Initially Yours & Company

CLOTHING SALE~

2011-09-17T20:53:00.000-05:00

Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Garden-of-Beaden , click "LIKE" and enjoy the sale!

Sink In

2011-07-03T22:37:00.001-05:00

Sink In

Saturday July 23, 2011

9:00-11:00

Class Fee: $60.00

Want your epoxy to look like glass? Then this one’s for you- we will show you both types of epoxy. You will learn how to mix 2 part epoxy and we will use the mixable in a tube epoxy. We will use epoxy that will set within 5 minutes and cure within 24 hours. We will show you how to layer your images, place crystals or other elements to add dimension to your creation. All materials will be provided for you to complete your pendant. You will leave with a Tupperware container with your pendant inside for traveling purposes. We don’t want lint in your piece, so if you’re traveling, this will ensure that it travels well! The day of your class, you will receive a 20% discount on any pendant/ring/bracelet blank that is purchased.

We like to keep our classes on the small side so that each of you get the time you deserve during your class. If you have a larger group and would like to make a special reservation, we will schedule your class when we are not open so you can enjoy our store exclusively.

What's Knot to Love?

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What’s Knot to Love?

Saturday July 16, 2011

9:00-11:00 a.m.

Class Fee: $40.00

This one happened on accident! Wanting to make a wrap bracelet that didn’t take forever to create, we came up with an old favorite with current beads! Wear as a necklace, doubled necklace, bracelet or belt! Materials provided, beads seen in or as close to those pictured and waxed linen. We will show you how to complete with or without findings! The day of your class, you will receive a 10% discount on all glass and semi-precious beads purchased.

Basic Beading

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Basic Beading

Saturday July 9, 2011

9:00-10:00 a.m.

Class Fee: $35.00

Come learn how to assemble a necklace properly! Correct use of tools, names for findings and components. Materials provided, beads seen in or as close to those pictured, sterling silver findings and instructions. The day of your class, you will receive a 10% discount on all glass and semi-precious beads purchased.

4th of July in Fredericksburg

2011-06-01T08:56:00.000-05:00

Below is a link to the flyer from the Fredericksburg, Texas Visitor's Bureau on all the 4th of July festivities!
So much is going on and it is going to be a terrific weekend!!

http://www.visitfredericksburgtx.com/July42011Flyer.pdf

Fun & Funky at The Garden of Beaden

2011-05-20T21:52:00.000-05:00

We are constantly trying to find new ways to use beads, make fashion jewelry not so ordinary. I am always attracted to beads that are different, bright, and happy! Here are a few new necklaces I made today. The necklace with the "ball" charm happened on accident, I love it! Different...

Project Runway...

2011-05-12T11:24:00.000-05:00

I have tried to flip the last 3 photos! You are going to have to lay down while viewing them! They are saved correctly...but alas, they are sideways! Who has a 50 yard roll of tulle, pearl topped pins, rose petals and two windows that receive direct sunlight every day? WE DO!~ I love to merchandise our windows, but everything fades, so I have to put merchandise in them that we don't mind writing off. So, off to Michael's I go in search of something cute to catch your eye! We went with June Brides...tulle and flowers aplenty. They look dreamy and fresh.

New Look for Garden of Beaden

2011-05-12T11:14:00.000-05:00

Garden of Beaden is branching out! I have to admit that I am hoarding the resin flowers! I have ordered more along with filigree findings so you too can do these designs. I will post pictures when they arrive. :) We actually have a week off from our second job, so the bead girls are going bead shopping!! I will picture our loot when we arrive home.

Happy Beading!

Happy Mother's Day

2011-05-08T00:00:00.000-05:00

Garden of Beaden would like to wish every Mom a Happy Mother's Day!

Lampwork Explosion!

2011-05-01T18:57:00.001-05:00

Black Beauties $78.00

Earth Palate $87.00

OOhh La La- $68.00 Sold

Red Poppy Ring- $45.00

Viva Fiesta $79.00

More beads on the way-

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When I post beads, please remember they are probably handmade, so they are OOAK- One of a kind! If you're interested in having me make something for you with them, make sure you email me asap! Otherwise, I will post what I make with them and the price.

