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Wednesday 08.04.10
UPPERCASE in san francisco.
oh hey, if you’re in san francisco tonight, be sure and stop by the curiosity shoppe! especially if you’re fans of UPPERCASE magazine. the curiosity shoppe is hosting a very special meet and greet with the creative folks behind UPPERCASE on Wednesday, August 4th from 5-8pm.
i’ve been contributing artist interviews to Uppercase for a while now, but never met janine or her team, so i’m pretty excited to have this opportunity! and for those of you who haven’t yet picked up a copy of UPPERCASE, it’s a wonderful magazine “for the creative and curious” with inspiring stories about art, craft, design and creativity. the curiosity shoppe has been proud to stock UPPERCASE since Issue #1, (issue #6 has just hit the shelves) and dropping by tonight could be your best shot at picking up any back issues you may be pining for.
WHAT: UPPERCASE Magazine Meet & Greet
WHEN: Wednesday, August 4th, 5-8pm
WHERE: The Curiosity Shoppe, 855 Valencia St., SF 9411o
Monday 08.02.10
sunday in the city.
i spent this sunday at the alameda flea market, and a good time was had by all. it was my friend suzanne’s first visit, and she was my little good luck charm — we scored so many awe-inspiring finds. here’s a peek at our sunday in the city.
Tuesday 07.27.10
renegade san francisco.
yay! this weekend is the 3rd Annual Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco on July 31 + August 1, from 11am – 7pm each day at the Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion! and, it’s free to get in and browse around, shop and visit with all your favorite diy designers! last year’s renegade was packed, but in that great energy, exciting and inspiring kind of way! renegade is definitely one of my favorite diy and art events of the year, so don’t miss it if you’re in the bay area.
in attendance will be artists and crafters like ciuccio; lisa congdon and sara paloma — all with online shops, too, in case you can’t make it to renegade san francisco!
there will be new work from eric rewitzer and annie galvin from 3 fish studios.
new textiles from inklore; and a free photo booth to use from magnolia photo booth; and a new print from old tom foolery.
Tuesday 07.20.10
what’s happening? something’s hiding in san francisco.
oooh, guess who’s coming to san francisco? something’s hiding in here is coming — to the curiosity shoppe for a show on the evening of Friday, July 23rd, from 6-9pm! the curiosity shoppe announces the launch of ‘FORAGE’, a new line of handmade bow ties by the very talented Shauna Alterio and Stephen Loidolt. The geniuses behind Something’s Hiding in Here have created this amazing collection of neckwear based on the sartorial habits of a few of their favorite designers (such as Charles Eames, Louis Kahn, and Le Corbusier).
the duo has come all the way from Philadelphia to install a bow tie shop in the curiosity shoppe gallery space, so drop in on Friday for the opening reception, where you can meet Shauna and Stephen and pick up a tie of your own. There will be drinks, snacks, good people and good times. And for those of you who don’t know your way around a bow tie, have no fear — Barrett and Mike from Taylor Stitch will be on hand to demonstrate how to properly tie one on.
and, if you can’t make the show – don’t worry your pretty little neck! the bow ties will be available online beginning at 9am PST on Tuesday the 27th! get your tie on!
WHAT: Forage Opening Reception
WHEN: Friday, July 23rd, 6-9pm
WHERE: the curiosity shoppe, 855 Valencia St. (between 19th & 20th), San Francisco
Monday 07.19.10
sunset special.
i was eating a yummy lunch a few weeks ago at outerlands (with artist leah giberson while she was in town for her show at rare device) and we popped in next door, to the General Store in the outer sunset for a bit of browsing. i love the vintage vibe of this sorta surfer-chic shop, well-curated with loads of unique home accessories, objects d’art, books, jewelry, clothing and a load of really cool succulents.
there’s even a wee greenhouse designed by visual artist jesse schlesinger out back, that owners serena mitnik-miller and mason st. peter appear to be constantly upgrading. the general store is one of those shops you just want to support and frequent often, a very ‘mom & pop’ local feel, and tons of great gift ideas, and complete with the sweet resident dog, macy. check out their news section for upcoming shows and events.
