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Celebrating The Infinite Connections Among Us All

23 Tuesday Dec 2014

Posted by unoallavolta in Letters from Terri

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Each and every day, my team and I strive to live true to our vision – to bring the human connection into every interaction!

Many an entrepreneur can build a business that brings products to market, but how many can be as proud as I am to have shaped a company around a common set of values and a unified vision?

It brings me such joy to hear of the various ways we have made a difference in your lives and those of our artisans.

Let this holiday season – and always – be a celebration of the individuality of each of us, and the infinite connections amongst us all.

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Founder & CEO

T.alpert@unoallavolta.com

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Meet The Artisan: Sue Rioux

26 Wednesday Nov 2014

Posted by unoallavolta in Uno Alla Volta

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riouxartisanSue began her art career at the age of 12, selling watercolor paintings at art shows in Maine. After moving to Southern California, she began working in stained glass, and since moving back to Maine has focused solely on crafting kaleidoscopes. Today, in her home studio overlooking the scenic Kennebunk River, Sue designs and creates breathtaking kaleidoscopes, many of which can be found in private collections and museums worldwide.

From her home studio, Sue designs and creates collectible kaleidoscopes. She begins with pieces of hand-cut glass framed in hand-soldered copper and brass rods. Inside, a three-mirror magnification system displays an endless array of colors.

riouxTo see all of Sue’s collectible kaleidoscopes, visit: http://bit.ly/1yA6R2L

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Woven Golden Grass Treasures Of Brazil

17 Monday Nov 2014

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Artisans from the local communities of Jalapao, Brazil use techniques handed down from the indigenous people of the Amazon to create our shimmering woven jewelry. Master weavers intricately craft this unique collection from naturally golden-colored grass found in the remote desert-like lands of Brazil’s Jalapao region. Each piece of grass is dried, then wrapped with gold-colored thread and finished with amethyst stones and crystal accents.

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View our exotic collection here: http://bit.ly/1uid5U4

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For The Love Of Cats

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!

VENACATSIn 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

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Meet Our Artisans: Judy and Lynn

23 Thursday Oct 2014

Posted by unoallavolta in Meet The Artisan, Uno Alla Volta

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jotzartisanimageSisters, 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.

Shes a "Stitch" OrnamentTheir 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.

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Meet Our Artisan: Mariagrazia Of Venice

17 Friday Oct 2014

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GRAZIEA 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.Mariagrazia's Golden Murano Flower Necklace

Learn more about this collection here: bit.ly/1vE91k2

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Discover Russia’s St. Basil’s Cathedral

29 Monday Sep 2014

Posted by unoallavolta in Stonycreek Brands

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Built in the 16th century at the behest of Ivan the Terrible, St. Basil’s Cathedral sits at the geometric center of Moscow on Red Square. Its iconic form features multiple domes and spires decorated in extraordinary patterns and details that attest to the building’s – and the city’s – colorful past. Our Russian artisans carry on the traditions of their ancestors as they painstakingly hand-paint layer upon layer of  color and lacquer in exquisite detail for each hand-crafted piece inspired by St. Basil’s Cathedral & their national heritage.Russian Father Christmas Sculpture 

For this limited edition sculpture, our artisan, Olga of Moscow begins each piece by meticulously hand-carving the shape of Father Christmas from hand-selected basswood. She then brings each cheery figure alive with an exquisitely painted face and robe adorned with golden details and a wintery scene featuring St. Basil’s Cathedral in times of old. Act fast as only 50 will ever be made!

To see our entire collection of Russian artistry visit: http://bit.ly/russian-artistry

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Reserve Your 2015 & 2016 Polish Pottery Jack-O’-Lantern

24 Wednesday Sep 2014

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We worked for two years to design our Halloween Polish pottery collection with our friends in Boleslawiec, Poland. Our artisans have been making and preparing the collection since March, exclusively for Uno Alla Volta.

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Our exceptionally popular 2014 Polish pottery jack-O’- lantern has been selling beyond our wildest dreams. We are so sorry that we can no longer deliver any new orders of this 2014 edition Polish pottery jack-o’-lantern until well after Halloween. It is absolutely gorgeous and well worth the wait.

Because our jack-o’-lanterns are flying out of our door faster than they can come in, we have created a reservation list for our future polish pottery Jack O’ Lantern editions. You may wish to reserve your 2015 & 2016 edition now, risk free, you may cancel at any time.

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Click these links for “first dibs” on future editions:

2015 Jack-o’-lantern: http://bit.ly/1rnrTk6

2016 Jack-o’-lantern: http://bit.ly/1psAtso

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Meet our Polish Pottery Artisans: Weronika and Jacek

15 Monday Sep 2014

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We worked with our friends, Weronika and Jacek, to develop our newest exclusive Halloween collection for 2014. Together,we found just the right color-pallet, stamps and ceramic shapes to bring together this year’s seasonal stoneware assortment.

In their buzzing workshop in the village of Boleslawiec, Poland, our Polish artisans brought our designs to life, creating these charming hand-painted collectibles of pottery. Each stoneware piece is meticulously hand-painted with whimsical Halloween motifs using hand-carved sea sponges and fine brushwork, showcasing the highest level of decorative artistry and skill. Each one is then fired at high temperatures for vessels of enormous durability and years of enjoyment.

Polish Pottery Halloween Collection

Remember, you can only find these Halloween Polish pottery pieces exclusively at Uno Alla Volta. Act fast as this spooky collection is going quickly!

Visit unoallavolta.com/polishpottery to see all of our stunning Polish stoneware pieces. Don’t forget to pre-order your 2015 & 2016 Jack-O’-Lanterns before they disappear.

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Informing And Empowering The Individual

12 Friday Sep 2014

Posted by artisanmoments in Letters from Terri, Stonycreek Brands

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Fight With Grace
One of our artisans, Judy, credits her recovery from breast cancer to Dr. Weiss who has built the world’s most utilized resource for helping women and their loved ones make sense of the complex medical and personal information to make the best decisions for their lives.

Breastcancer.org touches the lives of 9 million people each year.

Each year Judy has created special ornament editions to support the cause. This year’s powerful woman is Grace and she is available only through Uno Alla Volta.

I am delighted to join Judy and Marisa in the fight against breast cancer. Uno Alla Volta is a proud sponsor of the upcoming “Rock the Ribbon” event in Philadelphia.

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Terri S. Alpert
Founder & CEO

T.alpert@unoallavolta.com

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