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Christmas Comes Early

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Christmas Selections

Shop Early For Christmas ~ Christmas Selections by Sparkle Thots

So much to do, so little time! Its less than 15 weeks down to Christmas. Minus off the shipping times (which can get real crazy in the lead up) and you have even less time to shop for everyone on your ‘nice’ list. So why not start your Christmas shopping early this year? Shop from our selections by 31st October and you enjoy a lower price on your items. Purchase 5 or more items and you get a further price break.

Surely that is incentive enough for you to start your engines?

I’m still updating the section but it is filling up nicely. Brides, (especially fall brides!) you can also make use of the bulk quantity price break to get something special for your bridal party. Customise the necklaces with their respective birthstones or in your wedding colours. Contact me for details!

** On a down note : Baby K is sick right now. :( Orders might be delayed by 1-2 working days depending on how fast she recovers.

Behind the Scenes :: Packaging

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

Lots to do! Lots of ribbons to tie. :)

Bulk orders tend to get a different treatment around here… Been exploring alternative ways of packaging the jewellery. Especially when there are more than 5 items in the order. A little kraft-ing goes a long way. And MT tape too. :D Love that stuff. Bring out the rubber stamps and inkpads, tie the organza ribbons, and hopefully, it’d translate into a package that brings a smile right from the unwrapping.

First start with a shout of joy at receiving a custom bridal order (I love these the best!). Start with making the jewellery. Finish with them.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

File the sharp ends down and make sure the sizes are correct, and as requested. Pack them in their individual cotton filled boxes. Tie with a bit of organza ribbons. In true-blue purple Sparkle Thots’ colours of course.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

Stand by the MT tapes! I love the wide range now available and how easy they are to use. They add a whole lot of colour to a dull project and can either be cut or teared by hand, depending on what ‘look’ you are going for.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

Pack boxes into glassine bags, fold over and seal with MT tape. Again, follow through with Sparkle Thots’ purplish tinges. Note the ring sizes on the top to ensure no mix ups. Meantime, prepare a paperbag large enough to hold said order.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

Lightly ink desired stamp and press down firmly onto brown paperbag. Smile at the girlishly feminine feel that the paperbag now has. Carefully pack the order into the bag. Ensure enough room is left for folding the top.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Packaging

Fold over at the top and secure with a bit more MT tape…

stuff into pre-addressed envelope, add a lil note and we’re done!

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Oh, repeat with other bulk orders of say… earstuds?

** Above series of photos are just an indication of why sometimes it takes so long to pack your orders. :P I vary the packaging from order to order so please don’t fret if your order did not come just so. All Sparkle Thots purchases are made with love. Really.

burnt week

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eclipse

Seriously, and quite literally, burnt. Baby girl has been running a temperature since Monday and we are all pooped from dealing with the mandatory crankiness not to mention, soiled diapers. The in-laws have been a great help in taking older brother J off our hands in the day so that we are still, erhmm, sane. Somewhat at least.

Apparently babyK being under a year old, isn’t supposed to be on brufen and so we have only two ‘weapons’ against the high fevers. Sponging and paracetemol. 5 days of 4 hourly doses has turned her into a (relatively) easy to feed trooper. Compared to Monday that is. Now to sit and wait out the death of the virus. Can’t happen any sooner.

So, that explains the radio silence. But… I did manage to pick up the petite shoe earrings. I’ve emailed all on the pre-order list already. Remember to check your mailboxes. And well, I couldn’t resist grabbing more cutesy stuff. Herd mentality perhaps but don’t you think these cows are so darn cute?!

Let me know if you are interested. Limited stocks available. Email sparkleATsparklethotsDOTcom to order. Retails at S$9.50 excluding shipping. Each cow measures approximately 10MM across; comes with errr… black, brown and blue spots. :D

And still twirling wires around to try a new petite bangle (seen above). Classy and timeless. Pearl set in goldfilled wires. More details soon.

** Cow earstuds come with plastic stopper backs for a secure fit.

vanda miss joaquim

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Vanda (Earrings)

The colours and elements that make up this pair reminds me of Singapore’s national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim. Goldplated floral charms with czech glass accents make for a lightweight piece that is high on style. Measures in at approximately 40MM, she’d be in stores shortly.

But meantime to keep the midday blues away, here is a heads up that there’s a PIF listing in our Etsy store. Fastest fingers first!

