Real Estate, New Art Venue & You Tube!

It's been four very eventful months since my last posting. I got my real estate license! I'm delighted to be working with Konter Realty Co. This is proof of my optimism about the improvement in our economy I can feel on the horizon.


My partners in yard sale shopping crime, my sister Laura and pal Pam, headed
north this month to North Georgia for the Old Dixie Highway Sale. It runs for 90 miles along the (what else?) Old Dixie Highway from Marietta to Ringgold. Here are a few highlights for those who wonder why we can't resist the lure of ten cent treasures from tiny little towns off the beaten path.







Susan Jaffie from Smooth on Bull has generously allowed me to cover her lovely lime green walls with papier mache dogs and cats of every description for the month of
July. Located at 143 Bull Street in downtown Savannah, you'll find really great food, cold treats and smoothies. Visit Smooth soon!



More shameless promotion...my HGTV segment on "That's Clever" FINALLY aired in May. To see me create a papier mache pug and perform from a relentlessly silly script, go to and type in Jeri Gale. (See the Pug in the segment at Smooth!)

Valentines Day at Tybee Island

Love is in the air on Valentines Day and that includes love for art! Very Jeri will be at Fish Art, 1207 Hwy. 80, (the NEW home for Very Jeri papier mache!) all day this Saturday, so come on by to visit 9:00ish to 5:00ish. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Questions? Call Jeri at 657-5740.

Very Jeri is Headed to Tybee in February!!!

Looking for Very Jeri papier mache flip flops, crabs, mermaids and all things beachy and bright?
You'll find me soon at Fish Art on Hwy 80. You can't miss this fabulous and funky gathering of fish art made from found objects by Douglas Jones between Doyle Landscaping and Tybee Oaks. Check it out at

ART IN THE YARD - HOLIDAY EDITION!

It's time again for
Art in the Yard
Gallery Quality Art at Studio Prices!

Saturday, November 29, 2008
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Pam's studio on the coast in Midway, Georgia
(Directions on back of invite)

VeryJeri & Pamela Martin Designs are happy to invite you to a day of festive fun & holiday shopping!
Enjoy wandering through Pam's studio, sip some cider, make S'mores by a fire (yum!) or next to the AC (depending on the weather).
You'll find ornaments, cards, canvasses, jewelry prints, & more at great prices!
We are happy to gift wrap your goodies, &
there'll be mistletoe for all!
Joe & Cobaka have had the dusting rags dusting & the vacuum running in hopes you might ask to see the decorated trees!

Art in the Yard celebrates art, creativity, & just plain fun, so please bring yourself & friends for a memorable day of holiday surprises!
Please RSVP to
Jeri at veryjeri@bellsouth.net or (912) 657-5740 or
Pam at themartinco@clds.net or (912) 572-6964

An Art Show to be Thankful For!

PLEASE EMAIL ME FOR DIRECTIONS at http://www.veryjeri@bellsouth.net

FREE SHIPPING EXTENDED!

It's a treat, no trick! Free shipping in my etsy shop will extended on every item until Halloween (October 31st).

Look Who's Having an Online Art Show!

Come one come all!
Visit these Georgia Etsy Street teams offering fantastic sales starting Friday 10/10 to Monday 10/13 and get ready for the holidays with us!

Agape Gems
agapegems.etsy.com
Unique, Artisan Jewelry featuring gems, pearls, crystals, and handmade findings
Free pair of "Shortie" earrings with every purchase.

Amber's Aromatherapy
ambersaromatherapy.etsy.com
Organic handmade natural bath products and custom blended teas
Free guest bar of soap or tea of choice with every order

Amelia's Soap Co.
amelias.etsy.com
Handmade Shea Butter Soaps
15% off all purchases
Free gift wrapping supplies with every order

Art of the Firebird
artofthefirebird.etsy.com
Handmade lampworked glass beads and pendants; handbound blank books
Free shipping of any order over $20

CourtBeads
courtbeads.Etsy.com
Supply DESTASH - CLEARANCE
10% off all purchases

Crafters Crossing
crafterscrossing.etsy.com
Mostly Swarovski jewelry
Sale Info 10% off any total order less than $100.00
15% off any total order over $100.00

Creations By Toni
creationsbytoni.etsy.com
Handcrafted Jewelry
20% off of everything over $15. Custom orders welcomed!

Daisycakes Soap LLC
daisycakessoap.etsy.com
Fresh, Handmade Soaps, Perfumes, Lip Balms & Bath Bombs
Free solid perfume (your choice 15+ varieties) with any order
Free shipping on all orders $60+

Damma's Jewelry Box
dammas.etsy.com
OOAK handcrafted jewelry and woodworking items
10% on all items

Debbie Smith
debidesigns.etsy.com
Handmade goods of all kinds
Free shipping with purchase of $25.00 and over in the lower 48 States in the U.S.