Have a terrific day- Hugs

Back to Basics!

2011-04-25T21:20:00.000-05:00

We are going back to the basics, we are bringing back INCREDIBLE lampwork beads, sterling silver you can't find just anywhere and a new line of vintage beads and Saint Charms.

Here is an example of a new charm on the way. I was shopping in an antique store in Boerne, Texas and found several Saint charms and an OLD token from the San Antonio Transit Authority. It is darling. Can't wait to make something fun with it.

Garden of Beaden's New Look

2011-04-25T20:43:00.001-05:00

This is just a sampling of the new beads that are on the way! We have purchased these from an artist in Croatia! I can't wait to get them.

We have changed our website to a blog for the time being. We have taken on a second location in San Antonio and want to keep our inventory fresh and up to date. In the past 12 months we have turned merchandise quite quickly. We have changed our store dramatically. Our lines have changed and we think for the better.

We can't wait to hear the feedback-

November Classes

2010-11-03T09:16:00.003-05:00

Check out our classes on Facebook! Go to facebook: Garden of Beaden. The classes are listed under events. Call the store to reserve your spot now! 830-997-4270

Get ready for Christmas, make your someone special- SOMETHING SPECIAL!

November Classes

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FUNDRAISER

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Garden of Beaden and Initially Yours & Company are helping two local schools with a fundraiser. For each pendant that is ordered on our website, we will donate $10 of each sale to either Comfort High School Band Booster or Fredericksburg Middle School 8th Grade Class!

Simply send us your picture via email that you would like us to insert into the pendant shape of your choice, we can add crystals and charms if you would like and you have a gift! If you would like to include Dad in on the fundraiser, we have added a key chain just for Dad!

If you have any questions, please contact us at 830-997-4270 or svande1000@omniglobal.net . Please email your pictures to our Photographer Dana Lindner at photobydana@yahoo.com .

CLASSES!!

2010-09-17T08:30:00.002-05:00

Classes are being added to our facebook page:

Go to facebook and enter Garden of Beaden, they are listed on our events page.

I pooped out a little last night and only have the first 3 or 4 for September and October listed, I will add more tonight when we get back from buying new beads and sterling silver.

2010-09-08T22:42:00.002-05:00

Almost 6 years ago to the day, Garden of Beaden had our baby boy Big Daddy Jr. show up! He was born at the Christian Coffee Shop and Andy was his Dad until he "delivered" him to us.

Big Daddy has gone to live with all the other roosters in Heaven. Last year when he molted (lost all his summer feathers to grow winter ones), he kept molting. When we took him to the Vet, we were told his protein levels were low. The doctor put him on hen laying food. Concerned he would get "man boobies", he started to perk up.

This summer, Big Daddy was having a bit of trouble walking. Sissy and Mom took him back to the doctor, he gave him a steroid to help with the pain. It helped for a few weeks. Today when I arrived at the shop, I carried Big Daddy in the shop. He didn't eat much and refused to drink. He was not doing well, his head was down and he looked tired. Having to make the decision to keep Big Daddy and be selfish while trying to give him the best life possible just didn't seem fair. Big Daddy went to live with God today. After so much rain and about an hour after we took him to the Vet, the sun came out like it hadn't in days. We feel like Big Daddy made it to Heaven to be with God just fine! We will miss him. He made driving up to our store so much fun EVERY single day! He would run across the back yard and hop up on the fence to wait for us to get out of the car. What a treat everyday!

SwitchFlops

2010-08-25T08:40:00.003-05:00

Lindsay Phillips introduces her new Fall Line of Surprises!

Sprinkling in to Garden of Beaden are new shoes, new straps and new snaps. We have received about 18 cases of new merchandise. We are checking it in, uploading pictures, and preparing for a huge Labor Day weekend!

