Author Archives: alex

Adventures in the Azores, Part 1

Posted on July 23, 2014 by alex

Marty’s son John is currently off on another great adventure — this time in the Azores Islands! John’s girlfriend Steph has family there, and the pair went to visit and explore the islands. Marty’s been getting periodic updates through her phone … Continue reading →

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Growing a Cottage Industry

Posted on July 15, 2014 by alex

Marty Magic Jewelry is a cottage industry, and one that has grown steadily over the past  36 years. Many shops and galleries have carried Marty’s work, and we manage a number of  medium sized wholesale accounts. We recently fulfilled one our … Continue reading →

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Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival

Posted on July 14, 2014 by alex

It’s a beautiful Monday morning here at Marty Magic: the sun is shining, the coffee’s on, and Marty & crew are recounting the events of the weekend at the Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival. Set in swanky downtown Los … Continue reading →

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African Safari & Rainforest Jewelry

Posted on July 1, 2014 by alex

Come with us…it’s time for an adventure. Too busy? No problem. You don’t even have to leave your seat. It’s time for an armchair safari with MartyMagic. To help you get ready, we’re offering 15% off all African Safari and … Continue reading →

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NorCal Pirate Festival Photos -2014

Posted on June 18, 2014 by alex

A Photo Gallery of last year’s carousing at the NorCal Pirate Festival. Marty’s booth was a hit — it was packed all day with stylish buccaneers trying out jewelry from her Pirate Treasure, Octopus Garden, and Dragon’s Lair collections. The crew was delighted … Continue reading →

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Carnivorous Plants & MartyMagic @ SF Conservatory of Flowers

Posted on June 18, 2014 by alex

Photo by Wikipedia User NoahElhardt “Beauty is a savage garden.” – Anne Rice, The Vampire Lestat Last month we were excited to get an order from the San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers in preparation of the opening of their exhibit entitled, “CHOMP: They Came From … Continue reading →

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Ahoy Mateys! Pirate Festival Ahead!

Posted on June 12, 2014 by alex

Yo ho, yo ho, the pirate life, The flag o’ skull and bones, A merry hour, a hempen rope, And hey for Davy Jones.  —J. M. Barrie Here at MartyMagic, we are excited to be participating in the Northern California … Continue reading →

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