Agapantha

Beth triple hoop earrings

2010-05-03T11:20:00.001-04:00

Beth triple hoop earrings
Originally uploaded by agapanthanyc

Have you seen them? They are definitely some of our favorites and as we float into wedding season, we think these are the perfect bridal earrings.

Hoops Dreams Are Made of These

2010-04-20T15:43:00.003-04:00

Broaden your skills set with a little DIY ethic - learn how to create a perfect pair of hoop earrings with Ladies Lotto member Dani (Linnetz)Paquin, Founder of Agapantha Jewelry.

Sunday, April 25th
5 to 7pm

Brooklyn Bead
244 Smith Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231-4795

Class size is limited.
BYOB encouraged <<--- Wine, beer or liquor (we suggest not drinking in that order) $30 for class - includes materials and depending on how fancy you want these babies to look, you can add different options at a small fee on site. Pre-pay ONLY Reserve a spot NOW: http://ladieslottohoopdreamsbk.eventbrite.com

New Agapantha special of the week...

2010-02-22T13:00:00.002-05:00

This week it's the Max unisex mixed vintage chain necklace.
Buy one for your boyfriend and then "borrow" it...

usually retails for $62... this week only $48. Get one now!

Buying jewelry for a great cause!

2010-02-22T12:48:00.001-05:00

Natasha earring 5
Originally uploaded by agapanthanyc

Our friend Natalie's father has been diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, the most malignant type of brain tumor and as you can imagine - the expenses are out of this world. In hopes that we can help offer at least a little bit of relief to their bills and toward healing healthcare we have created the Natasha earring and are donating 50% of the proceeds directly to Natalie's family.

Do what you can to help! And please spread the word and link...

http://agapanthanyc.bigcartel.com/product/natasha-earring

Vintage Skeleton Key necklace

2010-02-02T17:08:00.002-05:00

Vintage Skeleton Key necklace
Originally uploaded by agapanthanyc

The fabulous "key to my heart" necklace is on sale this week. You best grab yours now and insure a perfect Valentine's day. All made with vintage skeleton keys...all one of a kind just like you!

One sale for $38...
http://agapanthanycspecial.bigcartel.com/

Work Chic Blog repost!

2009-09-11T09:40:00.001-04:00

Shop Handcrafted Agapantha Jewelry and Save!

We have shared Agapantha jewelry with you before and now her beautiful handcrafted pieces can be found on Workchic.com! In honor of adding her products, she is giving 15% off to all Workchic shoppers. Just enter WORKCHIC at checkout to receive your discount. Now, what could you use that coupon on?

Many pieces from the Agapantha collection can be found in our jewelry section, with a few selected specifically by office type. Here are a few more styles we are coveting. To add a little whimsy to fall business casual, this carved stone leaf is perfect. Wear it over a simple sweater for maximum impact. We would also add this cocktail ring to play up the green tones. It’s fun to play with fall hues when layering on jewelry.

We also took a look through the under $50 segment on Agapantha. Add in 15% off and you will be getting these for a steel! Danielle earrings are perfect for taking your look from day to night. Black onyx stones look sophisticated in the office, and will sparkle for drinks after work. This next pair of earrings uses vintage watch parts on a small one inch hoop. Watches are the perfect accessory, why not try one on for earrings.

She also has some very chic ways to organize your jewelry. Pick up one of these to help make your mornings easy. With your jewelry organized and on display, deciding what to wear with be simple. Petite book has 16 small hooks perfect for earrings, bracelets, and rings. For necklaces and larger pieces, try out her Sotheby’s Book Organizer with hooks in varying sizes.

Since we last spoke to Dani, designer and owner of Agapantha, she has started a piece of the week page that will feature a deeply discounted item. Dani is excited for the rainy summer weather to end and to start wearing denim and boots again. Keep an eye on her site and ours to find all the right pieces to transition your work wardrobe.

Shop today through October 1st, enter WORKCHIC at checkout, and save 15% off. Have fun shopping!

New York Fashion Night Out - September 10, 2009

2009-09-09T09:18:00.002-04:00

Join Dani Linnetz and Agapantha for the Pieces of Brooklyn Fashion Night Out Event!

