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A. Elizabethan Designs In British SterlingLeon Nussbaum, our London silversmith, creates dramatic sterling silver pieces inspired by the themes of a bygone era and the jewelry worn in the royal courts of Europe. Transparent rich emerald-green jewelers enamel allows light to penetrate and cast an amorous glow. Adorned with marcasites.
Pendant, 3/4" dia. on 16" chain with 2" extender. UAC02-011 $128
Earrings, 1/2" dia., posts. UAC02-012 $98
C. Sumi-Brushed Silk ScarfOur Idaho artist uses 100% silk as her canvas. Stretching the silk taut
on a frame, she hand-paints each scarf individually with Sumi brushes, using high-quality French dyes. Each scarf is signed by the artist.
Machine washable. Approx. 8" x 54". UAC02-030 $49
B. British Sterling Cuffl inks & Gentlemen’s RingsFrom Leon Nussbaum of London come these classic British sterling silver accessories for the gentleman. Each is hallmarked for your guarantee of purity.
Fleur-De-Lis Cuffl inks, 3/4" dia. black onyx. UAC02-021 $148
Fleur-De-Lis Ring, whole sizes 9 – 13. UAC02-022 $128
Shamrock Cuffl inks, 3/4" dia. with green jewelers enamel. UAC02-023 $148
Shamrock Ring, whole sizes 9 – 13. UAC02-024 $128
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Terri S. AlpertFounder and CEO
“Your complete satisfaction is my number one priority.”–Terri S. Alpert, CEO & Founder
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Greetings,
Join me on a journey of
discovery where all around
the world everyone is Irish
for at least one day!
Perhaps I possess the luck of
the four-leaf clover, but I
consider myself not lucky so
much as blessed. Thank you for
allowing me to be your guide as
together we meet artisans who
still craft objects uno alla volta
(one at a time), leaving behind
a bit of their spirit in each work
of their hands.
I hope the blessings in your
life are too numerous to count.
Happy St.
Patrick’s Day,
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© 2010 Uno Alla Volta, LLC, all rights reserved. Uno Alla Volta means “One At A Time” in Italian. Uno Alla Volta and One At A Time are registered marks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC. From the Hearts and Hands of Artisans is a service mark of Uno Alla Volta, LLC. Leon Nussbaum and Daniel Lyons are trademarks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC.
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Greetings,
Mothers and daughters. A relationship
of countless emotions, and yet through it
all there remains an unbreakable bond.
My mother has taught me the single
most important lesson of my life – that
life is fundamentally about the human
spirit and the human connection. In
building Uno Alla Volta as a tribute to
these two principles, I suppose it is really
a tribute to you, Mom!
Happy Mother’s Day!
© 2010 Uno Alla Volta, LLC, all rights reserved. Uno Alla Volta means “One At A Time” in Italian. Uno Alla Volta and One At A Time are registered marks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC. From the Hearts and Hands of Artisans is a service mark of Uno Alla Volta, LLC. Leon Nussbaum and Daniel Lyons are trademarks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC.
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A. Bronze Pea Pod NecklacesOur New York State jeweler hand-casts these treasures from molds made from actual pea pods. Freshwater pearl “peas” can represent children, grandchildren or members of a family. Hangs from 16" brass chain with 3" extender.
Pea Pod With One Pearl, 11/2" long. UAE02-011 $78
Pea Pod With Two Pearls, 11/2" long. UAE02-012 $88
Pea Pod With Three Pearls, 11/2" long. UAE02-013 $98
Pea Pod With Four Pearls, 2" long. UAE02-014 $108
B. Aromatic Potpourri AccentsOur Georgia artisans have redefi ned decorative fragrance accessories for the home. Each wax creation is hand-poured and embedded with natural essence and natural and silk botanicals. Designed to release a unique aromatic fragrance that lasts up to a year.
Rose Garden Sphere, 4" dia. UAE02-021 $24
Sage Vessel, 63/4" dia. x 2" deep. UAE02-022 $30
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B. Golf Ball PaperweightThis unique golf ball paperweight is handcrafted by our Indiana artisans in the old-world tradition of glass making. The golf ball is made from a special blend of clays and sands that are precisely mixed to an exact consistency, then poured into a mold and fired in a kiln for several hours. Once cool, the golf ball is encapsulated in crystal and green glass that has a special crimp design. Approx. 31/2" dia. UAH02-020 $138
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A. Solid Wood Dream Keeper Box “All men of action are dreamers”
Our wooden treasure box is handcrafted from American cherry wood by our North Carolina artist, a former banker who left his career to immerse himself in his craft. The warmth of the polished wood offers Dad a special place to store treasures and keepsakes from his journeys. Suede lining. 21/4" x 7" x 33/4". UAH02-010 $89
C. Give Dad A Tie He’ll Use Every Day!From her Pocono mountain studio, our potter handcrafts a mug which is certain to make Dad chuckle every time he drinks from it. Each is thrown on a wheel, and then decorated with her hand-cut shirt collar, necktie and hand-pulled handle. She fi res the completed piece, glazes it and then fi res again – no two mugs are exactly alike. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Approx. 5" high and holds 16 oz.
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Greetings,
As my oldest daughter graduates high
school and prepares for college, my
father serves as an ever-inspiring
presence in her life (and mine!).
So, at this time of celebrating the
“grads and Dads” in life, I have extra
reason to pause and take stock of life’s
numerous blessings.
As brief as our time on this earth may
be, we each have an opportunity to
make a lasting impact.
Nearly every Uno Alla Volta artisan
has told me that his or her inspira-
tion comes from knowing that each
work of her hands captures a bit of
her spirit, and consequently may put a
smile on the face of someone she will
probably never meet. If one day her
creation is passed to future genera-
tions, she just may touch in nity.
Terri S. AlpertFounder and CEO
© 2010 Uno Alla Volta, LLC, all rights reserved. Uno Alla Volta means “One At A Time” in Italian. Uno Alla Volta, One At A Time and From the Hearts and Hands of Artisans are all registered marks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC. Leon Nussbaum and Daniel Lyons are trademarks of Uno Alla Volta, LLC.
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Gifts ForDads & Grads
See our semi-precious inlay cuffl inks on page 38.
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In each issue of the Uno Alla Volta catalog, I use the founder’s letter as an opportunity to tell the story of our brand, while at the same time sharing a bit of my personal philosophy and my life with my customers.
Here are three recent examples selected from the spring of this year.