A touch of nestalgia Nov 18, 2009
With several different kinds of booths, ranging from pottery to Louisiana cruisine and antiques from all over the state. (Use arrows above to view more photos). (L Observateur, LA)
Rich with history, high in Transylvania Nov 15, 2009
There are also art galleries and shops selling folk crafts, such as fragile painted or beaded eggs, embroidered clothing and linen, figurines, carpets, blankets, pottery, wood carvings, and icons. On the street, women sell their own handcrafted and embroidered tablecloths, skirts, blouses, and intricate lacework. (Boston Globe)
Antiques show at St. Georges always a hit; set Nov. 13-15 Nov 12, 2009
Antique art work, rare books and maps, oriental rugs, American and English silver and silverplate, antique and estate jewelry, porcelain, pottery, vintage Victorian majolica and premier English pottery, English and continental furniture, tall case clocks and dcor accessories and will be among the dealer wares. Funds raised go to local charities and this years beneficiaries will be BRIDGES, Church Health Center, Emmanuel Episcopal Center, MIFA and the Samaritan Counseling Centers. (West Memphis Germantown News, TN)
'Puss 'N' Boots' sends couple on a quest Nov 8, 2009
For Phyllis and Chuck Clark, collecting Shawnee brand pottery is a shared passion of long standing ... The Clarks eventually came across another Shawnee pottery piece, a "Smiley Pig" cookie jar, at a local antique store ... Avid antique collectors, the couple soon noticed more and more of the colorful pottery and realized it was very collectible. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
What's it worth? Get collectibles appraised today Nov 7, 2009
Five expert appraisers will be there to explain the history and value of items ranging from jewelry and fine art to collectibles and pottery ... She can also appraise Asian and American ceramics, pottery and American Silver. (Florida Today)
Revitalized Bradenton brims with artistic flair Nov 1, 2009
ArtCenter Manatee This vibrant haven for artists for more than 75 years attracts impressive exhibits and fosters local (and visiting) talent in workshops and classes in pottery to jewelry making and watercolor. Nice gift shop. (Boston Globe)
Charge filed for stolen van Gogh art Oct 2, 2009
The items - ranging from many paintings, vases and pottery to Mexican blankets, an antique phone and a butterfly collection - were found at the shop, a storage unit on Grant Avenue and two residences - one on North Fourth Street and the other on North Third Street. The North Third Street residence has been occupied by Glen Hand, owner of the antiques and furniture shop. (Raton Range, AL)
One-room schoolhouse showcases antiques (9) Sep 22, 2009
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Let the festivities begin Sep 19, 2009
Items include jewelry, quilts, blankets, pottery, wood crafts, dried floral arrangements, soaps, candles, books, coffee, jams and jellies. The show opens at the Great Northern Fairgrounds today at 2 p.m. and runs until 7 p.m., opening again from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
The gallery also features a diverse collection of clothing, jewelry, Mata Ortiz pottery, gift items, handbags and accessories. Owner Chuck Feil offers photography workshops and the gallery also hosts monthly events. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Souvenir Shopping in Peru, Machu Pi... Sep 4, 2009
Look for wool and alpaca clothing, weavings, pottery, silver jewelry, and watercolor paintings featuring local landmarks and people ... Pottery: Pottery comes in three basic styles: Copies of pre-Columbian artifacts, idiosyncratic and artistic modern renditions on ancient themes, and delicately painted bowls, plates, and cups with geometric designs ... The painted pottery is extremely fragile, so pack it carefully n hand luggage. (Suite101.com)
5 nuggets of knowledge about markets Sep 2, 2009
The antiques market will feature 20 vendors of antiques, collectibles, primitive furniture, glassware, pottery and other treasures. The farmers market will be across First Street in the parking lot for that day. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Atlanta artist one of 50 showing at Ga.'s largest pottery exhibition Aug 27, 2009
s largest pottery exhibition ... com/Johnny Crawford Ceramic artist Katy McDougal molds clay into pottery in her garage studio on Friday, August 21, 2009 ... She will be attending 7th annual Perspectives 2009: Georgia Pottery Invitational in Watkinsville. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
September calendar Aug 27, 2009
