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Etsy active once again!

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 15:58:00 +0000

Dear friends of Isabella Jewelry,
We're back on Etsy! Original designs, vintage touches and wearable styles make this batch of earrings and necklaces a must-see. Staying true to our Isabella mantra, we have something for everyone. Check out our latest on Etsy HERE

xoxo Isabella
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JewelryIsabella

the story of a successful maiden

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:14:00 +0000

It all began where it all began. It was a brisk evening on Thursday November 4th at the Graves 601 Hotel. The lights were dim, the wine and G&Ts were flowing, the women were chirping and there was the faint noise of the Medtronic Conference downstairs. 2010 Maiden Minnesota was a great success! It was an evening of giving, shopping, talking and smiling.

Isabella Jewelry stood out as a newbie to the high-end fashion, home and beauty event. We were an affordable price point and we had the coolest reason to stop and chat at the booth for a while-an Editor's Pick for Mpls St.Paul Magazine and "as seen on TV" Necklace Drawing!

We received more than 250 names for the Necklace Drawing and at the end of the night Erin, from Northfield was the lucky winner. Thank you to all participants and keep your eyes peeled for holiday pieces inspired by the necklace drawing!

The event was a story of success. We effectively communicated our brand to 1500 men (yes! there were a few males in attendance) and women; garnered the attention of Mpls St.Paul Style Editor; met and mingled with successful maidens from around the state and had fun!

A special thanks to the absolutely priceless assistance Isabella had at the show-Heidi, Kate, Kellyn and my Mother were not only stunning models, they were the best sales team a girl could ask for.

THANK YOU!

Isabella in the Sunday Pioneer Press

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 23:36:00 +0000

We are very excited to announce Isabella Jewelry was chosen as a feature vendor in the Pioneer Press coverage of 2010 Maiden Minnesota. The article written by Allison Kaplan showcases two pieces the Izzy Amethyst and Jade Necklace ($80.00) and the Izzy Big Gold Hoop Earrings ($40.00).

So check us out and thank you to Allison Kaplan!

And also...COME TO MAIDEN MN!

WHEN: THIS THURSDAY November 4th from 5PM-10PM

WHERE: Graves 601 Hotel, 601 First Ave. N. Minneapolis

WHY: To support a great charity, Free Arts Minnesota and check out 36 local women-owned companies

TICKETS: $20.00 in advance and $30.00 at the door ORDER AT www.maidenminnesota.com

statement necklace spotted on Grey's season premiere

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 20:06:00 +0000

Yes, I still watch Grey's Anatomy. Don't judge.

And I'm glad I do because otherwise I would've missed out on this BEAUTY of a statement necklace worn by Mrs. Meredith Grey-Shepard (yes she did finally marry McDreamy for all of you quitter-watchers)

It's that time of year again...

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:07:00 +0000

FASHION WEEK!!!

September 9-16

Z Spoke by Zac Posen, DvF, Carolina Herrera, Adrienne Vittadini, oh my!!!

check out the latest news about Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

New Isabella Facebook Event CHALLENGE

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:03:00 +0000

Isabella CHALLENGE: "The Green Necklace"

Dig deep in those closets ladies, because "THE GREEN NECKLACE CHALLENGE" is on!

RECYCLE AND RECIEVE A FREE ISABELLA TWO-DROP NECKLACE!

Fall fashions are well underway and we are looking for your mother's grandmother's and great aunt Martha's old clip-on earrings, pins and broaches.

......

Here is how it works: You send us three or more pieces* and we will send you back an Isabella Two Drop Necklace, our most popular item COMPLETELY FREE. You choose silver or gold.

Send to: Sarah at 19400 Park Ave, Deephaven MN 55391

If you have any questions, reservations, or comments please don't hesitate to e-mail, info@isabellajewelryonline.com or call Sarah, 612-247-5017

*a pair of earrings=one piece

IF YOU HAVE A BOAT LOAD OF OLD JEWELRY: Please e-mail or call us so we can discuss a reasonable compensation. Sarah at 612-247-5017 or info@isabellajewelryonline.com

winner

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 12:33:00 +0000

WARNING:IF YOU'RE SHOPPING FOR FALL BE AWARE OF FALL TREND COLORS:)

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 21:42:00 +0000

EMERALD GREEN, GOLD, PURPLE, NUDE/OFF WHITE, SHEER BLACK and JEWEL TONES

Isabella in Deephaven Life

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:42:00 +0000

As September Issues are weighing down our mailboxes, beach bags and briefcases and Vogue Editor Anna Wintour is filling our minds with thoughts of Autumn jewel tones I MUST direct your attention to DEEPHAVEN LIFE.

