Chainmaille on the HAFshop!

Well Chainmaille By MBOI has spread its wings again and made our products available on the new Handmade Artists' Shop. The HAFshop as it is called is a new online marketplace that is dedicated to handmade. The management and support are second to none and have been excellent. Setting up a shop was very simple and easy. It only costs 5.00 a month which is less expensive than all the other online venues out there. Listing products is a snap which is really helpful considering time is always an issue.
Our new shop is here Chainmaille By MBOI on the HAFshop!
So if you are looking for the hottest new handmade venue on the net, stop by and tell a friend.

Supporting Handmade!

Check out this great feature on the Handmade Artists Forum and Shop!

clipped from www.beadinggem.com The Handmade Artists' Forum and Shop Most of us with significant others can safely say our partners are supportive to varying degrees. Rarer are the couples who fully share the jewelry making passion. Andrew and Kimberley Kitchen are such a pair.

Wonderful Blog Post About The Handmade Artists Forum & Shop

Just thought I would post this lovely blog written by Dream Bubbles! Her comments are very kind! Take a peak at her blog!

clipped from dreambubblesreverie.blogspot.com New Store Front - Handmade Artists' Shop A couple days ago I became a full member of the Handmade Artists' Forum which allowed me to set up as a vendor in the Handmade Artists' Shop. Now this may seem like a redundancy as I already have an etsy shop, however after some indepth research I've found several things that make HAF stand out. For starters they support ALL of US; whether you are a seller on Etsy, ArtFire, Zibbet, your own storefront, twitter, facebook or a blogger if you craft with your own talents on any level they support and love you for it. Secondly I don't know of any other format that has the experience and dedication behind it that HAF does, Andrew and Kimberly head up a team that provides round the clock support for all levels of their site. E.g. It's 4am and I just tried to create a new seller profile only to realize that I clicked the wrong link and created a buyer profile instead... emailed their admin page... fixed in MINUTES!

Wonderful Blog Post About The Handmade Artists Forum & Shop

Just thought I would post this lovely blog written by Dream Bubbles! Her comments are very kind! Take a peak at her blog!

clipped from dreambubblesreverie.blogspot.com New Store Front - Handmade Artists' Shop A couple days ago I became a full member of the Handmade Artists' Forum which allowed me to set up as a vendor in the Handmade Artists' Shop. Now this may seem like a redundancy as I already have an etsy shop, however after some indepth research I've found several things that make HAF stand out. For starters they support ALL of US; whether you are a seller on Etsy, ArtFire, Zibbet, your own storefront, twitter, facebook or a blogger if you craft with your own talents on any level they support and love you for it. Secondly I don't know of any other format that has the experience and dedication behind it that HAF does, Andrew and Kimberly head up a team that provides round the clock support for all levels of their site. E.g. It's 4am and I just tried to create a new seller profile only to realize that I clicked the wrong link and created a buyer profile instead... emailed their admin page... fixed in MINUTES!

Copper and chainmaille!

What could be better than earthy copper and chainmaille!

clipped from www.handmadeartistsshop.com Copper Cubed Byzantine Bracelet from: Chainmaille By MBOI Copper with a twist! This byzantine bracelet measures 7.5″ in length and is separated by 4 Japanese 8 & 2 cubes. The cubes are separated by 6mm Indian agates. The cubes and agate are strung on copper wire so that they can move freely on the piece for those of you who like to play with your jewelry. This piece is held secure with a handmade ?S? clasp.

Haffina Creations Rocks

Check out this cool article I found on Haffina a devoted member of the Handmade Artists Forum!

clipped from makinthebestofitcreations.blogspot.com Haffina-Supermom, Artist, and All Around Amazing Woman The next time I am sitting here wondering how in the world I will get it all done; I'm going to think of Haffina! This wonder-woman mom to 5 (yes, you read it right-5!) is an Aussie artist with amazingly diverse talents! She is a beader, chainmailler, polymer clay artist as well as guildmaster for the ArtFire Chainmaille Guild, a member of the Polymer Clay Smooshers Guild, The ArtFire Cafemom Team, Australians on Fire Guild and the We Love ArtFire Guild and a columnist for the Craft Techniques Department of handmadenews.org and administrator of Alundra's Conundrum, and Moderator on the Handmade Artists Forum . Tired yet???

