daa glass news

monday, monday

2009-06-22T06:26:00.000-07:00

Another rainy weekend for the north east and another muddy show for daa glass. Thanks to all the shoppers who came out to support the artists and artisans in Montclair, NJ this weekend. daa glass actually had a great show despite the weather.

Friday night I tried to prepare for the show by getting a pair of Hunter rain boots. Although they are a little pricey for what they are, I rationalized buying them with the fact that I keep ruining my shoes working outside in the rain. I have been wanting a pair of these for some time now, so I hit the mall, excited to splurge. What a let down when I heard they had nothing in my size. Bummer....so I figured I would order a pair online. But then I was thrown for a loop. I am almost embarrassed to say I borrowed a pair of Crocs. I have been avoiding these shoes for years now due to they way they look, but needed something for the mud. Well, I have to admit...they are great. So comfortable, easy, and carefree. Bring on the mud with these shoes on. Such relief. I will be ordering the ballet flat style this week.

Back to work now. The upcoming week will be full of long studio hours due to 2 large reorders. So again the website will be put off for a few days...but soon enough we will post it online.....it's almost there...almost!

recently

2009-06-18T08:04:00.000-07:00

Well lots of time has past since the last posting. There is so much to update and just so little time in the day.
Daa glass recently shipped to a few new stores.
One highlight is the Dorflinger Glass Museum located in White Mills, PA. This museum is dedicated to preserving the magnificent glass in White Mills from 1852-1921. With over 900 pieces, the Dorflinger Glass Museum is recognized as having the largest display of Dorflinger glass in the nation. The museum is located on the grounds of the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary has miles of walking trails to enjoy anyday of the year and in the summer months it hosts a wonderful music festival. (dates and details can be found on thier website) The entire town is historic so why not make a day trip of it. For details about White Mills and the glass museum visit their site by clicking here.
Gotta get back to the torch now but will be back tomorrow.

making the best of it

2009-05-27T06:43:00.000-07:00

I love rainy days for the soft and bright light they create. To my eye, there is not a more beautiful light. It seems in the month of May most weekends were rainy and I was outside working in them (see below post). One of these days I decided to make the best of it by using what nature provided and taking some photos of recent one of a kind pieces. I uploaded some of the photos I took this day, along with some others from a different day, to the daaglass facebook page. Please try to ignore the mediocre composition of the photos as most were taken on the fly. If you like the work become a fan and stay connected to daa glass :)

Throughout the year daa glass creates many one of a kinds for the retail shows and for exclusive galleries and boutiques. If you would like to have a custom one of a kind piece made for you please contact daa glass.

right in time

2009-05-24T16:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Memorial Day!!!!

And HELLO SUMMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is the custom necklace created for Compliments Gallery in Kennebunkport Maine and I LOVE it!!!! The amethyst was switched out for aquamarine and it is a serene mix. Although difficult to find and much more pricey than the amethyst, the aquamarine creates a more summery relaxed feel and I am diggin that vibe for this coming season.

Do you love this necklace too? Stop in and "compliment" ;) Clint who asked for the switch. Perhaps daa should hire him in the design department....or at least as a consultant.

Compliments Gallery

Dock Square

Kennebunkport, ME

another week already?

2009-05-22T05:23:00.000-07:00

Woah....sometimes time really flies by, as it just did this week. I swear I was just in the city yesterday, but nope...in reality that was Sunday. So obviously it was a crazy week at daa glass. Full of unexpected events and exciting opportunities.
On the "side" I am struggling to get the new site finished. Not that it is such hard work, as my html skills are average at best, but just so tedious and time consuming. It is crazy how one little number or letter mistake can throw off a whole page. Either way, the new site is on it's way....I swear I will have this done by the end of June and it will have lots of new work and new ways to shop daa. I can't wait to share it with the world.
Speaking of sharing my work......a new shippment is going out today. Many, many bambinos, including the new larger versions are heading up to per Simmons in Norwell, MA. Also included in the collection are coordinating earrings from the birthstone collection. There is a whole world of color inside each of these earrings. Stop in and check them out if you are nearby.

per Simmons
293 Washington St

on their way....

