Mother's Day Event

I am so excited to announce that I will be participating in a Mother's Day Event at Anthropologie's King of Prussia store tomorrow, May 13th!  I'll be custom making my intial birthstone necklaces on the spot!  If you are local or in the area, stop by and shop for your mama (or yourself!).

wooden hearts

At my job (at Anthropologie's home office) we have an art gallery space that rotates an artist's series every month.  This month is a series by artist Todd Quarles who also happens to be a fellow employee at Urban Outfitters.  I am so in love with these wooden hearts (no pun intended)!  Sadly all the ones I would love to buy (seen above) have already sold.  Some of my most treasured posessions are wooden vases my grandfather made.  The way the artist embraces the unique qualities of wood reminds me of my grandfather's work.  These pieces transport me to a moment in time, creating a deep emotional reaction in me.  I think that is one of the greatest accomplishments an artist can achieve. 

the one that got away

Working for a retail company, I am constantly around product I am tempted to buy.  I try to stay strong and convince myself not to buy these things which sometimes I seriously regret (could this be non-buyer's remorse???).  I have a constant list of the "ones that got away"... great product I convinced myself I didn't need for which I lament over not having for years!  This has been at the top of my list, the Casch sweater by Gro Abrahamsson from Anthropologie a few years ago.  I convinced myself it was far too expensive, which was/ is a very solid reason, but over the years, I have realized the cost per wear would have justified the expense.  Sigh... even now when I find it on ebay, pre-worn, it usually sells for the same retail price as it did 4 years ago... it's just that good!

exciting new project revealed!

I am very excited to reveal the exciting project I have been working on the last few months.  Villette Jewelry is now available on Anthropologie's website!  I am so proud of this product and hope Anthropologie customers love these handmade pieces! (Moon Rise Necklace featured above.)

Northern Sky Ring

Night & Day Ring

awesome new Anthro jewelry

A few Anthropologie pieces I have been coveting lately. (Jeweled Halo Earrings, Stranded Beam Necklace, Astrological Maps Bracelet, and Frozen Abydos Posts.) Even better... they are all under $58!

Villette Jewelry now at Anthropologie!

I am excited to announce that Villette Jewelry will now be sold at select Anthropologie stores! Above will be two of the styles offered (coming in November)... two of my favorite styles with a little twist, my Alchemy necklace with a bezel set solar quartz and my Enraptured earrings with gold wire and oxidized silver earwires. Other styles include my traditional Alchemy necklace and one of a kind Watchcase lockets. I couldn't be happier with how all the product turned out and I am so excited about this new partnership with Anthropologie.

nashville

I was in Nashville all last week opening up our second Anthropologie Accessories store. It was such a great opening and such a great city to tour around. By far my favorite place I visited was Hatch Show Print. They had such an amazing array of prints and the staff was so friendly. And, of course, after a hard week's worth of work, I had to treat myself to something, especially after looking at jewelry all week at Anthropologie. This necklace is so simple yet so amazing. I think this piece is going to layer wonderfully with some of my other delicate gold necklaces.

looking to spring

Sorry for the lack of posts recently! Our Anthro team has been feverishly testing out our new spring display ideas and the long hours have been keeping me away from my computer. I love fall, it's my favorite season, but there is something so refreshing and exciting about spring after the long cold months.

Anthropologie shoes & accessories

I'm back from opening Anthropologie's first accessories store in Chevy Chase, MD and it was unbelievable! We transformed the space into a wonderland of detailed display and the product is simply amazing. Here are a few sneak peeks...A candy store of delicious accessories!

Estate rings from Doyle & Doyle, a new product addition for Anthropologie... and such an exciting addition!

Wall decor and bags by Leslie Oschmann.

accessories store

For the next week, I will be helping out at the opening of Anthropologie's very first accessories store in Chevy Chase, MD. Of course I am excited beyond belief! If you are in the area and can stop by, the store will be officially open this Friday the 29th! Necklaces, boots, scarves... oh my! (photo above: vintage tea cup bracelets from Anthropologie)