Inside Little Shop of Artists

Good Morning, 

Today, I am pleased and very excited to tour the interior of the building for what will be the home of Little Shop of Artist.

Taken with my cellphone, it may not be the best quality, but rent is paid, and clean up will commence on or about June 15th, 2013.

We, the participating artists, are hoping to open the doors July 01, 2013.

We hope that you will come and visit us if you are in the Boise, Idaho area.

We apologize for a lack of video but WordPress SUCKS when it comes to uploading them.  Get it together WordPress, you are the only service that is this much of a pain in the ass!

Once the participating artists have set up their displays, these now empty rooms will be filled with Art, Handmade Goods, Jewelry, Gifts and other items to delight the eye and treat the senses.

If you are an artist in the surrounding Boise, Idaho area, stop by and see if we might assist you in showcasing your work.  We welcome all kinds of wares, pottery, knitting, woodworking, sculpting and more, a monthly rental fee applies we offer both participating and featured artists space.  (Currently LSoA is not accepting any more Jewelry Designers at this time). 

 

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

 

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant day.

Links, Promotions, Friday Post 250

Happy Friday,

Welcome to the 250th post of blog.  Lack-luster, I know.  It is a balmy four (4) degrees outside and the snow is piled up against the back door with promises of snowing me in today.  The garage door has frozen shut and is stuck to the driveway,  I kid you not.  As soon as the sun rises here, it’s time to haul out the pick and un-stick it!  That is a first for this California Grrl.  (I spelled it right).

This morning I am out of links and promotions, so gentle reminders are in order.

If you are brave enough to venture out into the below freezing temperatures and the icy roads you can visit the:

Treasure Valley Flea Market
*Expo Idaho
5610 Chinden Blvd.
Boise, ID
Saturday Jan 12, 9 – 6
Sunday Jan 13, 10 – 4
Admission is $2.00 at the door.

*Formerly the Western Idaho Fairgrounds.

The Alchemists Vessel will not be in attendance this month, but you can look for us at the Market in February.

Things are gearing up for 2013 here at T.A.V.  I am in possession of and almost finished with the final module for class, and am well on the way to having the e-book blog ready for inspection (or reading), as well as opening a second shop for the hand-forged items I am making and accumulating.

Thank you for stopping in and having a look.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant weekend.

What?  No photos?  Man…

 

Friday Links and Promotions

Good Morning,

Happy Friday, the 13th!  One of my favorite days!  It is mighty hectic around the shop today as we pack and prepare for a fun and exciting event at Expo Idaho. 

This weekend, July, 14th and 15th the Treasure Valley Flea Market (Admission $2.00) is being held in conjunction with the Northwest Motorfest Auto Show.  I am sorry to say that there is not a lot of on line information about this event.  Main show will be held in the grass area of the Fair Grounds (Expo Idaho), admission is $7.00.  If you are interested in checking out the 2012 Capital City Cruise, it has moved to Meridian, details may be found by following the link.  (Route Map included)

The Alchemists Vessel will be a vendor at the indoor Market.  Come on down and escape the heat.  It’s going to be 103 degrees in the lovely City of Trees this weekend! 

Food, fun, cars and you can find your something, too!

See you there!

Also ONE DAY ONLY!  $20.00 Tattoos at Skin Deceptions here in Boise, Idaho.   Stop in and see Devon, Travis, or one of the guys.  4500 Overland Road, Boise Id 83705.  Professional, fun and friendly!  Piercings also available!

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a pleasant weekend.

Brick and Mortar Businesses in Boise Links and Promotions

Happy Friday,

This morning I have a couple local business to look at and yes, they carry handmade or local artisans works as well.

This must be Boise‘s best kept secret, Indie Made located in lovely downtown Boise Idaho, all eight blocks of it, located at 108 6th Street (at Main) in the Pioneer Tent Building.  Their site is more like a blog, but they do carry handmade items from local artists.  They also have a Facebook fan page.  Follow either of the links to find them.

The Purple Rose Boutique at 1415 N Milwaukee, in Boise (off Fairview).  Several friends have just raved about this shop, although I have not had the opportunity to visit in person, the facebook page has nice photos of what the shop has to offer, from jewelry to clothing.

Mixed Bag Bazaar is located at 106 Latah in Boise.  They also have a website dedicated to Mixed Bag Enterprises.  I was asked at one time to put items in the shop for consignment, what happened after that is a mystery.  However they seem to have resolved whatever issues they were having and have managed to rally and move forward.  Their shop (more like consignment) runs a Saturday Sidewalk Mall (Bazaar) in front and to the side of their store, check the page for dates and details.

Thank you for stopping by and having a read.  Feel free to click through or actually visit any of the shops listed here today.  They would appreciate it.

The Alchemists Vessel would like to wish you a very happy Friday and a wonderful weekend!

Links and Promotions

Good Morning,

There won’t be a blog posting tomorrow as I am in a flurry of activity trying to get ready for the market.  So this morning will be a mix of Thursday’s and Friday’s usual post.

And then again maybe not.  I am short a featured artist this week, so perhaps instead of visiting them on line, might I suggest a trip to a local Art Gallery, Boise has several, and you can walk right in.  Unlike the museum, they are free to browse, and many are in cool locations, below street level or tucked away in buildings that looks like it holds financial offices.  Checkout your town’s local Art underground.

The Treasure Valley Flea Market is this weekend.  March 24, and 25, 2012, at the Expo Idaho Buildings at the Fair Grounds. 5610 Chinden Blvd.  See the Google Map a the bottom of this blog for directions and location.

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I know, not much going on in here today. We’ll try to get it together for next week.

Thanks for stopping in.