2009-05-15T09:07:00.000-07:00

Today is my favorite kind of day. After a week full of long studio hours I get to ship out a lot of work to some pretty fantastic places around the country....even sometimes around the world!!!

Three highlights today!

++One package is heading out to a catalogue company in Minnesota. This is a super exciting opportunity for daa glass. Can't wait to see the necklace in print!!!

++Also a cute shipment to a gallery in Dover, DE is on its way! This is full of charming bambinos and the adorable new hearts!! Pink, Red Purple, Blue....they've got one just for you. :) If you are in the Dover area stop in at 59 South Governors or you can shop online at http://www.beyonddimensionstoo.com/

++Last and certainly not least is the stunning collection being sent to Kennebunkport ME. This is the first shipment to Compliments Gallery in Maine and daa is proud to be part of their prestigious gallery. All of the jewelry is part of the Signature line and therefore all use the Precious Metal Fuming Technique. These pieces are spectacular. If you are in or are going to be vacationing in the Kennebunkport area, I highly recommend paying this gallery a visit. They have a well edited selection of art and artisan work. They are located on the corner of Dock Square and Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport and are open daily between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Or visit their site at http://www.complimentsgallery.com/

a happy mothers day

2009-05-10T14:35:00.000-07:00

This morning I woke up to the sounds of baby birds chirping outside my kitchen window. It was really quite sweet and felt just right on this mothers day. I took a moment to enjoy the sounds of nature and to stop and think about of all types of mothers who work so hard day to day to raise their babies right.
Then I "opened" the kitchen and prepared a big brunch, with much help from my brother in law, for my sister and mom. I love a table full of food surrounding by friends and family, just as it was today. It was a beautiful morning.

birthday party!

2009-05-07T06:24:00.000-07:00

My nephew is turning one at the end of the month and my sister and brother in law are throwing a little party in his honor! The first task assigned to me was to help find invites. Searching online, I came accross the tiny prints website and presto.....many adorable designs to choose from. They edited them down and found a perfect option and went with it.

I love this site with such fresh fun designs. I will order from here when I need stationery in the future. check it out for yourself. http://www.tinyprint.com/

back to blog

2009-05-04T07:09:00.000-07:00

I've truely neglected this blog for the past 2 years or so. Oh so sorry. I am now making it a point to show this lovely little blog a lot more love.

I am still recovering from a crazy weekend of double-y booked shows which was hard enough to work with. The killer of the weekend though was the weather. Cold and Rainy. It was one big cold mess, full of soggy displays and buckets of mud. My muddy uggs pretty much sum it all up. At the end of the day daa glass still did well - I am always amazed at the folks who come out to the shows dispite the pouring rain. The die hard art and craft shoppers. I truely have a special place in my heart for them.

My studio is now crammed with two half opened 10X10 tents so that they can dry out and lots of fabric and mannequins scattered in random places to air out also. It's not an easy place to manuver around in.

Even though this past weekend was a killer and the next few days are still pretty messy I truely love what I do and wouldn't trade it for anything else.

lions, TIGERLILLY's and bears....OH MY!

2007-03-20T08:05:00.000-07:00

Anne Marie and Karen, owners of the fantastic boutique, Tiger Lilly in Louisville KY, believe that "our ability to accessorize is what separates us from the animals." We at daa glass like this theory and try to help prove it everyday by creating truely unique accessories. We recently shipped some of our beauties to this lovely shop. Stop in shop like an animal!!!
Tiger Lilly
2110 Bardstown Road-Louisville

LA LA LA

2007-03-19T06:15:00.000-07:00

A beautiful large selection of daa glass was recently sent to a wonderful boutique in Roanoke VA. La De Da stocks "Fantastical Frocks for Women Young & Young at Heart" and is located in the historic Roanoke City Market in Roanoke Virginia. If you are in the Roanoke area, this place is a must shop!
La De Da
102 East Church Ave SE

Another Southern Location

2007-03-13T08:49:00.000-07:00

A great little order full of lots of Bambinos was recently sent to Rouge Clothing & Gifts. This fabulous shop is located in Georgetown Square at 1860 Barnett Shoals Rd Athens, GA 30605.
Stop in and say hi and check out the daa glass beauties! Or check out their website at http://www.rougeathens.com/
Enjoy!

