Tuesday, July 23, 2013

An Art Fest and Some Finds



Hi, everyone!  This past weekend my hubby and I went to a fun art show held at a local winery, Gervasi. The weather was pretty steamy, but at least it didn't rain until after we'd left!
I love supporting local talent and this was a great opportunity to do that!
I'm a huge fan of these local artists' (Tina and Susan) work. They make amazing jewelry and turn bottles and other mundane items into works of art!  They are called Tabas Designs and here are some of their booth pics...







I purchased this gorgeous necklace (and a couple of others!)  I'm getting quite a collection of their jewelry, but I just love it!


And check out these 'blinged out' spoons I got from them, too...


They add a little glam to my kitchen-aren't they fun?


Another great booth was this one, filled with creations made out of coffee sacks!  The enterprise consists of a mother and 2 daughters, and they call their company Diengie.  



I got this sweet little set of coasters from them.  (I already have one of their bags!)


Here is a pic of more booths...


And here my hubs Keith caught me running into someone that I know!


 The grounds are just beautiful!  There are rows and rows of lush vineyards...


And of course we had to stop and break for a little nourishment...glass of wine, anyone?  You can see the lake in the background-so pretty!


We had a really fun day-I'm so glad that we braved the heat and went!
Hope you all have a fantastic day-thanks for stopping by! :)

I'm sharing at these wonderful blogs:  Lavender Garden Cottage
                                                            Ivy and Elephants 
                                                            Have a Daily Cup of Mrs.Olsen
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25 comments:

  1. JunkchiccottageJuly 23, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Susan,
    It looks like a great day with Keith. Eating and having wine by the lake Ahhhhhhhh!!!! I love your new bling you will look smashing in that necklace. Those cute tags they make with the keys hanging are so adorable too. Looks like even with the humidity ughhhh! you had a great day.
    Kris

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  2. NanaDianaJuly 23, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    What a fun day. I LOVE that jewelry, too. And I love the tags!!! xo Diana

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  3. Donna WilkesJuly 23, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    Yes, the tags! So many great things - love when artisans work with old items to create new.

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  4. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJuly 23, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Looked like a great day for a fair!...so many great things and you sure did find some unique and beautiful things..The jewelry is awesome!

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  5. Glenda/MidSouthJuly 23, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Looks and sounds like an enjoyable time. Yes, a trip like that does call for a bit of good food and drink.
    Enjoy your evening.

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  6. UnknownJuly 23, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    looks like you had a great time. I love outdoor shows, but it's been too hot here to walk around anywhere.
    Debbi
    -yankeeburrow

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  7. AnneJuly 23, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Looks like a fun day Susan! Love...love....love that piece of jewelry you bought from her.Love those bling spoons too!
    xx
    Anne

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  8. Sew a Fine SeamJuly 23, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    Looks like so much fun! Love the stuff you bought.

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  9. sweetvintageofmineJuly 23, 2013 at 9:07 PM


    What a beautiful show and a beautiful place! And it's always FUN to spend the day with hubby! LOVE the bling for the kitchen! I love seeing what other people are creating.....Have a wonderful and blessed week~~~Roxie

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  10. Blondie's JournalJuly 23, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    This is my sort of event! Everything looks amazing, I think I would have flipped over the grain sack pieces! And the scenery is gorgeous! A glass of wine to celebrate some good finds is the icing on the cake!

    XO,
    Jane

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  11. cynthia lee designsJuly 24, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    Love their booth...everything looks great!! Love the necklace you got...so pretty!
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  12. Julia @ Vintage with LacesJuly 24, 2013 at 4:51 AM

    Hi Susan, That looks like a great show and lots of fun. The necklace is beautiful.

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  13. chateau chicJuly 24, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    What a fun day!! So much talent, and you sure found some beauties.
    Mary Alice

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  14. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmJuly 24, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Looks like a great show! At a winery?? Bonus :)

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  15. CynthiaJuly 24, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Love the items you brought home. The jewelry and the spoons are so cool! Having a nice day out with hubby and a glass of wine with that lake view, PERFECT!!

    Cynthia

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  16. ReviJuly 24, 2013 at 5:45 PM

    What a fun day! And the necklace is so YOU! It's like a necklace your house would wear, if houses wore necklaces. :)
    -Revi

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  17. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJuly 24, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    This looks like my kinds of place, full of fun goodies, food, and wine. Thanks for sharing Susan.

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  18. Tina@WhatWeKeepJuly 24, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    What a pretty place for a show...love those spoons!

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  19. UnknownJuly 24, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    Hi Susan,

    I love the dressform covered in number tags! What a great display...wish I could have gone to this show. Thanks for sharing.

    Lynnie

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  20. Leena Milligan LanteigneJuly 24, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Oh I love those giant feed sack bags! Lots of goodies at that show! Glad you had fun! Hugs, Leena

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  21. UnknownJuly 25, 2013 at 1:11 AM

    How beautiful Susan - LOVE that necklace ( and the spoons and the coasters and everything I guess )
    And what a fantastic setting - looks like a great day :)
    XOXO

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  22. ornate splendorJuly 25, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    What a lovely day...an art fest, and ending the day with a glass of wine by the lake....aaaahhhhh.....bliss! Thank you for sharing the photos of this art fest. Beautiful items made by these artists. Love that jewelry and altered bottles. Sweet of you to highlight them on your blog. Cheers, Catherine

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  23. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow July 25, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Interesting finds. LOVE the decorated spoons.

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  24. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 27, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    I love supporting local artists too Susan. In fact, whenever we travel hubby and I try to bring something home that was made by a local. Looks like such a fun event! Love the spoons you got. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  25. Nib BrownAugust 23, 2013 at 4:02 AM

    Yes, an interesting set of coasters.
    Do not tell how much this purchase?

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