Jun 17, 2015 | By Carly J. Cais
Hello friends!
It’s been a long time in the making, but I’m finally ready to launch my new line of jewelry: Glitterthorn, an edgy, boho collection featuring rough, organic stones and crystals, accented by epoxy, metal leafing, vintage chains, and Swarovski rhinestones.
Here are the first 2 designs I’m rolling out: 
{ Guinevere Necklace }
Clear quartz point pendant with black epoxy resin and gold leaf [sealed], on goldtone cable chain with pyramid charm at clasp. Can be worn at 17″ (between choker and princess length) or 28″ (rope length). Comes in Large or Small.
Large = wider crystal point, around 1 and 3/16″ long and ¾” wide.
Guinevere Necklace { Large } – $36
[shown worn as the long length]
Small = thinner crystal point, around 1¼” long and ½” wide.
Guinevere Necklace { Small } – $29
[shown worn as the short length]
{ Isolde Necklace }
Crystal geode slice pendant, surrounded by black epoxy resin studded with Swarovski crystal chatons. Silvertone flat cable chain and silvertone pyramid charm at closure. Long length: vertical geode slice, 24″ (opera length) chain. Pendant = approximately 1½” long and 1″ wide at widest point.
Isolde Necklace { Long } – $42
The stones used in this jewelry are unique – please allow for natural variations on their organic beauty.
More designs coming soon – I can’t wait to share them with you!!
This has been a labor of love of mine for such a long time, I’ve many times second-guessed myself and felt like it wasn’t ready to share just yet. But if I keep stalling I just may never do it! I’m still working on the logo, putting together an Instagram for Glitterthorn (to share behind-the-scenes and new designs, as well as offering pieces for purchase), refining my Etsy store, deciding on packaging…etc. etc. But they say to do something that scares you every day, and to jump in feet first before you feel completely sure. I’m not completely sure what I’m doing, but I love making jewelry, and I know I want to share it with the world. Thank you so much for all your support and encouragement!
Questions? Comments? Let me know!
xo
Carly
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Mar 23, 2013 | Fashion
I am so excited to announce to you my newest sponsor for March: el.inspired!
Emma makes pretty, sparkly bracelets adorned with chunky chains and Swarovski crystal, chic leather tassels, elastic hair tie sets, and tiny leather coin purses. She writes:
I have been making Jewellery for years along with some sewing here and there but never thought about turning it into a business until a couple of years ago when I stumbled upon Etsy & fell in love!! Being a stay at home Mum I was looking for something that I could do for myself while still being at home with my kids, so I decided to take the plunge and in June 2012 I opened el.inspired. I want my store to be a ‘Boutique Accessories’ Store with a main focus on Jewellery. As well as bracelets I am currently working on necklaces, which I hope to add to my collection soon. I love the creativity my business allows me to have and I am so exited for the future!!
Here are some of my favorite pieces from her shop:
1. Gold Chain and Clear AB Crystal Bracelet, $18.95 / 2. Silver Chain and Azure Crystal Bracelet, (sold now, but similar here), $17.06 / 3. Gold Chain Emerald Cut Crystal Bracelet, (sold now, but similar here) $27.85 / 4. Lilac Leather Tassel Keyring Keychain, $14.97
Thank you, Emma, for your sponsorship this month! If you have a chance, visit her shop and browse all her lovely offerings: great for stacking bracelets and arm adornment! I’m lusting after that emerald cut crystal bracelet like crazy, especially since she has one in my favorite color blue here!
And if any of you are interested in sponsoring Chic Steals, there are still sponsorships open. If you are a seller of DIY supplies, crafty goods, sewing books, jewelry, clothing, beauty products, or home wares that are chic, affordable, and on-trend, then you would be a perfect fit for my readers! You can purchase an ad here on my site through Passionfruit’s integrated ad system, or email me if you’d like more information, including current stats.
Thank you!
xo
Carly
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Mar 24, 2012 | Fashion
A well-rendered infographic on Etsy facts and figures, and how shopping handmade is changing the way we all buy.
xoxox
Carly
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Thanks, Matt, for the heads-up on this!
Source: PromotionalCodes.net
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Dec 21, 2011 | By Carly J. Cais
Yes, that’s right – I’ve added TWO new colors to the range of faux furs I stock for my tails and puffs in my Etsy store. (And coming in the New Year…BAGS!!)
So many customers have requested black fur, but I haven’t found a pure black faux fur that is as high-quality as my other furs. What I could find, however, is a fur that has a midnight black fuzzy base, with longer light brown/blond hairs sprinkled throughout. It’s very plush and realistic.
Inspired by Prada’s line of brightly-colored fur accessories, I’ve also stocked a Limited-Edition Crimson fur for the holidays! I only have 1 yard of this, so when it’s gone, it’s gone! It’s of the same style of fur as my White tails, with long, wispy hairs. It’s very light and airy.
I’m now offering Puffs, Medium-sized Tails, and Full-Sized Tails in my Etsy shop, in all 6 colors including the new Black and Crimson. 
Please check it out – or send it to your friends if you think they’d be interested!
xoxox
Carly
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Nov 24, 2011 | By Carly J. Cais, Score!
I’ve been super-busy (besides making Thanksgiving dinner, LOL!), and have also updated my Etsy with new variations of my popular faux fur accessories.
NEW:
- Two more colors of PUFFS
- Two more options for CHARMS
- GOLD hardware option for everything (except the “Choose Your Own” styles)
- A smaller-sized TAIL (measuring in at 12″ long instead of the 15″ for my full-sized tails)
- CHOOSE YOUR COLOR AND CHARM option for Puffs and both sizes of Tails.
AND! To celebrate, I’m offering up a coupon code, valid from 11/24 through midnight PST on 11/28: Get 15% off your entire order from my Etsy store with code
THANKS2011
I’ve also got two more colors of faux fur coming in (though UPS is taking an extremely long time to deliver them to me…grrr…) so stay tuned for BLACK and CRIMSON tails and puffs in the near future!
Thanks so much!
xoxox
Carly
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