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Rustic Antique Jewelry Cabinet -Needs to go ASAP! - $100

alikat — Sun, 11 May 2008 20:52:12 GMT

Hey guys, I am posting this for someone I know. This is an amazing find. I saw the cabinet myself.
Here is her Criagslist ad: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/fur/674115592.html

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Come to CELLspace Saturday and craft with us!

415monkey — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:04:47 GMT

Alchemy is an event intended to bring all types of art forms together (from knitting to fire art to origami to fashion) and make them accessible and fun to interact with and add your creative mark to - come play and design and craft and art it up with us!

It's at -- CELLspace -- (2050 Bryant, @ 18th St, in the Mission)
This Saturday -- April 26th -- from 9pm-2am.
It's $15 and there will be a full bar available.

The shows and stations that it will include:

- a fashion show "Styles of Magic" by Missing Piece @ 10pm
- a magic show "Phantoccino" by Keith Boudreau, showing 4 times over the night
- an all-local Art Gallery curated by Will Chase Arts, half of which is priced under $100
- Alchemical Afforestation, an interactive steel sculpture by Shira Loa ---> you make the bark of the tree!
- Digicrylic Mash-Up by Dangermarc and Ron Goldin ---> you draw on one side, they on another!
- PyroCardium, a heartbeat-powered candelabra by False Profit Labs ---> try the stethoscope on!
- Web of (de)Construction, a live textile piece by Medium Reality ---> become entangled in this web!
- Identity Tapestry by Mary Corey March ---> see how your line of self lines up with others!
- Flame Tree Building Workshop by False Profit Labs ---> make a fire sculpture!
- Phoenix Aviary, a reactive video installation ---> dance and move, and see the flame-tastic results!
- Writing Photos, an intersection of writing and photography ---> tell us a story that you see in the picture!
- Altered Paintings, reworking thrift-store finds ---> that mountain scene needs an anime monster, don't you think?
- Interactive Lights & Magnets... Photo Booth... Lego Robots... Origami... Knitting and more!

check out www.false-profit.com/alchemy

Hope to see you there!

~stephanie

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Berkeley Stitch & Bitch-March 12th

Promise74 — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:57:14 GMT

http://sanfrancisco.tribe.net/event/Stitch-Bitch-Treize-3/berkeley-ca-94703/06626569-8b63-4fca-9d30-3b6b56420a2f

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looking for a reasonably cheap studio space

Snake — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 06:29:34 GMT

I am looking for a reasonably cheap studio space. $200 max, small room, with some acess to a sink & possibly somewhere I can bring my dogs with me. Im in Oakland and have a car, but I dont want to drive to far.

I checked out activespace in berekly, does anyone have a space there? whats it like?

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Looking for someone to design a sexy sheep costume

Lalalala! — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:28:29 GMT

Hey all,

I'm producing a film and need someone who can design/sew/gluegun a sexy sheep costume. Any interest out there?

Here's the link to my film:
sheeplovestory.webs.com

Thanks!

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tv show

mariposa — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 07:20:28 GMT

i think we should invent a new show called "this old rag" and have it be a live going to the thrift stores finding things and fixing them up, a la bob vilas, this old house.................or is that totally stupid?

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"Jean Therapy" Denim Project Workshop Saturday December 1 at Green City Gallery Berkeley at 3pm : FREE!

missvelvetcream — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:21:03 GMT

Hey beauties, I'm doing a workshop at 3pm for a little denim remake / gift project for the crafty types. I'll have some of the Jean Therapy Projects on forms and a combo of other miss velvet cream salvage projects for your eyes and curious hands to touch as well. The workshop is at 3pm and here's the details for the entire event!

ECO-WEAR HAPPENING
Saturday December 1, 2007 : 2-9pm
Green City Gallery
http://www.greencitygallery.org
1950 Shattuck Ave.
Downtown Berkeley

WHAT'S THIS?
An event for those interested in eco-conscious fashion to mingle with designers and emerging artists to network and create. The gallery will host eco-fashion exhibits and will leave you feeling more 'awear' of unfashionable social and environmental issues; inspired to make a change (even if its tomorrow's outfit).

TIMING IS EVERYTHING........
2pm – Gallery Tours, Display Set-up and Light Refreshments

3pm –'Jean Therapy' workshop and remake design exhibit with Miss Velvet Cream; www.missvelvetcream.com
~FEATURING! A denim salvage mini-project not in the Jean Therapy book! Along with a sneak preview of some pages, a limited edition, handmade mini-zine with project instructions, resources and ideas by Scatha G. Allison [the miss velvet cream maker] will be available for purchase for $5.~
And pre-order your own [discount!] copy of Jean Therapy here:
http://www.amazon.com/Jean-Therapy-Deconstruction-Conscientious-Domestic/dp/1592533884/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1196189871&sr=8-1
Publication Date April 1, 2008

4pm – Natural Dying Workshop with Permacouture Institute;
5-7pm – What is Eco Fashion? A Series of Short Films and Presentations
AND- Living and Dyeing Project with Edible Schoolyard; www.permacouture.org
7-9pm – Green City Scene: a Party with a chance to show off your Sustainable Style!

DIY!
Please join us for educational exhibits and resources, displays from local designers
~Featuring a static installation from miss velvet cream SALVAGE, with pieces and designs from the Jean Therapy book showcased with a variety of fantastical remake/recycled designs.~

AND!
Clothing Swap - Bring your old clothes to trade.
Come dressed in your eco-best, bring your own remake/salvaged designs to share or bring your vintage favorite!

PRESS + ?S : contact Kirsten@greencitygallery.org for more information

DIRECTIONS!
Take the BART to

MAP
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&time=&date=&ttype=&q=1950+Shattuck+Ave.+Berkeley,+CA&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=41.224889,118.476562&ie=UTF8&ll=37.877631,-122.268519&spn=0.010061,0.028925&z=15&iwloc=addr&om=1

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East Bay Stitch & Bitch-December dates

Promise74 — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:42:57 GMT

December dates are being thrown around for another gathering at my house in Berkeley. We generally run from 6 pm to 10:30 pm. Stay tuned, when I pick a solid date, I will post here!

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east baY stitch and bitch?

lynx007 — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:07:41 GMT

c'mon... i really want one. who's in?

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SF stitch and bitch?!

amyk — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 23:38:32 GMT

I have the envy! It can't be only the East Bay that has so many great knitting circles!

