Monday, November 15, 2010

Enamelling Workshop at Gravel & Gold!!!



I'm sooooo excited! I am on the email list for a super cute shop/boutique in San Francisco's Mission district called Gravel & Gold. Last week, they announced an upcoming Enamelling Workshop; I inquired, but was too late to join in the quickly filled event. However, much to my surprise, a few days after my initial inquiry, I was offered the opportunity to take a spot that had been vacated. I jumped at the chance! Yay, December 18th won't be here soon enough!

Here's a little bit of info from their website:
" Come and experience the magic of fusing glass onto metal! Gravel & Gold is hosting an evening of enamel shaking and baking 101 with local jewelry designer Raïssa Bump. In her own work, Raïssa takes a no fuss, direct approach to enamel and uses it for bold, rich color.
She will be teaching the very beginning basics of working with enamel. Students will sift opaque colorful enamels onto copper medallions and fire them in a kiln. Stencils can be utilized to layer colors and pattern. Etching paste can be utilized to create a matte finish. Participants will leave with a couple of medallions to keep for themselves or give as great handmade gifts. Medallions are equipped with a hole and jump ring to attach your own chain, leather or ribbon. "

Will post pics of my creations! Stay tuned....

http://gravelandgold.com/
Gravel & Gold
3266 21st St.
SF

jewelry & knitwear designer Raïssa Bump
http://www.raissabump.com/

Friday, November 12, 2010

Where It's At! Tonight at the Mad Dog!!!



Tonight at Mad Dog in the Fog...soul, funk, disco, r&B and rare groove all night long! Come and hang out with us, sip a brew and cut the rug! Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month. 10pm 'til close and always FREE! Hope to see ya tonight!

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Artist Sister's opening this weekend @ Leanna Lin's Wonderland!


This is a must see opening! I don't often regret not living in Los Angeles any more...but I do regret not living there this weekend, as I will be missing this opening!

From Leanna Lin's Wonderland blog (http://www.leeleeswonderland.blogspot.com):

This Saturday, 11/13 from 6-10pm

The Artist Sisters: CJ Metzger & Miss Mindy presents
HEART ON OUR SLEEVE splendid works in paint, pencil & ink

www.ArtistSisters.com

I'm so excited to have these lovely local artists at Leanna Lin's Wonderland! Join us for the opening event during November's NELA art walk. They will be bringing small paintings, drawings, and watercolors, hand embellished limited edition prints, hand painted nesting dolls, signed sets and more! Show runs through Dec. 29th.

* Special Goody Bags to the first 18 people
* Posters for all purchases (while supplies last)
* drinks + pink heart cookies by Maile's Fine Pastries
* Papas's Tapas spanish cuisine truck
* Lake Street Creamery gourmet ice cream truck



Leanna Lin's Wonderland is a playful jewelry STUDIO/SHOP/ART gallery inspired by modern + retro designs, where you can use your imagination to CREATE your own beaded jewelry!

Leanna Lin Jewelry + Wonderland
5024 Eagle Rock Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90041
323.550.1332
hello@LeannaLinsWonderland.com

Sunday, November 7, 2010

"My Mom is Fabulous" blog posted my mom's photo!

My friend, Karen, recenlty posted a link to this blog: "My Mom is Fabulous". She got a photo of her mom posted and I loved the blog and idea so much, I felt inclined to honor my own mom by submitting a photo of her. Much to my delight, I got an email today with notification that my photo had been posted! Yay! Take a look here: http://www.mymomisfabulous.com/2010/11/pretty-patterns.html

Groove Merchant turns 20!


It's nice to know that in the middle of our very trying economic times, there is a independant business that is celebrating an anniversary and 20 years at that! Groove Merchant is one of the best Indie record stores in the Bay Area. Located in the Lower Haight in San Francisco, they occupy a modest sized shop, but hold a wealth of original vinyl. My collection centers around Soul, and they definitely have an amazing selection to offer. They also carry Jazz, Latin, Funk, Folk and on and on. Mostly LP's & 12", but a nice little selection of 45s as well. If you haven't been down to support, don't wait any longer! And while you're there, pick up one of the 20th anniversary commemorative CD comps that has been put out by Ubiquity Records!
Click on the link below to read more about the anniversary and the nice items Ubiquity has put together.

http://ubiquityrecords.tumblr.com/post/1483322358/coming-soon-groove-merchant-turns-20

New Listings in my ETSY shop! Questionetc for vintage!!!

New listings in my etsy shop! More vintage to come...keep an eye out! Lots of additional items to come and all at great prices and in excellent condition. It's not too early to start your Christmas shopping and maybe a little something for yourself too! www.questionetc.etsy.com