TIME TO SAY SO LONG....

Although we've closed the doors to our retail store (Vintiques), we are happy to announce that we will be doing shows in and around Kansas City.

Here's a link to our new blog - http://www.oddfolies.blogspot.com

Bookmark the new page - this site will no longer be updated.

Thanks for your continued patronage. You can reach us via eMail:

oddfolies@yahoo.com

VIMSEY Girls have finally landed!

Kathy Burris and Susie Snyder of Vimsey, (vintage whimsey) have finally pointed their wings in our direction! From tiny tokens to beautiful centerpiece candlelabras... these sisters take paper arts and found objects to an entirely new level. Here's an example of some of their beautiful art.

TOPS
VINTAGE LINEN PILLOWS BY LINDA FLAKE

NEED A THIMBLE?

BISQUE HEADS

BABY FACE!

GIVE ME A HAND!

NEED A KEY? 100'S OF OLD ONES HAVE JUST ARRIVED!

LOTS OF NEW WORK FROM JUDY BRIGGS!

THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW.

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU'LL FIND!

Community Flea Market Sundays! City Market

Pretty little cherubs circle this vintage lamp.

Vintage Tin

Groovy Pink Dresser and a faded painted canvas!

Where can you find fabulous treasures, get fresh produce (a flat of strawberries - $8) and a bag of yummy Kettle Corn? City Market - right in front of our store. Here are some pics I snapped first thing this Sunday morning!

Beautiful little bowl - and the primative table was painted perfectly -- the tapestry on the seat cover was in mint condition.

Saturdays are farmer days - local farmers bring their wonderful produce - the Amish come in and sell fresh baked goods - Shatto Dairy is here on some Saturdays - you can sample their flavors.

Just thought I'd let you all know that Saturdays are not the only days we have something fun to offer at City Market. Sundays from now through October will be Community Flea Market Days.

We have our favorite consigners setting up around our shop with all sorts of bargain prices EVERY Friday and Saturday (Weather permitting). So whether you are looking for a 100 year old book, a $40 dining room table, or just a few chairs priced at $5. each - come down to the City Market! They will be out there waiting to wheel and deal. So if you can't wait until the FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH to hit the pavement in search of great finds - come to the City Market and visit Vintiques.

Miracles...

Ever have one of those days when things just don't feel right. Something or someone has thrown a wrench into your spokes. I was having one of those moments - a flash of -Why does this have to happen? Why now? Just as I'm about to enter the Pity Parkway - I take a detour to my mailbox. Here's where the story gets interesting. A couple of weeks ago - a woman came into the shop. There was an aura about her. Something almost palpable - a spirit filled with optimism, hope and her soft spoken words hung like tangible verses to keep and ponder later.

Her name is Claudia. (childhood photo above) She is an actress living part-time right here in Overland Park, Kansas. She resides with her husband, a survivor of the Holocaust, part of the year at their home in Poland. Providing education through community service and speaking engagements, they share a history that is overwhelming to so many and as each year passes with so few who remain.

You can't imagine my surprise when I opened the mailbox and found a gift from her. An offering so generously filled with warmth and kindness it made my heart swell. A lump formed in my throat the moment I started to read the notes that explained the many articles that have personal meaning to her. I call this type of sharing -a miracle. Small -- maybe- no parting of a sea - no burning bush - but her thoughts and sentiments moved me to tears - blubbering actually -- and there are some little treasures she shared that I don't believe I shall ever part with.

I knew the moment she left the shop - our paths may not cross again -but we were kindred spirits in understanding the history that is attached to bits and pieces of tangibles that so many take for granted. I knew that I would never forget her. So, I'm going to share with photos the personal and collected items she bestowed on me. Her note said to use them in our shop - sell them - or give them away. So next time you are in - you may be the recipient of some little whimsy, photo, or handmade card that I will share with YOU.

Here's just one of the bits of wisdom Claudia shared with me. The Chassidim say: "Act each moment as if the whole universe were in perfect balance between good and evil: and it is your next action that is the final straw that will sway the whole of creation to one side or the other." That's why actors have stagefright. They feel this balance and their role in it. When, after years of acting, stagefright subsides, it is because we have forgotten the enormous responsibility of our next action. Tremble: your whole lfe is a rehearsal for the moment you are in now.