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"Project Runway Party" - Wednesday Nov. 7th

Skip — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 17:22:01 GMT

NOTE: We had a contestant drop out yesterday, so we are looking for a replacement. Please respond asap if you are interested in participating. skipit@sbcglobal.net

The new "Project Runway" season starts in one week! If you are as excited as we are and you can’t wait, then this Wednesday is your chance to party like a designer!

Promoter & DJ Skip (New Wave City) & Kitten: Diva Extraordinaire present...

"Project Runway Party"
Wednesday, November 7th, 2007
8pm-11:30pm
Catalyst Cocktails
312 Harriet Street (off Bryant (Park) between 6th & 7th)
San Francisco

"Designers" will be given a model (AKA a Barbie doll) and all the fabric and materials necessary to create outfits for two challenges - you’re either "In" or you’re "Auf’ed".
Followed by the "PBR Fashion Finals!"

Host: Heidi Gloom

Mentor: Tim "Carry On" Punn

Judges: Mean-a Garcia & Michael Coors
With a genuine fashion celebrity:
Chloe Kennedy (founder and CEO of Chloe Kay Accessories)
http://www.chloekay.com

Fashion music by DJ Prince Charming (Pleasure Principle) & DJ6 (Lucky Pierre)

http://people.tribe.net/abde1b8c-8065-459f-ab3a-5b799661a7e6/photos/8bc58be0-b998-492c-bfd0-ae4bb15fa8dd

Six contestants, but only one can be the winner! For these contestants, "Project Runway Party" is the chance of a lifetime! Winner receives a Banana to eat in the Republic of their choice, a 2-year old copy of Elle magazine, a picture of a 2008 Saturn Sky Roadster, and $10 to start a clothing line.

8pm sharp:
The first challenge is issued.
Six designers.

8:45pm
Runway show and judging.
One designer eliminated.

9:00pm
Second challenge is issued.
Five designers.

9:45pm
Runway show and judging.
One designer eliminated.

10:00pm
Finals!
Four designers - three outfits each.

11pm
"PBR Fashion Week" runway show.

11:30pm-2am
Reunion show,
cocktails and dancing with DJ6 & DJ Prince Charming.

Catalyst Cocktails is a San Francisco cocktail lounge and bar, complete with a fabulous small dinner menu. The interior has been newly decorated in a 1930's Art Deco style, with dark purple and gold as it's main colors. The clear glass lighted columns behind the bar, and the lighted wooden ceiling sculpture give a unique flair to this popular bar conveniently located across from the Hall of Justice in San Francisco's SOMA district. The focus in the house beverage menu is on fresh squeezed juice/fruit cocktails.
http://catalystcocktails.tribe.net

Questions or inquiries can be sent to
skipit@sbcglobal.net

Make it work,
Skip & Kitten

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Heat transfer paper

aj — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 16:41:13 GMT

has anyone tried the opaque heat transfer papers made for dark color fabrics?
how'd it work out?
I'm thinking of buying a pack from Dharma trading but its a minimum of 10.
I don't want to buy a whole pack if they don't work well.
thanks

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how long should i expose my emulsion for

mike — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 15:59:07 GMT

i want to knw how long i need to expose my emulsion coated screen if i am using a metal halide exposure unit. and what is the best type of emulsion to use for t-shirt making . i currently have speedball emulsion

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free oven for polymer clay

feliciamaria — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 03:07:28 GMT

My friend moved to NY and left behind one of those little toaster ovens that most people use for toasting bagels etc., except that she only used it for baking polymer clay. If there is any crafty vixen out there who could use this oven for the same purpose, please reply here, and I'll mail you the exact address (I'm in South Berkeley, near Berkeley Bowl) where you can pick it up.

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Super cheap Fabric!!!

brownies — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 01:31:18 GMT

Fly-by-night fabric sale @ Brownies Vintage
.50 cents TO $1 A YARD

Only 15 days
October 15th - 30th
12 noon to 7pm

We have ALOT of fabric to get rid of and will be setting up a fly-by-night fabric store & selling all the fabric SUPER CHEAP!!!

Fabric includs: Woven, knits, blends, swimsuit type material, natural & synthitic materials. Prints, textures, & solids (mostly knit solids)

ONLY .50 cents TO $1 A YARD

Come stock up on this amazingly cheap good quality fabric
PLEASE PASS THIS ALONG & TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS

@Brownies Vintage
2001 Milvia St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 548-5955
http://brownies-vintage.com

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Holiday Boutique Booth Space Available $35 ~ East Bay Area

Deanna — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 17:46:32 GMT

Event Date: Saturday, November 17th
Time: 12pm - 6pm

Calling all local artisans & craft folks! Join us for our 1st annual Holiday Boutique at Vara Healing Arts in Albany off of Solano Avenue. Expose your talent and hard work to hundreds of holiday shoppers ready to buy your handmade gifts. **Our booth space costs are the lowest for an event of this kind because we believe in supporting local artisans as a way of giving back to community. So come out and share your gifts!

For a registration packet and booth layout, email: deanna@varahealing.com or call 510-526-9642.

Booth Costs:
$35 - 4ft x 4ft

Table & Chair Rental Costs:
$15 - 4 ft Table
$5 - Folding Chair

Note: you may bring your own 4 ft wide table or chair and save money!

We hope you will participate in this exciting and lucrative event as an opportunity to share your crafts while making some money this holiday season!

Vara Healing Arts is a beautiful wellness center in the heart of Albany off of Solano Avenue. We have a large, solid base of clients, as well as the greater surrounding neighborhood all expectantly waiting to begin their holiday browsing. Marketing of this event will be done both inside Vara and outside to the greater surrounding community. Booth space is limited and registration deadline is Friday November 9th or when all 35 spaces are filled, whichever comes first. Booth size 4ft x 4.5ft.

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Halloween Themed Costume Event... Want to join in?

Nikki — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 04:38:19 GMT

Hello all you Crafty Vixens!!
I am considering producing a Halloween themed event in SF a week before Halloween and wondering if there is enough interested folks that create costumes and Halloween themed items to warrant renting a large space??

Do you make costumes or something Halloween related?
Looking for local businesses and entrepreneurs to join me in creating a great event!

If interested email me with what you make or sell that is Halloween themed!!
Thanks
Nikki

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Letting go of my batik supplies...

Lalalala! — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 03:00:48 GMT

Hi Vixens,

I'm in a small apartment now, not batiking much these days, and I've decided to let all my batik supplies go to some new happy crafter who will put them to good use. I've got a bunch of stuff (electric fry pan, wax, dyes, brushes, frame, soda ash, etc) and will let it go for a very reasonable donation :-). Send my a private message if you're interested. I'm in San Francisco. Thanks!

