MaJe Gallery: December 2013

I confess. Opening my stocking on Christmas morning is one of my favorite things to do. It is always full of lots of little treasures that are just way too much fun! Check out these wonderful ideas to help narrow down your stocking stuffer search!

And shop right here too! We'll get them shipped out right away so they arrive in time! Need it sent elsewhere? Free gift wrapping too! Need a question answered? Just give us a call at 425-776-3778.

Adjustable Swarovski crystal rings. $20 each.

SOME COLORS OUT OF STOCK. Please email or call to check for color availability.

Apparently, humans share some DNA with crows, because we are attracted to sparkly things - like these Swarovski crystal rings. And the best part? They are adjustable so you don't have to worry about the size. Just squeeze gently to make smaller, or pull gently apart to make larger. Lots of colors still available. Just $20. Call to confirm remaining colors, and get one for everyone woman on your list!

This image shows two views of the same 5 rings. The top image shows the color better, while the lower image allows you to see how the band adjusts. Colors are, from left to right: Amethyst, Light Turquoise, Siam, Topaz Glacier Blue and Moss Violet.

Left: Santa Countdown. Center: Snowman Couple Right: Snowman Stack

These adorable hand-sculpted clay figurines feature snowmen and santas in various playful poses. Hand-made by Clayton Dickson in Nova Scotia, customers have been scooping them up in multiples. Since the snowmen are a winter theme, they can remain out after Christmas without guilt all winter long! As our stock dwindles, call to confirm what we have left!

Color choices as listed on the image. Each bird approximately 3" long x 2" high

NOT ALL COLORS CURRENTLY IN STOCK. Email or call to confirm availability.

Many of us enjoy watching the variety of birds that pass through our area. For such types we have these beautiful hot glass sculpted birds from Henrietta Glass of Rhode Island. No two quite alike, they are quite charming! They are also a bit heavy, making them an excellent paper weight.

Blown glass "kisses" are charming on their own, but also make great ring holders.

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK. Email to place your order. Approximate turnaround time 2 - 4 weeks.

These blown glass "kisses" by Ron Hinkle of West Virginia have been a favorite small gift of many MaJe customers. Give a permanent kiss to your kids or best friends! Some folks keep one beside the kitchen sink and stow their rings upon them while doing the dishes. Just $9 each. Each is approximately 2" tall and 1.5" at the base. Specify color preferences in the comments, and we'll do our best to accommodate!

Recycled cotton, mis-matched socks. Colorful, fun and green!

Currently sold out. The mis-matched socks from Vermont's SolMate have been favorites of the MaJe gang for years! We just filled out the supplies, and have all sizes in the above four colors. Still just $19.95 each. Colors, from the left, are Raspberry, Daffodil, Harvest Moon and Carnation.

Fused glass photo arch - holds 4x6 photo either direction, and 5x7 photos upright.

These fused glass photo arches by Heidi VanderWerff are hands down the most popular gift item at MaJe Gallery, all year-round. Here's why. 1. Elegant. 2. Functional. 3. Affordable. 4. Unusual. 5. Made in Washington. Do you need any other reason than that? Available in 6 colors, and still just $14.99. Shown are ivory (with photo) blue and red. Green, Amber and Amethyst also available.

Blown glass wine bottle stoppers

And our current selection as of today...

Wine stoppers as seen in display at MaJe Gallery

We seriously enjoy wine here in the Northwest, which makes these attractive blown glass wine bottle stoppers a functional gift that will get lots of use. At $22, that's an excellent price for blown glass of any kind. Call to confirm which colors are still available.

6 pairs faux fur fingerless gloves in luxuriously soft fabric - reversible!

Currently Sold Out. Top quality faux fur is used to make these luxurious - yet affordable - fingerless gloves. Made in Seattle by Leigh Young, they are just $29. Both soft and warm, these gloves are popular among all age groups. Plus, they're reversible! One side has a bit of a pattern, while the other is a solid black, chocolate or cream.

In the image, going left to right, top row colors are Black Chinchilla, Black rosebud, and Black Tiger. All three have solid black inside. Bottom row left to right is Brown Chinchilla, Brown Rosebud, and Praline. All have solid chocolate inside.

Give us a buzz to confirm what colors are left, and we'll get them off in the mail right away!

Enjoy shopping at MaJe Gallery from the comfort of your warm home!

Jeff and Manya
Your Beauty Ambassadors

Artisan jewelry comes in such variety of style and price, that you are sure to find the perfect piece for the jewelry lovers on your list this holiday season.

Earrings are popular because, well, a girl can never have too many earrings. And secondly, you don't have to worry about the right size, like you do with a ring. Here are some great choices:

Small sterling circles, dichroic glass beauties, and black and gold teardrops

On the left, for $22, we have simple hammered sterling circles by Seattle jeweler Emily Hickman. In the middle are the magical dichroic glass earrings of Everett's Gale Franko. Many choices available, and only $29 each. On the right are the popular black and gold earrings by Manya Vee for $38.

Perhaps the taste of your gift recipient runs a bit on the flamboyant side. We'll we've got you covered as well, with some unusual pieces by Minnesota's Teresa Goodall. Goodall incorporates vintage resin beads on ribbon and cord for a delightful effect.

Here's Manya Vee modeling a multi-strand ribbon necklace by Teresa Goodall, with matching earrings

Of course, that's for the woman who likes to wear larger jewelry and have a little fun with it. A slightly more subdued version of that might be this next option.

Here's Manya Vee modeling the vintage tin charm necklace and ladybug pendant by Emily Hickman

This is two separate necklaces that look great together. Both are made by Seattle's Emily Hickman from her Tin Moon Jewelryworks line. The most beautiful part of vintage tins are cut out and turned into fabulous jewelry. Each charm on the necklace is reversible! This looks great on any solid color you can imagine.

Turning another page, perhaps your gift recipient is elegant and refined. What to do then? In that case, we choose from our extensive collection of hand-faceted gems by Bill Booze, or the timeless line of New York's Ed Levin.

Shadowbox Pendant and Morocco Earrings by New York's Ed Levin

The pendant and earrings shown above are by New York's Ed Levin Jewelry. This company has been making jewelry for over 60 years now, creating timeless heirloom jewelry for the 21st century.

London Blue Topaz pendant and earring set by Bill Booze

Bill Booze has been honing his faceting skills for over 30 years. It is evident in the amazing sparkle he gets out of colored gemstones. The London Blue Topaz has been among his best selling stones for us. An excellent metalsmith as well, Bill typically sets his stones in simple sterling settings to best show off the gemstone.

So there you have it! Simple, colorful, elegant, funky - there's something for everyone in our extensive collection of artisan jewelry. Stop by to see even more great examples!

Jeff and Manya
Your Beauty Ambassadors

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