Monday, February 28, 2011

Chart Story From Jehanne E., From Severn Heights, MD

There is no place like home.

My daughter loved her key chain. She "got it" immediately. It was a chart of where our house is- so she looked at it for a while and said, "Is this home?". And I said, "Yes, now that you are graduated and 'leaving home' you'll always be able to find your way back." It was really good!

Another great gift idea! A Chart piece is the perfect way to keep memories close, regardless of how far away you are. Thanks for sharing your story Jehanne!

Wear your world. Tell your story. What's yours?

Thursday, February 24, 2011

CHART metalworks, WEAR YOUR WORLD: Kingston, NJ

Another New Jersey location but this time in Kingston (a boutique-y shopping area next to Princeton University). We loved designing these beauties from topo maps. We met owner, Laraine, at the show in Atlanta and she fell in love with the idea of creating a line to feature the college and other areas nearby.

Dabbler's Boutique is located right on Route 27 in Kingston...you can't miss it.

Many universities are marked on topo maps...have you thought about cuff links or earrings of your alma mata?
Just type in the name of the school in 'Other Notes' when ordering online!

Wear your world. Tell your story. What's yours?

Monday, February 21, 2011

Chart Story From Marci L., Boston Harbor, MA


Lobster diving memories to last a lifetime, what a great way to say Happy Birthday!

My father really loves his belt buckle with the Boston Harbor on it. He dives for lobsters there once a year, as well as having lived in the area his whole life. He also loves belt buckles and things that will start a conversation, so this was the perfect gift for his 70th birthday. He's just trying to deal with people wanting a closer look at the buckle while he is wearing it- that could be a little bit awkward!

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Wear your world. Tell your story. What's yours?

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

CHART metalworks, Wear Your World: Red Bank, NJ

We are now featured at Shore Chic in Red Bank, NJ! Located near the beautiful NJ coast...a short drive to Sandy Hook--Long Beach Island--Sea Bright...this shop has e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g to plan your special wedding day and beautiful trinkets and such for the home (think: beachy home decor, furniture, handbags, gifts & jewelry).

If you can't get to NJ to visit their shop, you must check them out online: www.shorechic.com. An endless array of coastal goodies!

And how perfect that the owner, Maureen, spotted us at a recent trade show to add our chart and map jewelry collection to her hand picked selection of product. We're excited to be featured at Shore Chic and look forward to working with brides looking to give a special wedding party gift (cuff links of the engagement and marriage locations for the future husband?) and wedding favors.

Wear your world. Tell your story. What's yours?

Monday, February 14, 2011

Chart Story from Marilyn S., Nawiliwili Harbor, HI

We were touched when Marilyn shared her struggle of attaining a correct diagnosis for cancer. What a beautiful way to say thank you!

This is for my doctor who sails out of Lihue Harbor, Kauai, HI. While I work as an RN at the hospital with him, I got this piece of jewelry for him after he successfully diagnosed me with cancer. I had been misdiagnosed for 5 months prior to becoming his patient. He is a member of the Nawiliwili Yacht Club and enjoys sailing. I found out about you in the Coastal Living Magazine and I though this would be a great ocean themed gift for someone whom I am forever thankful for. I wanted to present him with this key ring as a reminder of his free time on the water because that is exactly what he gave me, more free time.

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Wear your world. Tell your story. What's yours?