Carole Axium Designs

I am opening the shop back up with a sale!

2012-01-03T12:30:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to you and yours!

I wish you all the best and thank you for your support in 2011!

I will be opening my Etsy shop back up tonight with a little sale.
15% off everything, except for custom listings.
Use code NEWYEAR15 for 15% off your total purchase!

Purple Flash Labby on my New Background

New Necklaces in my shop!

2011-12-13T14:29:00.000-08:00

This fabulous Laguna Agate

Buttery Dendritic Agate

Texas Plume Agate

I think the Laguna Agate looks like The Scream by

Edvard Munch...do you?

Here are the winners!!

2011-11-13T12:54:00.001-08:00

Here are the $25 winners!!

Quick photos.....i am a little under the weather, so sorry about the delay!!

Ryan picked Lindsey

Emma Picked Amy Shegan

Megan Picked an alternate, just in case I cannot reach either winners.

Thanks to all whom participated!!

Here is the dealio for the Giveaway:)

2011-10-26T07:31:00.000-07:00

As a thank you to all of
my supporters, past, present, and hopefully future,
I am doing my 2nd giveaway, ever. First on my own.
I am still 3 away from hitting 2000 admirers on Etsy, but If I do not do this
now...I am afraid the Holidays are going to take over.

Sooo, here we go...

1. Tell me what you favorite piece or style of jewelry you have seen me design. ( or you can be less specific and tell me wirework or metalwork or maybe a little of both )
(1 entry)

2. Follow my blog.
(1 entry)

3. 'Like' my Facebook Fan page
(1 entry)

Please leave a separate comment for each entry. Anyone can enter,(except for mean people) he he.

I'll accept entries up until midnight central on Wednesday November 9th. I will post the lucky winners within 48 hours, give or take depending on the kiddos crazy schedules:)

There will be at least two winners, each will receive a $25 gift certificate to spend in my shop.

Good Luck!

Carole

2 new Cuffs!

2011-10-23T11:40:00.000-07:00

I really enjoy making these cuffs!

They are strong and springy!

The little things make me happy!

Giveaway time!

2011-10-23T07:47:00.000-07:00

I have been selling on Etsy since 2007, and I am 8 people away from having 2000 admirers. When I achieve this, I will be giving away 2, $25 gift certificates to be used in my Etsy shop. I am working out all the details now. I believe I will be asking a question.....and you will be entered into the contest via your response

......sound good???

Yep, I think so too!
More info to come on Tuesday.

XO!

Carole

New Listing now in my Etsy shop!

2011-09-16T07:39:00.000-07:00

Spiderweb Agate Necklace

Chrysocolla Malachite and Silver Necklace

My shop has been really bare, and I hope to fill her up before the holiday shopping begins!

Thank you so much for visiting!

XO!

Carole

Two New Cuffs

2011-09-08T11:49:00.000-07:00

Wow, it has been quite a while since I have updated my blog. The kiddos started a new school. I finished up my Art Fair season, and hubby crushed his finger......he starts PT today.

We also have Two new Guinea Pigs to add to our zoo!

I have barely had time to play in the studio....but I did finish up these fun Cuffs! I will be listing them in the Etsy Shop tonight!

Black Crazy Lace and Hammered Silver Cuff

Borosilicate Bloom Cuff

Thanks for checking in!

XO!

Carole

Glenview Art Fair tomorrow:)

2011-07-29T14:07:00.000-07:00

Here is a taste of what I will be offering:)


This may be mine though;)

Hope to see you there!

XO~

Carole

Next Art Fair will be in Glenview

2011-06-28T08:45:00.000-07:00

I have had a couple inquires as to when my next Art Fair is, so here is the info:)

Glenview Art Fair

It was one of my most successful shows ever. I hope to see you there!

XO!

Carole

Parkridge Art Fair this weekend!

2011-06-13T11:21:00.000-07:00

This is a small Art Fair, that is one of my favorites....close to home, well run, and great artists!

Parkridge Art Fair

Three New Necklaces Tomorrow:)

2011-05-18T17:17:00.000-07:00

Finally, some new designs.

Labradorite Stormy Necklace

Teal Apatite Necklace

Laguna Agate Necklace

Rings will follow in a couple days.

XO!

Carole

I am still cold....

2011-05-16T08:41:00.000-07:00

This weekend was just too nasty to be outside....but, I was there anyway...with a smile on my face;)

I have to be honest, I did better than expected, but I have not warmed up at all. My hands and feet are frozen:(
Anyway....
Here is my newest listing...Spring inspired to warm you up!

Trellis of tiny buds

XO!

Carole

Here is where I will be the next couple weekends!

2011-04-24T09:23:00.000-07:00

Elmhurst Art Fair
April 30th and May 1st

Art in the Park Oak Park, IL

May 14th and May 15th

Three new designs!

2011-04-08T11:27:00.000-07:00

Here they are:)

Dinosaur Tracks

Labradorite Ring

Moss Agate Necklace

Thank you for checking in!

XO!

Carole

Shop Update Tomorrow

2011-04-07T15:11:00.000-07:00

I have been one busy momma today. I havent had much time lately to hit the bench, but today, I had a blast....woohoo.

I am happy with everything....so hopefully tomorrow, I will be listing one Labradorite Ring, One Dinosaur bone Necklace, and a Moss Agate Necklace.