Kitzbitz Rocks

Check out one of our talented Lampworkers!

clipped from handmadeartistsforum.com Kitzbitz Art Glass – Talent Beyond Compare Glass working is an amazing art The idea of taking glass bits, pieces and rods and creating beautiful, usable pieces of art is a talent that I don’t possess and wouldn’t even know where to begin. Jolene of Kitzbitz Art Glass is one of these talented people! She is a UK based artist and supporting member of the HandmadeArtistsForum as well as the HAFteam. She not only creates beautiful glass beads but also puts together unique pieces of jewelry. In her Etsy shop you will find beads, jewelry and even glass for us craft addicted people that want to try glasswork out for ourselves. Jolene’s blog features her beautiful creations as wll as links to other places on the web that you can oooohhhh and aaaahhhh and drool over her talent.

Go HAFshop

Sell your stuff online on a real handmade only sales venue!
Check it out!

clipped from makinthebestofitcreations.blogspot.com Handmade Artists Shop! Finally! A place that really means it when we say all things handmade! The HandmadeArtistsShop is up and running and ready to showcase your creations to those that appreciate handmade. HAF allows amazing control for the artist to set up and market themselves in a way that is best for them. Multiple images and real time/flat rate shipping options for your shop as well as inventory and SEO control. You can have unlimited inventory for a flat rate of $5.00 per month with no sales commission or listing fees. HAF is not interested in taking over your shop, instead we want you to manage your own site. If you do have questions, and who doesn't, the Shop is connected to a very active HandmadeArtistsForum full of people willing to walk you through. Pop on in anytime and check us out! clipped from makinthebestofitcreations.blogspot.com

HAFteam Challenge Frozen Moments

Don't forget to vote and leave a comment for a chance to win this lovely bead!
Voting ends Feb. 6
Thanks

clipped from handmadeartistsforum.com HAF Etsy Team Challenge “Frozen Moments!” Our wonderful little team of creative artisans are at it again, not sure where you live but it is cold here and a perfect time for frozen moments! Choose your favorite HAF Etsy team members’ work! The whole premise of the challenge is Fronzen Moments, so if one of these beautiful creations catch your interest then vote!. The winning HAF Etsy Team member will receive two weeks of free advertising on the Handmade Artists’ Forum and the HAF Blog. Leave a comment saying that you voted and you will be automatically entered to win this beautiful handmade bead by Rachel Elliott Glassworks We will put the names of all those who comment in a basket once the voting is completed and pull a name, we will then email the winner for shipping instructions. Good luck and remember you can only vote once so make a good choice!

Handmade Artists' Shop Rocks!

The new Handmade Artists' Shop is a place where our Creative Handmade Artisans from the Handmade Artists' Forum can sell their wonderfully handcrafted creations. I Love it check it out!

clipped from handmadeartistsforum.com Handmade Artists’ Shop is Here! Posted by Chainmaille By MBOI Well our wonderful forum now has it’s own sales site where our talented members can sell their creations! So take a peak and see how you like it. If you are interested in becoming a vendor make sure you read the Sell page for instructions on how to join. Hope you enjoy the new Shop and we at the Handmade Artists Forum wish you a safe and joyous New Year

Great write up on the HAF Forum

Check out the full feature

clipped from in-uffish-thought.blogspot.com The Handmade Artists' Forum I'd like to take a moment to introduce you to a cooperative collective of Handmade Artists that I recently joined. The Handmade Artists' Forum (or HAF) was founded in April 2009 by Andrew & Kimberly Kitchen in order to provide a venue for all manner of artists to unite and support each other. The idea is really rather simple....cooperative competition. Not everyone is in direct competition with each other because of the wide variety of arts represented. However, those who are have come to understand that we can band together to succeed.

This Wrap is Different!

I love how this one crawls around and nestles the glass like a hand.

clipped from makinthebestofit.com Sterling Silver White Sea Glass Pendant This stunning piece of white sea glass has been hand wrapped in sterling silver.  It measures 5 1/2 cm (2 1/4 in) from the top of the bale to the bottom of the glass and 3 cm (1 in) wide.  It comes ready to wear on an 18 inch sterling silver cable chain.

Painted Pumpkins

These are really cool glasses.

clipped from makinthebestofit.com Hand Painted Pumpkin and Sunflower Cafe Mug Set of 4 These heavy duty, hand painted mugs measure 5” tall with a 4” wide opening and hold 16oz when filled to the top. The glass is absolutely clear and has been hand painted with fat pumpkins and bright sunflowers that are perfect for your coffee or tea!  This is for a set of 4, but I will gladly take requests for lesser or greater numbers. All of my glassware has been hand painted with heat cured enamel for years of use.  It can be washed in the top rack of your dishwasher. This means you can actually use it! Have an idea for a pattern? Contact me know your vision and watch it come to life as a special order.

