In The Press - INSTORE Magazine "The Shopping Guide"

Amenda Tate's Patchwork Pendant was the Star Pick when it comes to Circles being a Big Hit trend for Instore Magazine's Buying Guide 2007. The article "Shop Right" can be found in June 2007 issue.

In the Press - JQ Magazine "Colors & Fashion for Fall"

Amenda Tate's Orbitals Cuff Bracelet was featured in the May/June 2007 Issue of JQ Magazine. The article "Colors Fall Down to Earth in the Coming Season" by Market Trends Correspondent Deborah A. Yonick gives a glimpse at the changing color palette for Fall.
The top 10 Pantone colors for Fall 2007 fashion can be found at:
http://www.pantone.com/pages/pantone/Pantone.aspx?pg=20367&ca=4

In The Press - JQ Magazine "Silver Linings"

Amenda Tate's Leopard Spots Cuff Bracelet was featured in the March/April 2007 issue of JQ Magazine. The article "The Silver Linings to Fine Jewelry Sales" by Deborah Yonick, Market Trends Correspondent, discusses the broad demographic appeal and relevant high demand concerning silver within the fine jewelry realm.

Downtown Denver Arts Festival

The Downtown Denver Arts Festival is dedicated to supporting and showcasing Colorado artists. Downtown Denver Arts Festival holds its annual premier event each Memorial Day Weekend at the Denver Pavilions. The fine art and fine craft exhibition features over 125 of Colorado’s best artists with over 100,000 people expected to attend.

This event is FREE & open to the public!

Downtown Denver Arts Festival Dates:
May 25 - 28, 2007

Times:
Friday 4-8PM
Saturday 11-8PM
Sunday 11-5PM
Monday 11-4PM

For more info: www.downtowndenverartsfestival.com

ACRE Las Vegas

Amenda Tate jewelry will be debuting some new items at the upcoming American Craft Retailers Expo (ACRE) in Las Vegas. This new show promises to be a fresh breath of air for buyers seeking an alternative shopping experience. Open to registered wholesale buyers only.

May 2 - 4, 2007
visit us at booth # 413

For more information or to register to attend, visit: www.acrelasvegas.com
See you there!

A Store Near You?

The Amenda Tate jewelry line is now offered by even more great stores and galleries. Perhaps one near you!
Here's a partial list:
Anything Goes - Rehoboth Beach, DE
Iowa Artisans Gallery - Iowa City, IA
Pistachios - Chicago, IL
Thomas Mann Gallery I/O - New Orleans, LA
DeCordova Museum - Lincoln, MA
New Morning Gallery - Asheville, NC
...AND MORE!!
To see the full list of retailers visit the retailers link on the website, or click here.

Don't have a retailer near you? Email us the name and address of your favorite store. If they buy the line, we'll send you a special thank you gift redeemable at that location.

Amenda Tate Jewelry is now available at Juma Gallery in Cleveland

Artist and owner, Erica Weiss, has included Amenda Tate jewelry in her unique collection at Juma Gallery. Located in the historic Little Italy art district in Cleveland, Juma Gallery is not to be missed! This beautiful gallery offers handcrafted functional and decorative art by US and Canadian artists in mediums such as glass, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, and contemporary paintings.

Juma Gallery is located at 2026 Murray Hill Road, Cleveland, OH.
For more information or to visit their website, visit: www.jumagallery.com

Jan & Feb Wholesale Shows

Want to have a look at the Amenda Tate jewelry line in person? Think it might just be the right fit for your gallery, boutique or store? Here are your opportunities:

New York International Gift Fair
Jan 28 - Feb 1, 2007
Jacob Javits Convention Center
Handmade - The Galleria Booth # 702
For more info or to register to attend, visit: www.nyigf.com

Buyer's Market of American Craft
Feb 16 - 19, 2007
Jewelry Preview Feb 15, 2007
Philadelphia Convention Center
Booth # 1222
For more info or to register to attend, visit: www.americancraft.com/BMAC

Please email info@AmendaTate.com to set an appointment for guaranteed individual attention, or drop by and browse.
We'll have all our best-sellers as well as hot new items.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

Snowy Colorado New Year

Well, it's been a wild time here in snowy colorado... We had a blizzard last week and now we're getting dumped on again! No way am I getting to the post office in the next couple of days. I suppose it is a forced early start to the New Year's weekend.

I'm thankful for 2006:
--Some great new business accounts.
--I've reconnected with some lost contacts and made new friends.
--I got married!
--A new house.
--Holidays with family.
--Wonderful neighbors.
--My wholesale business is really taking off.
--Doing what I love as my job.
Does it really get better than this?!