A collaboration between Vogue, NYC& Company, The City of NY and the Council of Fashion Designers of America. There will be celebrity guests, champagne, cupcakes and of course an amazing array of Agapantha on display. Come check out an impressive batch of emerging designers, shop, mingle and show some Agapantha love.

Thursday, September 10, 2009
6:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: Pieces of Brooklyn
671 Vanderbilt Avenue (at Park Place)
Brooklyn, NY
718.857.7211

Crazy special of the week! Over 30% off!!!

2009-08-20T12:03:00.002-04:00

HOT! HOT! HOT!

Seriously, these earrings are for Saturday night. Beware the effects of wearing them in during the work week... unless you are used to attention, lots of it. They are electric shock sexy.

Oval cut agate with a cascade of diamond cut chain coming out of the center. Approximately 3" long and just over 1" wide.

Retail is $62... save over 30% if you buy now! (only $42)

*These are natural stones therefore colors can vary.

Brooklyn Fashion Week...

2009-08-20T11:32:00.003-04:00

Agapantha has been chosen to be a part of the Pieces Brooklyn Fashion event and we'd love to have you join us. Come see (and buy!) selections from the Jaime vintage watch parts collection, Piri cocktail collection, Andi vintage one of a kind vintage decanter tag jewels and more. This is a one night event with cocktails, discounts, fabulous people and Brooklyn fashion legends past and present!

Join us!

Jaime vintage watch parts necklace - SPECIAL OF THE WEEK!!!

2009-06-23T21:08:00.003-04:00

Thanks to everyone for their love on the first weekly Agapantha special. And, a hearty welcome to week 2!

This time around it the Jaime vintage watch parts charm necklace at an almost 30% savings. Yours for only $42 (retail $58).

Get it y'all.
www.agapanthanycspecial.com

Agapantha special of the week launch!!!

2009-06-17T14:29:00.003-04:00

We have done it... we started a new website dedicated to giving you at least one super crazy specially priced piece of Agapantha jewelry per week.

This week we kick it off with the Daniella long cluster earring in amazonite.

http://agapanthanycspecial.bigcartel.com/

AMAZONITE: Amazonite promotes truth, honor, communication, integrity and trust. It can lessen stress and self-defeating behaviors by calming and building self-esteem. Amazonite is said to heal emotional disturbances and the after effects of emotional trauma. It is reputed to have energy that's good for one's health in general, decreasing heart problems, benefiting the muscles, helping the nervous system, lessening tooth decay and osteoporosis.

All that aside, these earrings are HOT!

Get on over there and get the deal while you can! From $70 retail down to $49 this week only!

Want to be alerted about the special of the week? Email us at info@agapanthanyc.com with "special of the week" in the subject!

Gen Art SHOP NYC event!

2009-06-02T09:41:00.001-04:00

This is a great event that we are proud to be a part of! Get your ticket and come on out tomorrow night!

http://www.genart.org/shop/shop-newyork-09

Wednesday, June 3
5:00pm - 6:00pm: VIP Preview Reception (Advance Tickets Only)
6:00pm - 10:00pm: Main doors open to all ticket holders

7W
7 West 34th Street, 11th Floor
(between 5th and 6th Ave)

Gen Art invites you to the shopping event of the season! Shop directly from designers featured in Gen Art runway shows as well as New York’s top emerging lines including Qi Cashmere, Whistle & Flute, Falls, DANNIJO, Bijules, Thea Grant, DRU New York and over 50 more. All while enjoying complimentary wine and beer, makeovers by DEX New York, beauty treatments, and more!

VIP ticketholders get first picks of designer merchandise and will take home a SHOP NYC fashion and beauty gift bags. There are a limited number of VIP tickets available, so reserve yours before they sell out!

Don't miss this opportunity to find great deals, meet fellow fashion enthusiasts, and enjoy pampering and cocktails - just in time for summer!

Tribeca Retail Club!

2009-05-27T18:24:00.001-04:00

Come join us, won't you?

Tribeca Retail Club in conjunction with Chacala NY presents its
first designer fashion soiree. Open to the public and featuring an array of creative fashion talent & brands it’s the perfect event to discover and purchase.

