Win This Necklace!
A.N Original is jewelry for the modern fashionable woman. It utilizes high quality semi-precious gemstones,brass, sterling silver and 14K gold to define the look of A.N. Original. It is fresh, bold, and classically unique. Strong lines, paired with wearability is the driving force in the designs of A.N. Original pieces. A.N. Original Jewelry is the brain child of young designer, Ashley Nizolek. All pieces are hand done with great attention to detail and design asthetic. The goal of A.N. Original Jewlery is not to be trend based but still be fashion conscious. You can win your very own piece from Ashley’s Flora Collection!
This gorgeous Surrounded Lotus Necklace is a simplified lotus flower placed inside of a circle hanging gracefully from a sparkling sterling silver flat cable chain. The pendant is completely handcrafted, hand pierced/sawed/filed sterling silver is given a brushed satin finish. The pendant measures about 1.75″. Finished with a sterling lobster clasp. 16″ total chain length. A retail value of $75.00. For your chance to win all you have to do is leave a comment on this post. Tell me what you like about the site, what you’d like to see more of or just say hi. As long as you post some sort of comment you will be entered to win! Stay tuned because on Thursday we’ll have an interview with Ashley and learn more about her career as a jewelry designer.
August 5th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
Hi!! What I love about your site is that 1- my girl Karah from BBK is represented on your main page. and 2- I get to check out other awesome stuff like this jewelry line without having to do a lot work.
Keep up the good work!!!
August 6th, 2008 at 11:45 am
I love the beautiful jewelery you post about.
August 6th, 2008 at 11:50 am
very simple and pretty
August 6th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
What I love about your site is that I learn of crafty artisans I might otherwise never encounter. And I like supporting independent designers.
Thank you!
August 6th, 2008 at 12:25 pm
Absolutely beautiful necklace!
August 6th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
I love the site - great variety and frequency of posts! I especially LOVE this necklace!! Simply gorgeous….
August 6th, 2008 at 1:39 pm
I love everything you post about! The jewelry is always gorgeous!!!
August 6th, 2008 at 3:09 pm
What an beautiful necklace — just love the style and the symbolism. As for IndieShopping, I’m impressed by the range of items you post about and how you manage to tie together a variety of products within your own unique aesthetic — classy and quirky at once.
August 6th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
I love the lotus flower - so delicate and beautiful!
What a fantastic symbol
August 6th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
this is sooooooooooo pretty - wish me luck
August 6th, 2008 at 4:32 pm
Easy-to-navigate layout, fantastic products featured, and lots of style inspiration every time! It’s always easy to find something I like.
August 6th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
wow this necklace is adorable! i just love how it’s sleek and simple in silhouette but because you don’t just find a piece like this anyway, it makes a bold statement. i always find the cutest and most unique things on IndieShopping, it’s the perfect blog to visit during the holiday shopping season too!
August 6th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
Indieshopping is the best place to start to find one-of-a-kind gifts, clothing etc. It’s great to have a site supporting the spirit of independant art and design. I wouldn’t change a thing!
August 6th, 2008 at 5:59 pm
I love Her jewelry, its so beautiful! i would love any of the designs!
About the site, the only suggestion, on the homepage, below all the info, maybe start either the blog, or posts, or one of the spotlights, or gift guides, so that people can see the content on the homepage…
Hope that helps!
Angel
August 6th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
Hi there! I LOVE your site because everything you feature is so unique! It’s quite refreshing to support indie artists all over the country and they are all quite inspiring! Keep up the amazing selections - like this beautiful necklace
August 6th, 2008 at 6:42 pm
Love this girl’s work. I read about her on Styledash just the other day. My favorite piece is either the scroll necklace or the hibiscus necklace!
August 6th, 2008 at 6:49 pm
I love this necklace, along with the feathered whip necklace, they are so graceful and freeflowing, plus they would go with any outfit - casual or dressy. Would LOVE to win this (crossing my fingers!) - Thanks for the contest!! : )
August 6th, 2008 at 7:21 pm
I love the site. I get the weekly newsletter and love checking out all the new stuff. This kind of necklace is just my style. love to be entered to win.
thanks!
August 6th, 2008 at 7:45 pm
indieshopping keeps me stylin’
looooove it.
August 6th, 2008 at 7:47 pm
this necklace is awesome, and the matching earrings are adorable, too!
i always look forward to the indieshopping newsletter because it’s an awesome way to find out about up-and-coming designers. i love supporting the little guys (and GALS!) and finding something unique is always a sure bet. Even if I don’t get around to visiting the site all the time, the newsletters keep me updated! thanks for running such a cool site
August 6th, 2008 at 7:50 pm
I have seen Ashley’s work before and love the simplicity of her designs! I love how IndieShopping showcases independent artists and small business!
