9. July 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

On Thursday July 16, 2009, from 8:00-11:00pm, Austin Handmade will be celebrating the Grand Re-opening of its new store location at 2009 S. First St. Combining launch efforts with this year’s Austin Fashion Week. The Austin Handmade Grand Re-opening Party will showcase a fashion show by local designer Robie Dodson of Parsimony. This fashion lineup will feature some of the coolest, trendy, chic, and comfortable items in all of Austin. The Austin Handmade store’s Grand Re-opening Party will offer special in-store discounts, along with giveaways from participating sponsors such as the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls, select Austin based artists and a membership for a free year of classes provided by The WonderCraft. Party guests will be able try out the new Austin Handmade Do-It-Yourself Room using simple kits created by Austin artists with instructions and basic supplies available for purchase at the event. Continue with the on-site DIY fun with make n’ take projects provided Austin’s newest creative craft-force, The WonderCraft. Show entertainment to be provided by local band Lost Werks and DJ Beef Eigler “Hot Britches” of High Society. Event and fashion show photography by local photographer, John Pesina featured in The Austin American Statesman, Envy Magazine, Tribeza, SXSW World and Austin 360. Enjoy drinks from Austin’s favorite, Sweet Leaf Tea  and Treaty Oak Platinum Rum. Rum truly made in the spirit of Texas. Texas’s first & only distillery that both brews and distills locally, using only Texas ingredients.

Austin Handmade is the brainchild of forward thinking local art supporters Jason Butler and Catherine Jones. Butler, a native Texan and graduate from the Art Institute of Dallas also owns and operates Sixgunlover Records and Sonance Rehearsal Studios. His partner Catherine Jones, UT alumni and co-founder of Austin Handmade, helped to establish this business as her way of giving back to a community that has offered her so many possibilities. Austin Handmade began as an online store, marketed toward a national audience. Their idea was to have an inclusive array of arts to represent the diversity of talent in Austin. After receiving many requests from Austinites to create a local showroom, owners Catherine and Jason decided to open up shop. Austin Handmade’s mission is to provide an outlet for artists and to expand the notion of what art is, with a focus on affordable art.

Visit the Austin Handmade online store at www.austinhandmade.com to find an array of Austin’s talent with a wide diversity of art including screen printing, book binding, candle making, fabric art, graphic design and more, including detailed information on upcoming featured monthly artist events and the bi-weekly local Handmade Market.

Vote: http://www.fashionweekaustin.com/boutiques/austin-handmade/

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9. June 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

The All Austin All Handmade Bash-

Come out and support All local & All handmade businesses (primarily women owned) on Friday July 31st at Beauty Bar from: 7-11pm! Music by Monster Girl, DJ Blend*e, & Salvo. Shop local vendors such as Sublime Stitching,  *annemarie*, Opal-Black, Peace Boutique & more. Fabulous food & drink sponsors such as Treaty Oak Rum, Sweet Leaf Tea, Paula’s Texas Spirits, Blue Note Bakery & NadaMoo! The raddest non-dairy ice cream in Texas…

Tons of awesome activities for adults (sorry kids it’s 21 and up only) such as on-site DIY projects presented by the newest edition of Austin’s creative-force, The WonderCraft. Fashion Show presented by the lovely ladies at Team Fabrication with accessories by Broken Ear Productions, up-dos by Siren’s Salon, makeup by W3LL People, massages by Meador Massage, manicures, & a rock’n photo-booth by local photographer, Trevor Ray Thompson.

Also tickets to the charity raffle are available for purchase the night of the event with fabulous local business sponsors like Austin Handmade, Soigne, 302 Designs, Rae Cosmetics, Leighelena, Uchi, Siren’s Salon, Creative Side Academy, Electric Promotions,  Independence Brewery, Jerry’s Artarama, Paggi House, Buffalo Exchange, Legendary Beads, TXRD, Kickbutt Coffee, Nepenthe’s Bathtime, W3LL People, Lucy Blue Studio, Paired Hearts, Broken Ear Productions, & Snuggle Herd.

Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the community outreach program for The WonderCraft. Entry is $2, but you get 1/2 off with online sign-up or by bringing in an event flyer. Proceeds from the cover charge will be donated to Austin Dog Rescue. More Info on the event can be found at http://www.electricpromotions.com/bash.html

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23. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

RSVP on Do512 for $5 Entry!