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Non-MOOPing BOA

blythedollsf — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:41:34 GMT

Any ideas on how to make a non-MOOPing boa for the playa?? I heard that certain yarns are good, any suggestions? =)

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Golden Gate Renaissance Faire - Hope to see you there...

ladymier — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:09:35 GMT

The ultimate Renaissance bash, with a Feast of Fools, Knights on Horseback, Magicians, Jugglers, Music And an Amazing Shopping Experience - www.ggfaire.com

San Francisco, CA – Brave knights clad in shining armor thunder down the list on their spectacular horses at ferocious speeds while trying to knock one another off their steeds. Stilt walkers, jugglers, fire- eaters and jesters perform over-the-top stunts. Swordsmen expertly wield their weapons in the daily sword tournaments. A court of justice dispenses punishment to children who did not mind their parents and husbands or wives who did not express their love enough times. Mud diving peasants kiss the feet of passing by patrons who happen to take the moment to peruse the scene. In sharp contrast, the Queen’s court makes a regal entrance dressed in incredible, colorful garments of gold, silks, and velvet. Voices and music announce the arrival and passage of her Majesty, and her nobles and ambassadors.

The fourth annual Golden Gate Renaissance Faire, in San Francisco, CA., held August 25-26th is the ultimate Renaissance bash, a lively Dionysian party, where the guests enjoy turkey legs, exotic food, and drink as they banter with the myriad performers filling the streets.

The event sports one-of-a-kind shows, music, and comedy. Just a sampling of the talent includes:

* Myth and Magic, a two men comedy and magic show
* Fowl Tales, a one man, three parrot and one dog extravaganza performance that charms and entertains the whole family.
* Trey Cromwell, Professional Showoff, a one man danger show that combines combining variety arts like juggling, contortion and escape artistry into a seamless whole.
* The Merry Praynksters, a country dancing group, will whirl and wind among the patrons with their period dancing while Danse Macabre will progress through the streets enthralled in their dance with death their hunting music and attire leaving patrons in awe.

One of the Weekend’s highlights will be the Knights of Mayhem, a professional jousting troupe made up of actual jousting champions who will compete in duels on horseback twice daily showcasing their stunning horsemanship and skillful spectacles in Pas De Arms contests. The Knights of Mayhem boast the very best in jousting, showmanship, horsemanship and Medieval entertainment. The Knights come from as far as Utah and Michigan to perform their unique show and are not an experience to be missed. The two lead Knights - Charlie Andrews and Shane Adams both hold International Jousting Titles and are considered some of the hardest hitting Knights of the International Jousting Circuit. Their jousts are never scripted, but simply a way for them to keep fit for the time they face themselves again not as compatriots but as competitors. And as they never pull punches, an unhorsing is ever an imminent possibility. Contests will include spear throwing, ring spearing and cabbage cutting. And then, onlookers will be astounded by the action of the hard-hitting lance-splitting jousting. Hundreds of pounds of man, horse and metal collide and do battle right before your eyes.

The cast of over a 1000 actors and groups come together from the four corners of the country and will be led by three talented and seasoned actresses performing roles of Queens Jane Gray and Mary Tudor and the young Princess Elizabeth. Queen Jane will be played by 18 year old Megan Fisher, resident of San Diego. Megan has been performing at Renaissance events for over three years as a member of St. Augustine’s Guild. Her supporting cast will be led by the Saint Marie, a renowned improv group from the Los Angeles area. Liz Martin will play the role of Queen Mary Tudor. Liz’ involvement in acting and Renaissance Faires spans more than a decade. Her supporting courtiers includes members of the renowned English court guilds: St. Stephens and St. George.

"It happens live, right before your eyes and all around," says Bill Watters, organizer of the event. "The immersive experience of a faire is the one thing that everyone will remember. Many people may have seen jousting in the movies or on TV, but here you are in the midst of the action and spectacle."

100s of merchants will display various wares and one of the kind items and crafts for sale. They include clothing, jewelry, leatherworks and swords. There will also be food vendors selling everything from Turkey legs to crepes to Oriental food to scones, popcorn and other treats for every preference.

A portion of festival profits will be donated to a local San Francisco high school. “We hope to continue to direct attention towards preserving arts programs as a part of the educational curriculum,” said Marti Miernik, performance director of the Golden Gate and Renaissance Productions. ”Studies have long shown the positive impact the arts have on children. And in that vein, we hope to help preserve and support after hours programs and the performing arts.”

About 10,000 patrons are expected to attend over the two days of this year's Golden Gate Renaissance Faire. The faire will run August 25th and 26th. Gates will open at 10:00 a.m. and close at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday.

The cost of admission is $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for seniors, military, and ages 13-17, $5.00 for children 6-12. Children under six are free. For more information, and directions to the grounds, visit www.ggfaire.com or call 415 354 1773.

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Environmental Art & Craft Supplies at the East Bay Depot!

East Bay Depot for Creative Reuse — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 21:37:36 GMT

Attention Bay Area crafters, sewers, and artists!

One of your best resources for cheap, ecological craft materials is THE EAST BAY DEPOT FOR CREATIVE REUSE. We are a non-profit organization that has been supplying artists, crafters and teachers with fantastic environmentally-friendly, reused supplies for 30 years. All of our inventory comes in by donation, so there is always something unique and unexpected. Before you go to JoAnn's or Michael's, try the Depot first! We are open to the public every day of the week.

Our inventory includes:

*Fabric scraps and (sometimes) bolts
*Leather and fur scraps
*Yarn and thread
*Ribbon and lace
*Sequins and glitter
*Silk flowers
*Jewelry bits
*Used sewing machines
*A wide variety of paper goods
*Paints
*Old slides and film strips
*Little glass bottles
*Electronic parts
*Office and educational supplies
*Toys and games
*Books and magazines
*Household reusables (glass jars, toilet paper tubes, corks, etc.)
*Vintage furniture, housewares and linens

We've recently moved to Oakland's Temescal neighborhood and are open for business at:
4695 TELEGRAPH AVENUE (at the corner of 47th Street), Oakland, CA 94609
Hours: 11am-6pm seven days a week
Phone: 510-547-6470

Check us out on Tribe:
http://people.tribe.net/2e5ff83f-9e5a-4590-ab93-45600db857dc
or at our website:
www.creativereuse.org

SPECIAL TRIBE DISCOUNT:
Mention that you heard about us on Tribe and get 20% off your purchase!