August 6th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
Love this jewelry.
Recently started practicing yoga, and love the symbolism of the lotus!
Thanks for featuring this great collection.
August 6th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
My favorite part of this site is receiving the e-mails because I love reading about the various indie designers you find! I really enjoy the articles that give background on the designers. And of course I love this necklace
Great idea!
August 6th, 2008 at 8:53 pm
I read about her also. Beautiful, cool jewelry, love it! And I totally agree about keeping up the good work. Such a fun site to escape to!
August 6th, 2008 at 9:27 pm
i love everything in the collection!
August 6th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
I really like the shapes of the lotus jewelry, and the hibiscus, and the palm flower, etc.. I want it all!
August 6th, 2008 at 9:50 pm
I love this site. The items you find are so unique and lovingly made. I love the emails so I can check things out after getting a “bonk” on the head to check out the site. Thanks!!!
August 6th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
I love that your site helps me find awesome independent artisans with ease. Great stuff!
August 6th, 2008 at 10:48 pm
oooh love it!
August 6th, 2008 at 11:41 pm
Beautiful necklace! My favorite part of the site is reading about all the fabulous designers you have interviewed. It is so much fun to read more about the people behind the art.
August 6th, 2008 at 11:42 pm
I love all the features you do. It’s great to read about indie designers.
August 6th, 2008 at 11:43 pm
I love the support of indie artists…and y’all always feature excellent stuff! Well done!
August 6th, 2008 at 11:57 pm
Hi!
Love the weekly emails. It would be great to see more coupon codes just for us “indieshoppers”.
August 7th, 2008 at 12:26 am
silver is my best friend. the website offers cute silver pieces that i would wear and that would go with many outfits. i love it!!!!! keep it comin’!
August 7th, 2008 at 1:59 am
I used to have a pair of lotus earrings. And lost one
Love the necklace.
August 7th, 2008 at 2:12 am
What a beautiful necklace! I love this website because I like non-maintstream clothing and accessories. This website is ideal for those looking to shop for things that are unique and hard to find!
August 7th, 2008 at 6:11 am
This necklace is so pretty. It is exactly the type of jewelry I like to wear. NOT yellow gold, it doesn’t look good on me. I prefer silver. And it’s simple yet elegant.
August 7th, 2008 at 9:28 am
There’s not much more to add, it’s all been said and I heartily agree. I love that I can find simple beautiful things that are still original.
August 7th, 2008 at 9:57 am
I’m in love with anything unique or privately designed
Also a major sucker for the vintage look. I fell in love with your site when I saw the feature you had on the catstooth print (: Tooo cute.
August 7th, 2008 at 10:51 am
I love the The Entwined Collection, and many of the toggle necklaces. Beautifully designed site.
August 7th, 2008 at 10:54 am
this necklace would make a great gift
August 7th, 2008 at 11:55 am
I really love your blog becuase it’s always something different. The designers are always fresh and exciting from post to post! Also, LOVE, love, love the gift guides!
August 7th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
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August 7th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
What I love the most about Indie Shopping is the fact that I get to “discover” new artists all the time.
This necklace by A.N Original is gorgeous!!
August 7th, 2008 at 4:55 pm
I enjoy your site because you offer so many unique shopping opportunities….I also checked out A, N. Original Jewelry…and was so impressed. The necklace that is featured in your giveaway is lovely….as are all of the pieces on her website. Thanks!
August 7th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
I like the simplicity. I would definitely sport your jewelry.
August 7th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
What I like is that so many creative people call it home! You can always find a one-of-a-kind gift here.
August 7th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
I love the interviews with the designers on this site and its “one stop shop” feature. Whatever I’m looking for, I can just come to this website and go to the store directory. I always find waaaay more than I was originally looking for. Great job.
August 7th, 2008 at 11:54 pm
I love, love, love this site b/c I am a bona-fide handmade and independent designer junkie. I love the non-mainstream selection, uniqueness and personal style that is given to items showcased on your site. I LOVE the spotlight, the directory and mostly the designer interveiws! contests are great! Maybe a section where we can post info or reviews on designers we have seen but are not in the directory? thanks for the newsletter - keeps me coming back!!
August 8th, 2008 at 11:40 am
Enjoy your posts! Beautiful necklace.
August 8th, 2008 at 2:16 pm
Love your blog and am thrilled to see Ashley featured here! She is a wonderful fresh talent in addition to being a sweetheart. Hope to win this piece and covet it forever
August 9th, 2008 at 11:45 am
Ashley does beautiful work. Congrats!
August 11th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
I think its a great platform for independent artist and designers. I enjoy reading about other indies!
August 12th, 2008 at 1:19 pm
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August 12th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
i check this blog every day– i love it!
August 13th, 2008 at 1:21 am
I love finding cute housewares!