So, sorry I haven't updated in quite a while. I wanted to add this picture though. I had a Sterling cuff commissioned for a friend. The artist, Zesty Betsy, had an Etsy listing for a plain cuff that could be customized. I want to thank her again for making one of the most stunning yet simple cuffs I've ever seen.

I'm still working to get the new website up and running. I'm very excited about it and I want it to be perfect.

I've also been knitting quite a lot. I absolutely love it, although still not as much as I love making jewelry. I've had tons of success with my fingerless gloves/gauntlets. They are comfortable, affordable, and practical for everyday use in Seattle. Even on the warmest days, your fingers are chilled on the steering wheel during the morning commute. I've also been making socks and just started a vest. Stop by Fremont Market to see the latest progress.

Cheers for now. Enjoy the summer and remember to wear sunscreen.
~Anna

Just a quick note!

Hi all -
Just a quick note today: I'm incredibly excited about the upcoming months!

The EXPOSED event, benefiting Seattle's LGBT Center, went fantastically well. I made a bunch of contacts and plans for future events, and the show was a huge success for the Center.

I just accepted a new position at my day job - a part time assistant in the Fire Department. This new job will allow me to put full-time efforts into the business and still keep all my benefits.

I'm working on an all-new top-secret crafts-and-more show. That's all I can say about it - top secret, you know - but I know you'll all LOVE it!

Cheers,
Anna

News, events and discounts! Yay!

Hi everybody! Happy National Craft Month (March)! Greetings from Anna Perrone Designs.

I have some exciting news about the business, how you can get involved, and how to get yourself some great discounts. Yay!

First, I want to say "thank you" to everyone who has continued to support me by braving the weather at Fremont Market. You can find me there every Sunday next to Jim and his yummy candles. There are also some fantastic returning vendors: Jenna, from Bella Sisters (awesome hooded jackets); Janet, from Alphabet Soup Children's Books (kids books, framed prints, stickers); Karl, from Partybots (amazing earth-friendly hand-drawn shirts); and Jamie and Lisa, from KneLow (great lotions, lip balms, and scrubs).

Also making an appearance at Fremont is my new line of knit wear, including scarves, fingerless gloves/wrist warmers, leg warmers, socks, etc. I recently learned to knit and absolutely love it. Everything is hand-crafted, just like the jewelry. And as always, I am happy to take custom orders. The knits are the beginning of my new business venture, Clever Devil Productions. Stay tuned for more from CDP.

I know it's early but I wanted to let everyone know about the University District Street Fair. If you're as ready for warm weather as I am, you won't mind the early notice. This year the fair will be May 17-18. I will have all the jewelry, including some exclusive pieces, and knitwear at the fair. I have booth #28, located just south of 50th, on the north end of the fair.

Here's some news you really want: I'm working on a new website with my friend, Brad, that will include on-line shopping. Check back over the next few months to see the new construction and updates. www.annaperronedesigns.com I'm very excited about being able to offer jewelry 24 hours a day, rather than just on Sundays. If anyone has suggestions on how to design the website, or what information you want to see, I welcome your input. Just drop me a line at anna@annaperronedesigns.com. I'm also looking for a letterpress artist to help me with some cards and promotional items. If know anyone, please have them contact me.

I have some ideas for your involvement in the business, too. I invite everyone to host a trunk show. Basically, a trunk show is a "Tupperware party" for specific products, in this case, mine. You just need to gather a group of friends at your place and provide room for me to set up. I will bring a large selection of jewelry, including some exclusive pieces, and offer special discounts to you and your friends. You can even taylor the jewelry selection to your preference, be it color, price, style, etc. I can also put together basic jewelry making classes or parties. The best part is that all you out-of-towners can host trunk shows, too. I will put together a package, including jewelry and displays, and mail everything to you. If you are interested in hosting a party, just let me know what days you have in mind, and I'll work with you to make sure everything runs smoothly.

Upcoming art show: I will be one of the featured artists at EXPOSED. This is your official invitation to join the event on Friday, April 4 and 7pm at HaLo Studio on Capitol Hill. This is a great fundraiser for Verbena, Seattle's own lesbian, bisexual, and transgender health organization. My favorite program at Verbena is the mobile mammogram van. Women's health is incredibly important and having the clinic come to you makes it so much easier to get screened for all sorts of medical stuff. I love Verbena's mission so much, I've decided to donate to them $2 of every pink and rainbow purchase made all year long. If you want to donate or volunteer, contact Wendy Sloneker. (She ROCKS!!!) wendy@verbenahealth.org

Finally, here is your reward for reading my entire message. Mention "March Craft Month" between now and the end of May when you see me at Fremont Market for 20% off your purchase that day.

Thanks, and happy crafting!!!
~Anna

Happy New Year SALE!!!

Hi all -

I hope everyone had a great holiday season and the new year is off to a good start. I haven't posted in a while but I have BIG news now. As a big Thank You to all those who have supported me and my business over the past three years, my ENTIRE INVENTORY IS ON SALE starting Jan 20th at Fremont Market. It took me over a week to go through every piece of jewelry I have but it was worth it. Half my inventory will be 50% off and the other half will be minimum $2.00 off. Absolutey everything is discounted. There is a catch, however... The sale will only last Jan 20th and 27th at the market. That means you'll need to bundle and brave the weather to reap the savings. The good news is you can buy yummy candles to warm up with once you get home. Jim the Candle Man is already out in full force for the new year.

There are a couple other things on my to-do list for '08. Here are some highlights:

I hoping to expand my in-home parties, so if you, or someone you know, would like to host an evening of friends, food and fabulous jewelry, send me an email. The host gets a discount and there will be exclusive pieces for home parties only.

I'm also hoping to get more wholesale orders. If you know of a boutique (anywhere in the country) that you think would be interested in my jewelry, I'd love to know about it. Also, If you would like to be a rep for my regular jewelry lines, I'd love to talk. I'm especially looking for someone local. Since I still work a regualr 9-to-5 it's hard for me to hit the pavement and meet with shop owners during business hours. Reps would be paid on a commission-based scale. This also includes online reps. If you are tech-savvy and digital-picture-handy and would like to help set up an online shop, let me know.

For a few months in 2007, and for all of 2008, $2.00 of every pink and rainbow purchase will be donated to Verbena. Verbena is a wonderful local organization specializing in women's health, specifically lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual, etc. They put on wonderful programs and need all the support they can get. My two favorite things about Verbena are my friend Wendy and the mobile mammogram van. They both ROCK! Check out more info at www.verbenahealth.org

That's all for now. I'll try to be more timely with my posts this year, and get more pictures posted, too.

Happy crafting,
~Anna