We are excited to be the featured Young Achievers in the September 2010 Issue and encourage you to read the copied article below. (Unfortunately there is not an online version of the publication as of yet)

Deephaven – You don’t need to look very hard to find Deephaven’s best kept secrets, the neighborhood beaches, boutiques and yoga studios are around both corners! But keep your eyes, i-pads and mice peeled because Deephaven natives Natalie Judd and Sarah Welle are approaching the one year anniversary of their locally designed and crafted online jewelry venture, Isabella Jewelry LLC.

To know the faces behind Isabella Jewelry is to know that their story involves not just two girls close in age, hair-color, texture and straight teeth. Although they do share a dentist, they also share families better described as relatives you can choose.

Friends PK (pre-kids), Natalie and Sarah’s parents met in Excelsior and raised their kids mostly at Deephaven Beach. Both Natalie and Sarah have referred to Wisconsin and France as home at different times in their lives, but for now they are back to their roots in Deephaven and happy to be close to family and friends while searching for what the next chapter of life will bring.

Down to some real business, Isabella Jewelry was born of an idea to encompass women’s various style personalities (t-shirt, work, bold and occasional) under one brand. The four styles, Liz (t-shirt), Elle (professional), Izzy (bold) and Bella (occasionally special) are all found under the same brand, Isabella, and can be bought online at their website or on etsy.com, the booming online marketplace for everything handmade.

Throughout the past year Natalie and Sarah have been busy hosting home parties throughout the metro area, selling online using Etsy, as well as building their own website. Isabella Jewelry is anxious to start breaking into local art fairs and expo shows while keeping up an online marketing plan and their strong social media presence.

Don't know where Deephaven, MN is on a map? Check it out!

When you feed a mouse a cookie...

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:41:00 +0000

she will probably ask you to go to the NORDSTROM anniversary sale. The season of change is upon us. It starts with Fashion Week and then the sneak peak sales get you all excited to wear your FRYE boots, except it's 90 freaking degrees outside, then Natalie starts classes in PRAHA, football two-a-days begin and before you know it you're sitting in a sales meeting discussing holiday liquor merchandising. What woven webs we weave.

Although I cannot explain the previous paragraph I will tell you "I'm out for a walk, but I'll just stop by and buy some jewelry shoppers" ISABELLA HEADQUARTERS have moved locations to Park Ave. If you have any questions e-mail us at info@isabellajewelryonline.com.

Enjoy this wonderful month!

and keep an eye out for new product, we are getting excited for FALL TRENDS!

a summer draught

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:26:00 +0000

So we haven't been the best bloggers this summer, and for that Isabella apologizes. Even though our Blogger numbers don't show it, we have been quite busy this month.

A total job transformation is taking place right now.. Sarah has accepted and started a sales position for a beverage distributer (hello, wine tastings!!) and Natalie has finished work at the restaurant and is getting ready to ship off to Europe for a year of teaching.

Isabella HQ is relocating lake-side chez Sarah so she can better prep for our exciting show this fall-- (drum roll, please) MAIDEN MINNESOTA 2010! Though we are hardly helpless maidens, this show is a great opportunity to show our line in Minneapolis along side other women business owners. So mark your calendars (Nov 4th, 5-10 pm, Graves hotel) and come show your support for Isabella Jewelry!

SALE SALE SALE

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:22:00 +0000

Thanks to Isabella's dear friend, Allie Baba, we were able to get a sneak preview tour of the upcoming Nordstrom Anniversary sale. Pre-odered items include:

Michael Kors gray skinny trouser pant
Frye over-the-knee boots
Calvin Klein patent leather black flats
Frenchi cardigan
Gold aviator sunglasses

Sale starts Friday and I recommend heading to our last great department store before all the goodies run out!

Bridesmaid bundles

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:53:00 +0000

We are busy here in HQ creating... WEDDING JEWELRY!

Cute little bundles for bridesmaids wearing this sangria colored halter dress for a gorgeous wedding in PR. With a mix of purple and white freshwater pearls and fuchsia crystals set in front of a sterling silver hoop these earrings will be perfect for Lindsay's closest girlfriends on her wedding day.. and a nice memory to wear after the big day, too!

you might laugh at me but I'm ok with it...

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 02:35:00 +0000

because I am proud to say that "I LOVE JEGGINGS!!"

(for those of you unaware of the term, 'jeggings' is a clever combination of 'jeans' and 'leggings'.)

