terms and jewelry
materials used in Kincaidesigns Handmade Jewelry. We know we occassionally
use terms in reference to our handmade jewelry that can be confusing.
Our glossary has been posted for your convenience and reference.
Welcome to a more user friendly jewelry boutique, we try to post
as many answers to your lampwork bead and handmade jewelry questions
as possible. Visit the Handmade
Jewelry Glossary.
If
you are in the business of using, buying or even wearing gemstones
and precious metals, you should be aware that these two words mean
very different things. Shopping for jewelry, findings and materials
should make much more sense after you read this article about Carats
vs Karats. Read more about Carats
Vs Karats...
Jewelry
Customer Testimonials
Read
the testimonials from those who have been handmade jewelry customers
or who have
hosted jewelry home parties. Are you a customer? Write
a testimonial about your experience as a customer at Kincaidesigns.
"This
handmade jewelry is BEAUTIFUL! I love that it's original and one
of a kind, so when I wear it (or the people who I'm giving it
to wear it) I know that no one else will have the EXACT same thing!
I hosted a party and Holly came early, set everything up beautifully
and was friendly and willing to talk with my guests and explain
how she got started and how she makes her glass beads. I have
little kids so I never buy jewelry but I bought a necklace, two
bracelets and three sets of wine charms - and I wanted to buy
tons more!!! I LOVE the glass beads - each one is so unique and
intricate - I'm amazed at how Holly makes them! I also took advantage
of the Hostess opportunities and bought Christmas gifts for all
the women in my family! Holly's handmade jewelry is beautiful
and I get tons of compliments on eveything!!
I definitely recommend buying some!!"
– Meg
"When
I am in a hurry and need a pair of earrings quickly, I always
reach for my crystal and pearl drop earrings handmade by Holly
Kincaid...they are classy, always right for almost any social
occasion, and the price was awesome. I also chose Kincaidesigns
for the handmade jewelry when I took gifts for our South
African hostesses this summer. I was delighted when the
bright green glass beads she had handmade matched the Parliament
member's suit. We were both thrilled! Great customer
service....always available to customize exactly what I need.
I will be back!"
– Janet
"I
just LOVE my handmade jewelry! I get compliments all the time
and people can’t believe that she actually melts the glass
to make one bead! It’s fun to wear one of a kind unique
handmade jewelry and it is a great gift because each piece is
unique & not cookie cutter. It is amazing how her jewelry
really goes with almost anything whether you are wearing jeans
and a t-shirt or a black cocktail dress. I have one of her three
strand necklaces that is pretty fancy looking and you would think
you would only be able to wear it with one piece of clothing,
but it looks great with jeans too! Holly’s work is definitely
a work of art. I Can’t wait to see more of her work. Oh
Oh!!! And I use my little fish wine charms all the time, even
if it’s just me!"
– Wendi
"Holly
designed and handmade not only my bridal necklace and earrings,
but also those of each of my bridesmaids. It means more to know
that the jewelry was handmade. I brought material to match the
dresses and talked about what I would feel most beautiful in as
a bride. During the process I never doubted that the outcome would
be any less than stunning. All my bridesmaids loved their gifts
and the choices for me could not have been more perfect."
– Jocelyn
I've
heard quite a bit about "Kincaidesigns" and I was excited
to get some of the artist's handmade jewelry for myself. I have
so much jewelry but none of it compares to the quality, detail
and simplicity Holly creates. She is an extraordinary jewelry
artisan! Whenever I reach into my jewelry box of dozens of necklaces,
I always go back to her unique designs because they are so versatile
and elgant, yet simplistic, and that's my style. You can wear
it with just about anything, whether your going elegant or just
casual, (although I always like to dress up my jeans and t-shirt
with a matching set of her gorgeous necklace and earrings!) Thank
you Holly for giving me a new style of jewelry to my collection,
your handmade jewelry is truly one-of-a-kind and no other compares
to it's craftmanship. I can tell you put a great deal of hard
work and effort into each piece....it's as if they tell a story...
-Deborah
Kincaidesigns
handmade jewerly is wonderful! Holly is extremely talented. For
my wedding she not only designed and handcrafted the jewelry for
myself and my bridesmaids, but also for my mother. Holly has a
way of making the exact unique piece of jewelry to match every
person. Although I have never hosted a jewelry home party myself
due to distance, my mother has and she speaks nothing but praise
for Kincaidesigns. I strongly recommend choosing Holly's jewerly
designs for your next purchase. You won't be disappointed!
-Dorina
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