Feb 1, 2012

BATTLE of Jewelry Maker inventory programs





























Hi all,


I am super excited about all of the great energy this New Year is bringing!   The theme so far, is money, money management, efficiency, and all that is small business related.  I have been in search for a software-accounting-inventory system that would work for my #smallbusiness needs.  After years of eyeing  JEWELRY DESIGNER MANAGER I have finaly ruled it out.  It seems perfect in many ways.  They have multiple editions depending on your needs (including a craft edition)!!!!!  Being that I am a die hard Mac user, I would have to run parallels or boot camp in order to use it.   I wanted it so badly, that I even purchased bootcamp.  However it took up space on my hardrive, and I still needed to buy a windows operating system + microsoft office.   And that my friends was cost prohibitive for me.  




Soooooooooo  I did some research and purchased BEAD MANAGER PRO!   It is Mac & Windows compatible.  It was only $160 (with tax), and came with a lot of SWAG (aka free stuff).  Part of the Swag included a Jewelry Business Free tips ebook which you can also get for Free if you visit their Facebook page.  The features seem comparable to the Jewelry Designer Manager program mentioned above.  I even like Bead Manager Pro's interface. 


Since I just purchased it tonight, and can't wait to play with it,  I will update you soon on the ins and outs of this program as well as others I have used on a trial basis.  


Until next time, 


KEEP CREATING!!!!!!!!!!!!



Jan 31, 2012

Sexy Jewelry for Valentines' Day

Drusy Agate 'Cryptonite' Rings 
Here are some pieces I have been working on, with Valentine's day in mind!!!!  What do you think?  

More Drusy Agate 'Cryptonite' Sets, Ring and Earrings!


 If you love these pieces you will love my ''Cryptonite' Necklaces, check them out here.  

Jan 30, 2012

Featured at Handbag Designer 101




AINGEEL-Z jewelry & Accessories was featured as Designer of the Day at HANDBAG DESIGNER 101!
I am super excited about this, mention.  If you did not know that I design bags, check them out here.  


 HANDBAG DESIGNER 101 is an amazing resource for independent handbag designers.  Not only can you register to be apart of this online design community, you can apply for the Independent handbag designer awards!!!!   If you are not interested in that, at least pick up Emily Blumenthal's Handbag Designer 101 it includes every thing you need to know about being a designer!

Dec 22, 2011

Happy Holidays!!!


May this season bring you peace, joy, and prosperity!!!!         

Dec 13, 2011

WINTER SALE = FREE shipping!

Tis the Season to be Saving!!!! 


AingeelZ's Winter Sale equals Free shipping for all stock through December.  Simply use code FREEship



Dec 3, 2011

New cocktail Rings: CRYPTONITE RINGS IN BRASS


"Cryptonite" Rings

My newest creations!  I have had all of these stones for some time now.  I just had to find the right time for them to speak to me.  The Copper nugget (upper left), I purchased while on a road trip with mom in Norther California.  I spotted a Gem shop and had to make a detour.  For some crazy reason I only bought two of these spectacular stones :(   So the moral of the story is these rings in particular (with these stones) are a limited edition run.  But don't worry because I am always inspired by rare materials and beautiful gems !!!  

I have been told I have a wonderful eye (wink!)  So if you miss out on this set, there are more to come.

Aingeel-Z 

Nov 28, 2011

Oct 29, 2011

Rosie the Riveters 1938



Rosie the Riveters | 1938


Young African American women employed by the Douglas Aircraft Company in Long Beach, California, 1938. Two of thousands of African Americans who moved to California and through the West Coast during World War II to find work in arms and munitions plants.






This is my new favorite picture.  It sums up a part of my cultural-family-and personal style history.  It is a foreshadowing of what could be know as "california" style.  From the modern day rockabillys', to the girls of east LA.   It is a snapshot of keeping it sexy, but able to work a power tool.     
I am so inspired by these ladies.  Maybe its because my grandfather worked/retired from this same Douglas Aircraft.  Whatever the case these Woman ROCK!!!!





