Sunday, December 21, 2014

New on Pinterest: Color of 2015: Marsala

Get ready to ring in the new year rich with color. We're exploring PANTONE's 2015 color of the year in our new Pinterest board "Color of 2015: Marsala". Warm and rich, like it's cousin colors garnet and burgundy, it has a lot of drama to lend to any project. Check out some our favorite marsala flavored pins:

Source: mutefashion.com via Bumbershoot Supplies and Designs on Pinterest

Source: pantone.com via Bumbershoot Supplies and Designs on Pinterest

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Guest Blog Post: Christmas Tree Nails by Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter


In the giving spirit of the holiday season, we have a special gift for you! Our featured artist Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter has created another nail art tutorial for our blog readers! We're very thankful to Jen for continuing to share her wisdom in the ways of glitter with us. These festive nails would be a great way to glam up a holiday look for a special occasion. Continue reading to learn how to make your own 3D nail designs this holiday season:

The festive season is upon us! For those of us in the Christmas spirit, why not do a little holiday nail art to spread the good cheer? This easy-to-do nail art look is sure to bring a smile.


Paint the nails in a light metallic color of your choice. Let dry.


Paint on a long, thin triangle for your tree. You can use the traditional green, or go for any other color you like!


While the tree is still wet, drag the needle across in a wavy shape to add detail.


Now here's the fun part: Add your ornaments to the tree! You can press them into wet polish and seal with a topcoat, but a glue is a better choice for a longer lasting manicure. If you're using artificial nails, try a craft adhesive. For natural nails, try a dab of liquid nail glue.


 You can add a star on your tree with a metal stud, or try drawing one with a complimentary color of nail polish. 


You can add a tree on each nail, or do some quick and easy accent nails with your dotting tool. Some fun options are French tip, dots or stripes. It's up to you!

Thanks so much to Jen for creating this festive tutorial for last minute holiday glam and for sharing her wonderful designs with us! Be sure to check out NeverTooMuchGlitter for stunning nail art for all year long. 

Monday, December 1, 2014

Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies December 2014 Special for Newsletter Subscribers


Vintage Swarovski Rhinestone Earring Kit, free with purchase – Our gift to newsletter subscribers during this December is a new earring kit featuring wonderful vintage Swarovski olivine rhinestones and our own antiqued brass findings with fleur-de-lis connectors! Use this kit to make up a quick gift for someone on your list this year, or gift the kit, or create a treat for yourself. During December, we will send all necessary components to make the earrings shown in the photo above.

Our newsletter subscribers can receive this kit, free with any purchase at Bumbershoot Supplies or Bumbershoot Designs.  See your December 1 and December 15 newsletters for details and the coupon code.

Also, don't forget your 1-time free shipping offer that you received when you signed up for our newsletter.

And YES, you can combine specials. So you can have the earring kit plus the free shipping code you received upon signing up for the newsletter in the same order!

Not yet a newsletter subscriber? You can read past issues and you can sign up right here and get your free shipping and earring kit at your next purchase!
 

Saturday, November 1, 2014

Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies November 2014 Special for Newsletter Subscribers


Are you crafting for the holidays? This month we are celebrating the start of the holiday season by providing free shipping for our newsletter subscribers during the entire month of November. Stock up on vintage crafting items at Bumbershoot Supplies or beautiful handmade jewelry at Bumbershoot Designs!

The free shipping is for any number of purchases, no limits, no restrictions! At checkout, just use the coupon code provided in your newsletter. The code will work on our websites AND in both our Etsy shops. See your November 1 and November 15 newsletters for details and the coupon code. And yes, we provide free shipping to our international newsletter subscribers too.

Not yet a newsletter subscriber?
You can read past issues, see the treats and bonuses we provide our subscribers, and you can also sign up, right here.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Featured Artist Update: Karen Troeh of CourtlyCharm


Here's an exciting update from one of our recent featured artists. Remember Karen Troeh's spectacular handmade crowns? Well her work was recently featured on the television show Reign! You can see a picture of the crown on Reign and read about the costume designer's vision here.


