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| Dudes and Daisies Tish McKissick tishmckissick@comcast.net Vintage Bags I am a fabric snob. There! I admit it! For the fall, rich cut velvets and brocades make me melt! In the spring, the brighter, the better! Dudes and Daisies began as a way for me to indulge in my passion to create and design while staying home with my kiddos, Sam (Dudes) and Claire (Daisies). Dudes and Daisies bags are handcrafted from European vintage fabrics, table runners and doilies, vintage Italian wedding blankets, furs and bark cloths, and together, make a beautiful piece of art of unexpected materials for women who insist on “coloring outside of the lines.” Most bags and backpacks are one-of-a kind and limited editions and draw the discriminating and a bit rebellious gal who wouldn’t dare dangle what her girlfriends carry. “Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History”- Laurel Thatcher Ulrich. Ivy Jane Apparel Whimsical, trendy and flattering clothing for the gal who wants to get noticed ~ Ivy Jane creates a separates line that is sure to exceed your expectations for eclectic casual. Ivy Jane is exclusively carried by Dudes and Daisies in the Sugar Land and Richmond area. |
| Women That Rock Bonnie Blue My story begins with a little girl who loved art and grew to make my living in art. It would seem that art was my destiny; being born with the name Bonnie Green and later to marry and become Bonnie Blue. Art emanates from my being and I so desire to share God’s heart through art. These Rocks represent all women everywhere who are deeply, individually and unconditionally loved by God. When I see a Rock I see faces, your faces, and I am compelled to paint... |
| Treasure Hunters Gallery Marlene Dame Treasure Hunters Gallery was born out of a love of antiques. Having rented space in other antique shops in Galveston and working the craft show circuit I have met many talented artist, all with something special to bring to a shop environment. Many of theses gals were looking for a permanent home to sell their special treasures. On February 14, 2006 the first store front version of Treasure Hunters Gallery opened in Richmond, Tx. Once the lobby of The National Hotel this charming building has made the perfect home for this eclectic shop. It has become the permanent home for many of our traveling artist friends. We strive to carry unique, high-quality merchandise. Today I still rent two small spaces in Galveston, one in the Historic District on Post Office St. known as Antiques on Post Office and the other one the first floor of The Peanut Butter Warehouse. I am raising two baseball players, one guitar player, a husband and two dogs. Life is never dull. |
| Hippie at Heart Marlene Dame I was born in The Summer of Love and have a love for nostalgia from a more peaceful time. I have art work to showcase the company name which is now featured in t-shirts and tye-dye ball caps. I began collecting merchandise showcasing some of my favorite personalities, Betty Boop, Pink Panther, Snoopy, Elvis, Lucy and others. And, of course, I drove into the wonderful music of the time. I carry Bob Masse’s wonderful concert poster art in both framed and signed posters and in t-shirts. There are albums that are wonderful for framing and comic books that are affordable and are meant to be read and enjoyed. There's even a candy counter that features some of my favorite retro candies. I hope you will stop by and enjoy a look back in time as you enter what I refer to as the “hippie hut”. |
| All aBout Change Rosalie Tucker & Karen Mullins Making changes for the better in all our friends and families homes inspired us to throw caution to the wind and fulfill our dreams and conquer the desire of our souls to create beautiful and inviting homes beyond friends and family. |
| Naturally Unique Monica Durand In the late 1980’s I found that designing and crafting jewelry was my true passion. For the past 20 years I have designed and crafted jewelry that I've sold at art and craft shows throughout the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Region. Currently my jewelry pieces are also being marketed and sold at Treasure Hunter’s Gallery in Richmond, Texas and Grafton Seasons in Grafton, Vermont. I have recently retired from my profession in Orthopedic Radiology. I'm enjoying the extra time I have to create, design and treasure hunt on road trips! Growing up in Austin, Texas gave me the opportunity to meet many liberal artists. One thing I took from that experience was the desire to remain unique – “Naturally Unique” . I've always enjoyed creative gardening and art projects. I am a member of the Sugar Land Garden Club and teach various arts and craft workshops. For the past 20 years I have been sharing my jewelry and the works of other artist that share my excitement of creating unique art and jewelry. Some of my “finds” I've brought back from my travels to share are Story Bracelets with inspirational messages told through their beads, vintage bottle cap jewelry and Domino Art featuring custom designs. I like to share positive and meaningful art with the hope of bringing happiness to the recipient. Wear my jewelry in joy and happiness - the way it was created and crafted. Carpe Diem –Seize the Day. |
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| Jan's Creative Concepts I am a young, retired grandma, living in beautiful Sugar Land, who loves to decorate on a dime. During my 35 years of advertising for large corporations, I have worked with some of the world’ s top designers, and spent several years working with color consultants for the Fuller O’Brien Paint Company. I also lived and traveled extensively throughout Europe. Good design and color expertise are my specialty. Taking my vast knowledge and love for home design, I have helped numerous clients achieve beautiful, practical and low-cost home decorating solutions. Whether a client wants to fix a home for quick sale, find a color solution to update an old space or wants drapery and accessories to fill a new home, I can help. I can work with any design: rustic ranch, southwestern, shabby chic, country French, Tuscany, contemporary or eclectic. I work to incorporate your personality and your budget. Under Jan’s Creative Concepts, I design custom floral arrangements using lots of natural elements to add color and texture. I design and make chic hand-made dog collars under the name Texas Waggers. All sold at Treasure Hunters Gallery and at Houston area craft shows. |