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SF Craft Mafia Looking for Vendors!

barbe — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 03:31:30 GMT

Hi Everyone!
Our 2 annual Winter Trunk show will be at the Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate park Oct 21.
We're trying to get a really diverse group of vendors and looking for people who do things like photography, books, ceramics, clothing, etc..We are already overloaded with jewelry designers.

The link to the application is here:
http://www.sfcraftmafia.com/mm07application.htm

Please feel free to pass it along to other people who may want to vend. Our deadline to apply is Sept 4th.

Thanks!

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Overhead projector I could borrow/rent?

Lalalala! — Sat, 11 Aug 2007 22:47:30 GMT

Hi Vixens,
I'm in need of an overhead projector for a couple of hours, times totally flexible, just need it to trace something for an art project. Anyone have one I could borrow/rent? I'm in SF, near Dolores Park.

Thanks!
Lo

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DIY T-Shirt Printing Tutorials???

simon — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 23:06:46 GMT

Hi Everyone,

I'm looking for a tutorial on cheap and easy ways of printing t-shirts for complete newbies.

Cheers,

Si

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RE-FASHION Costume Change and Exchange Recycling Event

thebrillianthen — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:20:35 GMT

SATURDAY, AUGUST 18, 2007
11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Humanist Hall, Oakland
390 27th St, between Telegraph and Broadway

Does your alter ego need a makeover? Is your costume closet filled with treasures you haven’t been wearing? Got an unfinished wearable art project that needs a little push of inspiration? RE-FASHION is the solution!

RE-FASHION is a costume swap and modification event. Bring a bag or more of your unwanted costumes, finery, accessories, and notions, and something to hold your takeaways. Please, no underwear or swimwear. There will be a suggested donation, but the focus is recycling, and nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.

The swap begins with a giant collective pile of clothing, the unwanted costumes of all who attend. Everyone is welcome to dive in and find their next new, used items from the pile. Take as little or as much clothing from this pile as you like.

We’ll provide transformation stations, where you can cut, sew, glue, paint, bedazzle, and otherwise renew and combine someone else's rags into your riches.

There will be an outdoor area, where you can supervise your children as they play, and where children’s items will be swapped.

If you’d like to:
volunteer for the event
bring your sewing machine to the event for others to use
help run a transformation station
lead a workshop on modifying clothing
or provide an activity for children

or if you just need more information…

please email refashion2007@gmail.com

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Photography for perverts Let's go!!!

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 09:56:59 GMT

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PERVERTS- A Workshop With Master Photographer Charles
Gatewood

Start Time: 1:00 PM

------------ --------- --------- ---

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PERVERTS

A Workshop With Master Photographer Charles Gatewood

Sunday, July, 1st
1pm till 4:00pm

$ 50.00

Join renowned photographer Charles Gatewood, "family photographer of
America's sexual underground, " for this fun 3-hour workshop, based on
his new Greenery Press book, PHOTOGRAPHY FOR PERVERTS. Learn the dos
and
don'ts of adult photography, plus how to meet and work with exotic
models, information on getting published and exhibited, model releases,
record keeping, tech tips, and lots more.

Students are encouraged to bring their cameras and examples of their
work for critique. One or more nude models will be present to pose for
all who attend.

For more information, phone Mr. Gatewood at 415-267-7651.
If you interested in Modeling for this class Please contact Charles
Gatewood through email at
charles@charlesgate wood.com <charles%40charlesg atewood.com>

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Hey there Crafty Vixens!!

Khadijah — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 18:28:52 GMT

Im wondering is there anyone here or can I be pointed to anyone that knows how to build a skirt with PVC (PU, most likely) material??
Any help would be appreciated

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Vivienne Westwood show at de Young

lobocita — Wed, 09 May 2007 03:27:56 GMT

http://www.thinker.org/deyoung/exhibitions/exhibition.asp?exhibitionkey=657

I am planning to be in the bay area on June 2 to see this exhibit on Saturday. Would love to have you join us, so I can get a chance to meet Crafty Vixens from the bay area.

Let me know your interest, I will arrange a meet spot for us!

Jo Ann Villalobos
moderator, Crafty Vixens tribes

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Prepare for the Playa EVENTS-- BUY LOCAL... BUY BURNER!

Nikki — Tue, 08 May 2007 17:09:59 GMT

Calling all Crafty Vixens!!
I've put together a series of events in the city over the summer that not only will be fun but a great outlet to sell your crafts or services!!
BUY LOCAL... BUY BURNER!
If you, or someone you know would like to perform or sell something let me know. It's going to be lots of fun and a great way to support the burner community!!

Here are the details:

We are putting together a series of events connecting Burners with Burner Business products and services to get you ready for the Burn! This is a unique series of events because all vendors are Burners! It will have performing artists, a Burning Man 2007 ticket raffle, demonstrations and much more!

We are looking for an eclectic bunch of burner owned/made products to make this event a total
Prepare for the Playa event. We already have interest from El wire/light toys, personal dome structures, Faux fur coats and accessories, tattoo artists, a hair scupltress, but we know there are many other unique, quirky and just cool Burner made items out there that are screaming for an audience!

We will bring the audience to you!
Sundays 12-7pm
June 10th,
July 22nd, &
August 12th

The events will be held at Mighty 119 Utah. Tons of free parking and the bar will be open with Sunday afternoon Bloody Marys and other drink specials to get our clientele in the mood!

Our website has all the information you need including an application to join us!!
www.preparefortheplaya.com

Don't wait- vendor categories are limited to allow the best mix of products and services and ARE FILLING UP!

See you all in June!

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Seeking Crafty Roomie in the East Bay

joyfulsounds420 — Mon, 07 May 2007 19:52:40 GMT

~hello ladies~
my apologies for the intrusion, but i am moving into the area july 1 and am looking for a room to rent in a creative colorful home. the closer to berkeley the better. i love to create in many forms, and do some stained glass when time affords it. please contact me if you or someone you know might be interested.
~thanks!~

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Sewing machine repair

DeniseyOhh — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 08:21:53 GMT

I'm in need of a good sewing machine repair place in the east bay. Any experience or recommendations??
Thanks

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New resource for soapmaking

Sha — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 06:41:24 GMT

Juniper Tree is no longer the only place to buy soapmaking supplies in the bay area.
Hydra, located at 1716 4th St in Berkeley (in that upscale shopping district at 4th and University) is now selling soap bases, dried herbs, and all kinds of oils and fragrances. Hydra has a better selection of soap bases for melt & pour. Check it out.