Trade Ya...

2007-03-06T08:24:00.000-08:00

Hey all you Floridians.....
A beautiful large selection of jewelry was recently sent to Trader Rick's in your home state. They have 2 locations to check out and shop a little bit.
Sanibel Island Location....
Periwinkle Place
2075 Periwinkle Way #38

Fort Meyers Location....
Bell Tower Shops
13499 Cleveland Ave #217

Exciting and New

2007-03-05T12:41:00.000-08:00

We have been really busy this year -- so busy in fact that there seems to be no time to update the blog.
But we found some today.
A few trade shows have brought us some great new clients which we will be posting here with the next few days.
A whole new collection and entirely new look is the news for the day. Check out the new work at www.daaglass.com
Fresh and Fun for the Spring and Summer! We hope you love it as much as we do.

A Simple Solution

2006-12-05T09:15:00.000-08:00

Some people are so hard to buy for.....we feel your pain. You know she loves jewelry....but that is as far as you can get.
You try to imagine her wearing a specific color...but the entire spectrum seems to fill her closet. Does she love or hate pink this month? Big dramatic necklace or small charming pieces?
Some girls just love it or hate it on sight....and they are the hardest to buy for.
Well we have a simple solution for this one!!!
Daa glass gift certificates have arrived right in time for the holidays.
Pick one (or more) up here!!!! And enjoy gift giving again!

Happy Holidays!!!!

2006-12-01T09:33:00.000-08:00

daa glass is giving their hoilday gifts out early this year in the form of discounted and FREE SHIPPING!
All ground shippments through the end of the year will be only $5 and if you spend $175 you will get ground SHIPPING for FREE!!!!

lovely lady links! check it out.....

2006-11-28T06:48:00.000-08:00

The latest updates of links!!!!!
This list has got some pretty great ones!
Laura Su illustrator & creator of various things - I love her work and BEAUTIFUL sketchblog!! The image above is hers!!!
AP2 eclectic collection of handbags & accessories made from remnants of recycled kimonos, silk, satin, organza and chiffon.
Anne Mae Stylish, elegant & modern cocktail rings, gemstone bracelets, turquoise necklaces, black diamond earrings
Prismera Design jewelry that brings color and beauty to the world
Artful Sentiments block printed cards & gifts, handmade using traditional lino technique
Destination Unknown handmade journals for travel, featuring lots of fab designs, sizes, papers, & pockets
Kailo Chic brighten up your wardrobe w/ accessories from Kailo, handbags, clutches, wristlets, wallets, earrings, skirts
ZN Creative Arts Chigago-based studio featuring jewelry, bookmarks, & stationary beautiful enameling
Pink Loves Brown whimsical, simple stationary, bookplates, greeting cards, daa's picks.eiffel tower, dressmaker, & glasses

Rare Indeed!!

2006-11-27T08:23:00.000-08:00

Our latest shippment has gone out to the truely wonderful boutique - Rare Device! We are in love with this little gem of a store located in Park Slope, Brooklyn at 453 7th Avenue (between 15th and 16th Street). Rena has a spectacular eye for design and carries some of the best homeware and gift items out there. If you are looking for some extra special gifts to give this year stop in Rare Device and you are sure to knock a few people off your list!!! Don't miss their selection of daa glass either!!!!
Is Brooklyn too far for you to get to.....why not shop online....check out the site at http://www.raredevice.net/ and while you are there why not read the blog http://raredevice.blogspot.com/

oo la la....la la la la la la

2006-11-17T07:59:00.000-08:00

Another local boutique just picked us up!!!! oo la la in Nutley, NJ just received their first shippment of daa glass. It is a stunning collection of pieces off the line and a few one of a kind finds! If you are in the area this store is defiantely worth checking out! Not only for the large selection of daa glass, but for the other lovely gifts and wears they are carrying! Don't miss the adorable collection of childrens clothes! Tell them daa sent you!

