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November 2023 by Andrea P. Howe
Both Alison AND her work are lovely. I fell in love with a necklace of Alison's that a friend was wearing and arranged to have a similar one shipped to me. Alison was super responsive and helpful via email (the exact same piece was no longer available so I needed a consult), and persistent in helping me get just the right length even in the face of my faulty measurements. I strongly recommend WindHorse Arts.
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June 2022 by Kate C.
WindHorse Arts is hands down our favorite shop in Vinalhaven. The jewelry is gorgeous and infinitely giftable. But truly the best part about WindHorse is the owner herself. Allison is friendly and engaging and always happy to talk about her craft. Stop in and visit if you are on island. You will not regret it!
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April 2022 by S Beggs
Alison’s work exquisitely reflects the island and the artist from where they come. Each piece grabs your eye like a shimmering rock just under the water. Like my mother before me, I cannot leave the island without stopping in her shop/studio. It is the highlight of my summer visits. I have many pieces and they are my go-to earrings. They peak out and whisper to me from the bureau, shelves, nooks and sills all around my (landlocked) house - true inspiration!
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April 2022 by Heidi S
Windhorse Arts is one of my favorite places to buy jewelry. The colors are unique and there is something for everyone. I had been looking for a sable brown earring and this year Windhorse Arts had just the shade I was looking for. While I have never been to the physical store, shopping online is easy and products are sent out with blazing speed. Great for late gift giving!
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March 2022 by Lorri Brown
My daughter loved the birthday gift I ordered from Alison. The earrings were as bright and beautiful as the picture on her website. I highly recommend for affordable, handcrafted gifts from Maine!
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February 2022 by Ellen Wenning
Alison’s necklaces are the only ones I wear anymore…so beautiful and amazingly full of light and color. Alison has made custom pieces for my daughters bridesmaids and for a Nana necklace for me. She is so helpful and patient! Definitely 5 stars!
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February 2022 by Carolyn Kasky
I called Alison and requested several pairs of the Red Holly Berry earrings for my sisters and niece so we could all have them for Christmas. She promptly responded and the earrings were to me in record time. Alison's jewelry and photography are so much a part of where she lives and shows how she respects nature and beauty.
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December 2021 by Enza Lewis
WindHorse Arts features such beautiful jewelry that I remembered the place long after I returned to Pennsylvania. My earrings arrived promptly, in beautiful packaging. Alison’s artwork is unique - I always get compliments when I wear them!
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December 2021 by Steve Burns
Alison at Windhorse Arts is an excellent artist and craft person and equally, a delightful person to purchase from. She made a lovely set of glass sea-turquoise earrings and necklace for me to give as a beautiful gift and went beyond customer service expectations when she helped track down my lost Post Office shipment and did everything to make sure things were perfect. Thank you so much Alison, you are a multifaceted sparkling gem!
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December 2021 by Jodi Krangle
Alison makes such beautiful glass art. I love how every piece turned out - from earrings to bracelets to lovely little plates. SO well done - and they make the perfect gifts. You won't regret buying these for your loved ones (or yourself!).
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November 2021 by Sherri Mead
I absolutely LOVE the handcrafted jewelry from WindHorse! I personally own four necklaces and two pairs of earrings. I also have given a couple of items as gifts. Alison went above and beyond with customer service. I had found a beautiful necklace and wanted earrings to match. Unfortunately, I didn’t find the pair I was looking for. Alison then volunteered to look at her stash of materials to see if she could accommodate me- Materials were located and I had a stunning pair of earrings the next day. I constantly receive compliments when I wear my very unique jewelry. I plan on adding to my collection. I love color and light reflection and both are evident in every piece. It is always a treat to go into WindHorse Arts!!!
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October 2021 by Katherine Warren
The most beautiful wearable energy ! ?A guaranteed compliment every single time I wear my favorite Calypso pieces. Alison's jewelry captures us each so personally and ignites our sparkle.?As a customer for years, Alison's beautiful colors mark every kind of special occasion for our family and friends. My son's raindrop on a leather cord is a beloved and treasured memento of Singing in the Rain. ?My Windhorse earrings, especially, are the core of my jewelry wardrobe, no other adornment needed! Thank you Alison for ensuring I'm always inspired by the beauty you create ! ❤
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September 2021 by Andrea Schwarz
This shop is a treasure and Alison's work beautiful. My first pair of earrings were from the shop and ever since I have been buying for myself and my friends from Alison. She got on phone calls with me to discuss the character of my girlfriends to find the perfect color jewelry for them. And each and everyone of them loved theirs. I am a lifelong customer!
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September 2021 by Erica Viggiano- Integrative Life
I have been buying Alison's glass art for probably 15 years. The first piece I bought at her shop on Vinalhaven is still my favorite and I'll be heartbroken if it's lost because each piece is unique. Her jewelry is beautiful and I love the simplicity of the way she works with glass and color- the result is not simple at all but an amazing and resonant alchemy ! I have many necklaces and earrings to match a variety of moods and seasons. What is beautiful about these pieces is that they celebrate energy and connection. Many artists who work in this medium just create overly chaotic images and textures within the glass but Alison's work is so subtle. I have replaced the simple cords on the necklaces many times because I never take them off. People admire this jewelry all the time when it is worn and it evokes the most interesting and heartfelt reflections and conversations. I am sad to have not been back to the island for many years but Alison's website is terrific and I have enjoyed sending many people to it. Would love to return to Vinalhaven someday but it's nice to have a connection with Alison and her work and the place either way. These pieces also make great gifts- I have given necklaces and earrings to all the women in my family and we enjoy the connection it sustains with both each other and Maine. Thank you for many years of joy from these beautiful pieces !
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September 2021 by Kassandra Hopkins
Beautiful pieces that are sure to please! I recently ordered a variety of the tapas plates, as well as a pair of earrings to give as gifts and they were shipped quickly and arrived in perfect condition. I also have multiple pairs of earrings from her that I have accumulated over time - I consistently receive compliments on them and they are definitely my favorite pairs! It's obvious how much hard work Alison puts into her products.