Shasta

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Hollywood Fashion Event INVADES The Bay Area~~

Kami Shade' — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 03:59:34 GMT

Greetings,

Please accept our invitation to attend, "Hollywood Shop Til' You Drop' ~ Hollywood INVADES SF BAY AREA!!! Email us at sfevents@kamishade.com to be placed on our complimentary guest list for you and up to (3) guests. See You There!!

Hollywood Shop Til' You Drop
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Looking for sewing or crafting buddies in East Bay

FranCo — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 21:50:24 GMT

I now sew in solitude and would like to change that. I would like to join or start a crafting circle.

Whether we meet regularly or intermittently doesn't matter to me. I just quit my job and have a schoolage child, so during "school time" works best for me. Second in line are weekend meetings but I realize that most people would probably like to meet weekday nights and I can do that as well.

I am an advanced beginner or sloppy intermediate sewer. I enjoy cutting up my clothing and changing it. I have also made sweaters, pants and skirts from a pattern. It doesn't really matter though what level other crafters are because I just think it would be so much more fun to have a social evening where we also do something rather than just sit around and talk.

I can host in SF until June or in East Bay after that. I am willing to drive to the east bay for crafts night with my sewing machine and/or serger.

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Call for Artists Pandora's Trunk SF April 28th

Rachel — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 00:23:35 GMT

Announcing Pandora's Trunk: Visual Vaudeville & Built Burlesque

Call for Artists for our April 28th anniversary show. Pandora's Trunk is a multidisciplinary arts event centered around a fashion sample sale and designer showcase but including everything from painters and a masseuse to live musicians and handmade chocolates. Free drinks!
http://pandorastrunk.com

Important Instructions:
We are soliciting artists/cohorts of any kind. Preference will be given to the functional arts and commercially viable work, but any suggestion will be entertained. Performance artists are encouraged to attend in character.

there is a form here:
http://pandorastrunk.com/artist.application.doc that has a few details. If you are interested *after reading the website* fill it out and email it to us. Don't message us here.
use it.

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Best Thrift Stores in the Bay Area?

fonduie — Sun, 18 Sep 2005 19:44:43 GMT

I live on the Peninsula so I frequent the Belmont Salvation Army on El Camino, The Goodwill store on 25th in San Mateo, Savers in Downtown Redwood City, but my FAVORITE thrift store is also the closest to me. It's the Thrift Center in San Carlos on El Camino because of the sales (I even put a picture in the tribe photo album!)

What's your fave local thrift store?

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favorite s.f. fair to sell at?

faern — Sat, 03 Feb 2007 00:50:24 GMT

i have been wondering this for a while- i figure you ladies know where it's at!
so what do you think?
are there some that have low table/booth prices that pay off?
which are the most fun to be at?
etc. etc.
thanks so much!!
faern

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Rock n Shop SF

brownies — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 03:40:16 GMT

Shop booths from the hottest local vintage clothing stores.
also a fashion show and live music

Friday Jan 19, 2007
at 7:00 PM

Minna Gallery
111 Minna St.
San Francisco, CA 94105
http://events.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=events.detail&eventID=171488.097

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Bookbinding Class

theCryptofishist — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 17:15:45 GMT

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organic cotton yarn???

feliciamaria — Mon, 09 Oct 2006 01:10:12 GMT

Where's a good place to buy organic cotton yarn? I know Article Pract has some, but I'm hoping to find dyed as well as undyed. Any leads will be appreciated. Thanks, Vixens!

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silk screen HELP!

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 23:55:00 GMT

I need help. I've been silk screening images onto fabric... I set the dried ink with an iron... and when I washed the fabric... the image washed out in some places and ran in the others. I've been using Versatex fabric ink. Does anyone have any experience with screen printing on fabric... what type of ink did you use... how did you set it? Thanks.

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need to hire someone to make a prototype bag

hoopgirl — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 21:35:04 GMT

Hi there! I need to hire someone to make me a prototype nylon and mesh bag for a hula hoop. If you have lots of experience with this sort of thing and with straps and plastic buckes and all that sort of stuff (it is sort of like a modified backpack but for a hoop) I would LOVE to hear from you. Please contact me directly at info@hoopgirl.com. Thanks!

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free candle-making stuff

feliciamaria — Tue, 10 Oct 2006 02:51:05 GMT

Thinking about making candles? Please take a bunch of candle-making materials off my hands! Box includes a big chunk o' paraffin (price tag, $18), molds, and a nice drop cloth.

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Pandora's Trunk Fashion/Art Party SF 10/7 1-7pm

Rachel — Thu, 05 Oct 2006 08:33:50 GMT

http://pandorastrunk.com
Saturday October 7
1-7 pm
916 Natoma St
South of Market, San Francisco

free admission
live music & free drinks

All the corners of the warehouse are stuffed to bursting with brightly colored goodies. The smell of steaming fresh merchandise is in the air. I'm seeing signs everywhere for Open Studios events (the architectural glass studio across the street is having an open house too - http://www.cydoniaglass.com/)

We've got some new friends:
T-shirts from http://mywindupbird.com/
Small robot art and housewares from http://nowyouvedoneit.com/index.htm

I can't wait for playtime to begin.

Your socks came from a sweatshop – come get your shirt from us!
Our indie artists are here to show you how they do. Get yourself some art and wears fresh from the hands of the people that made them, all while drinking like a proper artist: on a Saturday afternoon. In conjunction with SF Open Studios.