Fire it up: Hand-blown glass bead demonstration, noon-4 p.m., Stonewall Gallery, Campbell Pottery, 25579 Plank Road, Cambridge Springs. Also, Sept. 27. (Erie Times-News, PA)
America's best flea markets Aug 26, 2009
Organizers enforce a 20-year-minimum age rule for sale items, which guarantees you'll be shopping for real-deal relics (like French travel posters, Hollywood movie memorabilia, and early-20th-century Japanese pottery), not tables of tube socks and cheap electronics. The layout is clear and intuitive, with long, evenly spaced rows arranged in a grid; thoughtful touches like pushcarts for hauling heavy purchases, a porcelain-repair kiosk, and free parking with a shuttle service add to the appeal. (CNN)
Recession? What recession? Aug 16, 2009
Their new store, which features all handmade work ranging from pottery to paintings and jewelry as well as a framing shop, opened in late July. We hope to bring a little something to the town, Loughlin said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Bucks County PA - NYC Day Trip Aug 4, 2009
Mercer s other interests are reflected in the displays of early American furniture, pottery and other forms of decorative arts. Sesame Place a Must for Young Kids. (Suite101.com)
The jewelry of Mata Ortiz Aug 2, 2009
Village known for pottery also produces exquisite jewelry ... MATA ORTIZ, Chihuahua A village in northern Mexico best known for its handmade pottery is the source of a less common but equally exquisite form of art ... The jewelry is a perfect complement to the pottery, said Spencer MacCallum, 77, who is credited with helping bring about the remarkable success of the Mata Ortiz village by influencing the work of master potter Juan Quezada. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Cool meets quirky in stylist's home Jul 27, 2009
Rod Hipskind spends his workdays styling photo shoots for the likes of Williams-Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn and Gump's. While his own home may lack the polish of those catalogs, that's exactly how he likes it. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from ... Jul 15, 2009
Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from Tennessee. Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from Tennessee ... Vintage American Pottery with Folk Art Designs by Southern Potteries. (Suite101.com)
Big Oaks Farm hosts final art show Jul 11, 2009
On July 25 the couple will offer a final chance for local residents and friends to enjoy their brand of art and music in the country (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Meyer takes grand sweepstake prize in open class antiques Jul 10, 2009
Ceramics (and China)Bisque item: 1st - Margie Gaier, 2nd - Pat Mathews, 3rd - Ruth A. Preston; Bisque collection: 1st - Pat Mathews; Boudoir item (or set): 1st - Nancy McCarthy, 2nd - Pat Mathews, 3rd - Karen Connell; Candy dish (covered): 1st - Carl Dobos, 2nd - Lisa Steinmetz; Butter dish (covered complete): 1st - Mary Brunstad, 2nd - Lisa Steinmetz; China plate (under 8 inches): 1st - Larry Meyer, 2nd - Mary Brown, 3rd - Nancy McCarthy; China plate (8 and over): 1st - Nancy McCarthy, 2nd -... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Save candy for Halloween Jul 9, 2009
But why not have some arts and crafts, pottery, paintings and so on, just to appeal to the minority, like myself, so we could feel as though we wanted to do more that a swift walk by. Is that too much to ask. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Clarkesville is artisan-friendly Jul 3, 2009
Pottery made by four locals and more than 25 Southeastern potters fills its shelves (and floors) ... com) a recent addition with pottery, painted silk banners, gourds, unusual paper quilts and other items by regional artists. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Waterloo Antiques Mall expands Jun 25, 2009
There are postcards, books, stoneware, pottery, jewelry and clothing ... Everything from baskets and pottery to stamp glass and watercolor prints are available ... We would love more pottery, post cards and paper, she added. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Bulletin Board Jun 24, 2009
Locally grown and made products that will be available at the market will include vegetables and fruits, locally raised, hormone-free beef and pork, fresh local seafood, gourmet pies, eggs, honey, artisan breads, pastries, jams, jellies, locally made cheeses, granola, plants, flowers, herbs, gourmet cupcakes, preserves, fresh pasta, pesto, salsa, local pottery and much more. Join us on Saturday mornings at the market, as this event will only thrive with everyone's support. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Travel With Tompkins Jun 23, 2009