Oct 24, 2011

JEWEL BUZZ: HOW DO YOU ROCK YOUR AINGEEL-Z?

    

MARIAN ROCKS HER'S WHILE ON VACATION.  SHE LOVED IT SO MUCH SHE TOOK HER CRYPTONITE NECKLACE WITH HER!  I CANT TELL IF THE CRYSTAL, OR HER COCO SKIN LOOK MORE RADIANT!!!
MARIAN 
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL


Isn't she working it?
Picture taken in Antigua (take us with you next time Marian)






Show us how you rock your jewels.............
(email Jewelry@aingeelz.com)


#naturalhair: Jamillah Collier of Khamit Kinks 

Oct 10, 2011

Dear Aingeel-Z Jewelry Lovers

A hug and a kiss to all of you who came out to Atlantic Antic!!!  It was a success thanks to you.  I appreciate your loyality (especially Roger), and encouragement. 



This year Aingeel-Z was stationed near Atlantic & Bond St, which was all the way live!!!   Not only was there a Gospel Choir Singing, it was booths away from Khamit Kinks (the renowned natural hair salon where I work at) I was able to see clients, send clients over, and use their lovely rest room facilities.




Enough about the location, lets see some photos!





Sheryl And I had a great time catching up.  Can't wait for us to get together for jewelry night, since she is a fellow jewelry artist. 

Lovely shoppers!


Melody, a good friend and colleague stopped by to show her love and support.  Isn't she beautiful?!!!!






My right hand Woman Annie and I yapping about the little girl who almost rode here bike into the table of products!  If you look closely you can see the back tires of her pink bike.   lol!

Agate Buckles nearly sold out this year! 


Terra won the Facebook fan page drawing and is pictured here picking up her free gift.  The 50th fan to like my fan page will win a gift too!


P.S.  Please write your comments below.



Thanks Again,

Aingeel

Oct 1, 2011

Atlantic Antic Location!!!! See you Soon

AINGEEL-Z'S exact location at the Atlantic Antic will be 415 Atlantic Ave.   Booth HS10  Btwn Bond and Nevins St on Atlantic (but closer to the corner of bond).   




Now that you know where we are.  Stop by and Redeem your 
BUY 1 get 20% OFF next item discount.  Just mention the September Issue. 

Sep 15, 2011

TARGET FOR MISSONI. I got mine, did you get yours?




   



This week Target launched it's Missoni line.  Missoni's luxury brand is available at Target while supplies last.  I ordered online the 2nd day Missoni became available, and many things were already sold out.  Now I love fashion,  especially prints and texture, but I am not fanitical about my wears.  I heard that people were setting there alarms for 6am, just to ensure they got a coveted Missoni- With this Italian brand being manufactured exclusively for target the price point makes this luxury brand accessible to you and me.  I am not an early bird so no waking up in the A.M.for me, but I did find some great pieces from this limited collection.  




Please let us know what piece of luxury you purchased from this wonderful collection!  


I ordered this Train Case which will house make-up for   when I do photoshoots.
These are the perfect accompany to the Train Case above, so naturally I had to have them too!!

Sep 13, 2011

37th Annual Atlantic Antic Festival

  Atlantic Antic is fast approaching...      


 

    

Save the date: October 2nd

Come to Brooklyn on Sunday October 2nd for the gigantic Atlantic Antic Street Festival!

The infamous Atlantic Avenue will be transformed into a 1.5 mile bazaar where thousands will gather for the 37th Annual Festival, one of New York's best-loved street festivals. .

WHEN: Sunday October 2nd from 12PM-6PM

WHERE: Atlantic Avenue between Hicks Street in Brooklyn Heights/Cobble Hill to Fourth Avenue in Boerum Hill. 

STAY TUNED: For More information...






HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!