It's meeting people like Claudia - who remind you that each word shared may impact someone in ways you never dreamed. Thank you Claudia. You are living your life with a purpose. I'm reminded -- this is no dress rehearsal!

Chari Roberts Peak

Mrs. Roberts (Chari's mom) Chari and her Sister, Tona

Here are some shots of Chari's show at the Gladstone Community Center. There were dozens of artists there - beautiful center! Here are some pics we took on Friday evening.

The show continues through today.

GRATITUDE!

Gratitude. It's the word that fills my thoughts daily. Today - I'm especially grateful for the wonderful new friends and women who surround, support and keep me filled with creative inspiration. Kara Ward and Ali Gripp spent and entire day soldering these little domino charms for me. They brought them to the Miss Frenchie Show last Friday evening. I passed them out - they were little reminders of the wonderful classes we offer at Vintiques. They made 100 of them and I have 18 left. For all the recipients - who could hardly believe we GAVE them away - you share in the gift of their generosity. Kara and Ali - thank you for the kindness and the friendship. You are amazing women! Amazing artists! Amazing mothers and wives! Ahhh, the many hats we wear....

If that wasn't surprise enough .... Kara brought this charming little garland into the shop - another gift... I'm wondering if she ever sleeps!!! It's hanging on the shelf just behind the counter. A beautiful reminder of my dream come true -- a shop filled with all the things I love to create with! Sometimes you meet like minded - and you know "they get it!" They understand why you kept the little netting off an old hat. They see tattered lace and know exactly what to do with it. Girls who know and understand texture. Fiber freaks! Hunters and gatherers of the worn and chippy frames, old greeting cards, they love the flower images on antique calling cards - they simply get it. They understand my love for those odd bits that I've hung on to for the past 20+ years. I'm grateful for those of you who understand and collect those things as well. My kindred spirits!

Chari Roberts Peak - ART SPRINGS in Gladstone

Chari Peak - who shares some of her week with us -- almost every week- she's always at the ready to assist with whatever we need -- including the packing, lifting, moving, hammering, schlepping, hoping, discussing what's next and best of all-- she shares her smile and some of the coolest sculptures and mixed media art on the planet - am I biased? You bet - Am I correct - go to her show and you be the judge!


She's showing this weekend at ART SPRINGS - Gladstone. A juried fine art show and sale.
April 24-25 Friday 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Free admission! Gladstone Community Center 6901 N. Holmes St. Gladstone, MO

Here's a picture she'll yell at me 0ver - for posting - but she was invaluable to me at the Miss Frenchie Show. We had a plan - got there - had to change the plan - and we managed to cram all that we brought into our little space upstairs in the loft. It was hard work - but lots of fun when you can do those shows with someone so happy about life! She's the best friend anyone could ask for. HERE'S TO YOU CHARI -- hope your show sells OUT this weekend!

For those who were lucky enough to make it to the Miss Frenchie's show - I applaud your effors. There were about 75 people waiting in line 1/2 hour before the doors were open on Friday evening. A rare shopping experience with beautiful collections of antiques, home decor and whimsies made by the hands of some of KC's finest artisians. Here are some photos I took just before the doors were open. Enjoy!

Au Revoir to the Miss Frenchie Show

Dramatic effect? YOU BET! Elizabeth Maxson formerly Elizabeth House (St. Louis), Debbie Dusenberry of Curious Sofa, Gwen McClure and Teri Elliot of French by Design (Mission Road Antiques), Donnie Volkart -just back from Roundtop, Texas (River Market Antiques), Barbara Farmer of Parrin and Co., (45th & State Line Road), Carol Spinski of Raised in Cotton), brought truck loads of beautiful treasures from around the world. Karla Nathan (Karla's Cottage) & Beth Leintz brought a great collection of their handmade, hand-painted works of art. So many things to choose from - so little time to shop! Wonderful offerings from one of our instructors, Robin Mackintosh. Her new necklaces were amazing. I wear one of her pmc and charm necklaces almost weekly. It's a magnet for an "OH" or "Ahhhh" response. Followed by, "Where did you get that?" Sorry ladies -it's a one of a kind creation - and a treasure - just like Robin!

Marilyn Gash (Lauri's mother and show partner) in the background. I have several of Marilyn's little pin cushions. Warehoused in their little tart tins - they are pretty enough to eat!