Deuce Goods
panash.etsy.com
Unique accessories and great gifts
All Hats and Scarves 15%off

Diane Kovach
dkovach.etsy.com
Handmade Glass beads, Glass pendants, Glass flower rings
Free Shipping for all orders over $10.00

Fluffy Flowers
fluffyflowers.etsy.com
Loveable Plush Toys & groovy Zipper Pouches
Free shipping to anywhere in the world!

Gollyg
gollyg.etsy.com
Fun, unique handcrafted cards
20% off your total order, plus a free gift

The HoneyFitz Factory
thehoneyfitzfactory.etsy.com
Handmade sterling silver jewelery
10% off and free shipping!

JoyAnna - All things beautiful
joyanna.etsy.com
Purses, Market Bags, Pillows, Scrapbook Covers, Yoyos, some supplies
10% off the first item, 15% off each additional item (within any one order)

Jewelicide Jewelry
jewelicide.etsy.com
gemstone earrings, bracelets, necklaces, etc
Free shipping on earrings and 10% off of necklaces.

Jonwen Jewelry and other Designs
jonwen45.etsy.com
Handmade Unique jewelry and other crafts
All earrings already marked for 20%off Sale...Take another 10%
All other items take 20% off
Free shipping on orders of $25.00 or more

Kelly's Clay Creations
kellysclaycreations.etsy.com
Polymer clay ornaments, nativity scenes, holiday decorations, pregnant lady cake toppers
A free gift with purchase, pick from a free baby magnet or set of four wine charms.

La Bella Designs
labelladesigns.etsy.com
Original jewelry designs in earth-mined gemstones, sterling silver and 14K gold-filled
15% off all orders. Orders over $100: free shipping, too!

LilMouse Creations
lilmouse.etsy.com
Chainmaille and Beaded Jewelry
15% off when you mention this sale

Miss Molly Cottage
missmollycottage.etsy.com
Vintage paper packets, paper ephemera, recycled book journals, mixed
media journals, crocheted flowers
15%off all items

Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs
myraelizabeth.etsy.com
Handcrafted gemstone, crystal and pearl jewelry in both sterling silver and gold-filled designs
Sale: 15% Off Everything Plus Free Shipping!

The Pink Locket
thepinklocket.etsy.com
Unique Hand Designed Jewelry
Free Shipping on orders $40 or more

The Plaid Polka Dot
theplaidpolkadot.etsy.com
Embroidered ponytail holders, embroidered baby bibs, handmade baby bibs, possibly some crochet ornaments (depends on work schedule between now and then)
10% off any item

Prints Charming Purses and Other Charming Things
readingbunky.etsy.com
P urses, small gift bags, and other charming things
F ree shipping and free set of small gift bags with every purchase

A Pretty Rock
aprettyrock.etsy.com
Handcrafted, Limited Edition Jewelry
Free pair of "Hint of Glint" earrings with an order of $20 or more!

A Reflection of Mind
artistspirit.etsy.com
One of a kind Glass Fused Jewelry
15% off order during sale

RockStash
rockstash.etsy.com
Bead and craft supplies, organics, metals, stones and everything else
Free packet of Totally Indie Coupons with discounts to 40 different indie shops!

Runningrabbitpottery
runningrabbitpottery.etsy.com
Clay art and functional pottery, Decorative items for the holidays
Red ware ornament with each purchase
10% off shipping on items above $40.00

Sabrina Court
sabrinacourt.etsy.com
Featuring One Of A Kind and Limited Production Jewelry
10% off everything in the store, 15% off all orders of 2 items or more!

Sweetpea Boutique
happygrandma402905.etsy.com
Colorful hairbows for girls of all ages
Buy one get one of equal or lesser value half price
Free shipping for all orders $10 and up.

Thebeadedlily
thebeadedlily.etsy.com
Handmade eclectic beaded, wire and beadwoven jewelry.
10% off each purchase. Wait for a revised invoice or buy and get refund.

Tickleworm
rachelherzog.etsy.com
Felt pouches, camera/cell/ipod cases, napkin rings
Buy 1 item get 10% off, buy 2 or more get 20% off.

Trancy Girl's Treasures
trancygirl.etsy.com
T utus, flow falls, barefoot sandals, felt items
Free shipping on all costume or fall related items (with the tag TSAE)

Very Jeri
veryjeri.etsy.com
Papier mache and collage
FREE Shipping

Worthy Soy Candles
worthysoycandles.etsy.com
Soy Candles, Crochet & Personalized BIrthday Treasures
All Birthday Treasures for only $5.00 each! Order 3 or more & get FREE
Shipping!!

