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Tuesday, August 03, 2010

This Weekend!

This weekend Zen Creations will be set up in the square for Greencastle First Friday's. The hours this Friday are a little earlier, from 4pm to 7pm. due to Old Home Week festivities. From what I hear thsi First Friday will have a lot of vendors out, so be sure to stop by and check it out before you head to the fireworks!

Also, Fairy Godmother Designs (who carries an exclusive line of our jewelry in their boutique in Chambersburg, PA) will also have some Zen Creations Jewelry in their booth at the Chambersburg Farmer's market on Saturday mornings for the rest of the summer.

I will be posted more fall and winter events very soon!!

Also, I know both online shops have gotten a little, um, well, empty lately. I promise I will be updating both shops with new pieces in the next few weeks.

Monday, June 21, 2010

Vacation!!

Both shops will be closed until July 5th for our family vacation. Hope you all are having a great summer!

Friday, June 04, 2010

Tonight!

June 4, 2010 • 4-7 pm

Music On the Square
4pm Mason Bailey - Acoustic / Folk / Rock
5pm Brennan Elliot - Acoustic Guitar
6pm Mudcracker - Acoustic / Folk Rock

Vendors on the Square on Main Street
Artist Diana Penrod, "Eye of the Collector" at JB Hotel with many fine pieces on display and for sale, From the Heart Gifts, John Bloom’s Rustic Birdhouses, Zen Creations Jewelry, The Dressing Room Unique Gifts, Jennie Caldwell Jewelry, Community Groups, Food Vendors and more!!

Free Family Activities
Free Face painting, Balloons, Bracelet Making and Whitetail Snow Cones

Fendrick Library
Spoken Word & Writers Circle


Zen Creations will be set up in the square by the Irwin House, next to JB Atheltic Boosters.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Mercersburg Farmer's Market!

Mercersburg Farmer's Market starts this Saturday! Summit Health Center parking lot, 2 Keefer drive, Mercersburg. 8:30am till noon. This year there are some old favorites returning and many new vendors:

Berry Brook Farm - asparagus, strawberries, lettuce, onions, garlic, etc.
BMB Farm - raw milk, cheese, beef, eggs, and more.

New this year, crusty bread from an artisan baker from Hagerstown.
Another vendor is bringing pastries.
Also new, produce from the Diller Farm in Path Valley. Offered will be radishes, spinach, watercress, and early season, grown- in- the- ground (in hoop houses) tomatoes and beets. The Dillers will also have goat milk soap and dandilion jelly.

Plants and flowers from Wildflowers and Wonders, quality jewelry from Zen Creations, BBQ chicken, birdhouses, and usually some last minute surprises!

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Spring! New Events

Well, spring is here and I was sooo ready for it!

A few days ago we discovered that we have 2 baby bunnies living in our backyard. They came out to play today and it gave me a chance to take a few pictures. So cute!


This is the perfect time to enjoy this nice weather and make a lot of new jewelry! I've been busy finsihing up new pieces and getting them ready to list this weekend. I'll try to get a few pics posted here before I start listing. Also, we've been working on finalizing our list of events for this spring/summer, which will be updated here very soon.

Sunday, March 07, 2010

Spring! New pieces!!!!

Well, another chemo treatment has come and gone. Luckily I have 6 months before I have to worry about another one. This past Saturday we vended at Green Grove Garden's Cabin Fever Craft show. Show was great, weather was even better! Thanks to Teri for getting me info on a few other craft shows. Hopefully I will be posting those dates soon!

Spent most of today taking pictures of the new pieces and getting ready to list them in the shops. Here is a sneak peek:



Saturday, February 20, 2010

Fairy Godmother Boutique & Event Planning

I am very pleased to annouce the Grand Opening of a new shop in Chambersburg, PA. Fairy Godmother Boutique & Event Planning!


This store will be carrying an exclusive line of Zen Creations jewelry - a mix of everyday pieces and bridal sets.

The grand opening event starts today, from 10 to 6pm, and Sunday, from 12 to 5pm. The store is located at: 2005 Lincoln Way East, Chambersurg, PA.

Stop by and check it out!

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Big 3 Day Sale!!!!

Zen Creations will be having a big 3 day SALE in both of our online shops. This Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

3 Day Sale
Feb. 5th, 6th & 7th
10% - 15% - 20% off all items
http://www.zencreations04.etsy.com
http://www.zencreationsjewelry.artfire.com


New items will be listed in both shops all this week. All listings will be changed to reflect the sale prices during the sale. No need to wait for an updated invoice!

