Fashion Wrap Up Sneak Peek of August 2010 Issue

The August issue of Fashion Wrap Up (due August 7?) features the amazing summer line of TAVIK Swimwear. Christy Cripe Pastore, editor of Fashion Wrap Up, chose MadrinDesigns to style the jewelry looks with each swimsuit.

The models included Taylor Holden, Amanda Katherine, Tanah Marie Combs, Jennifer Scherer, and Amy Beers. Photos were taken by Michael Trace. Makeup was provided by Leslie Bardonner. Hair styling was provided by Allure Salon.

The whole team was a pleasure to work with! We can't wait to see the spread in August's issue!!

My New Zazzle Store!

create & buy custom products at Zazzle

Several New Items in Both Shops!

Visit my Etsy Shop, MadrinDesigns, for a look at some new jewelry for fall!

And don't miss out on some brand-new photographs at MadrinPhotography!
All of my photography on display @ Greenfield Banking Co. will come down on Friday, August 28, so if you've had your eye on something, get it while you can. I'm making some deals on pieces bought while at the bank!

Find Me This Spring At....

**Congregation Shaarey Tefilla Spring Craft Boutique
April 19th from 10 until 3 PM
Congregation Shaarey Tefilla
3085 West 116th St . Carmel, IN 46032
http://cstapril09.webs.com

***Riley Wrangler's Arts and Crafts Fair
May 2 from 9 until 5 PM
Hancock County Fairgrounds in Greenfield, IN 46140

****Zionsville Country Market
May 16 from 10am until 5pm
Zionsville, IN 46077
More than 150 of the finest exhibitors in a half-mile of booths under white tents on the famous brick street.

More to come...

Selling These Fast!!

Had a wonderful show on Saturday!! Sold dozens of these! Custom Photo Pendants coming soon!!

Fox59 Morning News

I had the wonderful opportunity on Thursday to appear with some fellow Etsyians on Fox59. We displayed our Autumn items for sale and were interviewed by Angela Ganote. I was extremely nervous but I think my photography showed up well on camera. A special thanks to Vicki from Wild Art Designs and Amber from Blue Scarab.

Family Portrait Sessions

Book NOW!! Above are a few examples of my work. Get your photographs in time for Holiday Cards!

• $30 Sitting Fee

• 24/7, 365 access to your photos through Zenfolio.com
  

• Print on your own or let me design and create an album, photo card, greeting cards, wall canvas, etc.

Most Succesful Show Yet

Pendleton was my best show yet!! We had PERFECT weather! The crowds were nice and we almost sold out of earrings. I'm really receiving some lovely feedback from customers. I sold almost a dozen photographs, which pleases me to no end. Everything went great and I can't wait to get out to our next show in downtown Indianapolis. Check out Fountain Square Art Fair!

I've started making some new pieces of jewelry that are different from what I've traditionally done. I'm doing more wire work and offering some simple pendants on chains. I've also done some chain necklaces and bracelets in the theme of charm bracelets, with beads attached with wire and hang off the piece. The ones that I had displayed at my last show sold immediately.

I haven't been able to get out much with my camera lately, but I'm looking forward to the change in seasons. New opportunities to photograph and capture my favorite season!

Speaking of photography, I've added a line of note cards to my Etsy shop, MadrinPhotography.

Butterfly Treasury!!

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=55302

This one is great! I love butterflies!

Featured!!

I'm featured on 2 blogs this week from fellow Etsyians! Take a look!

http://coolcraftymom.blogspot.com/

http://craftgirlalli.blogspot.com/2008/07/etsymom-feature-laktjohnson.html

Thank you so much to craftgirlalli and littlethingsdesign for their wonderful blogs and selfless promotion of others! Check out their shops for some really adorable things!!!

Good Weekend!

Well, my first two art fairs/craft shows went very well this weekend! We sold lots of photographs and jewelry. We did better than I expected. My wonderful assistant, my mom, was with me both days. She is invaluable! She's definitely my promoter/salesperson! The rain held, but the wind did not!! We were blown around for 2 days, as was our booth and display items. Both days we ended up putting the photograph easels and jewelry displays back in the car. They fell over about every 15 minutes because of the strong gusts! If you've looked at MadrinDesigns lately, you'll notice how many different pieces are missing, which means I have to get to work. I got lots of really fabulous feedback and am looking forward to my next show!

New Interior Design Team Treasury featuring MadrinPhotography!!

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=14186

My photograph, Tiny Flowers, is featured on this new treasury! Check it out!

BUY 2 Get 1 FREE! Print SALE!!

MadrinPhotography is having its Grand Opening Sale!! Buy any 2 prints and receive a free print of equal or lesser value FREE!!!! Many new listings and more to come!!

Strawberries

Here's a treasury with one of my photographs:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=52001

NEW Treasury from FAM

Two of my photographs and one necklace are featured in the beautiful treasury of Valeriesgallery! Check it out! http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=51855
I am so excited! This is my first piece of jewelry to be featured in a treasury. Last week was a good week for MadrinPhotography though. I was in 8 different treasuries!! I'm still in shock!

Can't Keep Up :)

I'm in another treasury! This one is beautiful!

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=51519

Just found another!

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=51608

Wow!! Thanks everyone!!

PROUD NEW MEMBER and Something FREE...

I have recently become a member of 2 fabulous Etsy teams: Photographers of Etsy and Fabulous Artistic Moms. They have been so welcoming. I'm looking forward to getting to know the members of each of these teams!

Also, I've been reading the comments left for the contest at http://babylyonstreasuries.blogspot.com . The overwhelming majority have said that both the Mermaid Necklace and the Aloha Necklace are their favorites. To the person(s) who buys one of these necklaces, I will include a free bracelet! Yes, I will include a FREE custom made bracelet to the person who buys either the Mermaid or Aloha necklaces. Mention this blog post in a convo to me and your bracelet will be shipped out with your order. Thank you!

MadrinPhotography featured in First Treasury!!

Well, it finally happened. One of my photographs has been featured in a Treasury on Etsy.

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=12884

Thanks to VintageEmbellishment for choosing my piece. Now, I just have to wait for that first sale! Patience is definitely a virtue!

SALE SALE SALE

SALE in my shop on Etsy: http://laktjohnson.etsy.com !!! Prices reduced by up to $13!!! Check it out and mention this coupon code (MYBLOG) in your checkout for an extra 15% off your purchase.

Also use the coupon code in my photography shop: http://madrinphotography.etsy.com !!

ENJOY!!

Busy, Busy!!

I could spend my entire day, every day, working on my Etsy shops, this blog, and all of the promotion that goes with it. I could also spend every day making jewelry and taking photos. Too much I want to do and too little time!

June is the month for 15% off in both of my stores, MadrinDesigns and MadrinPhotography. Just mention this blog in a convo to me!

I'm gearing up for my first two shows, the Pennsy Trail Art Fair and Bluegrass Festival and Wanamaker Old Settlers' Days. Come see me at both on June 28th and June 29th.

This past weekend, I went crazy taking pictures and making jewelry. I made a whole tray full of jewelry. I've been very into pearls lately. I'll be listing those pieces later this week. The pictures I have already started to post to MadrinPhotography.

Off to take care of my other responsibilities, my children! Maddox wants a popsicle! Stay cool!