What : TRC - Fashion Soiree
When : June 6th & 7th 2009
Time : 11am - 8pm
Designers :
Agapantha
Charles & Victoria
Saurette
Jennifer Elizabeth
Blumera
Muses Handbags
Arbitrage
Love Brigade
The Cotton Collection
Kristine Gotilla
Scosha
Magnes Sisters
Sobriety
Sovereign Beck

Admission : FREE

Location : Chacala NY
394 Broadway, 4th Fl
New York, NY, 10013

Travel : ACE, NRQ, 6, JMZ, to Canal Street

Web : http://www.chacalany.com

Available : ATM, visa, mastercard, american express.

Press & Media please note :
What : Event Reception
When : June 7th 2009
Time : 7pm - 9pm
Admission : Invite only
Rsvp : rsvp@chacalany.com

For more please contact :
Kamille Guidote
TRC - Marketing Manager
212 244 4464
kamille@chacalany.com

But I want to be...

2009-05-01T10:19:00.003-04:00

I started this blog with the intention of being a really good, consistent blogger. Apparently that's not working out just yet.

But sweet, sweet blog and dear friends and readers... I think about you all the time.

I want to share funny videos and new music - great recipies and insights. All good things in time.

Today I have decided to say hello.

I also thought it would be a great idea to remind you that it's May 1st and Mother's Day is May 10th. I have been working myself to the bone to get new fabulous designs online and ready for you. Go check it out www.agapanthanyc.com and use coupon code "MOM" for 10% off site-wide. A few recommendations?

The Sarah tiny cluster hoop necklace

The Rebekah cascade earrings

My mom's favorite... The Anais sm charm necklace

What are your favorites?

Wedding blogs, design and write ups.

2009-03-18T10:46:00.003-04:00

I'm in the midst of planning my October 2009 wedding and have been scouring the web for great wedding blogs and ideas. My head is spinning with DIY projects and wonderful ideas...

I will definitely be incorporating peacock feathers into the design and decoration of the wedding and am thinking blue ball jars with wild flowers and feathers as centerpieces. I should mention that I'm getting married at the summer camp I grew up at in the Malibu mountains and the wedding will be a 3 day camper extravaganza. There is so much to do and I'm both overwhelmed and so excited.

Anyway, more about that later.

So through my wedding web travels I found a great blog called And Stanley Makes Three. We exchanged a few emails and she wrote a great entry about Agapantha. Check it out!

http://stanleymakes3.blogspot.com/2009/03/i-was-so-excited-when-dani-from.html

Distractions = good things...

2009-03-09T12:19:00.005-04:00

I'm seriously behind. It's not you, it's me. I want to write to you every single day... I just get so busy and distracted.

But alas... good things come out of my distractions.
For instance, there's a newly designed earring that I'm super excited about.

Named for my soon to be sister-in-law Diana.

Have to have it? You get 20% off just for being a reader. Enter coupon code FRIENDS1 at www.agapanthanyc.com

Valentine's Day!!!

2009-02-09T10:01:00.004-05:00

Ok, I have a ton of catching up to do...and I will, I promise. There has been an engagement, a move, job interviews, classes taught and tons of Agapantha trunk shows. I will get to all of that...maybe.

BUT, in the meantime...It's less than a week to Valentine's Day and I want to make you look like a champ. Visit Agapantha and get 25% off everything through Valentine's Day. Just enter coupon code "LOVER" and we can pretty much guarantee you'll get some loving. Order by Wednesday and it will get there in the nick of time!

Ladies, buy yourself something pretty. You love you.

Agapantha loves you.

Worst venue award!?

2008-12-08T09:52:00.002-05:00

I love a good rock show, but there are certain venues that can put a damper on even your very favorite band... My personal award for worst NYC music venue goes to (drum roll please) Webster Hall.

I have managed to stay away for a long time, but was invited by some friends to go see a Nada Surf/Delta Spirit show last night. So here's what you can expect along with your rock... giant thug like dudes with ear pieces patrolling the joint constantly with flashlights and trying to find reasons to kick people out, bad sound and my favorite, the tiny $9 well drink. Seriously, $9 for a small cup (probably 5-6oz). Last night we also had the added bonus of a non-heated room when it was in the teens outside. So after paying the $3 per item coat check, you realized that you actually needed to be wearing your coat.

