tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70742493169488073612024-02-19T07:26:21.119-08:00WoolyWire Etc.Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-23835226362972735552016-05-07T10:52:00.002-07:002016-05-07T10:52:48.665-07:00Mother's Day Sale and Contest!<div style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px; margin-bottom: 6px;">
Hi everyone! I am having both a Mother's Day sale in my shop and a woolywire giveaway contest!</div>
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Please feel free to check out the contest at my FB business page link at the first post pinned at the top:</div>
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New Sale in my shop to celebrate 6 new colors I just spun up from the batts I made! =)</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10125886027871284330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-89116069893276116452016-04-07T06:49:00.000-07:002016-04-07T07:14:30.551-07:00Hi everyone! I have decided to begin posting updates about my shop regularly here along with other woolywire tips and ideas. =) <br />
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I would like to begin with introducing newcomers who haven't had much experience using woolywire by listing a series of woolywire tutorials I have scoured over the internet to find. Learning new techniques for making jewelry can be tricky within itself let alone trying to also learn how to use a completely new and different product; I am hoping these tutorials will be helpful to those just learning or possibly even those who are hesitant to try woolywire for that reason! =)<br />
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I will try to list these tutorials in order beginning with the most basic techniques, then progressing to the more difficult techniques. Also, if anyone has any questions regarding woolywire and/or these techniques, please feel free to comment here or contact me at:<br />
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MY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/WoolyWireEtc?ref=hdr_shop_menu<br />
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MY EMAIL: woolywireetc@gmail.com<br />
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MY FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Woolywire/<br />
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The first tutorial I would like to begin with is simply ending your woolywire. Part of the process used for making the woolywire involves felting it which helps adhere the fiber to the wire better, although there may still be some fraying at the end of the wire after cutting it. I sell a fraying glue called Fray Check in my shop, although there are other brands available for this as well.<br />
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This tutorial has been made by Genea from GeneaBeads on youtube.com:<br />
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This next tutorial written at about.com shows how to make a simple pendant with woolywire wrapped around a channel bead by Nunn Design:<br />
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Another similar technique can also be found in this tutorial by Linda Landig of Linda Landig Jewelry at Art Jewelry Elements:<br />
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For those who would like to keep it simple, the woolywire can also be wrapped directly onto the pendant as a single layer rather than twisting or braiding it:<br />
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This next tutorial shows how to make a simple link using woolywire written by Diana Ptaszynski of Suburban Girl Studio at Art Jewelry Elements:<br />
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For those who would like to add more texture to your woolywire links, there is a tutorial showing how to make links using fabric along with woolywire done by Heather Powers of Humblebeads on the Art Bead Scene blog:<br />
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Here is a nice little tip/tutorial by Diana Ptaszynski of Suburban Girl Studio at Art Jewelry Elements showing how to make fancy charms/finished ends using woolywire:<br />
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http://artjewelryelements.blogspot.com.au/2013/06/make-something-monday-fun-with-woolywire.html<br />
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Here is a tutorial by Limabeads demonstrating how to make a simple wrap bracelet using woolywire:<br />
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More woolywire ideas by Linda Landig of Linda Landig Jewelry at Art Jewelry Elements using techniques featured in the book "The Missing Link" by Cindy Wimmer:<br />
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http://artjewelryelements.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-missing-link-by-cindy-wimmer-book.html<br />
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Finally to sum everything up, last but not least, here is another tutorial by Limabeads showing how to make some interesting earrings using woolywire:<br />
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I hope you all have enjoyed this brief tour of woolywire tutorials; a big thanks to all of those who have contributed their knowledge and expertise of jewelry-making with woolywire! <br />
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I also plan to post tutorials in the future showing other techniques including how to make this link:<br />
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Be sure to stay tuned for future updates including this tutorial; I would like to post regularly at least once a week if not more; I may try to pick one or two specific days of the week to post. =)<br />
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Related links to the jewelry designers' pages:<br />
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GeneaBeads bead shop: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/Genea?ref=ss_profile<br />
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GeneaBeads jewelry shop: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/GeneaCK?ref=ss_profile<br />
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GeneaBeads blog: http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/<br />
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Suburban Girl Studio LLC bead shop: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/suburbangirlbeads?ref=ss_profile<br />
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Suburban Girl Studio LLC blog: http://vintagebluestudio.typepad.com/<br />
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Linda Landig Jewelry jewelry shop: http://lindalandig.indiemade.com/store<br />
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Linda Landig Jewelry blog: https://lindalandig.wordpress.com/<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10125886027871284330noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-57711879787399110132014-11-11T13:55:00.001-08:002014-11-11T14:00:02.475-08:00Art Bead Scene Blog: Tutorial Tuesday: Wooly Wire Wrapped BeadsCheck out Heather Powers' post on Art Bead Scene Blog for making WoolyBeads - beads made with WoolyWire!<br />