oo la la boutique
...the sweet and sublime in fashion and accessories
146 Chestnut Street
Nutley, NJ 07110
973-667-3361

Shop in My Neck of the Woods

2006-11-08T07:46:00.000-08:00

Are you in the NY/NJ/CT area? Well so are we!!!!
daa glass shares a studio with Sew Pretty just outside NYC & we are having some fabulous upcoming events!!!
Dashing.... an open studio holiday shopping event
daa glass & Sew Pretty bring you an all new way to shop. Visit our working studio, relax with a glass of wine, groove to some festive tunes, munch on some tasty treats, meet other stylish folks, and shop our latest collections.
November 18th 2006
11am-6pm
RSVP is NOT necessary but the first 30 people to RSVP will receive a free goodie bag stuffed with little gifts just for you!
Can’t make it to the party but still want to shop....feel free to call and make an appointment anytime!
Limited transportation will also be provided upon request.
It can't get much easier than this!!!
Due to the nature of the studio & our concern for everyones safety,we kindly ask that children not attend. Please feel free to invite your adult friends. The more the merrier!
For full details email mail@daaglass.com

Shop in Your Neck of the Woods

2006-11-03T09:33:00.000-08:00

We have shipped lots of new glass to lots of wonderful new to us stores!
Some are bound to be in your neck of the woods. If not there is always online shopping at daa glass. Extra bonus -- we are offering FREE SHIPPING on all orders of 3 or more items! INCLUDING SALE ITEMS!!!! and we have just added lots of new sale pieces! Check them out!!!
CLICK HERE FOR SALE PAGES

Bellemeade Gallery @ Smithtown Frame 117 East Main St Smithtown, NY
Brandywine River Museum US Route 1 Chadds Ford, PA
Scarlett Alley 241 Race St Philladelphia, PA
Milwaukee Art Museum 700 North Art Museum Dr Milwaukee, WI
The Artful Hand 36 Copley Place Boston, MA

Applefest

2006-09-29T09:13:00.000-07:00

this is a wonderful event taking place in the quintessential autumn town of warwick ny. looking for a country getaway this sunday? make the trip to warwick ny. a fun filled event full of varying types of vendors and booths will be taking over downtown. if that isn't enough for you there are plenty of apple orchards to go picking at around town. they also offer other fun seasonal things like hay rides or corn mazes. for adults check out the winery and have a tasting. the hard cider is famous. anyway you do it....this sunday in warwick ny is like no other around. don't miss out!
we will have a booth at the applefest event located in the Bank of New York parking lot downtown. booth number 131.
10am-5pm ::rain or shine :: free!!!!!

Lending a Hand

2006-09-26T07:41:00.000-07:00

Another new store to carry daa glass is The Artful Hand located at 36 Copley Place in Boston, MA. They are stocking a wide variety of beauties, such as the newly popular Rosemary collection and the always stunning Sea Salt collection! Anyone in the Boston are, this store is a must see. It features a wide range of fantastic artisan work.

New Edition

2006-09-25T11:38:00.000-07:00

A new addition to our growing lists of retailers is New Editions Gallery located at 807 Euclid Ave, right in the heart of Lexington, KY. New Editions is a private gallery that specializes in promoting contemporary works of art. Stop in to view some wonderful art and then pick up something from the daa glass Nutmeg collection as they have many to choose from. Or if you are needing something a little more dressy, look for the Lucille collection. Of course there are plenty of other daa glass beauties for sale in the gallery.

Hoboken Event

2006-09-21T07:34:00.000-07:00

This weekend - Sunday Sept 24th - is the Hoboken Art & Music Festival. If you are in the NY/NJ area and looking for something to do this Sunday - come check it out.
Daa Glass will be there right next to the always fabulous Sew Pretty tent!!!! The two together will make your Autumn Accessories Shopping quick and easy! The whole new Fall/Winter daa glass line will be sold! It is stunning and right on trend!

Hoboken Art & Music Festival
Washington St b/t Newark &7th St
11am-6pm
Rain or Shine
Hoboken NJ