It's a Girl!

As many of you may know, I have been off the blog map for a while because...I gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Ellie Kate! She just turned 2 months old, and I am now back in the studio, designing again, with a new found creativity and appreciation for life. How magical it is to have your first baby!

Make sure to "like" me on FB at Katie Kraus Vintage Designs for the most up to date info on events and special deals. I will also be continuing to update my Etsy page at www.katekraus.etsy.com

Here's to a blessed 2013!

~Katie

*Photoshoot done by the lovely Jessica, at Lady J Photography!* 

I had a tiny break from making jewelry last week. I was able to help a local flower shop design Mother's Day and Prom flowers. I often feel as though my same love and skills of being a jewelry designer carry over into the floral world.  The same use of color, texture, and placement apply to both areas.  It's a fun change to be around all the beautiful smells and organic nature of the flowers.  Beads just don't smell as good at peonies...  

Now I'm back in the studio, making jewelry to prepare for a Baby Fair and Farmers Market I will be doing in a couple of weeks. The creative juices are flowing after a getting a new stash of antique beads. However, I think the pale pink tulips sitting on my work bench are also making me feel inspired! It feels like springtime in Bend today and I have a little piece of nature beside me even though I am working indoors.   Note to self: Think about setting up a summer outdoor jewelry studio. 

HAPPY MOTHER'S
DAY!!!xoxo

Love, K

Holiday Open Houses!

Thank's a million times over to everyone who made it to my Holiday Open Houses both in Oregon and California! It was wonderful to see everyone trying on things, laughing, and having a great time. I have the best customers around!

I am excited to show off the new things I have been making for 2012 and for the upcoming Valentine's and Mother's Day.  Make loved ones feel special with one-of-a-kind creations by Katie Kraus Vintage!

~Katie

Stay cozy!

New hand knitt scarves for the fall season to keep you snuggly and warm!  Only $26.50 and I can ship anywhere if you don't live in Bend, OR.  Keep these in mind for Christmas presents- I take orders for custom colors as well so get your orders in soon.  Happy Fall! ~K

New things and pretty photos!

New pieces at katekraus.etsy.com with new photos too!  I was able to purchase a friends camera as she was upgrading for her photography business. Can I say that I am now in HEAVEN!

Yellow Antique Dangle Earrings-

Just a taste of the latest items I am posting to Etsy, and similar items like these earrings are in stores now. These yellow antique dangle earrings sell for $16.50 and come on a vintage inspired card, carefully packaged in a Katie Kraus Vintage Box, tied with a chocolate ribbon.

Email me at katiekrausvintage@gmail.com if you would like a pair! Love, Katie

New Goodies on Etsy Again!

After a long senior year of trying to finish up my BFA and write my thesis, this summer has been dedicated to my jewelry design and getting Katie Kraus Vintage up and running at full force again. Getting my jewelry and hand-knitted scarves into two different stores down was more than exciting, and once that had been accomplished, I started to think of my poor...empty...Etsy store!

 

With that said, I now have a few pieces on Etsy, and will be filling it daily with my one-of-a-kind designs. I am enjoying being able to focus on the business and creative side of accessory making now that I am finally a graduate! No more making designs to please a teacher, but works that are true to my likes and aesthetics.

 

As always, I am here to help with custom designs and vintage jewelry repair and re-design. Just send me an email. The free time I have after moving to Bend has proven to be good for the mind, body, AND the creative juices!

 

Love to all,

Katie

katiekrausvintage@gmail.com

katekraus@Etsy.com