I did actually have a very good time at the show last night. Delta Spirit was one of the best opening bands I have seen in a long time and Nada Surf did not disappoint. But next time, I'm hoping to catch them at Bowery or Music Hall of Williamsburg.

Webster Hall can keep the velvet ropes and thug bouncers. I just want the rock.

Upcoming Agapantha Trunk Shows!

2008-12-05T11:31:00.000-05:00

UPCOMING PUBLIC TRUNK SHOWS:

Saturday, December 6th
Agapantha Holiday Party
12pm-3pm
76 Saint James Pl #3B
Brooklyn, NY
917-796-4964
Join us for brunch foods and bloody marys!

Sunday, December 7th
3rd Ward
195 Morgan Ave (corner of Stagg St)
Brooklyn, NY
(for directions) http://www.3rdward.com/about/operation
718.715.4961
12-7pm

Handmade goods & treats of over 50 local artisans, craft mavens & culinary masters including everything from LED Hula hoops & dog costumes, to custom cut clothes & jewelry, furniture & vintage ware from Brooklyn Kitchen, cookies & chocolates, wrapping paper, pillows & body soaps, custom electronics and Cut Brooklyn knives.

PLUS free gift bags, live music from Sigmund Droid & VJ Clay Franklin, chili & corn bread from Tom Mylan (of Marlow and Sons, Diner & Bonita), FREE Gimme coffee, spiked drinks, a costume photobooth by Deluxa and FREE workshops in textile design, electronics and collage.

Monday, December 8th
Agapantha Headquarters Holiday shopping party
5pm-10pm
213 Dekalb Ave #2
Brooklyn, NY 11205
917-796-4964

Sunday, December 14th
Ner Tamid Holiday Boutique
9am-3pm
5721 Crestridge Road
Rancho Palos Verdes, California
310-377-6986

Friday, December 19th
Toots & Tallie Trunk Show
4pm-8pm
http://www.tootsandtallie.com/
1006 Washington Street
Hoboken, NJ
201.216.0200

Sunday, December 21st
Neda Boutique Trunk Show
12-5pm
302 Court Street (at Degraw)
Brooklyn, NY
718-624-NEDA
Have custom jewelry made while you wait!

I need help...you get free jewelry!

2008-12-03T16:40:00.001-05:00

Hey guys,

Just had a jewelry party canceled for this Saturday, December 6th. As you may know, this is a huge part of my business for the year and I'm trying to fill this piece of prime real estate space! So, wanna host? Know someone who might? In the tri-state area? Want to band together with a friend or two and host? It doesn't take much on your end... a few bottles of wine or drink and some simple snacks...and a minimum of 6-8 people. We can do brunch time, lunch time, later in the day, evening. We can support your favorite charity...whatever you like. We can even use my apartment (very spacious!) and your people. Get back to me asap with any ideas and we'll make it happen.

AND the best part is that you earn free jewelry for yourself or gifts and your friends get big discounts. I will bump it up to 20% of the sales of the day for you to shop with! Times are tight and I will help you deliver beautiful gifts for your generous hosting...

Get back to me at info@agapanthanyc.com or call and we'll discuss details.

Thanks so much,
Dani

Hamster On A Piano (Eating Popcorn)

2008-11-13T10:46:00.003-05:00

This is my new favorite You Tube video. Seriously, I'm falling off my chair.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRzTfgds0UI

I Heart.

2008-11-12T15:16:00.002-05:00

I Heart...I Heart.

I HEART is a new on the scene non-profit started by LA indie-rock musicians Arrica Rose, Abby Kincaid, and Laura Martin. While touring in the southwest, the girls were inspired by a fellow female musician who was creatively using her talents and connections to raise money for various charitable organizations in her hometown of Albuquerque. Excited about the possibility of re-creating her success in Los Angeles, the girls began brainstorming ideas for what would become I HEART.

