Shannon Jilge, Author at Fair Ivy

Posted on 04/14/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Herb garden cloth napkins {The Thyme subscription}

Decorated with green herbs and made from super soft flour sack cotton, this month’s Thyme subscription will look lovely on any table. The April surprise is on it’s way from straight from this month’s artist to mailboxes across the country and we’re so happy to share it with all of you.

Even the box is stamped and decorated, letting you know something great is inside. Once opened, you’ll see a sprig of thyme and an artist’s card telling you a bit about themselves and the gift inside.

This set of cloth napkins is made by Katie and Nick Forte, the faces behind June & December. Hand sewn from flour sack cotton and printed with colorful garden herbs, these cloth napkins are pretty and designed for everyday use.

June & December is based in Michigan and offers so much more than tea towels. All of their items are designed with the little details in mind. Carefully chosen materials and manufacturers, little touches that add beauty and a belief that little things make a big difference carry through their work and show in everything that can be found in their store. To see the lovely home goods, gifts and paper items visit them at www.junedecember.com. Fair Ivy subscribers that receive the Thyme subscription will also receive a code for a discount on their next purchase from June & December.

Posted on 04/14/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Sterling Silver Bangle {The Rosemary Subscription}

Rosemary subscribers have something lovely coming their way this month! Elegant in it’s simplicity, this sterling silver bangle arrives carefully packaged and the wrapping is almost too pretty to open.

The silver bangles are accented with cubic zirconia and can be worn alone or stacked with other pieces for even more impact. The design of the silver bangle allows it to be adjusted to the wearer, allowing it to fit comfortably and just how you like it.

Each piece is handmade by Virginia Wynne, a Louisiana native and owner of VirginiaWynne Designs. Starting with a love for rocks at a young age and eventually moving into jewelry design, offering items made from sterling silver, raw brass, 14K gold and other metals.

You can shop for the sterling silver bangle that was hand picked for Fair Ivy subscribers and Virginia’s other designs at www.virginiawynnedesigns.com or in her Etsy shop.

Posted on 03/22/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Silver Toggle Necklace {The Thyme Subscription}

March is bringing a lovely handmade gift to the doorsteps and mailboxes of our Thyme subscribers! Simple and chic with handworked details, crafted by hand and wrapped with care, this little package is full of charm. Keep reading to see what is inside.

The first thing inside this month’s surprise box is a welcome from the artist and a look into her creative process. The artist for this month’s Thyme subscription is based in southern California and each piece of jewelry is made by hand, with no two being exactly alike. The shop is named for the materials that are used by the artist in her designs and our subscribers will find tips for caring for their new item and keeping it looking great.

We love surprises and the extra detail to the packaging makes this surprise extra special. Once this month’s gift box is open, the lovely spring colors, bits of golden twine and a carefully wrapped little box are there to greet you. Tucked inside the smallest box, you’ll find this month’s gift- a handmade silver toggle necklace designed exclusively for our Fair Ivy subscribers.

The handmade silver necklace our Thyme subscribers received features a Swarovski (faux) pearl wrapped with thin silver coils and a silver toggle adds detail to the clasp. All of the items at Lemesto are designed to have a luxurious feel yet still be wearable in everyday life. This toggle necklace is no exception and fits in whether dressing up or lounging at home.

Arielle, the owner of Lemesto, offers handmade earrings, rings and necklaces as well as home decor items in her shop. Many of her items use natural stones and metal elements, mixing simple design with Bohemian influences. To see more of the items designed by Arielle or pick up a piece to complement your toggle necklace, visit Lemesto at www.lemesto.com.

Posted on 02/22/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Dainty Circle Necklace {The Rosemary subscription}

Minimalist lines and simple clean styling can be found in the Rosemary gift subscription box this month. With classic design details, the gold circle necklace from Simply Lovely Handmade is sure to be an instant favorite that is perfect for wearing everyday. Keep reading to see the circle necklace and to find out more about the artist and the handmade jewelry she offers.