Thursday, January 14, 2010

New year, new jewelry, new goals

2009 was a good year for Zen Creations Jewelry. A very good year. Our shows and home parties doubled, we became better known locally, and many more new pieces were created. It was also a stressful year, and trying to juggle a day job, home, family, craft shows, home parties, 2 online shops, etc. --- well, as any busy mom knows --- it's very difficult to keep things balanced.

I took a few weeks off around the holidays to take a break from jewelry and to determine my goals and focus for 2010. This year I'm going to try to keep things more balanced. Because of the increase in shows we did last year, both online shops were not updated with new pieces as often as I would have liked. This year I want to try to update them on a regular basis with new pieces and old favorites. I'm also going to experiment with different techniques and metals to add a larger variety to the jewelry that Zen Creations offers.

Here is a sneak peek at some new rings that will be added to both shops very soon!

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Holiday Sale!

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Use Coupon Code:
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Also, get FREE SHIPPING in my Etsy.com store!


PLEASE NOTE: Offers cannot be combined. 15% off coupon good only in my Artfire shop, Free Shipping only good in my Etsy shop.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Local Alpaca Farms Offer Unique Gifts

Local Alpaca Farms Offer Unique Gifts

If you look closely, Jean is wearing a Zen Creations necklace and there is another one displayed with the green top behind her. These two farms are currently carrying an exclusive line of Zen Creations jewelry.

Monday, November 02, 2009

Greencastle - First Fridays - November

Pete and Megan Lancaster to perform at Greencastle’s First Friday

First Friday in Greencastle on November 6 welcomes Blues musician Pete Lancaster and his daughter Megan. These Greencastle residents of three years will be performing at Fran Kenawell’s State Farm office on the square. Pete will be showcasing the various styles of Blues music, and Megan will be performing acoustically.

Peter, a Bowie, Maryland native, started his music career and lifelong love of the Blues in Cleveland, Ohio. He was a one-man band—singing, playing guitar and harmonica, and stomping on a tambourine-filled crate.

From Cleveland, Pete moved to Hagerstown where he immersed himself in the music scene. He participated in the last Hagerfest music festival and immediately began playing solo around the area. Soon, he and neighbor Carl Disque formed the duo 2 Blue. When Carl wanted to start a Blues fest in Hagerstown, Pete was on board. And so, the idea of the Western Maryland Blues Festival was formed.

To drum up interest in the festival, Carl and Pete began reaching out to the public and providing an education in the Blues. Carl would set up engagements with local organizations, and Pete would perform, explaining and playing different styles of the blues, such as Delta, Texas, Piedmont, Louisiana, and “train ride to Chicago” or electric Blues.Pete also put out the call to his fellow Blues musician and was able to line up several Blues greats for the first festival—first generation Blues artist Robert Lockwood, Jr. (stepchild of the legendary Robert Johnson who allegedly “sold his soul to the devil”), The Nighthawks, and Mr. Downchild.

Currently, Pete performs with his band, Stack O’ Blues. Members also include Arnie Helmick on bass, Alan Mason on guitar and keys, Bart Lay on drums, and Duane “D.C.” Carnes on guitar.

Megan Lancaster has been singing with her father since she was four years old and has been playing drums, bass, piano, and guitar since she was six. Megan is currently a student at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts where she is enrolled in the music department for voice.

Megan is influenced by those whose hearts are completely in music and lives life through music. Her passions are acoustic and worship music, and she is a member of the Christian band, The Ground Between You and I. The band plays instrumental compositions in the ambient and shoegaze styles.

Both Pete and Megan are looking forward to taking part in First Friday. Hope you can stop by on November 6 and support our local talent.


November First Friday in Greencastle

First Friday is delighted to present Blues musician Pete Lancaster and his daughter Megan. These Greencastle residents of three years will be performing at Fran Kenawell’s State Farm office on the square. Pete will be showcasing the various styles of Blues music, and Megan will be performing acoustically.

The Antrim House will be featuring the watercolors and pastels of talented artist Marti Yeager.
Gallery 7, located in the office of Charles L. Strausbaugh, C.P.A., will be showcasing the works of Greencastle Area Arts Council members.
Willowtree Gifts and Flower Boutique is exhibiting the paintings of Laurie Shindle who will be demonstrating her painting techniques.
Sweet Myrtle Fine Gifts and Interiors is showcasing the unique jewelry designs of Elisa Tlanda of Spanish Cage Jewelry.
The Jewelry Shop is hosting author Lee Scott, pen name Scott Layton, who will be on-hand to sign his new novel, Museum of the Mind. Lee will also be displaying a digital photo show and discussing techniques and possibilities for digitally enhancing photos.
Anna’s Paperworks presents Lori Facchina who creates unique images using a Polaroid photo transfer process.E.L.M Shoes is featuring the expressive prints and paintings of artist Anne Finucane.
E.L.M. Department Store is hosting Heather Nowell of Zen Creations who handcrafts beautiful sterling silver, gemstone, pearl, and crystal jewelry.
The Farmer's Wife Antiques and Collectibles, Gift and Specialty Shop is exhibiting the photography of Phil McDonald.
Photo Gem is hosting Kittieandalunchbox. This talented duo of Cole Shenebeck and Momo Lawyer gives funky flair to retro items.
One of Greencastle’s newest shops, Inner Beauty, will be hosting Carol Rinehart who creates seasonal cards from her original paintings.

