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Let's Create Together! Bring this Special-Edition Art Locket to Life!

Help Bring This Never-Before-Seen Design To Life!

Why should gorgeous jewelry be expensive? Curio Road is collaborating with Verabel Jewelry to debut the beautiful and never-before-seen “Mosaic” art locket design!

You can be one of only 100 collectors in the world to own this special-edition locket. And, with your help, we can offer it for only $25 — nearly 50% below its retail price!

In order to be able to offer this special edition item & price, we need to commit to manufacturing at least 40 lockets. That’s where you come in :) Pre-order one today to help bring this amazing design to life!

To help even more, share this page with all your friends who might love to collect this beautiful piece.

Check it out here: Mosaic Art Locket - only 100 being made!

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The Etsy Detective Loves Rifle Paper Co.

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Hello! It's Ellie Bean of The Etsy Detective, here to share another one of my favorite pieces from the Curio Road Collection with you!

Here's what I've got my eye on this week...

For years, I've been gathering the pieces to execute my dream Halloween costume: Margot Tenenbaum. I have the hair, I've got my grandmothers fur. I'd like to think I reflect Margot's casual malaise. I've even seriously contemplated how to reproduce her prosthetic pinkie. Papier mache? Beige sharpie cap? GIVE ME A SIGN!

Photo/Film Still via Wes Anderson's film, The Royal Tenenbaums

So my Wes Anderson synapses started firing when when I saw Rifle Paper Co.'s Leopard IPhone Case. Reminiscent of Scalamandre's iconic zebra wallpaper that frames Margot's pouty mug, Rifle Paper Co.'s leopards look rich and whimsical against deep teal.

If only Rifle Paper Co.'s design existed as a fabric, I'd upholster everything I own in lovely leaping leopards. But until then, carrying this little slice o' Margot in my pocket will have to do.

Guest Post: brittanyMakes DIY Wedding!

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Hello fellow Curio Road enthusiasts! I'm Brittany of the blog brittanyMakes where I blog about all things DIY. I'm so happy to be guest posting on such a big day, the day Curio Road launches their Wedding Collection!

As it just so happens, I'm getting married in just 2 months time - yikes! I'm neck deep in all the projects and details we've planned in order to make our wedding something to remember, something spectacular, but most importantly - something we can afford.

Those who know me know that gold is my favorite color. In planning out my wedding, I knew I wanted a palette that would withstand the test of time, something classic yet something a little glam. I decided on a color palette of black, white and gold, and nailed down a theme I like to all 'Glam on a Budget'. Here's a little inspiration board of what 'Glam on a Budget' means to me:

My fiancee and I are funding our wedding ourselves, which means every penny counts. DIYing projects, such as paper mâché marquee lights, tissue tassel fringe, and glitter paper garland, will seriously glam up our wedding without the price tag of buying these items at expensive decor retailers.

We all know Pinterest is an amazing resource for wedding decor and DIY inspiration. And now Curio Road has opened up new possibilities in inexpensive, unique, and glamorous handmade items at extremely budget friendly prices. Some of my favorite items include the crystal earrings, the ampersand art, and of course the gold leafed L-O-V-E letters, which would be perfect for wedding tabletop decor.

I know I said it already, but I wholeheartedly believe that a spectacular wedding doesn't have to be crazy expensive, all it takes is a little bit of DIY magic. I'm really happy to be partnering with Curio Road because I know they share the same ideas, and have made it their mission to share with us special pieces of decor, jewelry and other accessories, that can make life easier for all brides.

Thank you so much for letting me stop by and guest post today! Stop by and catch me on my blog, and as the wedding day approaches I'll be sharing some of the projects I'll be tackling for our big day!

Artist Spotlight: Sarah Gregori of Dear Margot

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We are thrilled to debut the Dear Margot collection on Curio Road! We sat down with Sarah Gregori, the designer behind these beautiful baubles, to learn about her brand and creative vision.

Q:Tell us a little bit about yourself, Sarah! What's your background and how did you get into jewelry design?

Since I was a kid, I’ve always enjoyed being creative, whether that was painting, drawing, photographing, sewing or just creating! I studied art and anthropology in college. During that time, I didn’t have a clear path but knew I loved being creative and learning about cultures from all over the world. Shortly after moving from the mid-west to Colorado, I was making jewelry on the side and decided to try selling it at local art shows. I was very encouraged by that and one day shortly after I thought to myself, this is my passion, this is what I want to do! I’ve been growing it ever since.

Q: Where do you find inspiration for each piece? What inspires you to create a new line of jewelry each season?

My love of color, history and cultures is apparent in the work. I think overall color really drives my inspiration followed by a story. From there, a collection can take on its own family of characters.

Q: How did you come up with your brand's name, Dear Margot?

I wanted a name that would characterize my jewelry. I also love the name Margot. I think it's a nice nod to the past but is still a relevant and stylish name. I wanted it to be more unique than just a name so I started playing around with adding words to it. Adding "Dear" to it re-emphasized my love and focus on vintage inspiration and it's also just simply sweet.

Q: What is the most rewarding part of your job?

When I'm doing art shows and I see the reaction on women's faces when they see and purchase my jewelry! Seeing their smiles and positive feedback is so amazing.

Q: How do you make each piece featured in the Dear Margot collection?

I basically sketch ideas, source materials then see how it all works together. It's a pretty organic process so design ideas definitely change and shift by the end of a collection design.

Q: How would you define your personal style? Where do you get your own style inspiration?

I love vintage-inspired fashion but also love funky patterns and colors and believe I not only implement that in my everyday style, but love to design my collections with that same aesthetic in mind. I love perusing places like Anthropologie and J. Crew for ideas on my personal style. More recently, Pinterest has become an obsession of mine for everything style related!

Q: What advice do you have for aspiring jewelry designers and small business owners?

Get organized and make sure you have an idea of the big picture and where you want to take it.

I would also say to find local groups as well as online groups where you can find support and ask questions. There are so many out there now and I think it is so important to connect with others and feel supported, especially for the lone entrepreneur working out of their home or studio. It really helps to find a support system and other like-minded individuals that might be going through similar things in their businesses.

Q: What advice do you have for brides looking for truly unique pieces for their wedding day looks, bridesmaid gifts, and more?

There is so much inspiration online, whether its websites, Pinterest or wedding blogs. I would say to find those outlets that speak to you to find your inspiration. Plus, I hear Curio Road is coming out with a Wedding site...shh!

Alissa from Feeling Good Style's Favorite Picks!

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We're thrilled to featured today on Alissa Kelly's gorgeous blog, Feeling Good Style!

Check out style maven Alissa's favorite picks from the Curio Road Collection - and take a peek at her blog for a special discount code!