Space age dress-up, clothing and accessories for sale.
Live gonzo millinery by our own Rachel Hospodar,
fashion available from Medium Reality, Miranda Caroligne, and Bad Unkl Sista.
Extreme professional makeup pieces for your evening at the club from Spa Dee Dah.
art art and more art(portable, consumable, grand and meek), including live art by Dave Crosland of Hired Meat, a pro illustrator most recently working on the upcoming Scarface comic.
Cello/viola tag team, massage, and of course chocolates and free sangria.

link-0-rama:
http://pandorastrunk.com
http://mediumreality.com
http://mirandacaroligne.com
http://badunklsista.com
http://spadeedah.com
http://ediblelove.com
http://hiredmeat.com

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if you were to buy some yarn in san francisco

faern — Thu, 04 May 2006 16:44:11 GMT

where would you go?

i need variations of black yarn for a commission-ish type of thing...

any suggestions?
thanks
Faern

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1/4" steel boning!

budobabe — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 16:25:06 GMT

Hi--if you live in SF or Berkeley, I can arrange free delivery. I had just restocked bones last yr when my hand stopped letting me do rigorous corsetmaking and I'd like to get these out into good homes where they will get used!
short white steel bones
4" (4), 4.5" (4), 5" (12), 5.5" (2), 6" (13), 6.5" (15), 7" (8), 7.5" (12) – 10 cents each or all 70 for $5
long white steel bones
13.5" (14), 14" (12), 15.5" (10), 16" (10) -- 20 cents each or all 46 for $7
short spiral steel bones
4" (2), 4.5" (4), 5" (6), 5.5" (12), 6" (10), 6.5" (10), 8" (4) – 15 cents each or all 48 for $6
midlength spiral steel bones
10" (6), 12" (6), 12.5" (4), 13" (12) -- 25 cents each or all 28 for $5
long spiral steel bones
13.5" (11), 15.5" (9), 16" (7), 16.5" (6), 17" (10), 17.5" (12) – 30 cents each or all 55 for $13

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Crafty Vixens, I need your help!

hacktastic — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:17:53 GMT

I am a bit crafty but this is a little out of my league. I bought a blazer for job interviews that fits well in the the shoulders, my big-a## b00bs and is a good length but needs the sleeves shortened and the waist brought in. I'm on a bit of a budget so I'm looking at my options... How much do you think this'll cost me at a tailor? Does anyone do tailoring for barter or for cash? I'm in San Lorenzo. Will travel.

Lemme know.

Here's a piccie of said blazer.

http://people.tribe.net/hacktastic/photos/0228c6ce-689a-4155-b9a8-ee3e6c8be53a

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Spray Glue?

sarita75 — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 22:16:18 GMT

Hello ladies. New member here. Need some advice. I am working on some wedding programs which are a linen paper mounted on a stock paper backing. I want to glue the two pieces together, and don't know if a glue stick is a good option, or if I should try to use spray glue. Time is quickly becoming of the essence, as the wedding is next weekend! (Three cheers for the bride and groom!)

If spray glue - I have never used it before and am a bit worried about the mess and screwing it up. Any suggestions?

Thanks a bunch!!

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Magnetic Frog Clips Idea

SINGE — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 17:43:09 GMT

So I have this awesome silk shirt that was made in Nepal that uses frog clasps. The clasps are useless and come apart when you look at the them the wrong way so I want to replace them.

I just purchased some super small super strong rare earth magnets about the size of a dime. My idea is to sew them in to the seem of the shirt so that it just magically holds its self closed. I would then of course have the useful part of the frog clips removed without, hopefully, removing there aesthetic presence on the shift. I have several ideas on how this could work but I do not have the skill or the knowledge to pull this off my self.

Is there someone out there who thinks they might be up to the challenge? I would of course be more then willing to pay or trade you for your time.

I'm not working at the moment so i can meet up with you pretty much any time in the next two weeks. ( before bm ) =]

Thanks so much!

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New Sewing Techniques for Cool Neon Glowing Costumes 8/12 (berkeley)

Ray — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 20:16:09 GMT

sewers who want to work with el wire or glowie wire check this out

http://www.endlessdays.com/rp/el.sewing.class.pr.html

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Craft night Thursdays @ Brownies Vintage

brownies — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 23:44:34 GMT

We will be getting together every Thursday night 6:30 - 8:30 for crafting of all sorts.

Craft night will be a place for crafters to get together, help each other out, inspire one another, and get new ideas. You can even turn right around and consign your work at Brownies for one of the highest consignment rates in the area giving 60% of the selling price to the artist.(but you don't have to of course :)

Anyone can come

Make sure to bring supplies ie: fabric, yarn, embroidery thread/needles, sewing machine, knitting needles, crochet hook, jewlrey making supplies, etc.

I will have a sewing machine available to people who would like to use it.

Brownies Vintage
2001 Milvia St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
(at University Ave.)

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Pandora's Trunk line up

mary — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 22:02:25 GMT

Pandora’s Trunk is open again for business (read: party) on August 12th, 1-7pm, ready to inspire with one of a kind wearable art and tasty treats! We’ll be hosting local artists and designers selling fashion, art, desert wear, and homemade truffles, as well as featuring a talented masseuse and henna artist. You’ll be able to sample decadent chocolates, sip sangria, and chat with some of San Francisco’s best artisans, all in our thriving SOMA live/work space. Our last event in March was immensely successful, and this one should prove to be even better. We’d love to see you there!

Our artist lineup includes:

Miranda Caroligne - one-of-a-kind neoarchaic creations
Decadent Chocolates from Fuzzy: Philippe
Medium Reality - handmade felt objects of uncommon desire
Armour Sans Anguish - frayed edges, tattered bits and deconstructed style
Skinny Hippo
Bad Unkl Sista - funky scrappy style saturated with Bay Area flavor
Henna Lounge - Adorn yourself with Henna by Darcy
Massage Therapy by Anne Wise

And others to be announced

Find us at:

www.pandorastrunk.com
916 Natoma Street (at 10th Street, SOMA)
San Francisco
August 12, 1-7pm
Free!

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We only have one for the july get together on Saturday?

Sarah — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 06:35:53 GMT

We only have one rsvp right now for Saturday.

I will be providing all the supplies, I am willing to pick people up from the train or bus stations and I am providing food and drink.

So what am I doing wrong here that we have had so little response?

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Crafty Party for July???

Sarah — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 06:11:42 GMT

Is anyone up for a Crafty party in July?
I could host it at my home (South San Jose) I have a large dinning room table, that will seat 8 comfortably for crafting, 10 if mix a few thin or petite crafters. ;)
I could do it the following weekends of July, 22nd or 29th, if a weekday evening is preferred let me know what would work for everyone.
Thursday evenings are out for me since I host Star Trek night at my house for a gathering of friends.

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crafty job in Berkeley

Sha — Sat, 15 Jul 2006 03:56:43 GMT

Hey crafty vixens,

The company I work for is hiring seasonal help. We need someone to help me make bath and beauty products (bath salts, fizzing balls, lotions, etc.)

The job only pays $8 hour, but it is a fun and friendly work environment, you get employee discount on products, and the hours are flexible. Contact me if you want more info.