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Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-10737183384558914932014-09-15T11:02:00.001-07:002014-11-10T10:12:35.024-08:00Making WoolyWireI often get asked what goes into the creation of WoolyWire. What may on the surface seem like a simple product actually entails many steps, from processing the raw fiber to the final application on wire. Here's a little sneak peak into the process...<br />
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The first steps involve cleaning and preparing fiber. Most of the fiber comes from wool, from sheep like the one in the photo below. I obtain fleeces from fiber shows, and I also reserve fleeces every year from sheep that I know produce good wool. The ones I like to reserve are at <a href="http://www.nistockfarms.com/index.html" target="_blank">Nistock Farms</a> in Northern NY. My two reserved sheep are Pearl, a full-breed Cottswold, and Ash, cross-breed Cottswold / Border Leicester (I don't have pictures of Pearl and Ash, but below is a picture of Duke from the same farm). When sheering time comes, I am guaranteed fleeces from my reserved sheep. I also use other fibers, like angelina, bamboo, and silk.<br />
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Once I have cleaned the fiber, I sort it and prepare it for dyeing. In addition to wool, I dye other fibers as well, such as bamboo and silk.<br />
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Next, I sort all my dyed work start assembling color and texture palettes. This is preparation for making an Art Batt...<br />
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Here's a picture of my drum carder; the fiber is placed either in the tray in which the smaller drum will pull the fiber onto the larger drum or the fiber can be placed directly onto the larger drum. Typically finer fibers such as angelina, bamboo, or silk will be placed directly on the larger drum:<br />
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This is the fiber gathered in preparation for making the batt; it is helpful to plan a color scheme ahead and have all of your fiber ready next to the carder:<br />
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Here is what the fiber looks like once I have it all on the drum carder; it is a lot like painting!<br />
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Here is what the batt looks like having just been taken off the carder:<br />
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Here is the batt being prepared to be rolled for neatness:<br />
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Finally, here is the batt in its final stage, ready for spinning:<br />
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Spinning WoolyWire</h3>
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I don't have a picture of the above batt made up into WoolyWire... but here is a different one I made and the Woolywire I spun from it:<br />
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Next I felt the WoolyWire so that the fiber stays put on the wire. Then finally, comes cutting and packaging. Lots of steps from sheep to final product, but so much fun to see the end result. I especially love working with color. I hope you enjoyed this little behind-the-scenes glimpse of WoolyWire!<br />
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Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-75860726212536442012014-09-14T05:28:00.000-07:002014-09-14T05:30:05.445-07:00Hey everyone,<br />
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NEW! Available NOW at <a href="http://www.woolywireetc.etsy.com/">www.WoolyWireEtc.etsy.com:</a> WoolyWire Medley Sets - these are collections WoolyWire organized into palettes. Each set contains FIVE 24" pieces of WoolyWire, and is priced at a bundled discount. And we are having a special introductory sale: 15% off now through Sunday! Use code "MEDLEY". Even better, the discount is good for the entire shop<br />
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In addition to the new Medleys, we have 7 yummy NEW COLORS... You can use your 15% coupon code "Medley" for these too. Come see!<br />
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Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-60083092878387358112014-03-18T12:01:00.001-07:002014-03-18T12:55:31.529-07:00Woolywire "One-oh-Fun" - More Details!More details about the WoolyWire class being offered at BeadFest this summer (post from Genea):<br />
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I am super EXCITED to announce I will be teaching my first BIG class at <a href="http://www.beadfest.com/philadelphia.aspx" target="_blank">Bead Fest Philly in August!</a> Not only will we be vending again this year, but I will be teaching you the secrets of working with <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoolyWireEtc?ref=search_shop_redirect" target="_blank">Wooly Wire</a>! Class is held on August 22nd from 4:30-8:30pm. Cost for class is $110 along with a special show price kit fee of $55(valued at over $110!).<br />
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You can click on the link <a href="https://www.eiseverywhere.com/ehome/79000">Wooly Wire "One-oh-FUN"! </a>to get signed up for class! You will need to scroll almost ALL the way down the page to get to the link, but I promise it's there! ;)<br />
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So what will you learn in class? Well when asked most of you were pretty intimidated to pick up Wooly Wire. I want to ease your mind about working with this FABULOUS new wire! You work with Wooly Wire just like you would any other wire except it's fuzzy and colorful. You just do a little felting and tucking of the end of the wire to secure it, but it can do just about anything else you normally do with regular metal wire. Here is a link to my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2Sq9RELPDk&list=UUkvrWFAPmVr3NCPb0AOT1Gw">"Finishing the ends of Wooly Wire and wire-wrapped bead" video tutorial.</a><br />
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I will be teaching you to: wrap, coil, spiral, and finish the ends of Wooly Wire! You will learn to: make a Wooly Wire bail, a corkscrew spiral necklace, and weave a pair of earrings! I will even be showing you how to make one of my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhQCQSgD76o&list=UUkvrWFAPmVr3NCPb0AOT1Gw">recycled sari silk necklaces!</a> I am very confident when you leave class you will not only feel super comfortable working with Wooly Wire, but you will be ready to DIVE into pushing the limits of your design!</div>
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For the class I thought you all would love working with my stone textured beads and who doesn't love that pinky purple?!</div>
