my discovery in dwell

I like anything house-related ~ architecture, real estate, and interior design. I am one of those people who watch HGTV and shout out which house I think the buyers are going to go for on House Hunters.  I am also a huge fan of Dwell Magazine and enjoy reading the publication cover to cover. 

Last Dec, I was browsing through Dwell and came across an ad of Vanessa Gade's work.  Her jewelry caught my attention immediately and I knew I had to have it at the gallery.  I contacted Vanessa in Jan and her collection is now at the DMG!

 



Vanessa's jewelry is architectural and modern.  I love the concept behind her collection.  Asymmetrical, yet balanced, minimalist, yet complex.  Her pieces are like studies on geometry, kinetics, and balance. 

Little did I know Dwell could lead me to a great jeweler! Thanks Dwell ;) 

 

what's new in glass

New inventory @ the DMG!  Beautiful, nature-inspired vases by Mary-Melinda Wellsandt are here :) 

Mary-Melinda transfers her original photographs, drawings and paintings onto glass and creates three-dimensional art forms that are decorative and functional. Images of trees, flowers, grass, and pussy willows adorn the surfaces with great spring colors. You certainly don't need flowers to enjoy these vases! 

 




The vases come in many different sizes and shapes (the minis are my favorite). They make perfect gifts as they exude lots of sweetness and joy.  We've already sold a few, so come visit us before they are all gone!

spring cleaning

Wednesday was the vernal equinox. Unfortunately, Western Mass still looks and feels much like winter with cold temperatures and snow on the ground.  

However, with spring on my mind (and hopefully right around the corner), I decided to do some "spring cleaning" at the DMG to make room for the array of new inventory arriving in the next couple of months.  We now have a great selection of silver & gold jewelry, glass and ceramic pieces at 30-50% off!!  Many customers took home beautiful items at amazing prices today :)  Don't miss this sale ~ it's for 4 days only! 

to the happy couple!

 

 
The happy couple is here!  To promote our upcoming bridal jewelry show ~ Find the One ~ J. Rich in Northampton and Bridal Heirlooms in S. Hadley kindly loaned us dress forms with beautiful wedding attires for our front window.  If you are walking around Noho in the next couple of weeks, check it out!  And no, we don't sell wedding dresses or suits here :)  But we know great places that do!

You're cordially invited to a great event, where you can meet the featured artists, view their entire bridal jewelry collection and save 15% off your ring purchase!  We've also teamed up with local wedding vendors such as Forget Me Not Florist, Brooks & Butterfield, Dani Fine Photography and Salon 241.  While you're picking out your engagement ring or wedding band, you can find all the information you need to plan your beautiful wedding and win great prizes too!  For details, click here.

concrete clocks!

I saw these amazing clocks by LeeLABStudio at the New York International Gift Fair last summer and had to have them. It was the artists' first ever trade show and I was delighted to be one of their first wholesale orders.  Made of concrete in subtle, yet striking colors of grey, light blue and slate, these clocks mirror so many things I love in life ~ geometry, patterns, architecture & textiles!  I love the juxtaposition of the artists' use of concrete and the digitally-derived forms.  

 



And guess how creators Lindsey Lee and brothers John and Brian Lee got started?  They are indeed one of the success stories from Kickstarter!  This is one of my all time favorite finds!

spring has sprung!

It's hard to believe six months has passed since I assumed ownership of the gallery.  I admit, I was initially unsure as to whether I could successfully balance being a business owner, wife and mother of 4-year-old twins.  Yet, I've been able to stay focused in both facets of my life ~ I have my amazing staff and family to thank for that.  It's been an amazing ride thus far and I look forward to taking the DMG to new heights this year!

It was nice to take in warmer temperatures this past weekend in Western Mass.  Spring symbolizes an exciting time at the gallery when new merchandise starts arriving on a daily basis.  And spring has definitely sprung at DMG! The gallery is filled with beautiful new work by Liz Ryan, Para Clocks, Deb Brilla, and Todd Reed just to name a few!  I returned from a buying trip a couple of weeks ago with a tall pile of orders for the entire year.  Stay tuned for more!

I'm excited to launch this blog and share gallery news and pics about upcoming events and new merchandise.  I hope you get to know me a little better too. 

I'm also excited for my new upstairs office with lavender walls :)