In addition, Coffee House Poetry Night will be meeting at the Antrim House from 6:30 to 8 pm.

The First Friday committee also invites residents to demonstrate their artistic talent by participating in a community mural. The mural site will be located on the square by Tower Bank. Anyone attending First Friday in November is encouraged to paint a portion of the mural. The finished mural will be unveiled at Heritage Christmas.

Also, Bentley’s Bakery and Barbeque will be serving rib samples, baked goods, cider and coffee.
Come on down and help grow First Fridays in Greencastle into a must-attend event. Hope to see you there!
- from the FirstFriday press release; Nov. 2009

Monday, September 28, 2009

Greencastle First Friday—Oktoberfest! This Friday!

From the press release for First Friday:

Let First Friday in downtown Greencastle be the official kickoff to your autumn season! On October 2 from 5 to 8 pm, the downtown area will be bustling with activity.

Headlining First Friday is the modern alternat ive rock band, Dimestore Profit. Their high-energy performances showcase their original music as well as cover a wide variety of classic rock songs from the 1970s to present day.

Butterfly Gardens from McConnellsburg will be set up on the square selling pumpkins, mums, and other fall favorites.

Several local restaurants will have booths set up along Baltimore Street and in the square and will have tasty treats for sale. Pure & Simple Café will be featuring pumpkin and apple pie smoothies, cider, and coffee. Antrim House will be serving Oktoberfest-inspired appetizers and more. Rita’s Ice will have fall-flavored ices. Bentley’s Bakery and Barbeque will be featuring fall baked goods. Tracey’s Orchard will have fresh apples and other items on hand.

For beer lovers, free samples of the seasonal beers from Roy Pitz Brewing Company of Chambersburg will be on tap.

For the kids, the Greencastle-Antrim High School Art Club will be leading kid-friendly activities on the square.

Marnie and Mo's Antiques and Gifts is hosting Kittieandalunchbox. This talented duo of Cole Shenebeck and Momo Lawyer gives funky flair to retro items. Also, Cole will be bringing along her face paints to delight young patrons.

Kamie’s Gifts is showcasing painter and jewelry designer Susan Shaffer who cleverly incorporates her paintings in her jewelry designs.

One of Greencastle’s newest shops, Inner Beauty, will be hosting jewelry designer Elysia Koons.

E.L.M. Shoes is exhibiting the photography of Phil McDonald and is hosting Heather Nowell of Zen Creations who handcrafts beautiful sterling silver, gemstone, pearl, and crystal jewelry.

E.L.M. Department Store is showcasing the unique jewelry designs of Elisa Tlanda.

Willowtree Gifts and Flower Boutique is featuring the beautiful, hand-painted items of Tracy and Lindsey Sutton, including Christmas ornaments and slate pieces. They will be working on their latest creations and can personalize any ornament.

Sweet Myrtle Fine Gifts and Interiors welcomes Dave Miller of Mountainview Pottery who will be showcasing his unique pottery pieces.

The Jewelry Shop is hosting Barb Noel who will be demonstrating the art of tea bag folding. She incorporates the folded tea bags in handmade cards.

Anna’s Paperworks welcomes Laurie Long who creates beautiful paper cutting designs and unique wood spirit carvings.

First Friday welcomes Julie Green of Glamorous Misfits who creates custom hair falls, fantasy head pieces, jewelry, and accessories.

After a brief hiatus, Coffee House Poetry Night returns as a First Friday activity and will be meeting at the Antrim House from 6:30 to 8 pm.

The First Friday committee invites residents to demonstrate their artistic talent by participating in a community mural. The mural site will be located on the square by Tower Bank. Anyone attending First Friday in October and November is encouraged to paint a portion of the mural. The finished mural will be unveiled at Heritage Christmas.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Alpaca Farm Days 2009

Here is a sneak peek at some of the jewelry I designed for a line of alpaca based clothing that will be on sale in Mercersburg and Waynesboro, PA. The jewelry will be used in 2 fashion shows during Alpaca Farm days on September 26th and 27th and will also be available for sale at that time.





These are just a few of the pieces that will be featured!