Lauri Meyers - shopping the gauntlet of wares - she took home a beautiful birdcage from Carol at Raised in Cotton! Lauri has an eagle eye when it come to groovy stuff! Her artwork is as lovely as she is! Stay tuned - she's having a show of her own in June. I'll share the details later.

Artwork by Gregory Johnson. We own 1/2 dozen of his creations. So many of you have asked to purchase the one's we keep at the shop. His work truly inspires me - moves me. I carried the first piece I purchased in my car for over a week - just to show it to everyone I came in contact with -- it's still one of my most prized possessions! Did I mention he's one of my favorite people? Adorable -- absolutely - adorable!

Julie Reed's designs - delicate and intricate pins made from beautiful fibers - every detail was perfect. Julie was kind enough to make our vendor signage -- it was lovely and a ton of work to do. I for one truly appreciated her dedication to this important task. Thank you Julie!

New creations from vintage baubles were sparkling and affordable - from Dianne Ripper!

I'm so happy to have met her.

Lesa Dailey's beautiful sculptures! I wanted every single one of them. Came away with a tiny little pink birdie. I gave it to my daughter -who's as sweet as can be.


Our little section in the loft - crammed full of all that you would expect to find at the shop.

....random thoughts...

John Kelley, in the WorkShop last Friday.

He's putting the finishing touches on a piece

inspired by magazine clipping he found over a decade ago.

Moved by the image, it made it's way into his inspiration file!

This work is part of John's personal collection and is not for sale.

Need some direction?

We are constantly sorting and re-stocking

with bins and boxes full of

things you feel you have to have-

even if you don't have a use for them yet!

Why is it you can never find a sharpened pencil when you need one?

I've always liked to write with pencils. I've always felt comfort that

I could erase the mistake. We all make them.

Wish forgiving them

could be as easy.

So long to "Whithin His Reach"
This assemblage sculpture by Chari Roberts Peak

now resides at a residence at the Plaza.

Cool 78's, Children's storybook records, even some 45's.

I think old quilt fabrics share the most interesting

colors and patterns. I am fascinated by the color trends

of each decade.

ART CHALLENGE!

Okay, here's the 411 on the Art Challenge Chari, Michelle, Craig and I just completed. We had these "paint it yourself" oval canvas. Each of us took one and there were no rules or restrictions. The first photo is the back of Chari's piece. Thank heavens she had not covered it - I forgot to take the BEFORE picture.

First up is Craig's work. He used his handmade paper and bits of his vintage button collection. He used an old tailors measuring tape as a new edge. Chari used images from her French magazine collection. Some were sacrificed for her project. Next is Michelle's piece. A recessed childhood photo of her is contained - to remind: find and dwell within your sanctuary. The last is mine. I found the illistration in a collection of children's stories. It stuck me - You never know what you'll find on the other side of the door! Thank you Michelle and Chari - Craig and I really needed the extra week of grace and production time. We've got another in the works - details and photos to follow!

Talk about the weather...

Open Studio Days!

Instructors Chari Roberts Peak and Michelle Buzzard at work!
If you'd like to use the WorkShop in lieu of your kitchen table.... or if you'd like to book the space and share the space with your girlfriends for a day or evening of creative endeavors - give us a call with your reservation.
816 283-0989 the table can seat 12 for small projects.

Getting Ready for Miss Frenchie's

Mark your calendars: APRIL IN PARIS SHOW! Alexander Majors House --8201 State Line Road.... Kansas City, MO 64114 (Inside Barn)
April 17th -- 6-9 p.m. (Admission required) and Saturday, April 18th, (free admission)
If you'd like to see more of what's to come, check out the Miss Frenchie's Blog: http://missfrenchies.blogspot.com

We are so excited to be participants in this show. If you were lucky enough to attend the Miss Frenchie's Holiday Broncante -- you'll be very happy to attend this one too! There are several Kansas City artists presenting new works in the loft of the barn. I'll be there with lots of little treasures! Here are some things we've been working on lately.

ATTENTION ASSEMBLAGE ARTISTS

One of the things I miss doing the most....is making something with my hands. I'm a true crafty girl at heart. I like making those little glass globby magnets! I create a tiny collage -- or find an image on a victorian postcard.... I like making things with old hankies, taking old faded flowers off of tired hats, I thoroughly enjoy rescuing old buttons, junk jewelry, broken bits that all turn into something with a new purpose. To all of you assemblage artists -- whether you are assembling a bracelet, photos for a scrapbook or creating a sculpture - here are the newest temptations!

