13 Thursday Nov 2014
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Some things never change! Thank you to all our customers for making this your favorite product for over a decade.
To learn about our 2014 edition, “True Blue”, visit unoallavolta.com
12 Wednesday Nov 2014
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Dear friends,
A gift from Uno Alla Volta is a gift from the heart, shaped by the human imagination, and crafted by human hands. I like to believe each handcrafted gift contains a bit of the spirit of the artisan. From what you tell me, you do too. To all of you who write to me and share your stories of the ways in which we and our artisans touch your life and the lives of those whom you love – THANK YOU!
In gratitude,
Terri S. Alpert
Founder & CEO
T.Alpert@unoallavolta.com
10 Monday Nov 2014
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For all of you who love the whimsical lady ornaments created by sisters Judy and Lynn in Pennsylvania, we have a new treat for you. These talented, hilarious sisters have taken their designs one step further to create these figurines, Anastasia and Natasha, loaded with personality. Each has a hand-painted face on Polish blown glass, a faux fur astrakhan hat and a fabulous hand-stitched cloak bejeweled with faux gems.
Sisters, Judy and Lynn, of Philadelphia grew up in a creative household where they were inspired by a mother whose creativity and sense of fun left an indelible mark. As children, they delighted in “re-purposing” household discards long before the trend became popular. And, now in “post-retirement,” they have formed a venture to bring fun and whimsy to others.
To see all of Judy and Lynn’s whimsical ornaments and décor, visit unoallavolta.com/judyandlynn.
07 Friday Nov 2014
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Our glittering new collection brings together designs inspired by the Edwardian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. Twilight blue Swarovski crystals bejewel gleaming rhodium-plated castings. These timeless classics mix and match and will never go out of style.
To see all of Daniel Lyons’ Art Deco pieces, visit: unoallavolta.com/daniel-lyons
29 Wednesday Oct 2014
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Uno Alla Volta LOVES cats, in fact we might be obsessed.
Our little creatures inspire us in many ways. They teach us to enjoy the simple things in life, help us master the art of patience, show us how to love unconditionally and most importantly demonstrate the virtue of curiosity. Cats remind us to pursue challenges while seeking answers to everything questioned – nourishing personal growth and knowledge.
In honor of National Cat Day we introduce you our inspiring companions.
28 Tuesday Oct 2014
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This week we are celebrating our feline companions in honor of National Cat Day, which is held on October 29th. To our many customers who have requested more cat-themed collectibles, keep a look out this week for more posts featuring our favorites!
In the small village of Boleslawiec, Poland, skilled artisans continue the tradition of Polish folk art with our hand-painted Polish Pottery cat sculptures that we couldn’t help but name. Each piece is handcrafted of stoneware, meticulously hand-painted using hand-carved sponges and fine brushwork, then glazed and fired at high temperatures for everlasting beauty.
Click here to view:
Celina & Delfina: http://bit.ly/1wyxwNx, Lusia: http://bit.ly/1FSv2i7
27 Monday Oct 2014
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Since 1966, Ermengildo and his wife Renata have been crafting and decorating exquisite blown-glass ornaments in the picturesque village of Bellagio, overlooking Italy’s Lake Como. Together with their daughter Annalisa, they create highly collectible glass ornaments. With remarkable craftsmanship, each ornament is carefully hand-blown using traditional techniques as they gather a dab of molten glass at the end of a tube, and then heat it over a flame as they gently blow to inflate the shape. To finish, the ornaments are then hand-painted with charming motifs honoring our animal friends.
Click here to view our pet ornements: http://bit.ly/ReigningCats http://bit.ly/ReigningDogs
23 Thursday Oct 2014
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Sisters, Judy and Lynn, of Philadelphia grew up in a creative household where they were inspired by a mother whose creativity and sense of fun left an indelible mark. As children, they delighted in “re-purposing” household discards long before the trend became popular. And, now in “post-retirement,” they have formed a venture to bring fun and whimsy to others.
Their newest work of art is this cheery seamstress, Stitch. She starts as a hand-blown Polish glass ball upon which our artisans bestow a unique personality. Each ornament is given just the right head full of fanciful trims, including ribbons, buttons, pins, even a mini pin cushion.
To see all of Judy and Lynn’s whimsical creations, visit: unoallavolta.com/judyandlynn.
17 Friday Oct 2014
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A creator of extraordinary beaded jewelry and accessories, Mariagrazia of Venice, Italy brings true artistry to her craft. Each piece is a masterpiece of composition, color, and construction – a work of art guided by the heart, and rewarded by the joy of sharing its beauty with the wearer.
Just in time for the holidays, Mariagrazia meticulously hand-strings hundreds of tiny glass seed beads onto fine gauge wire, then hand-shapes each delicate strand into these lavishly sculpted floral accessories. These limited edition pieces are masterfully handcrafted exclusively for Uno Alla Volta.
Learn more about this collection here: bit.ly/1vE91k2
09 Thursday Oct 2014
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Renowned among collectors, Massimo Strino, originally from Naples, now of Australia, crafts some of the world’s most breathtaking kaleidoscopes. Handcrafted in meticulous detail, they transport the beholder to a bygone era and create a sense of wonder – even before peering into the glass to gaze upon the magnificent display of color. Since 2008, Massimo has been dazzling Uno Alla Volta customers with works available nowhere else in all the world.
Our 2014 edition, the “Enchanted Garden” is his finest yet. A feast for the senses, each mesmerizing scope is constructed, in Massimo’s New York City studio, of brass lamp parts and bedecked with hand-carved and polished onyx, richly colored enamels and thousands of meticulously handset Swarovski crystals. Each comes with a crystal encrusted LED flashlight to shine upon the hummingbirds and sunflowers while they revolve to the tune of “Over the Rainbow.”
Click here to indulge in this breathtaking work of art
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