Almost anything can be found in Canton: Clothes old and new for women and children; furniture made out of longhorns (good to know); handmade jewelry; purses of all sorts; quilts; bubble machines that spit out over 1,000 bubbles per minute (bought one); candles; lemonade; fake designer sun glasses; tons of western-style furniture; books; gizmos and gadgets a plenty (okay, I borrowed that one from the Little Mermaid); pottery; floral arrangements; birdhouses; dinnerware; antiques and collectables... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Jasper: Art, music and scenery Jun 20, 2009
The 90 items on display include quilts, pottery, blacksmith items, paintings and other pieces from artists with the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, N.C., ranging from less than $100 to $3,000. In the finished basement, sit on homemade furniture to watch a showing of the Emmy-nominated documentary Sing Behind the Plow about the school, which was founded in 1925. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Woodbury Flea Market Offers Many Treasures Jun 16, 2009
Prior to that, she sold pottery and clothing. One of her favorite pieces is called a night and day pin. (Voices, CT)
Organizations seek City funds Jun 6, 2009
The Aransas County Council on Aging is requesting $2,000 for advertising the Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair. Requests for HOT funds to publicize the Hummer/Bird Celebration and Seafair will be made at a later date. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Have some close encounters for your summer vacation Jun 4, 2009
10 a.m. Spend hours touring historic homes and watching demonstrations - from hearth cooking to pottery making - at the Strawbery Banke Museum (14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, 603-433-1100), a re-creation of everyday American life spanning the late 17th century to the 1950s. For kids, there's also an interactive discovery center and daily garden craft program. (Boston Globe)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Jun 2, 2009
Oldest pottery' found in China. In pictures: Air France plane vanishes. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Shopping, dining, free concerts Holiday weekend in Old Town La Quinta May 22, 2009
With its own kiln, five potter s wheels and a number of glazes to choose from, the studio offers a variety of classes with experienced pottery and sculpting instructors all of whom display art that is for sale at the studio ... Old Town Artisan Studio really provides a forum for anyone looking to experience and grow their love for sculpture and pottery, said Leslie Locken, property manager of Old Town La Quinta. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
New markets show off Atlanta artists work May 14, 2009
The range of goods, from personal care products to antiques, includes custom Italian pottery from Wild Olive Company, $25 and under jewelry by the three Screaming Sisters, rock candles by Rockin Flames and handmade children s clothing from Handmade Charlotte. Soucie plans to keep the market relatively small to avoid repetition. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Antiques show downtown Saturday May 13, 2009
A great variety of unique and unusual items are offered for sale at reasonable prices that include furniture, pottery, glassware, collectible books and toys and other treasures from the past, Molenkamp said. The festive event always includes music from the 1950s and 1960s as a musical backdrop on the citys downtown sound system. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Recessionistas rediscover the thrill of the second-hand deal May 9, 2009
"And rather than go to Pottery Barn or other generic places like that, they come here.". Mr. Ranger was stunned in March when its semi-annual catalogue sale attracted so many buyers there was standing room only. (Globe and Mail)
On The Road? Don't Miss These 50 Top Shops May 2, 2009
Martha's Bloomers Home and Garden Store; Navasota, Texas: All things garden from seeds and bulbs to pottery and tools fill this great store with a tearoom ... Admire the hand-carved furniture, glass, pottery, and Appalachian quilts ... Beans Ferry Pottery; Fulton, Miss. (Click2Houston, TX)
May Calendar Apr 30, 2009
Hot glass: Watch master glass artist Herb Thomas at work, Campbell Pottery Store, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Also, May 24. Call 734-8800 or visit. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Antebeullum homes in Washington, Ga. Apr 18, 2009