June’s Specials

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: (Earrings)

Managed to sneak in some time to list a couple of new items on Sparkle Thots. June’s Specials are still on sale at our Etsy store. And hopefully, more updates tomorrow. I just need a clone or two to help with the photographing when I’m done.

** I am not quite sure if I have touched on this before but every month, a special selection of items go up for sale at our Etsy store. And occasionally, a PIF item. Our official store has a different set of specials! So stay tuned and in the know. :) And for all ‘shopowners’, something special is coming up tomorrow. Boy, am I excited!

a crafty afternoon

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: (Necklace)

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: (Necklace)

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: (Earrings)

The air is thick with talk about the World Cup but we aren’t quite affected. Instead, I finally managed to get down to crafting. It was nice having my stash of beads all strewn over the floor as I twirled wires and matched parts. Jayden was out for an afternoon jaunt with the gramps and baby K was safe in her cot. Bliss.

Unfortunately it doesn’t come by very often. But still, to be thankful for the snatches of silence. I’d load these up when I can. Or drop me an email at sparklethotsATgmailDOTcom to hasten things along. Preorders for the whimsical earstuds have closed and I have contacted the supplier. I’m waiting for a reply right this moment. And hmm, you just might see some new (readymade) items on the blog soon. Like the previous rounds, they were too cute to ignore.

No wonder they say I’m an impulse shopper.

Pictured above ::

* Long lariat necklace with vintage acrylic drops. A bit of glamour without the pricetag

* An elegant piece with honey quartz. Great for an afternoon out, sipping Lady Earl from a dainty English teacup.

* Peaceful messenger doves bearing an image of purity. Wonderful for just about any occasion.

in search of freedom

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Freedom, Silver Edition (Necklace)

Many things on my mind. Maybe too much. I keep making silly mistakes! If only I could just take off… Heh.

We took the day off yesterday to bring the children to the zoo. We aren’t quite ready for a travel holiday. Came back all zonked. Didn’t help matters that the server was still acting up. Which means … emails bounced! *agony*

If you were emailing with regards to pre0rdering the earstuds, drop me a mail at sparklethotsATgmailDOTcom. All mails that came through have been responded to. If erhmm, you did not get a reply from us, please send me another at the above gmail address. Thanks. Due to the technical issues, the preorder will be extended till tomorrow, 11 June 3pm.

And … I just about had enough time to list the silver version of our popular Freedom necklace. Now available in our Etsy store.

one size fits all

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shoes

We had a really fun packed weekend with a visit to Singapore Arts Museum. Lots of things to see and do, and best of all, keep the kids occupied. Lots of walking about too. But I guess, the best news is that before all that, new loot arrived. Again, these are not handmade but I figured they were too cute to pass up. Visiting the suppliers can do loads to increasing my stockpile. Not necessarily a good idea.

Silver plated shoes with a pink ribbon accent and diamante at the front. Really petite shoes at 15 x 6MM to adorn your ears. These are earstuds like the Matryoshka dolls (those are sold out by the way and there’s a backorder list if you are interested). Comes with butterfly clutch clips to prevent them from going on a walkabout.

Limited quantities available. Email sparkleATsparklethotsDOTcom to order. Retails at S$19.50 excluding shipping.

from russia, with love

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Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Little Russian Dolls (Earrings)

I love love LOVE these quaint russian dolls. I’ve seen them as wooden dolls, plush toys, printed on fabric and turned into pouches and have had a huge crush on them for the longest time. So when I spotted these at the supplier’s, I had to grab them. These are petite, measuring in at 10MM and fit nicely on your earloobs.

Red Matryoshka dolls are glided with gold. Gold plated findings. (earstuds). Comes with plastic stoppers to keep them securely in place.

Limited quantities available. Email sparkleATsparklethotsDOTcom to order. Retails at S$16.50.

what’s new

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mothersday2010

When your children are far too young to understand Mother’s Day, you’d settle for ‘time out’ with your bead stash. I really love this piece. Sweet, dainty and feminine, a liberal dose of romanticism, in my mind, the epitome of what Sparkle Thots is all about.

Sparkle Thots Jewellery :: Tie The Knot (Necklace)

This piece too. A dainty yet oh so elegant chain with our handwrapped ribbon bow. Already a staple in my jewelry collection. And apparently, a fast favourite with some of you.

Hop on over to the store for more new additions. Each  piece is lovingly handmade.