Whether it's a marriage or a special friendship, milestones are important. We've had the pleasure of helping hundreds of couples find the perfect piece to celebrate their relationship. More than just finding a piece with the "right number" of Diamonds, why not find the piece with the "right aura" that shows how well you truly know each other? Contact us for in-store shopping assistance, or to schedule an appointment for a custom piece. Click through the gallery below for inspiration:
Shop AMS online or in-store between now and February 10th to be entered* to win a PRIZE PACKAGE including:
Stumped about what to get your Valentine? Anniversary bands are sure to satisfy, and come in styles as unique as your sweetie! Looking for a more traditional gift? We have a variety of formal and informal Diamond Tennis Bracelets to choose from!
*All customers who purchase in-stock items between now and Friday February 10th are automatically entered into a drawing to win the Valentine's Day Gift Package! Winner will be drawn and announced at 4pm on Fri. Feb. 10th (prize can be picked up during store hours on Saturday February 11th [10a-4p] or Tuesday February 14th [10a-6p]).
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All customers who purchase in-stock items between now and Saturday February 11th are automatically entered into a drawing to win the Valentine's Day Gift Package! Winner will be drawn and announced at 4pm on Sat. Feb. 11th (prize can be picked up during store hours [10a-6p] on Tuesday February 14th).
Gift Package to Include:
ATTENTION LAST MINUTE Valentine's Day SHOPPERS: Although you will not be eligible to win the grand prize Gift Package, ALL PURCHASES MADE ON FEBRUARY 14TH WILL RECEIVE A BOX OF HANDMADE CHOCOLATES! See in-store for details or call 262-633-0545 with any questions.
It's hard to believe it's already Valentine's Day project time! We've got some fabulous new pieces in the works for this upcoming season; especially a few new pairs of Mokume Gane Earrings! Take a look at the images below to get an idea of what Chris has been working on (these pieces are already sold, but illustrate his current line quite well).
We hope that the New Year finds each of you well. Notice that we've returned to our regular store hours: Tues-Thurs 10a-6p, Fri 10a-7p, Sat 10a-4p, Closed Sunday and Monday. Remember that walk-ins are always welcome, but we do recommend scheduling an appointment if one-on-one design attention is needed. Click here or call 262-633-0545 to schedule today!
Here's our staff photo from our 2016 Christmas Party:
Chris Sklba, Stephanie Sklba, Mallory Olesen Willing, Emily Jones, Laura Swetish, Diana Krause
We'll be here working hard, so why not have the door open, RIGHT?! :)
Every day from now thru Christmas Eve, stop on in to:
Here's a recap of our Holiday Hours:
ee you Downtown!
Happy December, AMS Family! We know it's a busy month, so don't forget about our Holiday Sunday hours (11am-3pm thru Christmas) for any of your shopping or custom work pick-up needs! And remember to stop in for these great December Downtown events:
Our staff posing in their 2016 Ugly Sweater Best!
November is so full of life! The world around us is changing, and we find ourselves busier and busier as we prep for the winter months and holidays. Here's a quick list of November events:
Click the name of any event above to be directed to that event's webpage. As always, check our Facebook page, blog, or in-store for the most up to date information on AMS event details.
In addition to our regular in store Wish List (the hard-copy book at the counter that you're used to), this year we're adding something new for November's First Friday: a Photo Wish List! Here's the blurb we put out explaining the event:
Art Metals Studio, 332 Main Street, is hosting their “Photo Wish List” event: Try on your FAVORITE piece of A.M.S. jewelry and SMILE for the camera!!! Get into the PHOTO BOOTH party spirit, work on your holiday wish list, and glam-it-up with your First Friday friends. You (or anyone shopping for you) will receive 15% off of the item in your photo between now and Christmas eve (if it’s still available-don’t delay!). …Feeling extra SOCIAL? -post to social media and tag A.M.S. or email your photo to a friend, and be entered for a chance to win a $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE toward your wish list item! Shop early for the best selection of our one-of-a-kind and Limited Edition pieces. Photo wish list discounts will apply from now until Christmas eve only! Cannot be combined with other offers. Minimal exclusions apply. See in store for details. Happy Fall!!!
Pretty neat, huh? So don't forget to stop our and see us for First Friday!
Here at AMS, we're busy with our Limited Edition pieces, the first of which were released in the last week of October. Only 20 of these pendants will be made, each one stamped and numbered. 10% of all sales of the 2016 Limited Edition piece will be donated to the Racine County Food Bank. The design this year is a beautiful tear-drop shaped pendant with Mokume Gane and three channel-set stone accents.
2016 Limited Edition Pendant by Christopher Sklba and Art Metals Studio. The pendant pictured (#1/20) is a Sterling Silver cast piece with Sterling and Copper Mokume Gane and Diamond accents. Each pendant is unique and stamped with its series number. Contact us for details.
Opal and Tourmaline are some of our most favorite Gems, and the lucky babies of October get to have BOTH as their birthstones! (traditional is Opal, alternate is Tourmaline). How lucky is THAT?! Click through the gallery below to see some of our favorite October Birthstone pieces throughout the years. Enjoy!!!
