MTV Movie Awards GBK Gift Lounge Update
A week ago tonight I was feeling pretty anxious as the GBK Luxury Gift Lounge honoring the 2012 MTV Movie Awards had taken place, and I wanted to know how it went. This is was my first time ever participating in any big event like this where my designs would be on display, handled by celebrities, members of the press and many other people. It took me 6+ years to gather the nerve to simply get serious about my Etsy shop, so this felt like a huge step forward. I am SO THANKFUL I had the opportunity to participate in this event and am already seeing positive outcomes. A special edition of my Delgado necklace was on display. This one: http://www.saressadesigns.com/collections/necklaces/products/delgado-necklace-special-edition
More Press For The GBK Luxury Gift Lounds In Honor Of The 2012 MTV Movie Awards
Awesome! More press for the GBK Luxury Gift Lounge honoring the MTV Movie Awards. It's 2 Saturdays away and the press is beginning to build :) It is so weird and cool to see my name in there! I'm loving Kevin Nealon's pose in this picture.
http://www.giftsanddec.com/article/551623-The_Artisan_Group_Finalizes_Gifts_and_Accessories_for_MTV_Celeb_Swag_Bags.php
2012 MTV Movie Awards Update
It is surreal to me that it is only a matter of weeks until the 2012 MTV Movie Awards takes place. It seems like I just received the confirmation email that my jewelry would be included in 100 celebrity swag bags, and now those 100 pair of rose gold hoops are packaged and ready to ship to California tomorrow morning along with my special edition Delgado necklace. I will be holding my breath until FedEx confirms that my boxes arrive safely at their destination, and then I'll be able to relax for a few weeks until the gift lounge, hosted by GBK,takes place. It has been a long time coming and a lot of hard work to juggle this project along with a few others in the works, so I'm really excited and ready to enjoy this experience.
When It Rains....
Things are getting so busy around here and it's really exciting to watch the growth happening...even through squinty tired eyes ;)
The Artisan Group has approved my Lava Turquoise Necklace for Drew Barrymore's swag bag. I decided to make her edition in 14K Gold FIll (the original is in brass) which looks bright and beautiful! Here is how it turned out:
If you like it and want to get one for yourself, they're now available here and at Etsy and are absolutely perfect for the sunny days ahead.
As for the MTV Movie Awards, I'm working to get my 100 pair of Rose Gold hoops made. I'm about halfway there, and also have my limited edition Delgado Necklace finished for the display. Two more colors of Rose Gold hoops have been added in my shop. All participating artists also had to submit a short bio for The Artisan Group's 'Event Guide' which is given to each celebrity in their swag bag. Writing a bio had to be one of the single-handed most difficult things I have had to do yet. Writing about myself, and in the third person, is just not something that comes naturally to me. However, this experience is already helping expand my knowledge, understanding and growth as an artist, and I'm so thankful for that.
When I thought it couldn't get any more busy around here, I received a very unexpected email today. I have been accepted to participate in the 2012 Sandy Mountain Festival this year, which is quite a large artisan venue! It's jurried which means you have to apply and typically such events are bombarded with jewelers. I'm really excited to have been selected and can't wait to introduce Saressa Designs to a large audience. This event will be held in Sandy, OR on July 14-15th, 2012. You can get more information here: http://www.sandymountainfestival.org/index.html
2012 MTV Movie Awards Update
The Saressa Designs jewelry for 2012 MTV Movie awards swag bags has finally been decided. 100 pairs of my signature 14K Rose Gold hoops will be added to the swag bags in various colors. Right now you can purchase these hoops right here in Aqua Quartz, Olive Jade and White Jade. Four new colors will be added to the mix for a variety of 7 colors. These colors include some great additions for the Spring-Summer season including tangerine and mustard. All 7 colors will be available here at Saressa Designs in the coming weeks, so be sure to grab your favorite pair!
The Artisan Group will also have a display table at the 2012 MTV Movie awards, where all artists contributing to the celebrity swag bags will also have one of their hand crafted items on display for celebrities to examine and enjoy. My Delgado necklace (Vintage Horseshoe) has been chosen for the display table, but it will be modified in a limited edition design in 14K Gold Filled, and made extra long for a bohemian feel. This necklace may be available for purchase as well on a limited edition basis, or while supplies last. I will have more updates as preparations progress.
Overall, there is a lot of work to be done and I'm really excited for the opportunity to participate in such a major event. Thanks for following along with me and if you have any specific questions or inquiries, send me an email at info@saressadesigns.com
Love, Rachel
Saressa Designs Press Release + New Boutique
It's official! Check out the press release covering the partnership of Saressa Designs with Parker + Paige. I am really excited to see what the year brings for our partnership.
You can navigate to their page HERE.
Also, Saressa Designs is headed to the Oregon coast! My designs will be for sale in Gifted, a new boutique coming to Depoe Bay, OR in March, 2012. This boutique will feature hand crafted gifts from Oregon based designers. I am thrilled and honored to be among the list of designers in this shop.
Last but not least, I know a lot of you are wondering what is happening with the MTV Movie Awards. I should find out any day now if my design is approved for the swag bags. Things have moved a little more slowly as one of the two leaders of The Artisan Group suffered a huge tragedy. Nikki Cutro lost her home and all possessions (including precious pets) to a house fire on Jan 31st, 2012. You can read more about her story and even help her get back on her feet by clicking here: https://www.wepay.com/donations/135876.
There will be so much more happening so stay tuned!
Love, Rachel
Saressa Designs and the 2012 MTV Movie Awards
Saressa Designs, along with a group of talented artists from The Artisan Group, is confirmed to adorn 100 celebrity swag bags at this year's MTV Movie Awards gift lounge! GBK Productions is hosting the event, and as details become available I'll be sure to share them with you all. I am so excited right now, and so honored to be a part of The Artisan Group. Be sure to check them out at http://theartisangroup.org and view the photos from the 2012 Golden Globes gift lounge event which should be posted later today.
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