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Back Home and Inspired

Posted on January 26, 2014 by marty

A few days ago, John and I returned from three weeks in Cambodia and Myanmar. The adventure has inspired and recharged me and in the evenings, after a busy day of designing and wearing the “Marty Magic Hat”, I edit … Continue reading →

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Ear Wrap for Janelle Monae

Posted on January 8, 2014 by marty

In mid September, we received a phone call from R&B musician Janelle Monáe’s stylist, asking if I would design a custom ear wrap for Janelle. I had just flown to Maryland to make my annual appearance at the Maryland Renaissance … Continue reading →

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A New Design for Valentine’s Day

Posted on December 31, 2013 by marty

In preparation for Valentine’s Day, Marty has just completed the wax carving for her I Love You, hand symbol pendant in American sign language.  Although Marty has sculpted hands in the past, this particular piece was challenging but at least … Continue reading →

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Packing Orders and Packing our Bags for Myanmar and Cambodia

Posted on December 19, 2013 by marty

Today is December 19th.  With only 5 days left before Christmas all of  today’s orders were shipped priority or express mail in hopes that they arrive in time for Christmas. We have been crazy busy since before Thanksgiving shipping holiday … Continue reading →

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2014 A Time to Design

Posted on December 18, 2013 by marty

Alisha and I look forward to creating many new designs in the coming year. “Off Season,” after the holidays, is our favorite time of year when we can sit elbow to elbow and disengage from the daily demands of business … Continue reading →

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Marty Magic Etsy Shop Reviews

Posted on December 10, 2013 by marty

THANK YOU ETSY! Our Etsy shop reviews are now at over 1000 comments. Thank you all for supporting us on Etsy and for you overwhelmingly positive feedback! http://www.etsy.com/shop/martymagic/reviews?ref=shop_info Some examples: 14k Gold Peace Crane Charm Pendant What a hit! This … Continue reading →

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Christmas Lizards!

Posted on December 9, 2013 by marty

Between orders, Marty and Alisha took a break today to get into the Christmas spirit.  We have several office and studio mascots; our favorite being our three Bearded Dragon Lizards. Show, Sprite and Munchie tolerate our presence in the office … Continue reading →

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Free Domestic U.S.P.S Priority Mail Shipping Upgrade

Posted on December 8, 2013 by marty

Free domestic U.S.P.S. Priority Mail upgrade for all orders over $49. Marty and her Magic Elves are shipping daily!  It’s not too late to order in time for Christmas. Orders placed this weekend will ship out on Monday! (JUST ASK for … Continue reading →

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Lord KraVen Wears Marty Magic Ear Wraps

Posted on November 26, 2013 by marty

I get many e-mails asking if I will recreate the Crescent Ear Wraps that I designed for Prince and Janelle Monáe. Although I have not signed a contract with Paisley Park, I decline reproducing the exact ones that Prince wears to … Continue reading →

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Marty buys Peter Macchiarini Earrings

Posted on November 24, 2013 by marty

Yes friends and collectors, I too have an addiction for jewelry and often buy and wear jewelry other than my own. Over the years I have made many a pilgrimage to the Macchiarini Gallery on Grant Ave in North Beach, … Continue reading →

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