THE CINDERELLA FEELING:the pure joy
experienced
when the ring you try on fits perfectly!
This First Friday, take$50 off any in-stock Silver rings! (and $100 off gold!)*
Or use Promo Code 50SILVER at www.artmetalsstudio.com/shop
See you Downtown!!!
*Offer valid on in-stock rings only. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 10/7/2016.
a spotlight on the rocks we love & the designs that make 'em sing
3 Day Event - Presentations, Sale, & More!
Thursday, September 29th- Store Hours 10am-7pm
Friday, September 30th- Store Hours 10am-7pm
Saturday, October 1st- Store Hours 10am-4pm
*Winner of "Photo Booth Wish List" will receive 25% off a single item on their list. Winner of "People's Choice Design Voting" will receive a $100 AMS gift certificate. Customers may enter the listed raffles once each, one winner per raffle. No Purchase necessary.
If you're a fan on social media, watch for posts about some of our favorite City of Racine "hidden gems" this month! We're spotlighting some of the wonderful lesser-known spots in our fair city, and we hope you'll enjoy! Post to us at www.facebook.com/ArtMetalsStudio with any ideas that you think we should include next year. We love our city and are excited to share more of it with you!!!
"Another perfect sunset spot: the river view park benches on Water Street, between College and Wisconsin. #HiddenGems2016 #Racine #askmewhyiloveracine"
-from the Art Metals Studio Facebook Page.
We're starting a campaign to celebrate Racine's "Hidden Gems", and next weekend is all about the Racine County Food Bank!
AMS will donate 15% of all sales made the first weekend in September (2-3rd) to the Racine County Food Bank. We will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations as well!
Enjoy some First Friday fun and shop for a cause!!! See you Downtown!
Hello, Mokume Gane fans! Here are a few behind-the-scenes images to show you the intense process behind your favorite surface technique. Click through the galleries below; one with Mokume Gane process photos, and the other with finished Mokume Gane jewelry pieces. Enjoy!!!
A.M.S. will be closed for our annual vacation July 10th - 15th.
We will re-open with regular summer hours on Saturday, July 16th.
Have a beautiful week!!!
Sunset sky image from Downtown Racine. Photo by Christopher Sklba 2016.
The world is in bloom and you should be too! This weekend (July 1-3) the beautiful Sterling Silver nature-inspired Jewelry of Kelim will be 20% off! Take the opportunity to complete your set, or find a few fresh “blooms” for your summer wardrobe! Click thru the gallery below to see some of these beautiful pieces!
Kelim 20% offer valid this weekend only. Cannot be combined with other discounts. Valid on in-stock merchandise only.
We have the hues to brighten up your springtime! Special for May's First Friday, we’re showcasing two new lines of bold Color Gemstone jewelry, from two of our longtime friends and vendors.
One, a classic vintage-inspired line with juicy bright precious Gems and Diamonds, from Reno-based designer Kimberly Collins:
Kimberly Collins design. Amethyst and Sapphire in Rose Gold. Photo courtesy of the designer.
The Second, bold colorful strands of Bead-Cut precious and semi-precious Gems and Minerals, from New York-based artist Robert Bentley:
A quick peek of Robert Bentley's work that will be featured on First Friday. Pictured: Blue Topaz, Citrine, Tourmaline, Grossolar Garnet, Multi-Tourmaline, Rose Quartz, Aquamarine, and Amethyst.
All that, PLUS our in-house handmade collections… maybe you’ll find something to buy for Mom after all! And if you're really stumped, remember we have Gift Certificates available in ANY denomination. Happy May!!!
Here's a quick peek at the event's schedule for the next few weekends. See you Downtown!
Be sure to check out the current exhibits at the Racine Art Museum and Racine Arts Council. Click on the names for more information. HAPPY SPRING!!!
April 1st is the first First Friday of the season, and we're playing "Know Your Bling"!!!
In honor of April's Birthstone, Diamond, we're holding another stone guessing contest. Stop in the store on April 1st, from 10am - 9pm, and try your hand at Diamond identification! Guess which stone is Diamond from the contest tray to be entered into a drawing for a super-sparkly AMS Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia pendant! Guess wrong? AMS's knowledgeable staff will be there to educate you on how to tell the difference in the future.
One guess per customer. The winner of the drawing will be announced on Saturday, April 2nd.
Shine on!!! See you there!
Sterling Silver and CZ pendant by Art Metals Studio. Customers that guess correctly in "Know Your Bling" will be entered into a drawing to win this pendant. Good luck!!!
Downtown Racine's Annual Saint Patrick's Day Parade is on March 19th from Noon-1p.m. All day here at AMS we'll be offering 20% off of ALL in-stock GREEN items: from Emerald stud earrings to loose Green Tourmaline gems... IT'S YOUR LUCKY DAY!!! Click here for more information about the parade. Click through the gallery below for some GREENspiration!
