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UPCOMING SHOW:
April 30 & May 1, 2011
Saturday 11a - 6p
Sunday 11p - 6p
Ginko Studios:
800 Gullett Street
Austin, TX 78702

Handmade Austin Women presents our 5th Annual Spring Show and Sale, "Art in the Garden" the first weekend of May. Join us for a family-friendly art event with an eclectic mix of handmade art and musical marionette matinees, ukulele and live musical performances. indulge yourself with a tasty treat and a tall coffee or iced tea as you make your way thru the show.

The Handmade Austin Women Spring Show is an annual market that presents unique artisan design and outstanding handcrafted art. We organize our show to promote the profound benefits of sustaining women artists at work here in Texas. We support Austin's cottage industry and the growing character of our local, independent economy.

Handmade Austin Women (HAW) is a collective of locally and nationally recognized women artists based in Austin. Dedicated to unique design and the highest quality in handmade work, HAW represents women in the business of art.

Handmade Austin Women are pleased to announce the 2011 lineup:

* Margaret Adie ~ 2D Collage
* Trisha Allen ~ Uniquely Recycled, Art Cards
* Jo Bridges ~ Paintings
* Elise Calhoun ~ Modern Mosaics
* Peggy Seeger ~ Handmade Books
* Jean Cannon ~ Vintage Inspired Hats
* Monique Capanelli ~ Botanical Designs
* Lisa Crowder ~ Contemporary Silver Jewelry
* Jaime Jo Fisher ~ Contemporary Art Jewelry
* Alison Young ~ Handmade Western Belt Buckles
* Lauren Grant ~ Drawings
* Chia ~ Sunhats, Fashion & Accessories
* Catherine Hart ~ Drawings
* Gabel Karsten ~ Still Life Painting
* Christa Mares ~ Sculptural Crochet
* Stephanie Nance ~ Paintings
* Stephanie Rubiano ~ Photographs & 3D Assemblage
* Melanie Schopper ~ Functional Ceramics
* * special massage therapy services provided by Natalie Flowers & Jen Lotts

Feel the vibes of DJ Lovecat on Saturday from 12 - 3p paired with a family-friendly musical marionette matinee on Saturday from 4pm - 5pm and Sunday from 12 noon - 1:30 pm. Also, live music by Guytown on Sunday at 3:30pm. Both days we offer complimentary tea and coffee service and some tasty treats offered by Cornucopia and Hope Glory Pastry. Additionally, the Ginko Studios gardens will be open for viewing. Our show grounds are handicapped accessible, but call ahead for special-access arrangements.

This event is supported in part by Ginko Studios & Women and Their Work. Please contact us for more information.