I know it’s mid-week, but I am already looking forward to the weekend. I can’t wait to go to the Union Square Farmer’s market and buy some flowers and apples. It’s not the best season right now, but there is … Continue reading
Tag Archives: handmade
Spotlight : Blogger Oona Balloona & Peneloping
As you all know, all our jewelry is handmade here in NYC. Since we started blogging and redid the retail site, I have been looking at a lot of other blogs and trying to connect with fellow artisans, crafters, and … Continue reading
Handmadeology
Handmadeology is a great site and resource for fellow craftsmen and artisans out there. I started making and selling jewelry way before blogs, online stores, Etsy, and the fun things the internet has made so important for small businesses. So, … Continue reading
New Evil Eye Designs!
New eye necklaces! We are trying to play around with our very popular eye jewelry line. I’ve made a two new prototype necklaces: they come on triple chains, and have fun and modern pendants. The eyes now have … Continue reading
Favorite Looks at the Oscars
I love the Oscars, not just because I go to the movies often, but because I get to see everyone’s choice of elegant dresses and jewels. This year there was a lot of big diamonds and nude dresses, as well … Continue reading
The Digital Age
Today was both sad and happy since we are closing one door and opening another. Today we closed our Cortlandt St. store, which has been open for 10 years! We had a lot of very loyal customers who would come … Continue reading
Happy Valentine’s Day
Today is Valentine’s day and Michael, my husband’s, birthday. Since restaurants are so crowded on Valentine’s day we will probably have a romantic night in. All our kids are going to be busy with their own significant others, so family … Continue reading
Gifts with Love
Nothing says I Love You like handmade jewelry. Check out the hearts collection on our site. I think it is romantic to give someone (or yourself!) a unique gift that was made with care and human hands, instead of something … Continue reading
February 14th
Valentine’s Day is coming up. I’m not particularly sentimental or one to get excited for holiday; but Valentine’s day has always been special to me since I have to reasons to celebrate! February 14th is also Michael’s birthday. For those … Continue reading
American Made Craft Show
My husband, superstar of the craft show circuit! The American Made Show is moving to Washington DC Handmade in America! Here’s a couple shots of our Michal Golan display set-up! Enjoy! -Michal
Emerald
Green is finally in! I love seeing all this emerald in magazines and hitting the runways. Did anyone else think Olivia Wilde looked absolutely stunning at the Golden Globes? The color of her dress was so perfect , and … Continue reading
Feature : Harper’s Bazaar China
I don’t know how it happened, but our pendant from the Metallika collection made it into Harper’s Bazaar China. The piece was featured in the “Best Fashion Looks for 2014” spread! Aside from feeling flattered for being featured in such … Continue reading