Spring Recap｜Change, Loss, Hitting 100 Subscribers, Announcing Giveaway Winner
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- čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
- Since it's been so long since my last video, I figured I would give a little spring recap...
Also, huge thanks to everyone who got me to over 100 subscribers! And congrats to the crystal pendulum giveaway winner!
*Check out my online shop:
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*Join me on social media:
/ conjurejewerly
/ conjurejewelry
*Find more information about my supplier, Crystals from Peru:
/ crystalsfrom_peru
*Logo by Jess Spousta:
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*Music by Originaire:
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My Story:
As a life-long artist, I have many creative outlets and one of those is jewelry making, specifically with rocks, crystals, and gemstones. I was first introduced to the world of minerals by my amateur rockhound father at a young age and it’s been a passion of mine ever since. Over time, I have come to discover the reality behind how and where these beautiful treasures are actually obtained: usually, through unethical and environmentally unfriendly methods due to the mining industry being widely unregulated and untraceable. So as not to contribute to this tainted system of inhumane treatment and environmental destruction, I have established a personal, transparent relationship with an ethical, sustainable mining company based in the majestic Andes Mountains of Peru from which I source all of my jewelry’s crystals.
My Supplier's Story:
The mining company, Crystals from Peru, is managed by two partners, Paco Solano Santiago and Rodrigo Delgado Haro, with a like-minded vision to share their crystals with the rest of the world. With almost 50 years of combined experience in the mining industry between Paco and Rodrigo, they have been part of local community cultivation projects such as instituting rural credit programs, reforestation efforts, and the establishment of potable water systems. The miners themselves live and work in the Highlands of Peru, braving the challenging climate year-round. Their way of life relies heavily on a remarkable herd of native llamas, which transports minerals, supplies, food, and more across the rugged terrain. The mineral specimens are found and gathered either topically on the fields, on the walls of the mountains, or within the local area's mine, with minimal environmental impact as the community's production is heavily regulated and controlled by the government. The company works in harmony with the mining community, both parties benefiting and strengthening the growth of local mining together. The miners receive a fair profit due to their province abiding by a low tax system in order to promote employment and benefit the community which has historically been impoverished. Crystals from Peru's story is one of perseverance and dedication to forge a better way forward in the mining industry.
My Process:
Once I receive the crystals, natural and untouched straight from the mountains, I then drill them myself in my home workshop. As for the rest of my process, I purposefully do not use more materials than necessary which is why my designs are minimalist and simplistic in nature. In an effort to reuse and reduce waste, the hardware is either vintage or repurposed. I procure the hardware from a variety of places: local antique shops, other Etsy sellers, etc. The eco-friendly packaging consists of jewelry card holders which are hand-created from recycled cardboard, package cushioning alternatives such as corrugated cardboard, shredded paper, etc. and EcoEnclose mailers which are are recyclable and biodegradable.
My Vision:
Last but not least, all of these practices are aligned with my personal beliefs: the importance and sacredness of honoring all living beings and Mother Earth. My vision is to create jewelry that a customer can proudly wear, knowing their purchase, which was made with intention and informedness, had a positive ripple effect. Additionally, each piece is personally blessed with good intention before being sent off to its new home.
Sustainable. Ethical. Magical.
Also, I am so sorry for your loss. 🤗
Thanks for giving her a peaceful passing.
Beautiful scenery and great video. Elwood is a sweetheart. 🤗💗🤗
Your story and your vision are so inspiring!
Here's to many more subs 🥂
Nice job getting to 100. We've been at it for a while and we're not even close, but we're hanging in there. Good news is that making videos together has become fun enough that we don't really care anymore if anyone sees them! ^_^ Love the container gardens btw
UMMM how did I not know yall were doing this amazing CZcams channel?!? I just skimmed across some of your content and I absolutely love it! Instant subscribe! Same here, I just love creating videos as an artistic outlet!
@@conjurejewelry No worries. I thought we had subscribed to you over a month ago, but I guess I forgot to push the button. Or maybe I was using a different account. Either way, subbed now. Erin and I have been doing a lot of "upcycling" projects lately and might put that into a video of some-kind. Maybe we could collab on a video at some point. Seems like we care about a lot of the same things.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful video, I stopped watching at 4:53 just after knowing Cali was given a beautiful, relaxing, peaceful time before her long sleep. I feel your pain (In your heart) that tears you apart, that words can not define.
I have had a similar experience in 2016. I will continue watching your videos, found your channel just today. Cali is loved more than you will ever know. Thank you kindly.
Wow, Joel, thank you so much. This comment meant a lot. Thankfully, after 4:53, it takes an unexpected twist and gets much more positive. 🥲🤗
AAAHHHH....another tear jerker my god!!!... nicole ...u are a sweet soul...im so glad u and ur new kittys found each other...i know all too well the pain of a lost kitty...
Thank you so much for watching my videos and your kind comments! It means so much that this resonated with you.
I was supposed to start working on my Jewelries and editing my videos and so on. But this video popped up and now I am crying by your story 😢 You are beautiful minded person. All your cats are lucky to be found by you.
Wow Emi! Now you're going to make me cry. 🥲 Thank you so much for your beautiful comment. ❤️
Hey girlie, you have such good quality on your videos and I was wondering what type of camera you used? I’m sorry if you mentioned it before, but I just discovered your channel and am obsessed with what you do and how you do it.
Thank you so much, Evan! I use a Panasonic Lumix G7 camera and mainly film with the 14-42 standard kit lens and sometimes a 45-200 Lumix lens. For audio equipment I use a Rode VideoMic GO attached to the camera and a Shure MV88 usb mic attached to my iPhone when I want to record voice overs. ☺️