DSK's Lottery Winner for November is....

Brandee*=)
E-mail me your full name & mailing address when you get a chance ^_^

This is your new necklace, congrats & thanks for being part of the DSK Jewelry Family : )

I'll post December's Lottery Prize tomorrow, it will be a good one since Christmas is around the corner & I love the holiday season most!

If you're a fan of DSK Jewelry, feel free to follow & comment becuase a random reader wins the prize each month. You don't have to be an existing customer or anything. I really appreciate the fact that you take time out of your day to visit my jewelry blog to see what I'm all about.

I also have a "Beauty Lottery" on my personal beauty blog, but the prize is always something makeup related since makeup was the main reason I started blogging. If you're into makeup, come on over!

My personal blog is www.stephanie-nguyen.blogspot.com

If you're interested in learning more about me as a person, rather than just the jewelry side of me...I welcome you to visit : )

There's more to DSK Steph than just DSK Jewelry, you know :P

I'm currently dealing with the issues of implied engagement 0_o

I have other interests & I love making new friends.

I'm super excited for my Winter Break.

The holidays just make everything bad go away.

Who agrees?

Week 48-Winter Vine

I'm the vice president of the Genesee Area Bead Society (noone else wanted the job.) :D At our meeting tomorrow we have the show and tell for an inspiration challenge. We passed out envelopes containing paint chips. We could either use the colors for inspiration or the name of a color. My paint chip was a palette of greens and one of the colors was called Winter Vine. I used copper and sterling silver along with rondelles of rock quartz, moonstone and a green mystic quartz. The tiny green briolettes are tourmaline and the dangles are moonstone.

Penguin print from Raw Art Letterpress

Sometimes I take my sister's prints and make jewelry, other times she takes the art work from my jewelry and makes prints. Here's a penguin she did using my penguin. You can see here at her Etsy shop, rawartletterpress. I think it turned out pretty cute!

Post Thanksgiving Holiday Updates

Hey everyone,

How was your Thanksgiving? Did you eat a lot of good food?
I think I'm more excited about leftovers to be honest : ) (Since I don't cook!)

I've been missing these past few days because of the Thanksgiving Holiday here in the US. My mom & younger sister also flew out to Washington from Michigan (3,000 miles) to spend Thanksgiving with me this year. It was my first Turkey Day away from home.

I spent it with my boyfriend's family + friends, my mom and little sister. Of course it was awkward, but you gotta get past awkward before you can become comfortable with new acquaintances. I guess...

I was a bit sad my dad couldn't be here with us, but he has to save his vacation time to fly to visit my grandpa in California. My Grandma just passed away back in March & my Grandpa is old, so my dad needs to be able to use his vacation time from work to visit Grandpa. I'm glad I'm closer to California now, I want to take a trip out there soon to visit my my relatives.

I apologize in advance to those that had packages that were issued to ship 11/24/09. I dropped them off, but I couldn't control when they would be scanned into the USPS system. The post office was closed for the holiday so there is a slight delay in the time they scanned in the delivery confirmation for the packages. You should be able to track them this coming week (tomorrow Monday) when everyone is back at work with their turkey sandwiches for lunch.

Jewelry wise, not much is new ~ apart from being really close to attending another bead fair in Portland, OR (where I had been these past two days).

I haven't had the chance to make anything new, unfortunately.

I've just been working away on Holiday Orders. Many packages will be shipped December 1st, and I thank you for your patience. I'm still here, just trying to catch up and keep up with my orders & e-mails. I also have some new gift wrap supplies for the winter season. They make me happy :) There's just something about Santa, Snowflakes, and Reindeer that really lift my spirit.

My mom and sister Julia fly home on Tuesday, that will be a sad day for me. I think I'll just turn up the Christmas radio station & work on jewelry.

December 5th is coming up shortly & I'm declaring that the last official day to place an order in time for Christmas. All orders placed after the 5th probably won't make it in time for Christmas especially if you're buying from overseas.


~ Some random facts that may or may not interest you ~

1. www.dskjewelry.com is delayed until 2010

2. orders are only accepted via "add to cart" (for the time being)

3. Free First Class Shipping to Anywhere applies until January 1st, 2010

4. I may offer US Domestic Express Mail (pretty much a 2 day or overnight service).

5. I may be ending all International Orders because I just have too many orders, or accept International orders every 3 months (any suggestions on waht to do?)

6. I could keep International Orders but only offer 1 shipping method, that would be the Med. Priority w/ Tracking. All currently International packages only have the Customs Numbers which does not track the package, it just shows that the package has been sent.

7. 24K Gold Plated Copper will be introduced verrrrry soon.

8. Gold Necklaces will be available again come January or February.

9. There are a few "Wooden Wolf" Bracelets available (I enable the previous post, if you're interested scroll down or to my older posts).

