E-mail list

Just a quick update here to let you all know I'm starting an e-mail mailing list, where you can receive current news on Kelo Designs, but also exclusive coupons and offers that are not posted anywhere else. Leave me a comment with your e-mail, or e-mail me at karissa@kelodesigns.com to be added to the list!

Current featured piece:

Murano-style glass pendant on black velvet cord. $25. For sale on www.kelodesigns.com under "shop"

Parties

I'm finding that a lot of people that know about my jewelry don't know one major, major thing- I do home jewelry parties. Yes, I will come to your home, set up my jewelry, drink your wine, and let you and your friends shop my designs. This is, of course, only available in my local area (Albany-ish, NY), but is a great way to enjoy a day with your friends and do some shopping. The hostess of the party will receive 15% of the total sales as a credit towards free jewelry! The credit can also be used towards a custom order. Please e-mail me at karissa@kelodesigns.com or leave a comment here if you'd like more information.

Bloggity blog blog

Welcome to the new version of http://www.kelodesigns.com/, featuring this blog. I'm new to blogging, so bear with me. I'm not sure I'll be good at it, but I'll give it a shot.

I figured I should include a little background on here. Kelo Designs is a handmade jewelry business based out of Upstate N.Y., run by me, Karissa. I began Kelo Designs a few years back as a hobby, and have tried to turn it into my own little business venture. Most of my pieces are made with parts and findings that are vintage/salvaged/recycled/your grandma's garbage :) I use various metals, glass, acrylic, ceramic...you name it. My current favorite medium to work with is glass. I love the looks of pieces made with glass, that vary from classy to trendy to artsy.

Jewelry making is my therapy.

Personally, I'm 23, born and raised in Upstate N.Y. I'm getting married in September, which currently takes up 99.9999% of my time. I love interior design, my cats, cars, wine, and being with my friends, fiance, and family.

I hope this blog becomes (interesting?) successful. I'll work on that :)

Current featured piece:

Slab turquoise with glass and wood accents. Lobster closure. $30

-k