IT IS HERE...FINALLY!!!

So after a solid month of working hard on it, I finally finished my new website. 

www.sarahbrobstdesigns.com

It is filled with new jewelry, a gallery of brooch bouquets, mixed media creations, classes, upcoming events, and so much more.

I have shut down my Artfire site, so all sales will have to go through the new site.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

Thank you for all of your support over the years on my other sites...I really hope you like the new one!

NEW WEBSITE COMING SOON!!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

It is 2014 and the year is looking bright already! And with the new year, some some wonderful news!

I am going to be launching my own website at the end of January.

The design process is almost done, the shop is almost set up, and soon, I will have one website that does it all. No more separate blog and online store!

I am ecstatic that my business is moving forward and I appreciate each and every one of you that have supported me and my crazy crafting adventures.

I will post the new link soon and hope that you all will check it out.
It looks amazing!

Thanks again, and I wish you the best new year that 2014 can offer!

Newest Bridal Bouquet

Vintage cascading brooch bouquet for Christina's wedding. 

Stunning in every way possibly.

Tons of hand picked brooches, pins, earrings, and strands of pearls fill the bouquet from top to bottom.

The bouquet cascades almost 2 feet in length.

The underside of the bouquet.

Each of the six bridesmaids had a custom bouquet with brooches that showed off their personalities.... where they were from, what they loved to do, favorite colors, etc.





Even the mother of the bride had a corsage made with brooches and the same flowers at the bouquets.







This has been one of the favorite projects to work on, and it all came out so much better than words can describe. Thank you Christina for making me a part of your wedding day!!!

My.... how fast this year is flying by!

It has been a long, busy summer into a crazy, busy fall! Wonderful shows all over the place, classes galore, trunk shows, farmer's markets and so much more. And the fall is looking just as busy.

Here are some upcoming events and shows where I will be set up:

Classes---
November 17th: Salvage Jewelry Make and Take (Ijams Nature Center) 1-4pm
November 30th: Rococo Boutique- Paper Dress Contest and Workshop 6-9pm
December 8th: Holiday Market and Fair---Eco Make and Take Workshop at Ijams Nature Center

Shows----

November 9, 16, and 23--- Market Square Farmer's Market  (9am-2pm)

December 7, 14, and 21--- Holiday Market--Downtown Knoxville  (Noon-7pm)

I am also booking for holiday trunk shows if you are interested in hosting one at your house. Invite all your friends, food, drinks, and jewelry--- You can't really go wrong. And you can get all of your holiday shopping done in the courtesy of your own home. Plus hosts get amazing deals on jewelry!

Follow me on Facebook!!!

It is here folks. After five years of owning my business, I have finally made myself a Facebook Page.

Daily updates....fun pictures....show scenes....and more!

https://www.facebook.com/SarahBrobstDesigns

Click the link...like my page.... share with your friends!!!

Be my number one fans!!!

Steampunk Carnivale is coming!

You won't want to miss out. I will be there with all of my geared jewelry and more.

Super Busy Summer Ahead!!!

As the weather heats up, as does the summer of many shows, festivals, classes and more.

Here is a list of the upcoming events that I am going to be at:

June 7: First Friday at Mast General Store 

June 8: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

KnoxGives Celebration (2pm-10pm)

June 15: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

Private Class (6:30pm-9pm)

June 22: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

June 29: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

Steampunk Carnivale (510 Williams St. Knoxville, TN ) (7pm- Midnight)

 

Plus I will be back at Bele Chere in Asheville the last week of July.

A few other things that are going on. 

Regular Jewelry Classes at Rococo Boutique

Great night out with your family, your friends, your neighbors or just treat yourself 

to some jewelry making fun!

Also, check out the new jewelry line at Marc Nelson Denim. 

I am the new designer for all of the leather bracelets, cuffs, and necklaces.

Plus you won't want to miss all of the amazing denim, linen, and shirts. 

They will be the one pair you want to wear, but get your accessories to go with it!

Check them out on Facebook.

Along with all of this fun stuff, come to any of my shows to check out my new belt bracelets, watch gear earrings, recycled pin hairpins, trinket rings, bike part necklaces and so much more.

And look forward to all the new and exciting things that I plan on making!!! 

Bouquets of 2013!!!!

2013 has been a busy year for bridal bouquets already. Michigan, Utah, and 2 in Tennessee.... and we are just now into spring, and fall bouquets are already lining up.

Here are a few pictures of the bouquets that I have made for some amazing brides this year:

        

All different colors...all different themes...all amazingly gorgeous.

Festivals, Markets, and More---Tis the season for shows!!!

April is upon us... the weather is changing, the leaves are coming back on the trees, and the looming presence of festival and market season is here.

