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Crafts on Columbus
Spring 2010

Why wait for a show?
Host one of your own, and get at least $100 in Carnelian Knoll dollars.
Here's how.

Wondering about the name Carnelian Knoll?

Carnelian is one of the stones I enjoy working with (a pale to deep red or reddish-brown variety of clear chalcedony). Knoll, a small rounded hill or mound, comes from the name of a community very dear to my heart.

Got questions? Ask Julie.

Julie Siegmund

Here's a question:
So, how do I use the spiral "S" shaped clasp?

These handcrafted Turkish silver "S" hook clasps open from both sides. Simply pull out one of the silver arms approximately 1/4" (yes, bend the silver) and insert it through the loop. Then push the arm closed to secure the clasp. For best results, manipulate the thicker part of the arm rather than the thinner tip.

	See highlights of the Carnelian Knoll collection in the Gallery. Necklaces and earrings featuring 19th-century steel-cut seed beads, mid 20th-century glass from Japan and Germany, semi-precious stones, hand-blown Murano glass and silver from India and Turkey. See even more in the Summer Catalog (4 MB PDF).

	Boutiques and shops that offer Carnelian Knoll designs can be found on the Where to buy list. ALSO: private purchasing opportunities at Carnelian Knoll's Upper West Side studio. Call 212-662-4634 to make an appointment.

	Customized, personalized, coordinated designs for bridal parties.

	Why wait for a craft show? Host a show in your home or office. Gather your friends and colleagues for a distinctive, intimate shopping experience. It's easy and fun.

	Keep abreast of upcoming Carnelian Knoll events, including craft shows and studio shows. Join the mailing list.

	Need more information? Curious about custom designs? Want special gifts for your bridal party? Send e-mail to owner / designer Julie Siegmund.

Winter's featured design:

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Tagua nut and silver bracelets.
The beads in these bracelets were carved from the Tagua nut (shown in the background). Also known as "vegetable ivory" or "palm ivory," Tagua is a renewable and sustainable resource from the rainforests of South America.

The Tagua nuts are collected from the rainforest floor without any harm to the trees or the surrounding environment. As the nuts dry out in the sun (4-6 months), the liquid in the seed casing hardens into the interesting patterns visible in the nut beads.

When dried, the nuts resemble elephant ivory and have replaced it in several industries. Having a renewable and sustainable export encourages the growth and maintenance of the Tagua Palm trees and promotes reforestation of previously deforested areas. Local authorities preserve and maintain the rainforest instead of allowing more of it to be destroyed to create farmland. Carnelian Knoll's use of Tagua helps sustain legitimate, environmentally-conscious business development in Ecuador.

$38; contact Julie for ordering details.