Look at what's new!

Who's Playing the Piano?

For those of you who've become frequent shoppers - or for those who come by occasionally, one of the questions we answer most.... who's that playing the piano? To answer your question -- it's Greg Maroney. He's a composer and solo pianist. We are proud to offer his CD's - so that you can take that beautiful sound home with you. They are $15.00 each. Here's a little more about Greg -- and his website too.

"I have been asked many times what inspires me, where does the music come from, what drives me to create. Simple. Nature. Wind, water, birds flying, plants growing, dogs barking, chickens squawking. The love of my wife. Listening to Vladimir Horowitz playing all the great classical composers. Or Robert Earl Keen singing Armadillo Jackal. Discovering Pink Floyd 20 years later. A great cup of coffee. Creating something with my own hands. Growing enough in the vegetable garden to share with friends and still enough to then savor all winter. The sound of a freshly tuned tiller or chainsaw. The sound and feel of a freshly tuned piano. Building my barn with only hand tools. In short, all the usual things that surround us day to day. I hope you find music in your world and your world in my music. "

Greg Maroney lives with his wife on a small farm in rural south central Pennsylvania. Together they live a quiet life raising their own food, fixing up their old farmhouse, and composing music. More information can be seen at http://www.gregmaroney.com/

Sisterhood...

Got a call from my sister yesterday. She lives in Dallas, Texas and it was good to hear her sweet voice. I miss her. Just started thinking about my relationships with my girlfriends. How important these women are in my life. Young friends - just getting started in the real world of - mortgage payment due, car needs repair - they are in the --6 more months until paid vacation part of life, older friends who have younger lifestyles and older friends who are starting the settle down phase - kids are grown - have finally left home for the third time - husband is retiring soon - looking down the road phase....

No matter what age and circumstance -- girlfriends with young families, grown families, families that consist of puppies, or cats or plants -- all of my girlfriends mean so much to me. Little things they do to show support, words that compliment, set me straight, and even humble - all important in the big picture of friendship. Here's to you -- SISTERS!

33 inspiring projects for creating with new and vintage buttons. 80 pages plus cover and 90 gorgeous photos with complete instructions for bracelets, necklaces, beaded pins, rings, and boutique style apparel. Simple techniques as well as designs for more experienced crafters. Kits are available for many of the designs. Available at Vintiques for $24.99

If you don't live in the area - and would like to purchase the button{Ware} book or would like to visit Indygo Junction's website - - please click Indygo Junction.

Vintiques WorkShop

VINTAGE BUTTON BRACELET #1
Saturday, February 21st 10:30 a.m. Instructor: Robin Mackintosh Class Fee: $45.00
Create a charming bracelet from those 2-holed and 4holed buttons you’ve been saving. You will learn a basic beaded bracelet technique that will allow you to incorporate buttons and other flat objects into a bracelet with a button clasp. You will also learn tricks for adding extra objects for fun and movement. If you don't have a button collection to draw from - we have thousands!
To register email: ofndshop@yahoo.com or call Vintiques at 816 283-0989

Vintiques WorkShop

PERSONAL SHRINE

Sunday, February 22 2:00 p.m. Instructor: Sue Bolton

3-4 hrs. $55.00

Find inspiration in your favorite objects and photos to create your own personal shrine.
Equipment, tools, Altoid tin box, adhesives, and a store full of great stuff will be provided. Color copies may be made on site - $1.00 per copy

To make your shrine your own, bring all your treasures that you have been collecting for years. Keep in mind that your objects and photos should fit in an Altoid tin or a container that you want to bring.

The shrine is designed to honor someone or thing special to you. It can be carried around with you or put on the wall or table to watch over and protect you.

