Shop small with this trio of talents, including CassandraCollections, prissy stems and PW King Abstract Art

Talent is found in this family, and today Steph and Rosie Cassandra invited King Polidori, her sister Priscilla King and their mother Patty King to tell a little about their business and how to shop small with thoughtful gifts this holiday season.

Cassandra Collections

Cassandra King Polidori is the founder and designer of CassandraCollections jewelry. Cassandra’s idea for her jewelry collection, which was originally an editor in the magazine industry, started out of necessity: she could not write her history assignments in the cocktail rings she owned. She designed her first ring with thread as it was malleable, which suited her needs at work and in her daily life. After being stopped enough around town by people asking who designed her ring, the custom orders started coming in and CassandraCollections was born.

Cassandra’s inspiration is taken from her everyday life. The idea behind her latest collection, “Back to Basics”, came to her when her daughter started learning basic shapes. Her intricate pearl and gold mesh necklaces were designed with (and to) her mother, an important worker during the pandemic. Her floral design came to her when she was pregnant – the concept of her budding baby evoked her desire to create whimsical pieces using silk flowers interwoven with natural stone.

Made with ethically sourced stones and recycled metals, collectors of these unique pieces can wear them proudly. CassandraCollections jewelry makes any outfit stand out and is always a conversation starter.

Instagram @CassandraCollections

Website: https://cassandracollections.com/

Prissy Stems

As many did during the pandemic, Prissy Stems owner Priscilla King, “Prissy,” became obsessed with lockdown plants. While all her windows and surfaces were filled with beautiful green, the other less bright corners began to look sad. Prissy decided to light up these spaces with flowers; and since store-bought bouquets are not her style, her flower arrangement began! These events were quickly noticed by friends and family and the orders began. These beautiful events are available for delivery in the Austin area * and surrounding cities for a small fee. * Book your Christmas events today!

Instagram @prissystems

Phone (512) 588-4322

PWKing abstract art

Patty started painting in 2011 on Mother’s Day when she was awakened by a dream in which she heard her mother (who was an artist herself) say: “Honey, you have to paint!” The dream was so compelling that she did exactly that, bought supplies and painted! Patty is a mixed media artist who primarily works with acrylic on canvas and paper. Before 2011, she was an avid black and white photographer, so creativity has always been in her blood. As a young girl, Patty, like so many people of her generation, was fascinated by many of the post-war abstract expressionists such as Jackson Pollock, Helen Frankenthaler, de Koonigs, and Jasper Johns. That intrigue and her mother’s voice in her dream brought her love of creating abstract art to life! Patty is available for ordered pieces of all shapes and sizes.

Patricia King

Commissioned abstract artist

Instagram @pwkingabstract

pwkingart@gmail.com

Phone (512) 466-1954

Bene Hud & Laser

Instagram: @bene_austin

Website: https://www.beneskinandlaser.com/

Bene Skin & Laser is a skin care specialty spa centered around a focused range of services that offer treatments that are both relaxing and clinical. Facials combine high-tech modalities with holistic rejuvenating techniques. Hydra-Soothing fluid, a non-greasy moisturizing milk, repairs and nourishes skin with shea butter and apricot kernel oil. Bene is owned and operated by licensed esthetician and laser hair remover, Trisha Lewis. She opened Bene this past summer, bringing fifteen years of experience as an esthetician and seven years as a small business owner to help bring her vision to life with Bene.

Bene was in many ways born from the pandemic-related shutdown in 2020. The forced downtime allowed for a much-needed self-reflection and led to the desire to adapt to its core values. A pandemic-friendly trip to Big Bend provided the perfect inspiration to help her launch her new spa.

Discount code: STU512

Discount amount: 25% DISCOUNT

Items: ALL POSTAL CERTIFICATES

Link to page: https://www.beneskinandlaser.com/mailed-gift-certificates

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