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World Wide Knit in Public Day

Kathy — Thu, 11 May 2006 16:16:00 GMT

Saturday, June 10th is the 2nd annual World Wide Knit in Public Day (ok not that everyday isn't that for me). There are meet -ups all over the world. Here in San Francisco its in Union Square from 11 -1. To find out more or to organzie one go to...
http://www.wwkipday.com

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Anyone ever sell at Harmony Festival?

Stillfire — Wed, 03 May 2006 07:35:37 GMT

I am wondering how it is. If they allow booth sharing--? If so--I might be looking for someone to share with (who doesn't make jewelry or mosaics). This festival looks very cool.

Please let me know if you have experience there!

I would especially love to hear from someone who has been a vendor of jewelry or mosaics.

Thanks!

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Feather fans...

FirePixie — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 16:54:20 GMT

I was wondering if anyone had ideas or know-how on making feather fans. I'm headed to a fabulous party and the theme is Mardi Gras and I would love to make some fans for gifts. I have found the fans and I can find the feathers I just need to know if there's a good technique I can use so they don't look so homemade. I feel like there's more to it then just gluing feathers to the fans. Is there?
I'm looking to make hand fans for now, but I plan on making some big dance ones later.
Thanks

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sell your art at Precita Eyes Festival

kristin — Sun, 16 Apr 2006 19:12:24 GMT

On Saturday May 13th, Precita Eyes will be hosting our annual Mural Awareness Month Festival at Precita Park from 1 to 5pm. The event is free and open to the public and is always lots of fun. This year at the festival, we will have a “paint-off” mural competition, a live mural performance on stage with local music, children’s and community mural arts projects, our annual awards presentation, as well as food and drinks. YOU ARE INVITED TO HAVE YOUR OWN BOOTH AT THE FESTIVAL. You may exhibit work, sell mural or other art merchandise, or do a demonstration of an arts project. There is no charge for the booth as artists are responsible for providing their own tables and chairs. Booths are available on a first come first served basis. The deadline to sign up has been extended to April 18th so contact us ASAP with a description and/or photos of your art and any questions about the festival. We look forward to hearing from you and having you at the festival.

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East Bay Craft Party in April

anzula — Sun, 26 Mar 2006 07:43:55 GMT

Monday April 10th we are going to have another craft party at my place. I hope you can make it! Message me for details.

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East Bay craft party in March

Sha — Fri, 17 Feb 2006 19:50:03 GMT

I would really like to get together with some crafty vixens in the East Bay soon.

I can do anytime on Fridays and late afternoons (like after 1pm) on weekends.

Is anyone else able to meet on a Friday or weekend afternoon?

Cheers,
Shasta

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Great site for selling and buying crafts online!

Shannon — Sun, 05 Mar 2006 21:09:57 GMT

http://www.etsy.com/index.php

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Selling crafts on the DL in the US

Shannon — Sun, 05 Mar 2006 21:17:50 GMT

Hey all just picking brains of all you expert crafters.
I'm working here in SF on a work visa and TECHNICALLY I am only supposed to work in that job area.
I am interested in selling crafts in consignment based stores....

Do many stores need your Social Security number?
I just need to make sure that I don't have any INS problems -
we all know how selling mittens illegaly can impact on the employment opportunities
of the average american citizen!
But given the current climate - I don't want to start doing something that could be problematic down the way....

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Stitches West 2006

fonduie — Fri, 17 Feb 2006 15:26:15 GMT

Anyone else been to this? I'm thinking of going but I've never gone so I'm not sure it's for me (I'm only a novice knitter.) What's it like? Anyone else going?

Stitches West 2006
February 16-18, 2006
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA

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outdoor wedding location in san mateo county?

Lani — Sun, 19 Feb 2006 21:28:45 GMT

OK! I know this is an unusual forum to post this.. but you ladies all have an 'eye' for this sort of this and i was really looking for some help here.....
Hey all, I'm planning my wedding.
I wanted to have my ceremony at the japanese tea gardens in san mateo, but there are scheduling conflicts... so i wanted to pick your brains about local parks or any outdoor location to have a short ceremony during the day (start time to be somewhere b/w 2-4) I'd like an area that is naturally beautiful so i could save some money on decorations!!! any help would be much appreciated....

Thanks for your help in advance...

lani
ps needs to accomodate about 80 - 100 guests...(this is flexible thou)

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Stitch n Pitch Night

Kathy — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 17:02:06 GMT

If any of you Crafty Bay Area Knitters are interested the Giants are having their first Stitch n Pitch night this year on July 20. My knitting group the SF Chicks with Sticks is trying to put together a group buy so if you are interested in joining us send me a note...

kat
http://kat-knits.blogspot.com

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Small Business Training, Bay Area

lobocita — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 04:58:11 GMT

[cross-posted in other tribes]

This is a company that I have taken training with in the past and I recommend them. They are currently offering inexpensive business classes in the bay area [extends to Vacaville, so be sure to read!], I encourage you to pursue them:

http://www.sbdctap.com/training/index.php

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Hello!

TheresaS — Sat, 28 Jan 2006 16:52:04 GMT

Hi

I am new to this tribe. I have a studio in Berkeley where I work on ceramics and PMC (precious metal clay). I am a certified PMC artisan. I teach PMC classes. My favourite method of ceramic firing is any method that I have to work with the fire. So I love pit fires, raku and sagar firings. In the summer, me and my studio mate usually teach at least one pit fire class. It is a lot of work but there is no other method that can accomplish what pit firing does.

I also design and make latex clothing. I love the material and what I can do with it.

I do many other crafts and having been sewing more and more. In March I am going to get a seger for my birthday. I am looking at the best/easist to thread so if anyone has any suggestions I would be open to them.

Have a crafty day everyone!
~Theresa (who seems to be spending her food budget at the JoAnne's closing sale in Pleasant Hill)

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Craft Meet Wednesday Feb 1

fonduie — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 22:51:56 GMT

I posted it in "Events" down there under the listings but I thought I would also point out to y'all that I go to a craft group the first Wednesday of the month in the Campbell library (three Crafty vixens go to this as well!) and we're always looking for new people who want to hang out! This coming week one person will be showing us how to use resin in crafts, something I always wanted to know about (fun with plastics!) Anyway, maybe that could hold ya over 'till we have another official CV meet-up?

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Gathering spots for vixens

pooh — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 05:04:45 GMT

I've started this thread in order to compile a list of possible CVBA gathering locales. If you know of a place that:
is willing to accommodate a group of 4-15+ crafters;
doesn't mind us hanging around for a few hours;
is BART/Public transport accessible;
and a definite plus would be a place that serves food & drink (or allows you to bring your own)

Some people have mentioned that libraries allow groups(Rockridge does not!). Others have suggested a member's home or public park. If you know of anyplace or are willing to host at your own home, please post the info here.