Starting the first weekend of May, I will be making my way to Nashville to participate in my first TACA arts show. It is a huge honor to get into this show, and I can't wait to show off my wares in a new city.

And then after that, you know what time it is.... Market Square Farmer's Market!!!!! Every Saturday from 9am-2pm,  I will be down with all of the other amazingly talented artists and vendors in downtown Knoxville showing off my newest creations.

There are more shows to come and new and exciting classes as well. April 13th at Rococo Boutique, join me in creating your own salvage jewelry, mixed with some great food and you can even bring your own wine.

Don't forget, if you are planning your wedding, and would like a custom made brooch bouquet....get your orders in today. I have already made two bouquets already this wedding season, and am taking orders for spring and summer bouquets now. 

I hope you all enjoy the warmer weather, the sun on your face, and the smell of flowers in the air. 

Bridal Bouquet Pics from 2012

Here is a sampling of some of the bouquets that I made this past year for a number of special brides. 

Surprise bouquet for a Knoxville Bride.

Created with heirloom family pieces.

This special bouquet actually broke into 5 mini bouquets- one for the bride, and one for each of the bridesmaids. Hidden in one of the bridesmaids bouquets was a ring to signify catching the bouquet. 

Not actually for a bride. This was a custom order brooch floral arrangement that went into an amazing vase in someone's home.

Gold and ivory small bouquet

These bouquets went to a Seattle bride and her sister. The bride made all of the silk flowers to adorn the bouquets and picked amazing brooches for her Cinderella themed wedding.

If you are interested in a brooch bouquet for your wedding, please contact me at lilysjb@hotmail.com or give me a call at (865) 684-7466. 

It takes at least 2 weeks to make the bouquets, and orders are already being placed for this year. 

I can custom make it to any color combination or theme. 

Bouquets range from $150 to $500 depending on what you are looking for.

Winter is a busy time---with great opportunities!

February is here and 2013 has started on a busy note. Brooch bouquet orders are coming in left and right, new jewelry is being made for the many new shops and galleries that are carrying my stuff, more classes are scheduled than ever before, and I am creating a jewelry line for Marc Nelson Denim here in Knoxville.

If you would like to get in on the fun, here is a list of upcoming events:

February 22-23: Banner Elk, NC Retreat with Salvage Jewelry Workshop

March 9: Class at Rococo Boutique... TBA

March 16: Salvage Jewelry Workshop at Arifactia

March 16: Private Jewelry Workshop

March 23: Private Jewelry Workshop

And keep your eyes peeled for new and awesome leather gear and accessories for local Knoxville, American made clothing company- Marc Nelson Denim.

Check out the website at: http://www.marcnelsondenim.com/ 

Don't forget, the Market Square Farmer's Market will start back up the first weekend in May.

You won't want to miss it!

Artist Alley Revamp Project- COMPLETE!!!

A few months ago now, I had the opportunity to be a part of an amazing group of artists that got to create murals all along an alley in Downtown Knoxville- behind Market Square. The project was called the Artist Alley Revamp Project and a dedicated few went out and sectioned off parts of the alley to make plenty of canvas space for those that wanted to participate. And here is the progress of my painting... all done with 3 paint pens and that was it.

The beginning stages... I didn't have a drawing to work off of. Just my imagination.

Many late nights and dark nights were involved. Thank goodness for the lights from the two restaurants that my painting was behind.... others didn't have such a luxury!

Finally come together with patterns and lines.

Here is my final works.... I think I like it!! 

If you get the opportunity to run downtown, take a stroll through the alley, there are so many great artists that did amazing murals. 

Here is a link if you would like to see us at work and to see the other amazing works of art:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jgustin/sets/72157631918099745/

Holidays are the time to support Local!!!

The holidays are upon us...Thanksgiving is just days away and Christmas right around the corner. This is a great time.... if you never have, to support your local artists and small businesses. It helps the local community in so many ways ( if you need reasons, check out this website: http://sustainableconnections.org/thinklocal/why)

Just for me, I have the privilege of being a part of some awesome shows and markets coming in around Knoxville and I hope you all make it out around this wonderful town to check out all the wonderful holiday festivities!!!

Upcoming Events:

November 30-Dec 2: Handmade Holiday Trunk Show (at the Old Marble Slab Creamery on Market Square)
December 1: Holiday Market (Noon-7pm) Market Square
December 3: The Coolest Christmas Trunk Show- Barley's Taproom (7-9pm)
December 7: December First Friday- Drum/Hoop/Dance Circle at Broadway Academy of Performing Arts (7:30pm)
December 6-9: Handmade Holiday Trunk Show
December 8: Holiday Market (Noon-7pm) Market Square
December 13-16: Handmade Holiday Trunk Show
December 15: Holiday Market (Noon-7pm) Market Square
December 22: Holiday Market ( Noon-7pm) Market Square

Plus there is still time to get your custom and special orders in before the holidays.