This may be my last listings for a while as my first show is April 30- May1st. I have almost no earrings, and I usually have 2 large displays.... I am low on everything because of these crazy silver prices. You may be seeing much more copper, and maybe some enamel added to my shop this summer.

I should be listing around 12:00 pm Central.

By the way....is there anything you all would like to see in my shop? Leather perhaps? More earrings, yes I know....how about copper?

XO!

Carole

They grow up so fast!

2011-04-03T12:19:00.000-07:00

I cannot believe she is 2

Sweet as pie,

and spicy too

She makes me crazy

She makes me happy

She makes me smile

She fills my heart

My Emma

.....another Bloom Necklace:)

2011-03-28T14:56:00.000-07:00

And a pretty Laguna Agate Necklace

Bloom 3

2011-03-23T12:13:00.001-07:00

Sometimes you are surprised.....

2011-03-21T06:58:00.000-07:00

I love all of my creations, and I do not design anything i would not wear myself....that said, I am always surprised at what sells and is popular with customers/clients.
This necklace sold right away and I have 2 requests for more:)

These earrings are my best sellers at Art fairs

This is my best selling ring


What have been your surprises???? XO! Carole

No silver:(

2011-03-04T10:10:00.000-08:00

So, my silver order is lost in transit.....it was suppose to be here on Monday...so no new designs until it arrives...I swear I am starting to get a tic....withdrawals.....from..............silver sheet......must make new pretties......my shop is bare......Art Fair Season in one month.....

:)
Here is a picture of my Mess checking out my Earrings instead!

Also, I want to thank my favorite customers for stopping by last night, you know who you are. You are the absolute bestest!
XO!
Carole

Rings!

2011-02-26T10:59:00.000-08:00

This Agate Ring is a custom for a friend.

Fire Opal Ring

Borosilicate Lampwork Nebula Ring

Thank you for checking in!

XO,

Carole

Laguna Plume Agate Necklace

2011-02-22T11:47:00.000-08:00

Isn't she lovely?

I will be listing her in my shop soon!

XO!

Carole

Silver Dolphin Vial with Ocean colored Gemstones

2011-02-21T11:22:00.000-08:00

Here is my newest Vial. It seems my customers like these more and more.

A lone Hand-pierced Dolphin riding the waves at playtime:)

I will be listing her shortly in the shop.

Shop Update :)

2011-02-19T10:13:00.000-08:00

A little late, but I hope you all like these new designs.

Fantabulous Red Jasper Necklace

Prehnite Lily Pad Ring

African Green Opal Necklace

I will be listing them all shortly.

XO,

Carole

I am sick of being sick......

2011-02-17T10:47:00.000-08:00

yep, you read that right, sick again. YES AGAIN! This time it is not just me, but the entire crazy house, including my eldest Megan, who has the immune system of a.......well, she NEVER gets sick...oh and did I mention my husband is sick also?

So everything I had planned on this week, is now delayed, but I am working today....yep! On a few customs orders, one for my friend Deb, a couple from Etsy, and a new Green Opal Ring!

Saginite Laguna Agate Ring

2011-02-09T18:30:00.000-08:00

I was going to list her tonight, but have to wait until tomorrow...:)

Chrysocolla Malachite Ring

2011-02-09T11:54:00.000-08:00

I will be adding her shortly to my shop.

Apatite Necklace

2011-02-08T10:32:00.000-08:00

I will be listing her shortly.

What I sound like......

2011-02-06T21:02:00.000-08:00

I am following some friends of mine, and I think it is awesome to see and especially hear everyone. There are a lot of us that grew up all over the US and beyond, so our accents are not really true to our region. I, for example, was born here in Chicago, and lived here until I was 9.....I then moved to Chattanooga, Tn and did most of my "growing up" and "learning" there....especially how to pronounce certain words......just ask my friends how I say "insurance"....so here it goes:)

Aunt, Route, Wash, Oil, Theater, Iron, Salmon, Caramel, Fire, Water, Sure, Data, Ruin, Crayon, Toilet, New Orleans, Pecan, Both, Again, Probably, Spitting image, Alabama, Lawyer, Coupon, Mayonnaise, Syrup, Pajamas, Caught

What is it called when you throw toilet paper on a house?
What is the bug that when you touch it, it curls into a ball?
What is the bubbly carbonated drink called?
What do you call gym shoes?
What do you say to address a group of people?
What do you call the kind of spider that has an oval-shaped body and extremely long legs?
What do you call your grandparents?
What do you call the wheeled contraption in which you carry groceries at the supermarket?
What do you call it when rain falls while the sun is shining?
What is the thing you change the TV channel with?

I hit my 600th sale on Etsy today....

2011-02-06T17:29:00.000-08:00

I am so stoked, and giddy and feel like this is going to be a fabulous year. I know, 600 does not sound like a lot of sales since 2007, but have you all *seen* Etsy.......it is huge.....jewelry is the hardest medium everywhere....on Etsy, in Art fairs, and in Galleries. So, I decided to start a blog here on the big Blogger......I have one on Wordpress.....but it is so hard for me to design and keep up with. I think I may just drop that one. This is sooo much easier:)

Here it is, my 600th sale....

http://www.etsy.com/transaction/43278860