To register, please email: ofndshop@yahoo.com or call Vintiques at 816 283-0989

So we've been saying Goodbye to the buttons that have been stacked and piled, sorted, cleaned and then tagged and bagged. Some of these were in my first collection - I started about 20 years ago. I watched my grandmother cut every button from shirts before turning the shreads later into other useful things. (Recycling before we knew we should. Recycling instead of wasting.) The buttons are hung - about 3/4 of the collection. We are frantically working to build another display so that the rest can join the bunch. If you are interested, Craig has sorted and cleaned every one of them - several thousand of them! It's taken months to get them organized... well, somewhat organized. We have pounds of ivory/white shell, glass and vintage plastic buttons, pounds of black -- and little cubbies of loose multi-color to select from --if you just need one or two. The newest addition to our shelves is Sunrise Soap! Handmade by Judy, the owner and maker of fabulous smelling and moisturizing, beautiful bath bars. We have stocked several of our favorite 5B & Co., votive candles. They will burn for 16-18 hours -and will fragrance an entire room. (or more) My absolute favorite is Flower Shop. It smells just like walking into the fridge at the florist. But we have lots more fragrances for you to sniff.

Wonderful Old Valentines

A new friend and talented actress - Laura Roose made me these Faerie Wings! She can make you a pair too. I wore mine during our Open House - was hoping that Craig might be willing to be fitted for a pair - but I couldn't convince him.... I think they are a lovely reminder of childhood - when I used to wonder if I flapped my arms hard and fast enough and jumped off the roof--- could I fly? We all know the answer - but Laura's wings make me feel like I could.

Promise of Spring

Four sunny days in a row..... is it possible that we can watch the St. Patrick's Day Parade this year without being layered and bundled up? I'm ready for my Cardinal family to return to my table umbrella and start their nest building. Until then, I'll gaze upon my bird prints and pretend that the warmth felt from the sun coming through the windows in the afternoon - really make it feel like it's in the 70's! Ahhh, Spring - I'm welcoming you with open arms!

FINALLY - This Friday evening.....

We are still patching, papering, packaging, painting and have yet to push a broom to clean up the construction mess. (Pardon the alliteration.) BUT, we'll be shiny and new on Friday evening. We are excited to reveal the piles of antique paper , music, ephemera, buckets, bags and tiny packages of buttons, Craig sorted, cleaned, bagged and tagged - they number in the 1,000's. There are bins of vintage linen napkins, tablecloths and dresser scarfs, about 200 dainty, girly hankies - I grab them up because I'm so fond of them -some excellent handmade soap, 5B & Co., Candlemakers votive candles, functional and whimsical objects of beauty and desire from local artists, costume jewelry, handmade paper and bags, shelves and packages of all sorts of little whimsies for my creative kindred spirits. We've got a table that will seat 16 - and it's in the new WorkShop - classes

begin on Saturday, Feb. 7th. So do our regular business hours. Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Closed on Monday

Open the new barn doors to Home exChange. It's stocked 6 feet high in goods and furnishings for the home. There's wonderful old stuff that's still in great shape, so old-- it's styish, so weird-- it's cool, so unique -- it's special.... there are doors, windows, a pair of collums, and chairs...chairs....chairs!

Hope you had a great rib, pizza, cold beer and lots of hoots and hollers this weekend! Hope to see you all on Friday evening. 6-9

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

We are about to make some dramatic changes to VINTIQUES.

For those of you who haven't been in lately - we'd like you to know that we are not taking a 6 week vacation - more like 4+ weeks of construction and painting again.

When we re-open in February - (Friday, Feb. 6th 6-9 p.m. for a special Sweetheart Open House) we will be stocked with tons of ephemera, odd bits, pieces, components for all of the collage and assemblage artists who shop us regularly. We will also be offering classes on "How do I do that?" Everything from a memory bracelet, assemblage jewelry - to re-constructing a chair and fine furniture care techniques. The back of the store will be filled with great home furnishing finds - none that will exceed $150. Great "project" furniture and items to repurpose. (You've asked for it - we'll supply it.)

We've got lots of surprises in store for you this year. It all begins with the party on February 6th. Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of merriment, bubbly and chocolate! Sign up for email (contact me at: ofndshop@yahoo.com to be added) and watch for a newsletter in January with pics of things to come!

We hope you have a safe and happy New Year. See you in February.

HAPPY HAPPY! JOY JOY!

We had a great time at the Holiday Open House. Thank you to all our guests and a special thanks to all of you who entered the raffle. We had approximately 200 guests during the evening.

Please remember that our Harvesters bin is still awaiting your donations -- and the raffle drawing for a night at the Hotel Raphael (Country Club Plaza) is still open. You may donate a child's gently worn coat, $5. in non-perishable food or pay $5. for a ticket. Drawing will be on December 15th and the winner will be notified on December 16th. Shopping at the Plaza - then head to the Hotel for a beautiful night's stay - a special get away - right here in town! Proceeds from the raffle will benefit Harvesters!

