Thursday, August 7, 2008

The Handcrafted Wedding


Hi Everyone...

I think it's always fun to Google yourself and find juicy tid bits about you on the Internet.  I got an order this week from a gal that said she found me on a wedding blog, but wasn't sure which one.  She had visited so many recently b/c she is getting married later this month.   After Googling (I think this is an official verb now) Midori Jewelry, I found the blog in question.  It is called The Handcrafted Wedding.  

Because I run an e-commerce website and am constantly online, there are few blogs that impress me so much and that I get an RSS feed for updates on new posts.  This blog is an exception and is done with classic style and taste.  It makes a welcome departure from just the ho hum discussions of Vera Wang dresses, appropriate appetizer sizes, various calligraphy styles, and the shades of difference between ecru and eggshell.

The blog's author, Lynn, said such nice things about Midori Jewelry...the compliments made me blush.  Lynn claims that she would like bid farewell to the mass-produced.  Now while I am a firm believer in Free Trade, with the pervasive "Wal-Mart" mentality nowadays, it is sometimes difficult to get people to see the value in your handcrafted items.  I have made small steps of progress with help of supporters like Lynn from Handcrafted Wedding, Leigh from hapa | hale, and Liana from Mixed Plate.  These blog babes really bring attention to the handcraft market, and they exhibit our creations with style and write about them with contagious enthusiasm and humor.  It is apparent they are true lovers of handcraft.  From handcrafters and artisans everywhere, trying to make a living doing something we love with vim and vigor, we salute them with a round of big MAHALOs.  Thanks girls!!!





Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Back From Hiatus

Hi Everyone,

I know I haven't been keeping up much with the blog lately.  But mostly I've been busy using the summer months to concentrate on marketing.  It seems to have been paying off, as I've been swamped with orders for stores and for my online store.  

*NEW* sale section: I will be marking 4-10 items down 50% for one week, every week from now one.  Please check back regularly for new items marked down for a limited time in limited quantities.

I have a bunch of retail events to get ready for this month:

Aug. 15-17 @ Neal Blaisdell Center
Fri & Sat : 10am-9pm
Sun: 10am-5pm @ Booth #251 

Aug. 23-24 weekend
Watts Ranch
16855 Bodega Highway
Bodega, CA
10am-6pm @ Booth #T11 (big Tent)

Aug. 30-Sept. 1 Labor Day weekend
Entrances at: 14th Street & Broadway
11th Street & Jefferson
16th Street & San Pablo Avenue
noon-6pm
Booth #TBA

Jewelry Items: Dionysia bracelet Reg. $54, Sale $27 ; Pearl & Amethyst earrings Reg. $20, Sale $10.  Check out other items in the Sale section at the Midori Jewelry website.

As always, please email me with any questions or join my newsletter to hear the latest news with Midori Jewelry.  Malama pono...

Friday, May 9, 2008

New Stocklists at Nohea Gallery

Hi Everyone,

I know it's been forever and a day since I've posted, but I have been getting the last of the orders out from the Midori Jewelry website relaunch. Thank you so much for all of your patience!!!

If you get a chance, I have just updated my stocklists at Nohea Gallery. Operating since 1990, Nohea Gallery is a locally-owned family business. This small gallery chain offers products from over 450 artists from across the US--over 90% of which are based in Hawaii. Most of the items in the stores are offered at about the same as at the local art & craft events. Midori Jewelry pieces are sold at the same prices here as online and at retail events.

Midori Jewelry will now be offered at all gallery locations including Ward Warehouse, the Sheraton Moana Surfrider, and Nohea Island Arts in Kailua. The staff is warm, friendly, and knowledgable about all of mediums they sell. You will find hand-turned koa bowls, oil paintings, metal works, photography, and much more. Each piece in the gallery is artistic and beautiful and each tells a story. Support local business and artisans!!! Thank you for your patronage.

Enchantment Necklace: $128 @ Ward Warehouse. Please call (808) 589-1174 for availability.


Aloha,
Traci
Midori Jewelry

Saturday, April 26, 2008

"I Love Kailua" Town Party

Hi Everyone,

I will be at the "I love Kailua" Town Party on Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 11am-4pm. This will be a block party type event, with vehicular traffic being closed down along Kailua Road. The proceeds from this event go to the Lani-Kailua Outdoor Circle--a non-profit community organization that utilizes volunteers efforts towards the beautification of Kailua and Lanikai.

I will be at Booth #40A in front of the First Hawaiian Bank and the former Straub on the mountain side of Kailua Road near the triangle. I have tons of new jewelry designs. Come and join me for a great cause, ono food, local Hawaii artisan, and Island-style fun for the whole family.

Give me a call on my cell phone (808) 221-1842 if you cannot find me.

Monday, April 7, 2008

New *revamped* Website Up!!!

Hi Everyone,

Thanks for being so patient in waiting for the new Midori Jewelry website. You will find tons of new items, marked with a cute little red cherry icon. Sign up for the "Green Girls" newsletter and get a nice discount coupon code. Coupon code is only valid until Friday, April 18, 2008.

Many items are stocked in limited numbers, so take advantage of the cool code while it lasts.

Mother's Day & Graduation Day are coming up fast. Treat a special someone to a great piece of handcrafted jewelry to let them know how much you care. Gift items can be exchanged. Please see the Policies page for details.

As always, mahalo for supporting an independent Hawaii artisan.

Malama pono,
Traci

Thursday, March 27, 2008

New Website!!!

Hi Everyone,

I will be launching my new website next week. If you would like to be put on my email list to receive the "Green Girl" Newsletter, please send me an email request. Stay tuned for great new features and lots of new jewelry designs.

Thanks again for all the well wishes and suport!!!

New Website Launch: March 31, 2008 (tentative)

Friday, March 14, 2008

Booth Location @ Honolulu Festival

For the Honolulu Festival this weekend, I will be at Booth #111 at the Honolulu Convention Center in Exhibit Hall II. This is on the opposite side of the stage, in the yellow section. It's also located on the Ocean side of the Convention Center, closest to Ala Moana.

If you cannot find me, please give me a call on my cell phone (808) 221-1842 or ask any of the event staff to assist you. See you all there!!!

Next Event:

Honolulu Festival
Honolulu Convention Center
Exhibit Hall I & II
March 15-16
Sat 10am-5pm
Sun 10am-3pm
Booth #111