Beautiful hand painted apple mugs

Great for hot apple cider!

clipped from makinthebestofit.com Hand Painted Sweet Apple Mug Set This sweet set of 4 10oz mugs has been hand painted with both red and granny smith apples and slices that look good enough to eat!   Each glass will be slightly different so each will be a one of a kind original. My glassware is painted using heat cured enamel for durability. These glasses are top rack dishwasher safe. Custom orders are always loved-it is so much more fun to do something completely original! Just pick your glass and your design and have an original made just for you! Want to add to the drama? How about an entire table service in the same pattern? Salt and pepper shakers, cream and sugar set, gravy boat, cruet set, butter dish, and coffee mugs. All featuring any pattern you choose.

Steampunk and Chainmaille Collide!

My first steampunk piece and of course it has chainmaille.
See full Post.

clipped from chainmaillebymboi.com Full Persian Steampunk Necklace This necklace is my first attempt at Steampunk. It’s made using jewelers brass in a full persian weave. The necklace measures 22″ long as I felt the pendant should hang a little lower than normal because of the size. The pendant is the inards of a Elgin Natonal Pocket watch that has been wrapped with a 3/4 persian and some modification to hold the watch in place. The pendant is 2″ in diameter and whole piece is a weighty 5 ounces.  This piece is also reversible if you need a different look, the back of the pendant will give off a different feel dependant on where your wearing to. The clasp is a handmade hammered brass “S” clasp. As always we can re-size the necklace to your required lenght as needed. This is one of a kind piece and will not be reproduced.

I've been featured

Pretty cool write up from The Blue Cat

clipped from the-blue-cat.blogspot.com Featured Artisan- Chainmaille by MBOI The chainmaille jewelry created by the husband and wife team of Chainmaille by MBOI is truly spectacular! Their jewelry designs are incredibly intricate and detailed and yet look strong and sturdy at the same time. They work with all kinds of metals such as sterling silver and copper. The above photo is a sterling silver helm sheet bracelet which is a favorite of mine

Supporting Artists

Check out this article about supporting handmade

clipped from chainmaillebymboi.com Artists Unite to Support Handmade Well a new movement is among us where hadnmade artists have banned together in a unified effort to support each other. Over 170  artists have joined the Handmade Artists’ Forum with more joining everyday.  One member, is a fellow mailler or this a case a femailler, Jill from Liv’nGood Jewelry who has also joined in this effort to support eah other as a community of artists. Jill does some beautiful work so check her out at her blog or Etsy Shop. Many of you may be saying why is a chainmailler helping their competition, well I’ll tell you. I know that I’m not the only game in town selling chainmaille, their are many, but I might have something that she doesn’t sell and visa versa. So instead of competing against each other we are keeping our customers educated about what is available out there.

Art and Handmade speak the same language

I like this post about bring handmade artists together and unifying the industry

clipped from chainmaillebymboi.com Creativity crosses all language barriers I was browsing the web and came across the artist Marie-Michele of Mademoiselle M I’m guessing she’s French. All I know is the the jewelry crossed all language barriers, were beauty was just beauty. I think that as a handmade artist we should embrace each others work and support our fellow artisans. That’s one reason that we started the Handmade Artisan Forum and we are quickly finding out that artists around the world want to speak to each other and support each other. It’s been interesting to watch and read the conversations and see language barriers being crossed by the love of Handmade Creative Art. Stop by the forum and support Handmade.

New Forum For All Handcrafted Artists

Just another venue we started in an effort to support handcrafted artists. Stop by and have a look and start a discussion

clipped from chainmaillebymboi.com Chainmaille By MBOI Forum Well we bit the bullet and decided to host a forum that is dedicated to you. Basically anyone who has an artistic bone in your body, jeweler, chainmaillers, painters, crafts , handmade. I want my customers to be able to browse and comment on other peoples work. Promote yourself your blog your latest piece talk about the industry. Ask questions, there are so many talented artists out there that can have useful information for the novice. Learn a new trick or share a new trick your choice just have fun and communicate with others who have the same talents you do. This is brand new so there are many more board areas that need to be configured, just put a post in the suggestion section and we can add more areas as the board grows. Well I hope you enjoy the new forum, please keep it clean. Thanks, Andrew and Kimberly

Bronze Chainmaille Bracelet in a Roundmaille Weave

Bronze is such an ancient and rich metal and this bracelet just screams class

clipped from chainmaillebymboi.com Bronze Roundmaille Bracelet Bronze  is a metal that reminds me of ancient statues and gives me a warm feeling.