If you love the show or just the crown, don't forget you can have one of your very own. Be sure to check out Karen's shop CourtlyCharm and snag a crown for your majestic self or for that royal someone in your life. We're so happy for Karen and we hope to see more of her adornments on screen in the future. Congratulations Karen, on this truly crowning achievement!

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Unique Vintage Finds at Bumbershoot Supplies: A Brief History of Banana Bob


Years ago, Bumbershoot Supplies purchased a large amount of vintage rhinestone and metal components originally made for the Banana Bob company. We are now making these very limited components available as Unique Vintage Finds on our website and in the unique finds section in our Etsy store. There are different items in both places, so be sure to check both out. 


 It's always fun  to see how vintage jewelry components were originally used. With that in mind, we thought we'd share a few Banana Bob pieces from our collection, plus a bit about Banana Bob in general. You will find some of the components in these pieces available on our websites, if they have not already sold. 


Made in the 1980s and 1990s, designed by former figure skater Annie Venditti, Banana Bob jewelry is famous for the intricate components and detailed layered designs. All of the jewelry was handmade, including gluing and setting rhinestones, hand enamelling and soldering metal layers, and as you can imagine it was very time intensive. The company no longer is in operation, due partly to the enormous amount of time to create the pieces which cut steeply into profits. But the jewelry remains and is still very popular among collectors and fans. If you click on the photos, you will get a larger version in which you will be able to see the components in more detail.

  

 With Banana Bob, jewelry designs are often themed and elaborate. Designs are often asymmetrical as well. Banana Bob jewelry was made from very fine elements such as Swarovski crystal rhinestones and US made brass findings. Banana Bob jewelry is definitely for people who wish to stand out in a crowd! 


Many of the components were created specifically for use in the Banana Bob designs. You can often find layers of filigrees bent and soldered into unique components or set rhinestones soldered onto connectors. We have quite a few Banana Bob components in stock at Bumbershoot Supplies. You can find them in special sections in our Etsy shop as well as on our website. These special items are limited, so get them while you can!


Sunday, October 12, 2014

Guest Blog Post: Halloween Nails by Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter

In the spirit of the Halloween season, we have a special treat for you! Our featured artist Jennifer Strong of NeverTooMuchGlitter has written a tutorial for our blog readers on how to create your very own Halloween Nail art. Continue reading to learn how to make your own 3D nail designs this holiday season:

Halloween is a great opportunity to show off some fantastic seasonal nail art. With vintage rhinestones and cabochons from Bumbershoot Supplies, you can create a one-of-a-kind look for all your upcoming spooky events!

For the most impact, get some press-on nails from your local drugstore or beauty supply shop. Adhesive tabs allow the false nails to be applied and removed easily. A nail art pen is an easy to use option for adding designs, but a permanent marker may be used as well (however, it's best not to use these on natural nails as it may stain the nail bed for a few days).

You Will Need




Once you've got your supplies together, check out the tutorial below for some fun ideas!




For natural nails, the steps are the same- but instead of applying stones to the nails with the glue, simply apply them on a layer of wet topcoat.




Go forth and be spooky!

Thanks so much to Jen for creating this tutorial and for sharing her wonderful designs with us! Be sure to check out NeverTooMuchGlitter for stunning nail art for all year long. 

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies October 2014 Special for Newsletter Subscribers



At Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies we are enjoying the season with no tricks, just treats! To celebrate we are offering newsletter subscribers a coupon good for $5 off their October order. The coupon is good for all vintage crafting items at Bumbershoot Supplies or beautiful handmade jewelry at Bumbershoot Designs!

Just use the coupon at checkout. The coupon will work for one order and can be used at our websites only. For more details and the coupon code see your October 1st and 15th newsletters. 

Not yet a newsletter subscriber?
You can read past issues, see the treats and bonuses we provide our subscribers, and you can also sign up, right here.

Monday, September 29, 2014

Featured Artist: Jennifer Strong of Nevertoomuchglitter on Etsy


Bumbershoot Supplies' latest featured artist is Jennifer Strong of Nevertoomuchglitter! Nevertoomuchglitter (or NTMG for short) is a boutique full of wonderful glittery handmade nail art. Each design is original and made by hand, some featuring vintage rhinestones and cabochons, and all of them are nice and sparkly.