10. ***Stay tuned to Bubbi's Youtube, she's planning on doing a DSK Jewelry Giveaway to her subscribers.

: )

If you need me, fly me an e-mail to askdskjewelry@gmail.com
I'm still responding to all the e-mails I've received these past few days. Please bare with me ~ I'm answering them as fast as I can ~ and in the order they were received. =^_^=


Totally Random: But has anyone adopted a pet from their local animal shelter? Minh & I are moving in 6 months & we're looking to rescue a dog. We're researching the process, but it would be great to hear it first hand. Let me know if you can help me : )

Love,

Steph

By Requests, it's back

"Wooden Wolf" Bracelet
Measures 7"
Sterling Silver Heart Link Bracelet
Wooden Wolf
Swarovski AB Heart
Free First Class Shipping Anywhere
$35

Black Friday Jewelry Blowout

Black Friday deals are taking the country by storm this morning, and I've got the best way to get the most bang for your buck - without waking up at dawn and putting on your body armor.

JewelClub - my favorite Friends and Family jewelry site - is offering 25% off their WHOLESALE prices on 12 select items that'll make anyone on your list jump for joy.



These are their lowest prices all year - so the sale won't last long (only from today through Cyber Monday - November 30th).

So, check it:


This 1.5 carat diamond anniversary ring retailed at $5129. JewelClub normally offers it for $1380.47 but with the Black Friday Blowout discount it's listed at only $1035. I'm not good at math, but that looks like over $4,000 (YES, THREE ZEROS) off the original price.

Crikey!

And that's just the beginning. Get $800 diamond studs for under $200. A cultured Akoya (yes, Akoya) pearl strand for over $6,000 off (!!), a created ruby ensemble for under $50, a sapphire ring for over $500 off retail. You have to see to believe.

So visit JewelClub by clicking here, enter the secret code INSIDER and tick off the names on your shopping list with a smile on your face, a boost to your wallet - all without leaving your leftovers.

Happy Thanksgiving weekend, jewelry hounds!

Free Worldwide Shipping 11/27 - 11/30

I'm participating in Etsy's Black Friday/Cyber Monday promotion so I'm offering free worldwide shipping through the 30th. All shipping has been set to zero, so there's no codes to enter. Ho Ho Ho.

Happy Thanksgiving!

We're thankful for our sweet old Shar Pei Lily Belle (photographed here with the new camera) amongst many other things. Hope you enjoy your holiday!

Super macro!

I've got about a million other things I should be doing, but my new camera was just delivered so I had to run outside and try it out in the last few rays of sun for the day. It's a Fuji finepix S1500, which is one of the point and shoots that is trying very hard to be like an SLR (but at a fraction of the cost - $160 on Amazon). I got this one because it's super macro mode got excellent reviews. All I did was put the batteries and card in and figured out how to set it to super macro. Very easy to use so far, and I'm quite happy with the results! These images were just cropped and had a few levels adjustments in Photoshop. Too bad the sun is down now, or I'd be outside taking pictures.

Model Vivi Bory for DSK Jewelry

Vivi Bory for DSK Jewelry

Meet Vivi Bory, my new DSK Jewelry Model >^_^<
She's originally from Northwest, but now studies in the Midwest. (USA)
Vivi's a freelance model & she also into photography.
A lot of you girls already know who Vivi is, she has quite the fan base : )

I just searched: Vivi Bory on Youtube, and a ton of fan made videos popped up!
Vivi you're so famous!

Everyone loves her!
Vivi's new to Twitter so Follower her to see what she's up to, if you found her though DSK Jewelry, let her know & welcome her to our DSK Family ^_^
www.twitter.com/vivibory

Check out some of her work:

**Vivi Bory Photography**
(click above link ^^)

Vivi was actually in a music video with my roommate Hany lol
Hany is also Minh, my bf's little sister.

I actually found the MV (music video) before I met my boyfriend a long time ago and didn't think anything of it. lol

SMALL WORLD!

>^_^<

**Miss Vivi Bory**
(click above ^^)

~ Please note, all photos are copyright protected ~

The Beautiful Vivi Bory for DSK Jewelry
Thank you Vivi for join the DSK Family!

(click photos to enlarge)
I'll bring back my Pearl & Bow Earrings soon!
Promise!

Vivi Bory for DSK Jewelry

Isn't she just a keeper? She does have a bf, sorry guys!

I love her smile!
She does import modeling too (...hottttt, I know!)

You all will see more jewelry photos from Vivi soon >^_^<

Vivi's wearing DSK's K-Drama Snowflake (16" Necklace)
Thank you Vivi for being my jewelry model!

I call it the K-Drama Snowflake because I think most of us have been drawn into watching Korean Dramas at one point in time. I you haven't seen a Korean Drama yet...or Korean Movie..Trust me, you will! & You will get addicted!