Until then, here are a few places that I've gathered from other postings:

Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden -- Alameda
http://www.juliestea.com/

Muddy Waters -- San Francisco
http://www.muddywaterscoffeehouse.com/index.html

Ritual Coffee Roasters -- San Francisco
http://ritualroasters.com/

Stitch -- San Francisco
http://www.stitchlounge.com/lounge.htm

The Canvas Cafe -- San Francisco
http://www.artbusiness.com/canvascafe.html

and i'm sure there are more!

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South Bay stitch & bitch

blisscakes — Wed, 14 Dec 2005 20:22:24 GMT

I'm devoting this Sunday, December 18th, to working on unfinished art and craft projects. I've already opened it up to a few friends and thought as long as I've got the room why not invite local vixens for a pre-holiday stitch & bitch.

I live in the San Jose/Santa Clara area (near Santa Row). If you're interested message me and I'll send you all the pertinent info.

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CV San Francisco get-together Sat/19?

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 21:52:35 GMT

Hi,

I'm reposting my reply to a previous long thread in case that one gets buried.

Are people still interested in meeting tomorrow? If so, and if you're undecided about Muddy's, here's another suggestion:

Cafe Commons, 3161 Mission (at Precita Ave.), (415) 282-2928

--It's pretty big AND has a back patio
--It's not too crowded
--It serves plenty of snacks, in addition to coffee, tea, etc.
--The owner is a sweetheart
--It's a five-minute walk from 24th Street BART (past Cesar Chavez)
--Street parking isn't too bad in that hood

Karina

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the next one???

aneesadesign — Sun, 16 Oct 2005 01:10:22 GMT

hey CVs
how does Nov. 19th, Saturday sound?
in SF somewhere? ... waiting for feedback on that
-a place large enough to accommodate at least four of us :o)
-easy access for those of us with SF driving phobias :p
-good location and parking

any ideas?
does this date work?

a

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Supplies in the East Bay

Sha — Wed, 02 Nov 2005 18:12:19 GMT

I'm trying to buy soap making supplies in bulk. I've been to the Juniper Tree on San Pablo, can anyone recommend other stores? I bought essential oils online, but I'd like to find a store where I can test smell the oils and buy them at a reasonable price.

Thanks,
Sha

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Monthly CVBA gatherings

pooh — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 05:05:08 GMT

don't know about you guys, but my calendar fills up so fast these days that planning a day here and a day there is tough - especially with a large group of people. i can't even get my 4 best girlfriends together for dinner!!!

So i was thinking that it would be nice to have a "regularly scheduled" CVBA gathering. It could be once a month, every other month, every 6 months, whatever.... we could rotate through a list of gatherings and explore the many places the bay area has to offer. sooooo......

i'd like to propose that the third Saturday of every month become CVBA Saturday! and for those of you who can't do weekends, how bout first Wednesday's???? If you go to both, you get two gatherings every month! Does anyone want to try a weekday gathering?

without a doubt, not everyone will be able to or want to come to every gathering. but they can be planned on tribe with the hopes that you can participate. if you can... right on!

if we can pick a new location around the bay area for each gathering we should know what we've got to choose from. i've started another thread that lists a bunch of regular gathering holes.
http://tribes.tribe.net/craftyvixensbayarea/thread/4cf0707a-571c-4b88-8dc8-0a381c7dd956?newpostingid=e085e9c5-821f-4678-8ab6-6ff90aa2b3b2#e085e9c5-821f-4678-8ab6-6ff90aa2b3b2

if you know of more, post em up!

So what do you guys think?

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Saturday CVBA gatherings

pooh — Thu, 10 Nov 2005 05:05:49 GMT

The next CVBA Saturday is November 19th. Location TBD. Check out the Gathering spots for vixens thread to help pick a location!

http://tribes.tribe.net/craftyvixensbayarea/thread/4cf0707a-571c-4b88-8dc8-0a381c7dd956?newpostingid=e085e9c5-821f-4678-8ab6-6ff90aa2b3b2#e085e9c5-821f-4678-8ab6-6ff90aa2b3b2

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selling at holiday craft fairs?

craftylee — Tue, 08 Nov 2005 23:47:18 GMT

hello-

i was wondering if any of you participated in selling your wares at Bay Area craft fairs. if so, which ones? it would be great to be able to sell some of my stuff along with being able to buy other home-made items.

thanks!

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New here

Virginia — Sat, 22 Oct 2005 02:06:53 GMT

Okay, so I am new here. My sister keeps buggin me about this site so I finally broke down and joined.

Would someone bring me up to speed please?

Virg

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CV Gathering Oct. 15th

aneesadesign — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:43:34 GMT

HEY All You SF Vixens!!

As some of you are already aware, there will be a gathering of Vixens on the 15th.... at Julie's Coffee & Tea Garden:1223 Park St., Alameda, 94501.... 12pm-3pm

Just bring your crafts and some 'lunch money' for snacks, etc.

I am including some of the items on the Event menu, as well as, the regular menu:
-Gourmet Pizza (pesto/walnut/gorgonzola or spinach, artichoke, olive/gorgonzola....this one is yummy!)
-Quiches (some vegie, some meaty)
-Chabata Sandwiches (pesto, provolone, baby greens, with or without smoked salmon)
-Tea Sandwiches (chicken/rosemary paté, mint/cucumber/cream cheese, egg/dill, avocado/watercress
-Scones and Devonshire cream
-Pastries, Tarts, and Tea Cookies, etc.

It will help a great deal if you just let me know you plan to attend our First CV Gathering, and what you might like to munch on while there.... Julie "aims to please!", so she wants a 'head count' and informal 'pre-order' to make sure she accommodates us :o)

BTW, you can PM me if you have any further questions, suggestions, etc.

Okay, well.... HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!

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Other Bay Area Craft Groups

fonduie — Sun, 18 Sep 2005 19:55:46 GMT

Bay Area Craft Groups already in existence?

I am a member of a South Bay Craft Group that coordinates through Craftster.org that's super cool:
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=33790.0

And I know that Craftster has an East Bay Group too:
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=18469.30

I know that the Get Crafty Web Site has some meetings listed too:
http://www.getcrafty.com/viewtopic.php?t=1361

You know of any others?

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