The styles at NTMG range from simple to encrusted with tiny crystals and are made for many different occasions. Here are some of the Halloween designs, for more, check out Jen's website Gothic Nail Art, the Halloween section is here:


And even if you don't like glittery nails there is something at NTMG for you! There are intricately hand painted nails. Here are some that have been painted in ukiyo-e motifs:


There is a wealth of information on designs and a sneak peek at the behind the scenes process at the Nevertoomuchglitter blog. Be sure to check it out if you're interested in nail art or in Japanese culture and design.


Head on over to the Nevertoomuchglitter shop, you'll be sure to find a fun addition to your look for any occasion. And remember you really never can have too much glitter!




Monday, September 1, 2014

Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies September 2014 Special for Newsletter Subscribers


Are you ready to get crafting for the holidays? This month we are celebrating the start of autumn and the impending holiday season by providing free shipping for our newsletter subscribers during the entire month of September. Stock up on vintage crafting items at Bumbershoot Supplies or beautiful handmade jewelry at Bumbershoot Designs!

The free shipping is for any number of purchases, no limits, no restrictions! At checkout, just use the coupon code provided in your newsletter. The code will work on our websites AND in both our Etsy shops. See your September 1 and September 15 newsletters for details and the coupon code. And yes, we provide free shipping to our international newsletter subscribers too.

Not yet a newsletter subscriber?
You can read past issues, see the treats and bonuses we provide our subscribers, and you can also sign up, right here.

Monday, August 25, 2014

Featured Artist: Karen Troeh of CourtlyCharm on Etsy


Bumbershoot Supplies' latest featured artist is Karen Troeh of CourtlyCharm! Karen creates unique designs inspired by actual pieces from the medieval period through the Elizabethan era. Her years of experience creating pieces for renaissance festivals and plays is readily seen in these designs. 


Karen uses many different materials to create her designs, including set rhinestones, beads, filigrees, and wire-work.


Karen is very skilled at mixing metal work such as layered filigrees with pearls and rhinestones to create an opulent look. Many of her pieces are designed from historical pictures of crowns and jewelry worn by royalty.


Karen has shared a huge collection of her previous designs on her Pinterest board. We highly recommend perusing them for some regal inspiration. 


Be sure to check out Karen's shop! Whether you are really royal, or just wanting to look like it, you're sure to find a piece that will show the world how majestic you truly are.









Friday, August 1, 2014

Bumbershoot Designs and Supplies August 2014 Special for Newsletter Subscribers



Vintage Swarovski Rhinestone Earring Kit, free with purchase – Our treat for August is a new earring kit featuring wonderful vintage Swarovski peridot rhinestones and our own antiqued brass findings! Peridot is the birthstone for August and these festive earrings will surely help you celebrate any birthdays, or just the lovely month of August. During August, we will send all necessary components to make the earrings shown in the photo above.

Our newsletter subscribers can receive this kit, free with any purchase at Bumbershoot Supplies or Bumbershoot Designs.  See your August 1 and August 15 newsletters for details and the coupon code.
Also, don't forget your 1-time free shipping offer that you received when you signed up for our newsletter.
And YES, you can combine specials. So you can have the earring kit plus the free shipping code you received upon signing up for the newsletter in the same order!

Not yet a newsletter subscriber? You can read past issues and you can sign up right here and get your free shipping and earring kit at your next purchase!
 

Monday, July 28, 2014

Featured Artist: Debbie Lynch of ChicMaddiesBoutique on Etsy


Our latest featured artist is the very talented Debbie Lynch of ChicMaddiesBoutique! Debbie's work draws on her childhood memories and her love of color and vintage to inspire her designs. 


Debbie's designs incorporate vintage jewelry components as focal elements. She often mixes design elements to create new and stunning jewelry. 


Debbie is very skilled in her use of color to enrich her designs. Her work doesn't shy away from bright colors, and this often heightens the emotion of her designs, like this cheerful sunny yellow bracelet. 


Debbie is also a master at contrasting and complimenting textures, as she demonstrates in this necklace with its contrasting faceted labradorite chain. 


Be sure to check out Debbie's shop! It's simply overflowing with unique pieces that bring together old and new and tell the most colorful stories.