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FEBRUARY 2008
February's Musings...
:: .......Back to Business!
:: .......Rings, Rings, Rings
:: .......Earring Extravaganza!
:: .......You asked!
After a hectic holiday season and a few months (and
over 30 feet!) of snow, Collection 2008 is finally
available online! In fact, the whole site has had a little
bit of a face-lift. I've added a new section about custom
jewelry, as so many of you have commissioned me in
the last few months to make one-of-a-kind pieces for
you or someone you love. So take a look around! I
hope you find something inspiring to wear!Wishing you all blue skies,
Melanie
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.......Back to Business!
My (Belated) Resolution For 2008!
After a very long 14 months of being part of an artists'
co-operative in Steamboat Springs, CO, I'm happy to
say that I'm back to focusing on my web business,
trunk shows and showing in a few select galleries,
shops and shows across the country. I feel as though
I've left my loyal customers hanging for a bit, but I
assure you, the
MUSE website will be updated
regularly, the newsletter will be out every month, and
the selection of jewelry will be fresh and fabulous from
this point forward!So that's my Resolution, and now all of you can hold
me accountable!So... how are you doing with YOUR New Year's
Resolutions? I'd love to hear about it - and I'll pick
two of your stories to print in next month's
newsletter ...and if you're selected, you'll receive a
certificate for 20% off your next MUSE purchase! Send
your story to: melanie@wearmuse.com
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.......Rings, Rings, Rings
Order a custom chunky ring!
HANDS DOWN (ahem!), the most popular of my
creations to date is my wire-wrapped chunky ring! In
addition to the selection on my website, you are now
able to order your own CUSTOM funky, chunky ring !!
Just choose a color or a stone (more than one is fine!)
and I'll wrap up a one-of-a-kind ring just for you! All
custom rings are just $50 and in most cases will ship
within 7-10 days of your order (if you're looking for a
particularly elusive stone, it may take longer, but I'll let
you know right away!)Also watch for my handmade fine silver
creations...soon to be available as custom orders,
too!
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.......Earring Extravaganza!
You asked for it...
I've received quite a few emails asking for a larger
selection of earrings on my website. Well, your wishes
are granted!!I've put a variety of styles online, and will continue to
add as I create new pairs! There are infinite reasons
to love your lobes...moonstone, aventurine,
garnet, amethyst, labradorite, wood, silver, tiger eye,
pearl, onyx...You get the picture!
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.......You asked!
Answers to some of your top jewelry questions...
"What's the best way to care for my silver, wire-
worked or beaded jewelry?"
Good question! The best advice I can give is:
1) Store it appropriately - a jewelry box at
home and a jewelry roll for travel ( a jewelry roll keeps
eahch piece secure, as opposed to just tossing it all
into a bag!)
2) Polish it correctly - use a silver polishing
cloth for most pieces (they are clean, quick and
inexpensive). For more intricate pieces, use a liquid
silver polish (such as Tarn-X - always read the
directions) - either dip the piece or use a cotton swab
to polish up sections around gemstones. Rinse with
hot water and voila! Shiny as new!
3) WEAR it! That's why you have it! Let those
jewels sparkle in the sunlight and show off your own
unique style!
Got a jewelry question you've always wanted an
answer to? Email your question to me:
melanie@wearmuse.com . I'll answer a new question
in each issue of my newsletter. If I choose yours, you'll
win a $20 MUSE gift certificate! Pretty sweet - an
answer and something that sparkles...