Favorite stores include Art Gallery LaPlace (), featuring paintings and pottery by Georgia artists, and Petal Pushers (). selling antique furniture, crystal bowls and fine table linens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
• Events calendar Apr 17, 2009
"Storytime Pottery" class, 10 a.m. at Hands On, 147 Shoshone St. N., for children 2-6. Participants will read a story together, have a snack and complete a painting project that relates to the story, "The Quiet Bunny." Parent participation required. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Indian Wells Arts Festival 210 juried artists to show, sell April 3-5 Apr 4, 2009
From glass blowing, monumental rock sculpting, wood carving, pottery, painting and weaving demonstrations go on throughout each day. The furnace has been fired up and Arizona artist Bruce Freund plans to work all day long doing what he loves most ; blowing glass. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Cavalcade (20) Apr 4, 2009
Everyone had a great time having their diverse items of jewelry, pottery, books and collectibles appraised by Nadeen Katz of Fleatique and other antique specialists ; Let s do this again, said partygoers Sherrie and Manny Sperling and Lil and Roy Schlachter. Here and there ; Sisters Cindy Glazer Mittman and Wendy Glazer Weil flew to Los Angeles to celebrate (former Clevelander) uncle Bill Glazer s 90th birthday. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Kitchen tour set for this Saturday Apr 3, 2009
The Crymes and their teenage sons enjoy plenty of time in their kitchen, which incorporates a gallery displaying paintings and pottery in Tracy Crymes' collection. Renovated in 2004, the Roberts' galley kitchen is the center of the home for their three young children, ages 5 to 9. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Weller Coppertone Pottery for House... Mar 29, 2009
Weller Coppertone Pottery for House & Garden: Frogs, Fish, Turtles and Butterflies in Mottled Green Glazes ... Weller Coppertone Pottery for House n ... Weller Coppertone Pottery for House & Garden. (Suite101.com)
Calico Hen House celebrates 25th year, humble beginning Mar 23, 2009
Antique cabinets, sideboards, farmhouse tables and chests house dishware, glassware, lamps, scented candles, crockery, pottery and much more. Bouquets of faux flowers complement colorful quilted throws, pillows and other textiles. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Iron Horse Antique Mall back open on Sixth Street Mar 19, 2009
cor, framed art, linens and lace, pottery and pans, prints and frames, buttons and beads, crocks and crates, handcrafted furniture, pantry wares, primitives, railroad memorabilia and vintage metal toys. Throughout the spring and summer, the Iron Horse Antique Mall will also be holding flea markets. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Beguiling rural pleasures await in Connecticut Mar 17, 2009
Add a post office, reproduction Shaker furniture for sale above the pottery shop, a gallery or two, other spots to eat, a farmers' market on Saturday mornings, and a bookshop full of nooks, comfy corners, and books more or less everywhere ... In the back of her garden is the studio where she works and teaches, a little barn jam-packed with pottery, remnants of clay, tools, and clay dust. (MSNBC -- Travel)
It will be fun, fun, fun Mar 12, 2009
Seagrove The 16th annual Kovac Pottery Spring Festival, March 14-16, features a large selection of decorative and utilitarian stoneware pottery made by Craig Kovac ... Seagrove The 16th annual Kovac Pottery Spring Festival, March 14-16, features a large selection of decorative and utilitarian stoneware pottery made by Craig Kovac. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shops, lounge open at La Posada Mar 8, 2009
There also is an art lounge with a baby grand piano that showcases rotating exhibits of residents art work, pottery and sculptures. A scenic courtyard with tables and chairs, plants, a fountain and colorful tile work connects the shops and lounge area. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
JOHN CHAPPELL: North Notes Notebook: All Kinds of Activity Keeps Robbins Busy Mar 6, 2009
Farther up N.C. 705 -- the Pottery Highway -- Ben Owen III is going to be helping UNC-TV with its 2009 Festival fundraiser this Sunday from 2 - 4 p.m., doing a television show called "Pottery Live" at the Ben Owen Pottery Studio. "They are great supporters of the history of pottery as well as the arts in our state," Owen says ... He will be featured on this special pottery show and give viewers a chance to see the process of making a pot, some of the history of his family and the firing of a... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Central hub helps house run smoothly Mar 3, 2009