I've been K-drama sober for almost 2 and 1/2 years. I'm so tempted to start a series, but if you start a series...you will spend at least 6 hrs straight a day watching episode after episode...

lol, so true!

The holiday favorite, snowflake ~ I took it down a few days, and I guess some of my shoppers weren't to happy with me, sowries ~ it's back now!

DSK's K-Drama Snowflake (16" Necklace)
Now available again, Quantities Limited

I feel so cool to know you Vivi! I feel freaking cool to know all my jewelry models!
~^_^~

Seattle's Sarrow [Bracelet]

Seattle's Winter [7 1/2" Bracelet]
Sterling Silver Interlocking Lobster Clasps
Crystallized Swarovski in Indigo, Black Diamond & Black Pearl
~ Crystal Facets in Roundelles & Bicone & Rounds ~

$50
Free First Class Shipping

This bracelet is for those who enjoy the darker tones for the Winter season.

Triple Blue Hearts & Triple GS,LA, Moonlight Hearts

Triple Blue Hearts
18" Thai Sterling Helix
Crystallized Swarovski Small Hearts in Light Sapphire, Sapphire & Crystal Clear

$38 for 18" Necklace
16" Version Currently Not Available

Free First Class Shipping

Triple Hearts GS, LA, Moonlight
18" Thai Sterling Helix
Crystallized Swarovski Small Hearts in Golden Shadow (GS), Light Amethyst (LA) & Crystal Moonlight

$38 for 18" Necklace
16" Version Currently Not Available

Free First Class Shipping

For Crystal Size Reference, our model Liz is wearing a version of DSK Jewelry's Triple Hearts

Thanks for stopping by today!

Love,

Steph
(I'm still struggling with sadness of living in Seattle...where there is zero sunlight everyday this past week...overcasts daily..sighhh)
How can you be happy without sunlight? Am I right?

a year older and foxes.

lately i've been obsessed with foxes. their jawbones, their teeth. i've even begun writing a story about a man with a fox head & a petite albino named veda. i don't know why or how i begin my obsessions, but once fixed, they are firmly planted for a time until they unravel or stay put. anyway, i recently stumbled on the new work of lindsey carr aka little robot. her paintings have always been beautiful, but her new work incorporates a wider color palate, a more sophisticated hand and of course, foxes. prints of her work can be found here, as well as the above 2 only here.

further reading on her fox muse here.

images of the above two works framed here.

xo

Paula Abdul's AMA Jewelry Redemption

What a difference a year makes. Paula Abdul hit the red carpet in some serious misses last year (here is an unfortunate reminder of the 2008 Grammys. Yikes!) - but I just caught a glimpse of tonight's AMA outfit and am loving her black mermaid dress with layered blingy cuffs and bracelets - a fun mix of glam with a rock and roll twist. Bravo!



What do you guys think?

Stay tuned for more coverage...

Triple Pink Hearts & Moonlight/Lil LA Hearts

Two Necklaces Necklaces for Sale

I'm catching up on my work & falling back in love with what I do.
You know I can't resist blogger, it's almost an addiction.

Although, only "add to cart" button orders are "do-able"
at this time. I think this way it will help me stay more organized during this season.

I'll try to update randomly when I make something for sale ~ this way there's still time & opportunities for those who wanted take advantage of the Free First Classing Shipping & to order for Christmas.

"Triple Pinks"
Crystallized Swarovski: Clear, Light Rose (Light Pink), Fuchsia (Darker Pink)
16 inch Thai Sterling Helix Necklace

$36
Ships First Class Everywhere Free
Sold Out

"Moonlight LA"
Crystallized Swarovski: Medium Moonlight Heart, Small Light Amethyst (Light Purple/Pink)

16" Thai Sterling Helix Necklace

$40
Ships First Class Anywhere Free
Sold Out

*Special thanks to my boyfriend Minh for making me a more beautiful add to cart button!*
I think the yellow paypal button was also something that stressed me out each time I would visit my jewelry page. lol
I couldn't stand how it made my blog look!
I am a very picky person, fact.

Side Note: If you go to buy the necklaces, and they're sold out, I cannot be of any help ~
Stay posted for future updates, I guess that's all I can tell ya right now.
I think I'm back in the groove of things =]

I just needed a day to reflect & to catch up on my holiday work load.
Progress is being made & orders are being shipped.


I know I'm delayed on selecting a Charity for DSK Jewelry as well as announcing the winner of the "Honey Comb Cluster" Necklace, I'll keep you updated.

As well as the DSK Logo Contest (although I have already firmly decided on the one I'm using) & the DSK Model Search
I just want to take my time with these things because the decisions I'll be making are very important to DSK Jewelry.

Don't forget about the DSK Lottery Prize, a winner will be selected November 31st.
The prize is on the right side panel, the Pegasus Necklace

See you soon ~!

Steph