Remember your email coupons. They are good through December 21st. We will close for a much needed week off. Until then - our winter hours are 10-3, Tuesday through Sunday -- every week.

Chari Peak's Mixed Media Jewelry Class

Chari Peak is taking reservations for three February sessions.

She will offer classes on how to create a mixed media necklace. She will provide the wire and one of her unique little sculpted faces - call her for more information.

Please contact her before January 15th. Classes are filling and she prefers 5-6 persons per session.

Class Dates are : Feb. 7, 10-4pm, Feb. 8, 10-4pm. or Feb. 11, 10-4pm. The cost: $75.00 (Class fee) Optional kit: $15.00

(Classes are held at Vintiques in the new addition being revealed on our RE-opening.... Feb. 6th -- First Friday -- "SEEING RED!" Open House 6-9 p.m. )

You can reach her at: 816 214-6307 to schedule your classroom session.

Here is a list of the supplies you will need to bring with you.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Jewelers Saw/Blades
Hammers ( we will be riveting and hammering metal)
Large round nose pliers
Small round nose pliers
Chain nose pliers
Flat nose pliers
Wire Cutters
Crimping tool
Favorite Stamps
Any favorite findings, found objects you want to use in your necklace (gears, clock faces, old costume jewelry)
Make sure all tools are marked with your name
Class size will be limited to (5). Every one will be making a one of a kind necklace. You will learn riveting techniques, cold connecting, etching on metal. Each person will get a ceramic face bead and will learn other techniques for faces. It will be a fun day of playing and time to shop Vintiques.
Bring a sack lunch and a drink. If you have any questions please call my cell phone, 816-419-8084.

Julianne Donovan's Felt-n-Fiber Pins

Julianne makes these wonderful felt and fiber pins that have beads, buttons and other hand-stitched adornments. Great for your hats, outerwear, or to dress up a plain sweater.

She also has button flowers arranged sweetly in tiny little vases. For all the button lovers out there - these make a great gift!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Just in time for preparing the holiday dinner - Jennifer Edington's handmade vintage style aprons (Patterns available to make your own- http://www.indygojunction.com/) Don't have time, stop by and choose from one of these beauties. Great gift - or a help in your December's dry cleaning bill! $35.00 each.

Start a Collection...

Start a collection! Clutter Bug? You bet! Old keys, porcelain knobs, marbles, old books or antique photos... We have bins and cubbies full of vintage ephemera, maps, books, victorian postcards, and thousands of vintage travel postcards.

What a Bird Brain!!!

Although we couldn't fit the entire piece into the photo - if you're in need of a valet - this girl will gladly take your coat and keep it safe. She'll hold on to your wallet, keys and spare change - and will give it back when you're ready to leave again.

So Long Gekko!

So long to John Kelley's "GEKKO!" It sold this week and is on it's way to it's new home. John's other works will continue to show this month. His Aquarium sculpture is still available and is NO maintenance!

October's Artists....

Featured artist for October : Chari Peak

From soft sculpture to jewelry fashioned from her hand-sculpted porcelain faces and found objects to painted functional furniture... we have a sampling of each of the mediums she works in.

THE ARTISTS ARE BACK!

After building the walls 5 months ago, we've taken them down and added approx. 1,400 square feet! 58 linear feet of wall space makes up the Gallery. For those of you who've not been down to City Market to see the changes for yourself, we thought you might like to see a little snapshot!

The sculpture on the wall is titled "Gekko" and was created by John Kelley. We have several artists featured this month. Judy Briggs brings her collage and dimensional mixed media and Judy Boyer-Finnegan's work is acrylic & oil on canvas. Chari Peak is showing her acrylic paintings on furniture and canvas and her fiber and found object sculptures. Lisa Freeman offers her soft sculpture wall hangings with sentiments that will make you smile. Jewelry artists included in this month's rotation are, Diane Thaemert, Christy Moore and Ayhn Moxley. Works of Andrew Johnson, the Stitch Maestro, Stuart Morrow and Joseph Blake are on permanent exhibit. We are thrilled that our friend Andrew Johnson will also be showing his latest works of art at the Plaza Art Fair. Please stop by and say hello!

Hope to see you all soon.

Sheila & Craig