GAT5 textiles presents:
the SUMMER SIZZLE fashion show

ANTONE’S NIGHTCLUB
thursday 06.04.09 8pm

a complete fashion experience including:

runway show:
loves, mariessa. pink salon. renee geneava. ryan nicole. soigné. team fabrication. tripp. GAT5 textiles.
avenue 5. electra. frenchy’s. girl rx. rae cosmetics. sirens. topaz. urban betty. waterstone aesthetics.

music:
tribella + prep mode

photo booth:
dustin downing

video installation:
kid nice productions

poster installation:
three box model

snow cones:
frosty slim

live screen printing:
twin villain

market:
GAT5. HOPE. twin villain. text and object + more

scooters:
austin moped

after party:
beauty bar

tickets:
$5 Do512 rsvp
tickets + info at www.antones.net

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22. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

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20. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

Calling all Austin ladies, come out tonight to Martini & Manicure Thursdays at Cuba Libra for $5 Martinis & $5 Manicures from 5-10pm!

Come have a drink, (maybe two) get your nails done, and shop vendors like broken Broken Ear Production’s (www.brokenearproductions.com) cool upcycled and creative jewelry and totally rad handmade clutches and bags. Also get a sneak peek at Robert Schrader’s new shop called Indioma (http://indioma.com a collection filled with fun and whimsical clothing imported from India. Be on the lookout for a special Martini & Manicure Night discount too!

www.cubalibreaustin.com

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18. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

http://www.myspace.com/bluevelvetvintage

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7. May 2009 by admin.

Need something fun to do tonight? Visit St. Vincent de Paul for First Thursday on South Congress!

Grab a coffee at Jo’s and walk down to shop the coolest items from the talented ladies at Broken Ear Productions http://www.brokenearproductions.com and Paired Hearts http://www.pairedhearts.com. Mother’s Day is this weekend & they have a special deal, so be sure to ask!

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1. May 2009 by admin.

Handmade Austin Women presents Art in the Garden.
May 2nd 10-6
May 3rd 12-5
Hosted by Ginko Studios 
800 Gullet Dr. 
Free admission, lovely beverages & snacks & the show is kid friendly!
www.handmadeaustinwomen.com

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20. April 2009 by admin.

Broken Ear Productions

Broken Ear Productions is run by the very creative and talented Kim Sae-Eue and co-worker/mascot Alfred (chihuahua) that she named the company after who has a broken ear - just one…the other one’s perky. Check out her online store on ETSY for some really rad one-of-a-kind accessories, jewelry and handbags.

Click here to check out this cool tutorial…Quick, Dirty & Cheap way to make mini-messenger bags.

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18. April 2009 by admin.

The Lone Star Ladies Present: Shop Austin will take place from 11AM - 5PM at Saengerrunde Hall, (1607 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX) today April 18th, 2009.

This shopping event brings together over 30 top local designers, crafters and fine artists from Austin, Texas and surrounding cities.Peruse merchandise from incredible artists and crafters such as *annemarie*, Ballistic Sweater Girl Designs, Chia, Kandle Kidswear, Ornamental Things, Tasty Jewelry and many more high-end designers and crafters. Shoppers can indulge in complimentary facials and makeovers in the Beauty Lounge provided by Haute Sponsor Sarita Richmond of Mary Kay, or treat themselves to a decadent cupcake from local specialty vendor, Hey Cupcake! Attendees can capture the moment by having their picture taken in the Trevor Ray Thompson photo booth. All photos will be available for free download after the event.

So come out and enjoy shopping across a wide variety of gift friendly art and fine craft for all members of the family, including pets! Be sure to arrive to the event early as the first 30 shoppers to line up will receive goodie bags sponsored by DesignSociety.net, Shop Shop Designs and Southern Sister Designs, filled with fun local must-haves, and fabulous products from Shop Austin vendors.The Lone Star Ladies Present: Shop Austin has named Electric Promotions, Greenling.com, IMT Residential, The Laser & Electrolysis Studio, Inc., The Onion, and The River 102.3 as its Haute sponsors for this year’s independent design, craft & fine art showcase.

The Lone Star Ladies Present: Shop Austin is based in Austin, Texas. To learn more, visit http://www.thelonestarladies.com/

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