The term trunk show has been growing increasingly popular the past few years. I frequently get asked by jewelry customers, family and friends “What is a Trunk Show?” so here is some fun info on the types of trunk shows that are most popular and the types of trunk shows that AmberTortoise Jewelry hosts. What is a Trunk Show? In the fashion and jewelry world, trunk shows are VIP “sneak peek” events. A designer shows up at a venue, often a small boutique, carrying trunks of items from their latest collection – hence the name. A select group of invited attendees will peruse the trunks, talk one-on-one with the designer, and perhaps walk away with a bargain or two. Trunk shows last for a limited time – from a few hours to a couple of days. Often, there will be finger food and beverages, adding to the fun party atmosphere. … [Continue reading]
Summer Class: Learn How to Make a Pair of Beaded Earrings
Please join me this Friday, 08/17, from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Silver Circle Studio in Putnam, CT to learn how to make beautiful beaded earrings. Details are below. You can register online here. Wine Down: Make a Pair of Beaded Earrings: Start your weeked with some creative fun! Bring friends, wine for sharing, and relax with a creative project and light refreshments. Learn how to make beautiful beaded dangle earrings with jewelry designer Crista Grasso. Choose from copper or silver and a variety of gemstones and crystals to select from. Perfect for beginners or those who have experience but want to perfect making wrapped loops. Day/Time: Friday 8/17, 6:30-8:30pm. Cost: $40 www.ambertortoise.com
Celebrities Support The Thirst Project in Honor of their 3rd Annual “Thirst Gala”
Hollywood is still buzzing about The Thirst Project’s 3rd Annual “Thirst Gala” and Marketing A Cause’s luxurious gift lounge. This year’s star-studded shindig was attended by celebrities such as Pauley Perrette, Chyler Leigh, Charisma Carpenter, Audrina Patridge, Kirsten Vangsness, Crystal Reed, Lance Bass, Boo Boo Stewart, Jason Ritter, Sarah Drew, and many more. Celebrities and VIPs had the opportunity to enjoy a luxurious environment with gifts, refreshments, and charity fundraising. In return for their support, lounge guests received lots of exciting gifts and services from our sponsors. To make sure they were accessorized for the red carpet, celebrities were gifted unique hand-made foot jewelry from AmberTortoise Jewelry, as well as a fashionable pearl bracelet from Dolma Pearl. Amber Tortoise Jewelry For refreshments, Oogave, served an all-natural and certified organic soda sweetened only with agave nectar. Celebrities also indulged in You Tonics a new protein water supplement that delivers 20 grams of protein plus Vitamins A, E and B. … [Continue reading]
Open House is Today, 04/29- Please Join Me!
This is just a quick reminder about the Open House at my new studio today, Sunday, April 29th, from 12pm-6pm! All of the jewelry is out and polished, the snack and wine table is stocked full of goodies, and the coffee maker is prepped and ready to brew! 🙂 I really hope to see you there! Details are below, and here is a sneak-peak of the space and some of the new jewelry from my spring collection: I’d like to invite you to an Open House at my new studio on Sunday, April 29th! Please join AmberTortoise Jewelry and several other artists as we all open the doors to The Mill Works in Willington, CT and share our studios with anyone who wants to stop by- to shop, browse or simply enjoy the gorgeous location and variety of creative spaces! It’s like an indoor fine art show, at a beautiful … [Continue reading]
New AmberTortoise Jewelry at Silver Circle Gallery
New jewelry from our Spring Collection is now available at Silver Circle Gallery in Putnam, CT. We also have a new display case, which features twice as much jewelry as before! You will find a variety of our earrings, bracelets, statement and front-closure necklaces and bookmarks in the new case, and check by the door for some of our colorful sun catchers (in some of my most popular styles which are sold-out online). We love Silver Circle Gallery and are so happy to continue to be one of their jewelry designers and instructors! They offer a variety of art classes for adults and children and feature some amazing and talented local artists in their gallery, exhibits and trunk shows. While you’re there, stop next door at Victoria’s Station (one of my favorite cafe’s!) and try one of their homemade snickers cheesecakes (delicious!). All the best, ~Crista
You’re Invited! Open House at Our New Studio on 4/29
I’d like to invite you to an Open House at my new studio on Sunday, April 29th! Please join AmberTortoise Jewelry and several other artists as we all open the doors to The Mill Works in Willington, CT and share our studios with anyone who wants to stop by- to shop, browse or simply enjoy the gorgeous location and variety of creative spaces! It’s like an indoor fine art show, at a beautiful old mill building, right on Hall’s Pond. We will be featuring our new Spring Jewelry Line and will have many pieces available for Mother’s Day, including our very popular Mother’s Pendants, custom made for you that day. Please stop by anytime between 12pm and 6pm this coming Sunday, 4/29, and enjoy a 15% discount on any purchase and be entered to win a free $25 gift certificate. Directions and details are below. I hope to see you there! … [Continue reading]
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