A little bird told me about the killer sale at Anthropologie the other weekend and I found a little piece of heaven in my Pilcro and the Letterpress black dream pants. I asked the sales lady, "Are these leggings? They're so thick! They even have back pockets, a faux front button/stitching/front pockets AND they slip right on like leggings.. I'm pretty sure I just fell in love with JEGGINGS!" After the eye roll and forced excitement on her part I practically ran to the register before anyone could take them from me.

So, laugh it up, but I promise you that the moment you find your jegging-happiness you will want to shake my hand.

"Miss Pillsbury"

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:23:00 +0000

For all you Gleeks-doesn't this scream Emma Pillsbury, the guidance counselor?! I was inspired...

Cutuest little flower ring you've ever seen!

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 18:27:00 +0000

A few of you have inquired about rings and bracelets. Since my partner rarely utters the b-word...we won't go there. HOWEVER, we found the most precious little flower ring you've ever seen!

We will be selling them at our upcoming parties.

LIMITED TIME OFFER.

They are a generous size 7, brushed silver.

my new fav...my black-n-gold caterpillar

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 21:53:00 +0000

Although the eighties might seem a little too close for me to whip this one out...I just did.
Lightweight black and gold chain make up this statement called my
black-n-gold caterpillar.

Just call if you want one!
I'm also thinking black-n-silver, silver-n-gold, purple-n-silver...maroon-n-gold...
:)

what do you think about the photography? We're trying new things.

It's party season!

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:43:00 +0000

June officially means the start of endless parties... whether it's a graduation, marriage, or a perfect summer night (or day for that matter) Isabella is adding JEWELRY to the list of celebrations.

As we finish our full circle branding make-over Isabella is booking parties like whoa. If you are interested in adding your name to our list of summer hostesses, or want an e-vite to one of our already scheduled parties let us know! Send an email to info@isabellajewelryonline.com and we will get you set up

Spring trend: Clogs

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Thu, 27 May 2010 14:20:00 +0000

I'm not really feeling the '70s revival of the clog that was ever-present at spring runway shows. Something about a 3" wooden platform heel with nothing holding your foot in except tired little toes helplessly grasping for something inside a leather cave in the middle of a warm spring day...

This guy, however, seems to have his own interpretation that is...well, hilarious.

SATC2

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Wed, 26 May 2010 15:31:00 +0000

Yes, I am a girl. Yes, I know it sounds cliche and ridiculous. But I am so freaking excited for Sex and the City 2 this weekend!!!

The plot may be questionable and a little rushed...
I am being forced to throw all moral objection to Miley Cyrus out the window for 2 hours...
but I feel it is my duty to see this show through til the end.

It is bound to be a good time for any fan who has been with the show since Carrie talked to the camera, forgot to use curly-hair products, and was a chain smoker.

A classy tumble...

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Thu, 20 May 2010 15:59:00 +0000

OK so I really do feel bad for Chief of Protocol of the US Capricia Penavic Marshall as she tripped on the stairs just when Mexican President Felipe Calderon et wife, Margarita Zavala, arrived for the State Dinner... but doesn't it kind of does seem like she was just chillin on the steps, hanging out, then gets caught as Barack and Michelle sneak up behind her?

Side note-- Michelle, that dress is perfection on you.

Isabella.Jewelry.Women's Expo.wmv

noreply@blogger.com (mnfish) — Wed, 19 May 2010 15:47:00 +0000

Weekend plans? Come hang out at the Expo!!

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Fri, 14 May 2010 13:32:00 +0000

Isabella Jewelry is participating in it's first major expo show this weekend at the St Paul fairgrounds. The Women's Expo will be held Saturday and Sunday (yes, tomorrow) and is going to be really really great.

We have been working our little fingers tirelessly to have new vintage pieces, lots of inventory, and some new displays to show off.

Check out the website for directions, time, and more information about all the vendors.

Haircuts for humanity

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Wed, 12 May 2010 15:01:00 +0000

Heard about the massive oil leak in the Gulf? I hope so. Now you can do something about it-- get a haircut.

That's right, go to a participating salon (Aveda, for starters) and have your hair clippings donated to the relief efforts. Check out more details on the Matters Of Trust website to learn more about how you (and even your dog!!) can help prevent more damage to the already weary shorelines.

Real or Fake: Beyonce's tattoo

noreply@blogger.com (Natalie Judd) — Mon, 03 May 2010 16:52:00 +0000

Frankly, I don't really care. The woman can do no wrong in my eyes.