Chicago Here I Come! + FREE SHOW PASSES

I'm just about to head out to the Chicago One of a Kind Show and Sale in (you guessed it) Chicago, IL. The show takes place at the Merchandise Mart Friday Dec 8 - Sunday Dec 10 with a "first look" evening on Thursday Dec 7.

If any of you are going to be around, I'd love to meet up - catch up. Also, I have a few - (and I mean few) FREE SHOW PASSES left, so let me know if you'd like one and I'll get it to you!

For more info about the show visit: http://www.merchandisemart.com/oneofakindshow/

AmendaTate.com Has a New Look!

Check out the fresh new face of AmendaTate.com -- Also watch for new items to continue to make their appearance on the site. More exciting new jewelry designs are on the way!
Click here to go to www.AmendaTate.com

ReadyMade Magazine: ReadyMaker Digest Leopard Spots Forged Cuff Bracelet

Hello!
I realize that I've been slacking on my blogging duties... but it has been a busy time here at the studio. Things are going great! My leopard spots forged cuff bracelet recently made a showing in ReadyMade Magazine. Look for it in the ReadyMaker Digest insert Issue 25. Here's a look!

Littleton Art & Acoustic Music Festival - Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center - Littleton, CO THIS WEEKEND JUNE 23-25!

Littleton Art & Acoustic Music Festival - Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center - THIS WEEKEND!

Friday June 23 noon-8pm
Saturday June 24 10am-6pm
Sunday June 25 11am-5pm
I'll be there!
Stop by and visit my booth.
Admission is FREE to the public!



About the Festival: You'll find artwork in a variety of mediums from oil paintings to watercolors, photography, sculpture in a range of materials, jewelry, ceramics and more. Styles from southwest and traditional to contemporary and abstract. The fine art festival will showcase 100 of the nation's finest artists from across the nation. Artists will be present to represent their own work for the duration of the fair.

This is the 3rd year for the show. It is located at Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center one mile North of C-470 on Santa Fe Drive in Littleton, CO.
7301 S. Santa Fe Drive
Littleton, CO 80120
conveniently located one mile north of C-470 and just north of the Mineral Light Rail Stop at Aspen Grove Way.

Amenda Tate Jewelry is Now Available at Waters of Superior in Duluth, MN

Waters of Superior is located in Duluth's Canal Park at the west end of Lake Superior in Minnesota. This unique fine living store and gallery has included Amenda Tate's jewelry line in their offerings of beautifully crafted items and high quality artistic goods.

Described as a "museum that sells its exhibits", Waters of Superior is a treasured source of exceptional items including photography, furniture, clothing jewelry and more created to reflect the traditional styles of Scandinavia. The stores offers discriminating shoppers a chance to browse and be inspired. Once there, you'll find the finest gift - or aquire a personal treasure to cherish for generations to come.

For more information or to shop for Amenda Tate designer jewelry, please visit Waters of Superior. Store hours are Monday - Saturday 10am - 9pm, and Sunday 11am - 9pm. You may contact the store for more information toll free 1-877-387-9766 or by email at info@watersofsuperior.com

To visit their website please click here: www.watersofsuperior.com

Santa Fe Flea Market - Santa Fe Arts District - Denver

SATURDAY JUNE 17, 2006 10am - 3pm
I'll be selling my wares. This is your chance to pick up some close-outs, discontinued items, and samples for a discount. I need to make some extra room for the new! Mention this blog and receive an extra 25% off! Arrive early for the best selection.

What: Santa Fe Flea Market
Where: Capsule Gallery
554-560 Santa Fe Drive
Denver, CO 80204
303-623-3460
When: Saturday June 17, 2006 10am - 3pm

Bloom in Bliss ... June 11th ... 1pm-7pm

The People's Fair in Denver, CO June 3-4, 2006

The CHUN People's Fair
is THIS WEEKEND!
June 3-4, 2006
Civic Center Park
Denver, CO






















Hours:
Sat 10am-8pm
Sun 10am-7pm

I'll be selling some of my newest designs - so fresh they haven't even made it to the website yet!!

Here's a sneak peek.

VOTE for me as "Designer on the Rise"

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Upcoming Events!

Want the opportunity to buy some of my latest jewelry designs directly in person from me? Here's your chance! I have some exciting shows on my calendar.
You can visit me at:

• Open Studio and Sale (concurrent with River North Art Event) Bella Building, 3950 Wynkoop St. Artist Studio #3, Denver, CO May 13, 2006 1pm - 5pm

• CHUN People's Fair, Civic Center Park, Denver, CO June 3-4, 2006

• Littleton Art & Acoustic Music Festival, Aspen Grove Lifestyle Center, Littleton, CO June 23, 24, 25