The Rosemary gift this month is a simple gold necklace that can be layered with other pieces or worn alone. The handmade jewelry by this month’s artist is designed to be worn effortlessly as an everyday casual piece or as a bit of understated glam to dress up an evening out.

Adding another layer of charm to this month’s Rosemary subscription, the February gift arrives in a sweet little box that is adorned with a golden bow and covered in tiny hearts that were made using a hand carved stamp made by the artist’s husband.

This circle necklace floats on a delicate gold cable chain and at a comfortable 20″ length, it sits just below the collar line when worn. Each piece is designed and handmade by Sara from Simply Lovely Handmade at her studio in St. Charles, MO.

In her store, Simply Lovely Handmade, you can find more necklaces, statement pieces, earrings and other handmade jewelry. Fair Ivy subscribers will also find a special discount code with their monthly package to enjoy using in the Simply Lovely Handmade shop.

Crafting each piece from start to finish, Sara keeps simple lines and delicate touches at the forefront of her designs.We hope you enjoy your gold circle necklace and admire it as much as we do!

Posted on 02/22/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Stamped Ceramic Mug {The Thyme Subscription}

February is flying by but there is still a chill in the air, making this month’s Thyme subscription the perfect item to cozy up with. Handmade and full of little details, these stamped ceramic mugs are overflowing with character and charm. Keep reading to see what our Thyme subscribers received.

Crafted by Tiernee at The Foraged Feather, each ceramic mug is stamped by hand and painted with food safe glazes before being fired a single time and wrapped with care for those receiving the Thyme monthly subscription.

Be sure to check out all the little details, from the tiny heart sitting just above the handle to the textured stamp adding color and whimsy. Carefully pressed into the bottom of this ceramic mug is a reminder to see the beauty around us and to embrace the small moments with joy.

The clay used at The Foraged Feather is locally sourced and Tiernee recycles unused bits of clay, water and other resources, choosing to be deliberately mindful of the world around us. Each package contains an artist’s card that tells more about the artist and the crafting process, as well as where to find more of their work.

We hope you enjoy this lovely ceramic mug, perfect for snuggling up with hot tea, coffee or rich hot cocoa and warding off the chill in the air. If you’d like to see other ceramic mugs, stamped ceramic plates and handmade pottery pieces made at The Foraged Feather, visit Tiernee at www.etsy.com/shop/TheForagedFeather.

We can’t stop smiling when we look at it!

Make sure to check back soon and get a peek at the monthly subscription boxes that are being delivered to our Rosemary subscribers. Both subscription boxes contain unique, curated items that are handmade and hand wrapped by the artist’s themselves.

Posted on 01/15/201609/08/2020 by Shannon Jilge

Crossbody Purse {the Rosemary Subscription}

This January, our Rosemary subscribers received an item full of bright bold patterns, balanced with neutral tones and gold accents, all wrapped up in thoughtful packaging and delivered directly to their mailboxes.

Our artist for January is September Skye and the package is wrapped to give you just a hint of what is in store. We love the tag and the splash of color mixed with classic craft paper.

As always, each package has an artist card to tell you more about the creative minds behind each and every item. Debbie, the owner of September Skye, makes her items and sells them in shops as well as on Etsy. Named after her children, Debbie make bags, purses and accessories for women, boys and girls. She has been sewing since she was a little girl and her items are full of surprising details. The crossbody purse that was hand selected for our subscribers is no exception. The cream bag has an adjustable strap and can be worn over the shoulder or as a hipster bag.

The cross body bag has gold accents to add a bit of glitter and faux leather touches give it a sophisticated edge. This hipster bag is a great size for carrying your necessities without weighing you down and we love that you have your hands free when wearing it.

Along with the gold and leather detailing, this crossbody purse has a bold patterned interior that is sure to make you smile. All of the items at September Skye are custom made and every bag, purse and accessory is one a unique piece. To see more of Debbie’s work, be sure to visit her Etsy shop, September Skye.