Carendi likes Pottery Barn's modular "Daily System" for organizing, but she says you can create your own personalized version ... AP Photo/Pottery Barn. (AZCentral -- Home)
A. M. Braswell, Jr. Food Company, Inc. Recalls Nationwide Peanut Products Because of Possible Health Risk Mar 3, 2009
Recall -- Firm Press Release. FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Short train trip is quaint, fun Feb 27, 2009
Pottery, paintings, wooden bowls, sculptures and jewelry are all one-of-a-kind items. Across the street, at Allye visitors can shop for flowers and gifts or get their hair done. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
What's Happening Feb 26, 2009
8th Annual Madison Antiques Show and Sale - 5-8 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, 434 S. Main Street, Madison; preview party Thursday with wine, cheese and refreshments; show and sale Friday and Saturday showcasing American antiques and accessories; many Southern pieces including furniture, pottery, art, textiles, silver and more; free informative lectures daily by experts in antiques; $45 in advance for preview party and $50 at the door; $6 for show... (Athens Banner-Herald)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
Watch as performers present their tribal history, pottery, textiles and overall lifestyle. Musical performances incorporate traditional instruments such as flutes, gourds and drums and dances range from Navajo dancing to the new three artist hoop dance, a high energy performance with synchronized movements and cameo routines. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Pottery, implements stolen in Barrow Feb 19, 2009
Antique pottery and farm implements valued at more than $1,800 were taken from a home in the 600 block of Carl-Bethlehem Road in Bethlehem, Barrow County sheriff's deputies said. An Athens woman called deputies Feb. 12 after she returned from her mother's home to find her mother's collection of antiques missing, including an antique seed spreader, several pieces of antique folk pottery, furniture and a leaf blower, a deputy wrote in his report. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Portsmouth area community calendar Feb 17, 2009
n The York Art Association: located at 394 York St. (Route 1A) in York, Maine, will hold a pottery show and sale, featuring pottery created by the many talented clay artists of The Southern Maine Clay Guild ... E-mail: handsonpottery@msn ... " 436-8420.Durhamn imagining peace: a presentation by special guests Bassam Aramin and Guy Elhanan, members of Combatants for Peace, an organization that brings together former Palestinian and Israeli enemies to promote dialog and reconciliation as a means... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Arizona homestead tradition Feb 13, 2009
Others display Native American pottery, baskets and figures collected or given to the couple. A coral-bead necklace, a gift to Sue from the Taiwanese government, sits on a shelf in a cabinet near a vase they found in China. (AZCentral -- Home)
Antiques show, sale set for Feb. 26-28 Feb 12, 2009
Dealers from as far away as Michigan and New Hampshire and everywhere in between will be displaying the best in furniture, silver, pottery, textiles, art, oriental rugs and more at the 8th annual Madison Antiques Show & Sale, which begins Feb. 26 with a preview party and continues through Feb. 28 with two public sales and a pair of lectures on silver and silversmiths. The Show & Sale will be held at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center on S. Main Street in Madison. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Spring Antiques Show and Sale slated April 1-3 (5) Feb 11, 2009
Dealers from Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Texas and Oklahoma will have treasures of elegant and depression glass, estate jewelry, cut glass, furniture, linens, fine china, sterling silver, clocks, coins, prints, quilts, crocks, buttons, sewing notions, pattern glass, pottery, Native American items, and many choice collectibles ... Ferris is skilled in repairing and restoring fine china, crystal, dolls, metals, paintings, pottery, and much more. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
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Michelle Obama opts to decorate her daughters' White House bedrooms with Pottery Barn. PRIVATE QUARTERS. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