Stay tuned to our website for updated products:
www.initiallyyoursandcompany.com

A Ring A Day-

2010-08-25T08:32:00.003-05:00

STAXX Rings has introduced NEW MUST HAVE pieces. Todays ring features new and existing pieces from the Staxx line.

Ring Base: $20.00

Green CZ Topper: $12.00

Black Zebra Stripes: $11.00

Mother of Pearl Disk: $7.00

Open Mum: $10.00

Total Ring: $60.00

Keep in mind that once you have your ring base and at least one topper, the pieces start at $1.00 to $35.00. Change your ring every day to match your personality! It's as simple as 1-2-3!

Lindsay Phillips In Style Magazine

2010-05-19T20:37:00.003-05:00

Get your Cedar Key Bag from Garden of Beaden before they are all gone! As seen in In Style Magazine!!!!

Evie White Gold Espadrille is in stock now! WHITE HOT!!

Out with the old!

2010-05-14T20:42:00.002-05:00

This next week we are deciding which lines we will keep in our shop and which ones we are going to let go! June market is right around the corner, we are almost 30 days away. So, we are cleaning out our backroom, tools, beads, soldering products, magazines, books...all on sale, and only on our website! It will show up under the "On Sale" tab. I will list items until they're gone!

Web Designer Anyone?

2010-05-12T12:54:00.002-05:00

I want to share with everyone what a WONDERFUL web designer we have!!!! Her name is Amy Irwin, LLC and her company is www.simplycreative.com .

Not only did she put together a super fun website, but she put what was in my mind on the computer screen for you to see. What is more terrific is the fact that she comes to my rescue when I need her...even on weekends and holidays!!! Dedication should be her middle name.

No matter what you're looking for she has it; business card designs, boutique website templates, stickers, print logos, and of course her website designs. I looked at EVERY single website she built before I asked her to do mine. She is all about one of a kind type looks.

And anything worth having, is worth waiting for...you know when you've found a good designer when there is a waiting list! So, get on her list!!! You will be so happy and your site will pay for itself within months. Ours did!!!

Happy Website Building-
Shelli

Garden of Beaden Invites You To Shop For A Cause!

2010-05-11T20:46:00.004-05:00

Who-

Create a shopping foursome with three of your shopping girlfriends (or brew buddies). Be sure to add a team name and costumes for some serious fun!

What-

Competitive shopping for a cause. Think golf tournament with a twist and without golf prices. Registration is only $200 per team.

When-

September 10- Preview Parties

Participating Sponsor stores will be hosting Preview Parties throughout the day and extending their hours for your previewing pleasure.

September 11- Shopping Tournament Day

Where-

Fredericksburg, Texas- The shopping mecca of the Hill Country.

Why-

Make this girlfriend getaway count for more.

Fun for you and a fundraiser for Boys and Girls Club of the Texas Hill Country. http://www.bgcatxhc.org/

How do you register?

Registering for the Shopping Tournament online is safe, secure, and easy. Register by June 30th and to be entered into our Early Bird Drawing. Everyone who confirms their contact information online will be entered into our online drawing as well. Here is how it works:

1. Go to http://www.shoppingtournament.org/

2. Click on register your team!

3. Enter your Team name.

4. Enter your Teammates' (Including yourself) names and email addresses. They will then receive an email invitation to enter our online drawing. The $200 registration fee is for the entire Team and is paid by only one member.

5. You will be directed to Paypal. You do NOT have to have a Paypal account to register.

6. Upon completing your registration, Paypal will redirect you to the Boys and Girls Club website. You can get back to the Shopping Tournament website from there.

Vote Garden of Beaden as the Best Store in Fredericksburg, Texas!

2010-05-03T21:33:00.001-05:00

Click on the following link and Vote Garden of Beaden as your favorite store to shop in while visiting Fredericksburg. Show Texans where true hospitality begins!

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The Bead Babes appreciate you! (And so does Big Daddy) :)