New items that you will see on display for the holidays:
Floral Hair Clips made from Recycled wall paper samples
Terrarium Ornaments
Clock Hand earrings
Watch Part earrings of different sizes, shapes and colors
And then there will be tons of watch band bracelets, salvaged necklaces and rings, funky earrings, brooch bouquets and more.

Support your local artist, businesses, and talent this Christmas!!!!

Come and Find me...AGAIN!

Here are just a few more events, workshops, and markets where you can find me this month.

October 7: Ijams Plant Sale (9am-3pm)

October 10: Silkscreening Workshop 101- Open to everyone.
Learn how to create simple and fun designs to transform your old totes, shirts, skirts, posters,  etc. into new and fun pieces. Class starts at 6pm at Ijams Nature Center. Cost is $10. To reserve a spot, give me a call at (865) 684-7466.

October 13: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

October 13: Your Southern Grace Showroom Grand Opening- These ladies have an amazing clothing and accessory line that everyone should come out and see. The new showroom will be at 207 Center Park DR. Suite 2120, Knoxville, TN 37922. I will be out there showcasing my jewelry as well. Come and show your support of local businesses.

October 14: Private Workshop- Planters created from old Light Fixtures

October 19: Zombie Movie Marathon at Ijams Nature Center (6pm-11:30pm) I won't actually have my jewelry here, but this is an event that I have put together... dress as a zombie and watch fun films and listen to great music. Check out the event page at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/347287788696824/?fref=ts

October 20: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

October 23: Salvage Jewelry Workshop- Open to everyone
Transform your broken necklaces, your single earrings, your grandmother's old stash of trinkets into gorgeous one of a kind creations. From 6pm-8pm, learn techniques on how to cluster, deconstruct, repurpose, and transform your old pieces into new. You bring a few old parts and I will have the rest. Cost is $10 per person. Must RSVP- (865) 684-7466

October 27: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)

Plus look for First Friday events coming up in November and December at Mast General and Barley's Taproom!!!

Come and Find me!!!

I am going to be here and there for the next few weeks. Different shows, fun classes and workshops, so if you are interested, here they are!

Saturday, Sept. 15: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)
Monday, Sept 17: Filming for a fun tutorial on how to make terrariums out of old light fixtures
Wednesday, Sept. 19: TRPA Conference- Eco Make and Take Workshop
Thursday, Sept. 20: Salvage Jewelry Workshop- transform your old into new!
                               at the Appalachian Art Center (6-9pm)
Saturday, Sept. 22: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)
Thursday, Sept. 27: Repurpose it all: Eco Make and Take Workshop at the Town of Farragut Town Hall              
                               (6:30-8:30pm)
Saturday, Sept. 29: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)
Saturday, Oct. 6: Market Square Farmer's Market (9am-2pm)
Sunday, Oct. 7: Ijams Fall Plant Sale (9am-3pm)


More will be added as they come up, but I hope to see you all out an about in Knoxville.

AND---to all of my loyal jewelry fans, I now have loyalty punch cards!!!! For every $100 you spend, you will get $10 off on anything on your next purchase... maybe get a free pair of earrings, some free hairpins, half off a watch band bracelet....so many options.

Thank you for enjoying my salvage creations!!!

Beautiful Wedding- Channing

Here are some bouquet pictures from Channing's Wedding.

 

Join me First Friday for Marc Nelson/Riot Printing Co.

This Friday will be another fantastic show of fashion and fun....this time at 206 Randolph St. in Knoxville, TN. Marc Nelson and Riot Printing Co. will be hosting a show which you won't want to miss. I will be there with all of my jewelry and maybe some models to show it off.


Festivities start at 5:30pm and go into the night. Other artists and shops include-

Southern Grace, Jess Wathen, and music group The Organized Grime.

Come out and show some love for local designers!

Knoxville Fashion Week Photos

So Knoxville Fashion Week was amazing this fall. I got to participate as a designer in the bridal showcase on Saturday night, and here are a few of the pictures of the models showing off beautiful dresses as well as my bridal bouquets! These photos were taken by Joshua Winstead Photography: http://www.facebook.com/JoshuaWinsteadPhotography

Such an amazing opportunity to show off my jewelry and my bouquets. More pictures to come. But if you would like to see them first hand, I am at the Market Square Farmer's Market every Saturday from now until the end of the year.

Or for a change of pace....let me bring my pieces to you. Plan a jewelry party for you and your friends. I bring all of my stuff to you---think about it, food, wine, and jewelry... how can you go wrong!

A few of my new pieces...

Enameled Dream Necklace

Galaxy Fish Necklace

Glitter Steampunk Earrings

Rose Watch Band Bracelet

Crafted Iris Brooch

Mystical Unicorn Necklace