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I chose a simple yet funky design for the necklace. I wanted you all to learn some basic and fun techniques with an "everyday" style necklace to wear.<br />
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My<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/177068233/ancient-tapestry-handmade-lampwork?ref=shop_home_active_8"> "Ancient Tapestry" earrings</a> were VERY well received so I decided to also include the creation of these fabulous earrings to the class! The black and rainbow goes with just about every outfit! <br />
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Well don't delay! Hop on over and get signed up now as we may fill up well before the show!<br />
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I can't wait to see you there!<br />
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xo Genea</div>
Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-28620694217297729462014-03-17T20:26:00.003-07:002014-03-17T20:46:03.317-07:00WoolyWire Class by Genea at BeadFest Philly this Summer!<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">Guess who is teaching a WoolyWire class at BeadFest Philly this summer????? WoolyWire Whisperer <a href="http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Genea Crivello-Knable</a> of course! Check it out!!! </span><a href="https://www.eiseverywhere.com/ehome/79000" rel="nofollow nofollow" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://www.eiseverywhere.com/ehome/79000</a><br />
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Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-45411560811300947762014-01-19T11:22:00.001-08:002014-01-19T11:24:14.136-08:00Space Age Pod Earrings - Bead Design Studio Magazine Tutorial"WoolyWire Whisperer" <a href="http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Genea Crivello-Knable</a> of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Genea?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Genea Beads</a>, has done it again. She created these fabulous "Space Age Pod Earrings" and wrote a tutorial so that you can create your own!<br />
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Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-61733619813311343512013-12-27T09:43:00.000-08:002013-12-27T09:43:39.466-08:00Post Holiday Clean-up Sale!Hey everybody.... Guess what? We're a having post-holiday Clean-up SALE at WoolyWire Etc.!!! Now through Sunday.<br />
Starts NOW (Dec. 28): Use coupon code WOOLY20 for 20% off! http://www.woolywireetc.etsy.com/<br />
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<br />Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-11563427882051292902013-12-08T17:57:00.001-08:002013-12-08T18:46:56.359-08:00A Brief Tour of WoolyWire Used in Jewelry Designs of 2013We've been so excited to see how designers have been using <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoolyWireEtc?ref=search_shop_redirect" target="_blank">WoolyWire</a> in their jewelry work. As the year closes, we'll like to share a few of the many beautiful designs created in 2013. There are far too many to share in this brief overview post but you can find more on our <a href="http://pinterest.com/karentotten/woolywire/" target="_blank">Pinterest board</a> at: <a href="http://pinterest.com/karentotten/woolywire/" target="_blank">http://pinterest.com/karentotten/woolywire/</a>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Meridy Migchelbrink of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoTreesStudio" target="_blank">Two Trees Studio</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Necklace by Genea Crivello-Knable of <a href="http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Genea Beads</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Staci Louise Smith of <a href="http://www.stacilouiseoriginals.com/" target="_blank">Staci Louie Originals</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Necklace by Lesley Watt of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/THEAjewellery?utm_source=CraftCult&utm_medium=api&utm_campaign=api" target="_blank">THEA Jewellery</a>, blogging at <a href="http://thegossipinggoddess.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">The Gossiping Goddess</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bracelet by Diana Ptaszynski of <a href="http://www.suburbangirlbeads.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Suburban Girl Studio</a>. <br />
This design was published in Bead-It Today, and was <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Jana Fish Šilerová of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/HappyFishThings?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Happy Fish Things</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bracelet by <a href="http://lorelei1141.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lorelei Eurto</a>. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Linda Landig of <a href="http://www.lindasbeadblog.com/" target="_blank">Linda Landig Jewelry</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Necklace by Angela Gruenke of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ContentsJewelry" target="_blank">Contents Jewelry</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Amy Freeland of <a href="http://copperdiem.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Copper Diem</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Earrings by Genea Crivello-Knable of <a href="http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Genea Beads</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Statement Jewelry by Genea Crivello-Knable of <a href="http://geneabeads.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Genea Beads</a>.</td></tr>
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<br />Karen Tottenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01511687726517324742noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7074249316948807361.post-3473122269426102262013-11-12T14:28:00.002-08:002013-11-14T10:33:46.734-08:00Introducing our Winter 2013 / 2014 Colors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We are excited to introduce our Winter 2013 / 2014 palette this week.
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As part of the introduction, we are having a SALE! 15% OFF now through Friday. Use coupon code </div>
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All these and other new colors are available in our shop:</div>
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<b>In other news... </b>WoolyWire is featured in the current (Winter) issues of Step by Step Wire, Stringing, and Bead Style magazines.</div>
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We also just learned that WoolyWire will be featured in the Spring 2014 issue of Wirework magazine. So exciting!</div>
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