Stone Meadow Alpacas
14514 Hollowell Church Road
Waynesboro, PA 17268

Long Acres Alpaca Farm
9703 Blue Spring Road
Mercerburg, PA

10am to 4pm

Saturday, August 22, 2009

First Fridays in Greencastle, PA - Sept.

Below is a list of vendors and Locations for First Fridays in Greencastle, Pa on Friday September 4th, 5pm to 8pm

Anna’s Paperworks (14 E Baltimore St) Sally Phillips‐Boice – Handmade Books
Antrim House (104 E Baltimore St) Joy Geiman – Blue Ridge Mountain Lace Makers Guild
E.L.M. Department Store (12 Center Square) Zen Creations– Handcrafted Jewelry
E.L.M. Shoes (3 Center Square) Lori Facchina – Polaroid Photo Transfers
The Farmer’s Wife (103 S Carlisle St) Dave Miller – Mountainview Pottery
Jewelry Shop (18 E Baltimore St) Pat Beard – Hand‐wovens and Weaving Demonstration
Kamie’s (7 S Carlisle St) Lee Scott – Book Signing, “Museum of the Mind”
Marnie & Mo’s Antiques and Gifts (17 Center Square) Eliane Ambrose – Exhibit and Painting Demonstration
Photo Gem (103 S Carlisle St #6) Kittiandalunchbox – Vintage Items with a Funky Flair
Rita’s Water Ice (on the Square)
State Farm (Fran Kenawell’s Office) (13 Center Square) Nate Nardi – Photography Display
Sweet Myrtle (21 E Baltimore St) Tracy Sutton – Hand Painted Glass and Slate Items
Willowtree Gifts and Flower Boutique (11 E Baltimore St) Ed Beard – Shaker Boxes

For more information about Greencastle's First Fridays, please visit click here.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

BIG Sale!

Last night while I was pricing and tagging new pieces, I realized that I have loads of new pieces that I have yet to list in my online shops. So to make room for all these new pieces, I'm having a big clearance sale in my etsy.com shop! Nearly half the shop is either on sale or on clearance!



Vist my etsy shop here.

Happy shopping!

Monday, August 17, 2009

Downtime :(

Well, last Wednesday I ended up having to get more Rituxan. My platelet counts were at 98,000, which is pretty good for me, but my Dr felt that I should get another dose. We're hoping that I can get 6 months between treatments now instead of 4. Nothing like having to get chemo just a few weeks away from major craft shows!

The good thing was I was able to put some of my downtime to good use. I made several pieces since last Wednesday, and I laid out several more to make this week. It also forced me to take some time for myself and rest, which I think I needed much more that I had orginally thought.

Up next is Shippensburg Corn Fest. First time we will be doing this event and I hear that vendors do really well. My mother will be vending at this event as well, so I'm crossing my fingers that we both do well.

As for the exciting secret news -- hang in there. I will be posting more information on that soon!

Friday, July 31, 2009

Sidewalk Days and more

A few weeks ago we were at Sidewalk Days in Greencastle, PA. New spot this year, on Carisle Street, and while Friday was a little long (12 hours!) I got see a lot of familiar faces and meet many new people. Saturday we had to pack up early due to heavy rain, but overall I think the show went well.




Next up is the Mercersburg Farmer's Market and Shippensburg Corn Festival. This will be out first year doing the Corn Festival and we keep hearing that it is always wall to wall people and that vendors are often cleaned out by the end of the day! My mom will also be vending at the Corn Festival, but will be at the other end of the street. I will post more information later this month about the Corn Festival.

I also added some new events to the events section of my blog. I have 1 other event pending and a very special project in the works. I will post more on that later this month!

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Busy, Busy, Busy!

Whew! I finally got a few minutes to update my blog.

Between craft shows, Farmer's Market, 2 online shops and family functions, I've barely had time to relax. It's all worth it, but July is the busiest of the summer months. Last weekend was Sidewalk Days in Greencastle, PA. This year there were a handful of new vendors and we had a new spot on South Carlisle Street. I have to say I had a lot of fun this year and it was good to see so many familiar faces.

Next up is the farmer's Market in Mercersburg (1 date in July, 1 on August) and then the Cornfest in Shippensburg, PA!

Oh, and about a month ago we brought a new addition to the family home:


Our new little guy is about 3 months old now. We're still working on house training him, but so far he's doing great!

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Featured on Etsy!

I'm old school! Well, an old school Etsian!

I was recently contact by Etsy for an interview for their Old School Estians series. These articles focus on sellers who have been with Etsy since the beginning, their memories of the early days, things they have learned, etc. And I have to say, it was certainly a nice way to celebrate my 4 years on Etsy!


You can check out the article here.

I wish I could have found a better picture! LOL