FINAL DAY to Save 60% Off Jewelry in Our Closing Sale

The countdown to July 1st is almost over.  Today is the LAST DAY before I launch my brand new jewelry line and close AmberTortoise Jewelry for good. As part of our final weekend blowout sale, you can enjoy 80% off of all closeout jewelry and accessories on the AmberTortoise site while they last.  Click here to shop the jewelry closeouts. Enter code GOINGGONE at checkout to receive the full 60% off discount. (Prices shown are 45% off and the coupon code will take an additional 35% off). Here are a few of my favorite One of a Kind and Limited Edition pieces of AmberTortoise Jewelry that are still remaining:

Only 7 Days Left to Save 60% Off Jewelry in Our Closing Sale

The countdown to July 1st continues.  There are only 7 days left until I launch my brand new jewelry line and close AmberTortoise Jewelry for good. You can enjoy 60% off of all closeout jewelry and accessories on the AmberTortoise site while they last.  Click here to shop the jewelry closeouts. Enter code GOINGGONE at checkout to receive the full 60% off discount. (Prices shown are 45% off and the coupon code will take an additional 15% off). Here are a few of my favorite One of a Kind and Limited Edition pieces of AmberTortoise Jewelry that are still remaining:

Help Fund Kill Me, Deadly – A Film Noir Comedy with Kirsten Vangsness

If you love checking out some of the unique and creative projects on Kickstarter as much as I do, you’ll love this fun project with Kirsten Vangsness (Penelope Garcia from Criminal Minds). It’s called Kill Me, Deadly, a film noir comedy (which I will admit I had no idea what film noir comedy was before I saw the kickstarter project :D). It looks like a pretty cool project, and how could it not be with Kirsten Vangness and Joe Mantegna from Criminal Minds, as well as many others… The kickstarter project is currently almost half-way funded and it wraps up on July 1st.  I am personally counting down the days to July 1st since that is the day I launch my brand new jewelry line, and I am sure the team behind Kill Me, Deadly is counting down the days as well to see if their project gets fully funded. I was more … [Continue reading]

Only 10 Days Left to Save 60% Off Jewelry

It’s hard to believe July 1st is almost here.  I’ve been counting down to this day for so long now, it seemed like it would never come. In only 10 days, I will be launching my brand new jewelry line and closing AmberTortoise Jewelry for good.  You can enjoy 60% off of all closeout jewelry and accessories on the AmberTortoise site while they last.  Click here to shop the jewelry closeouts. Enter code GOINGGONE at checkout to receive the full 60% off discount. (Prices shown are 45% off and the coupon code will take an additional 15% off). Here are a few of my favorite One of a Kind and Limited Edition pieces of AmberTortoise Jewelry that are still remaining:

Sneak Peak: New Jewelry Line

I can only share so much info and so many pictures right now of my new jewelry line since I am in the process of getting trademarks, and applying for patents, and all that fun legal stuff… but I do want to give you a sneak peak at a couple of the new pieces. Here is our newest belly chain, that can also be worn as a back necklace, or regular necklace chain.  It is in a gorgeous Caribbean blue color to match our existing Caribbean blue naked sandals and bracelet-rings.         Here are some sketches of other new designs currently being created.  I typically start with sketches and then create the finished pieces.  These are a work in process and will be ready to launch soon.    

Announcement: AmberTortoise is Closing

I have been hinting at some very big changes coming for AmberTortoise Jewelry this year.  If you have been curious what they are, watch the video below. AmberTortoise Jewelry is getting a facelift- a major one!  In fact, even our name is changing.  AmberTortoise as you know it is closing.     Yes, you read that right.  AmberTortoise Jewelry is closing.  Don’t worry though- it is a good thing, and something I am so super excited about! Check out the video to your left to hear all about the closure and the launch of the new jewelry line.   I also show you some of the pieces of jewelry from my brand new jewelry line and tell you how to get 35% off all remaining jewelry & accessories! To celebrate the transition from AmberTortoise Jewelry to the new jewelry brand, I am closing out all jewelry and accessories at 35% … [Continue reading]

Crista Couture: New Website for Our Bespoke Jewelry

Some of Our Jewelry is Moving! I recently launched Crista Couture, a custom bespoke jewelry site for brides and entrepreneurs to work directly with me to create their own signature piece of jewelry. The new website also features exclusive one-of-a-kind fine jewelry featuring rare precious and semi-precious stones combined with sterling silver in unique and luxurious designs. The Crista Couture jewelry line had previously been a collection on the AmberTortoise Jewelry website, but starting 03/29/13, it will be available exclusively from www.cristacouture.com. You will find many new original designs, valuable resources about the healing properties of gemstones, as well as the opportunity for a complimentary design consultation for your own bespoke piece of jewelry. I invite you to visit the new website, explore the custom jewelry process, and browse the portfolio of completed  bespoke jewelry. {From the Crista Couture Website} I’d love to hear what you think of the new site! … [Continue reading]

Win a Free Naked Sandal / Barefoot Sandal from AmberTortoise Jewelry

Would you like to win a FREE Naked Sandal / Barefoot Sandal from AmberTortoise Jewelry? I am in the process of designing my newest collection of naked sandal foot jewelry (barefoot sandals) and I would love your help! Please take our very brief survey for your chance to win the naked sandal of your choice, a $68 value.   You will need a flexible measuring tape or a string + ruler to answer the questions and it should only take a couple minutes to complete. I will announce who wins the FREE Barefoot Sandal on Thursday 02/28- on our facebook page, blog and via email. Click here to take the survey.  Thank you for your help! The winner can choose from any of these styles of naked sandals ($68 value): Visit our online boutique at www.ambertortoise.com  

AmberTortoise Jewelry Transformation Part 1

Every year I choose a word that sums up what the year will be all about for me.  This year, my word is FOCUS.  Right behind that is transformation, because in order to achieve the level of focus I am after, it will require a major transformation, and I am super excited to share with you some of what is coming! Some of you have watched my journey over the years and some are new to my work.  My business has grown tremendously and been successful in ways I couldn’t have imagined when I first started out.  What started as a hobby, as a way to relax and take a break from all the stresses and chaos of the corporate world, quickly became an obsession and a business that I truly love.  I am so grateful for this journey and for all the feedback my customers have given me over … [Continue reading]

Trend Report: 2013 Spring and Summer Colors and Gemstones

By now you have probably heard that Emerald is the 2013 “Color of the Year”.  (If you missed it, check out the press release from Pantone here.)  Green is sure to be everywhere this year (which is great for me because it’s my favorite color :D). But what other colors will be popular?  Pantone recently announced the 10 top colors of spring and summer 2013, which include balanced neutrals such as Dusk Blue, Grayed Jade, and Linen as well as the bright shades of Emerald, African Violet, Nectarine, Poppy Red, Lemon Zest, and Tender Shoots.  Pulling both the neutrals and brights together is the anchoring color Monaco Blue. Check out the top 10 colors for Spring and Summer 2013 below,  along with the associated gemstones in each beautiful color.  You will see these colors everywhere- from jewelry, to clothing, to home decor and furniture, to paint colors. They will also be … [Continue reading]

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