I HEART’s philosophy is to 'do what you can, with where you are and what you’ve got'. It has enabled them as independent artists to collectively leverage their talents and utilize the project to contribute NOW as opposed to later. In the future they have plans to expand I HEART nationally as well as internationally, establishing chapters around the world and uniting artists across the globe who have a desire to use their art in positive ways to effect change.

Their first project was The Bombshell Alliance, a 1940’s style pin-up calendar and accompanying compilation CD featuring Los Angeles based female musicians. All profits from the sale of the calendar were donated to Sojourn Services for Battered Women and their Children. Additionally, they used profits earned from the calendar’s launch party to create a one-year scholarship for a young student to attend The Silverlake Conservatory of Music. (You can still purchase the individual pin-up posters + CD and they are beautiful!)

Their second project was The Indie-Rock Easel where indie-rockers who moonlight as visual artists turned their versatile talents into limited edition t-shirt designs for charity. Set in a gallery-esque heat press store (Red Heat), The Indie-Rock Easel was a night of live music, an open bar, and a chance to buy limited edition t-shirt creations pressed while you watch. All profits from the sale of the t-shirts were donated to Sojourn Services for Battered Women and their Children and The Silverlake Conservatory of Music

Coming up is the I HEART Songs for Change: 10 Los Angeles based musicians will write original songs that focus on themes of change, hope, prosperity, and community. The artists will gather together to record their songs live in a one day recording session - collaborations encouraged! The entire event will be filmed and the footage will be used to create a mini documentary. There will also be an album release party (date TBA) and 100% of the profits from the album sales and the event will be donated to the Los Angeles Coalition to end Hunger and Homelessness .

This is definitely something I can get behind! Check them out... http://www.iheartinc.com/

Earrings of the week...

2008-11-01T15:39:00.002-04:00

So at one point I wore my Rebekah med hoops for like 4 months straight without ever deviating. That's how much I love them. There's more of a healthy rotation going now, but these bad boys make me feel hot, hot, hot whenever I slip them on.

They measure 1.25" long and 1" wide. For the love of hoops, get yourself (and your BFF) a pair of these pronto. They retail for $72, but you get 20% off ($57.60) when you enter the discount code HELLYEAH at checkout.

Easy on the Ice

2008-10-28T21:03:00.005-04:00

You'll have to forgive my lack of posting, but I road tripped it to Nashville, TN with my band Lucky Bitch and didn't have my laptop (major separation anxiety!).

A little background... Lucky Bitch is what happened when 5 of my best girlfriends and I decided to get together and rock. It started as an excuse to spend more time together and eat Mexican food (we are fiends) and turned into a legitimate debaucherous rock and roll show. With 3 of the ladies from the celebrated internationally touring Hip Hop band, Northern State (Robyn "Sprout" Goodmark, Corenne "Spero" Spero, and Katie Cassidy), the super talented Andrea Wulwick and Dana Klein and myself (previously a nationally touring singer-songwriter) Lucky Bitch is a powerhouse of creativity and energy...or as we like to pretend, a super group. So, after about 4 years we finally made our first record. It's still being mixed and mastered, but I'll give you some song titles to tide you over... "I Drink the Whiskey (All Night Long)," "Rock Ain't Free," "Fuck That Bitch," "The Lucky Bitch Blues," and "I Was so Drunk I Was Crying."

It was a blast of a trip. 14 hour drive each way, 3 straight days in the studio recording everything live and tons of laughing. We did have time for one Nashville landmark, The Loveless Cafe.

This is where I feasted on the "Southern Breakfast" which included 2 eggs, 2 pieces of country ham, 3 strips of bacon, 2 sausage patties, breakfast potatoes and a heaping plate of biscuits and fresh peach, strawberry and blackberry preserves for the table.

Let me just say, I LOVE BACON. I know I am not alone in this love, so let me add that if you share a similar passion you need to eat at The Loveless Cafe. It was incredible...perfectly cooked, somehow both crisp and juicy and perfectly salted. Pure meaty joy. They had bacon for sale in the gift shop, but I had no way to transport it home. I was desperate to try the jalapeno and cajun styles, but had to walk away. Anyhow, the rest of the meal was incredible as well with a special shout out to the fresh baked biscuits and preserves - but let's face it, the bacon stole the show.