These shops are participating in the sale, but you can always find other items from our team members anytime by searching for "GaEtsyTeam":
http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_type=tag_title&search_query=gaetsyteam

Interested in joining our team? Visit the Georgia Etsy Street Team page for more info!

MY FIRST WEEKEND ONLINE SALE!

Free shipping on everything at Very Jeri's etsy shop and you get to shop at home!
Have fun,
jeri
http://www.veryjeri.etsy.com

FREE SHIPPING THIS WEEKEND!

The Georgia Etsy Team artists are joining for an online sale! From Oct. 10-13 every item in my shop is SHIPPED FOR FREE! This is a great time to support handmade, local art. My shop is http://veryjeri.etsy.com. Very Jeri is where art comes for fun AND for FREE SHIPPING!

Parking Lot Art

Ah, the glamorous career of the artist. Here's an example... I set up shop at the Market Bazaar in downtown Savannah yesterday. My "booth" was 2 parking spaces in the old Sears parking lot just south of Forsyth Park. (You'll notice my Toyota as part of the displays.) Vendors showed a mix of handmade art and flea market items. The day was hot, hot, hot - really hot. I was happy to see friends and family that stopped by and to reconnect with others I miss seeing since I closed my retail shop. All in all it was a very good - if very hot- day.

Art Show this Saturday!

Please come to see the Market Bazaar this Saturday, September 13 from 9-2 at the old Sears parking lot. This grand location is a quick walk from beautiful Forsyth Park in midtown.
I'll be selling these new collage cards! These are made with upcycled scrap paper from magazines, catalogs, etc.

A Gourd-geous Day!

I am known for being up for just about ANY roadtrip and this blog entry proves it! My friend Pammie invited me to join her for a gourd buying trip in Wrens, GA. We drove 2 1/2 hours to Lena Braswell's gourd farm so Pammie could buy gourds for her amazing art project.
Truth be told, it was a beautiful sunny day and a fun trip. We had lunch at a wonderful Mennonite bakery across the highway from the farm. The cranberry date bar was YUM and Pammie bought a carload of gourds.
Check out these photos - bet you've never seen a gourd farm either! (That would be Pammie actually IN the gourds!)

New Art Dogs Are Born!

This pooch was built piece (of scrap paper) by piece, Please check out my etsy site to see the details!

A Winning Savannah Team!

We have put together a Savannah etsy team. Now a great group of local artists have joined forces tp promote the handmade art in their etsy shops. Look for news about the Savannah etsy team as we have our first show this fall.
New to etsy? Just go to etsy.com and choose BUY and LOCAL. You'll be amazed by all the Savannah talent you find there!

My Life as a Writer

Since my writing jobs frequently support my ability to create my art ( and who am I kidding - other luxuries like the electric bill and groceries), I 'll start linking some articles here. Check out the cover article about Tybee Island art in the July issue of "Coastal Antiques and Art"
at www.coastalantiques.com!
It's a great local Savannah publication, so check out August and September as well!

Thanks Fay, but That's enough Rain

I thought with all this wet weather, it was a perfect time to add my cheerful new papier mache mermaids to my etsy site. These fun gals come as blondes, brunettes and redheads. Check them out at www.veryjeri.etsy.com!

JERI'S RECOVERY SALE!

In honor of my now healthy knee, my flip flop canvasses are on sale for $38.00 on etsy! I'll be adding new work every day, so keep checking back at veryjeri.etsy.com.

BACK ON MY FEET AGAIN!

Finally! After 3 months of recuperating from a broken knee cap,
I am walking great and feeling great. I'll be blogging again and
adding to my etsy shop again.

New Space at Atlantic Beacon Gallery!

I've added lots of new work - turtles and mermaids and flip-flops - to my new enlarged space at Debbie Brady's gallery, Atlantic Beacon, on Tybee Island.
Here's the contact info:
1604 Butler Ave., Tybee Isalnd, GA (end of Butler Ave.)
912-786-9386
Don't miss the web site at http://www.atlanticbeacon.com/
P.S. - DID YOU KNOW THAT HIGHWAY 80 STRETCHES FROM THE PACIFIC OCEAN TO BUTLER AVE. IN FRONT OF THE ATLANTIC BEACON GALLERY?

See the fun for yourself!

Don't take my word for how outrageously fun our Art in the Yard show was...see for yourself! We were so pleased to see Mary Kay Andrews there! Her books are well-loved and with titles like Savannah Blues and Hissy Fit who's surprised?

Enjoy!

Here is the link:

www.photoshow.com/watch/XT9td8Hn