I must add... I just looked up the Loveless Cafe website to share the link with all of you and found out that the bacon and hams can last up to 90 days with no refrigeration. Now I feel like a real jerk. I guess I know what I want for the holidays...

Thank you Nashville, goodnight!

Amazing outfit of the week.

2008-10-22T17:07:00.002-04:00

Did you get the memo? Track suits are not just for athletes anymore.

Ok, so I realize that's nothing new...but I was so into this guys outfit and his luxurious nap that I had to snap a picture. I mean, even his shoes match. Go Red & White, go!

Maybe this is the beginning of a weekly "who I saw on the F train" column.

Agapantha jewel of the week.

2008-10-17T11:59:00.004-04:00

I stand by the statement that everyone looks good in a hoop earring. Right now I can't get enough of the Sarah Dagger hoop earring. They are so easy to wear with anything and the shape of the inside stone is just so damn sexy.

They hang just shy of 2" long and measure 1.25" wide.

Available in 14k gold fill or sterling silver.

They usually retail for $52 but you get 20% off when you order before 10/24. Just go to http://agapanthanyc.bigcartel.com/ and enter the discount code HELLYEAH at check out!

Wonders of the $0.99 store.

2008-10-15T11:22:00.004-04:00

Took a walk down Manhattan Ave in Greenpoint this morning and thought I'd see if there was anything in the ninety-nine cent world I couldn't live without. Here's what I ended up with:

I bought 2 tigers (I had to have one for myself) and 1 dog. Those are definitely getting stashed in the gift drawer. I'm not sure if you're really getting the full effect from the photo - the utter glory of the 3D animal. Pure joy really. If you must know, they were not $0.99 as many things at the $0.99 store are not...but they were indeed a bargain at $1.29.

I didn't end up buying anything else, but here are some other glorious photos.

The packaging is amazing, no? Somebody is drinking their milk!

So realistic!

I probably should have bought these. Who doesn't want to be invited to a pirate party?

I think I will be hitting Manhattan Ave soon for the holidays. The selection of office, school and art supplies are always plentiful and there are tons of hilarious stocking stuffers for um, cheap. And if you aren't too put off by the strange selection, you can usually pick up some decent closeout snacks and spices. Capri Sun anyone?

Dreams in Eames.

2008-10-14T13:10:00.001-04:00

LA based stationary company Dog & Pony Show sucked my brain out and put it on cards. How did they know this is what I had been dreaming...?

I love to write letters and send mail. Yes, people still do that... Dog & Pony Show makes me want to do it all the time, for no good reason. Sure, there are birthday's and thank you's, but what about just saying hi?

And as a New Yorker by way of Los Angeles I have a serious soft spot for the Let's Have Lunch card. Aah, the taco truck.

Anyway, do yourself a favor and check out the amazing and always changing designs at Dog & Pony Show. Go write a note. Get off your I-phone and find a pen pal.

My rice will never be the same.

2008-10-13T13:45:00.003-04:00

I love rice.

There, I said it.

Last night was taco night and I decided to try a new recipe for mexican rice...Since I don't have the patience to follow recipes and I was missing a handful of the listed ingredients I looked up a few online and meshed them together to make my own. It was a hit and I may never have plain rice again.

In case you'd like to try it or doctor your own, here's what I did...

1 cup of white rice
1 can (approx 1.75 cups) of Muir Glenn fire roasted diced tomatoes w/ green chilis
2 garlic cloves
1 small onion
3/4 cup water
olive oil (i probably used about 4 tbls)
sea salt & pepper to tast

*Dice and saute the garlic and onions in olive oil for about 3-5 min or until lightly browned
*Add the rice and stir to give it a nice coating
*Add the can of tomatoes/chilis (these had an amazing flavor with a nice amount of heat)
*Add salt & pepper (you can always add more later)
*Add water, let boil and then simmer with covered pot for about 25-30 min.
*Fluff with a fork and add fresh cilantro to the top

You may want to try substituting the water for vegetable or chicken broth...always a great way to add a little extra flavor to your rice.