2nd Annual Goose's Garden Party

 

It's that time again!  The gardens at The Purple Goose are ready to feature some of our favorite local artists as well as some new ones.  You get to see the artist's whole collection first hand- just like we do when buying for the store!

Some of the artists featured this year include:

Janet Marie Felted Goods 

Cobalt Studios

Buzz Cards

Whimsey House Designs

Mim and Jules

See you there!

DAIS Fashion Show

The Purple Goose's model Katie S. wearing Skunk Funk.

This past week The Purple Goose, along with other local boutiques, participated in the first ever Dress For DAIS Fashion Show.  It was an incredible night of fashion, fun and friends.  But more amazing was the fact that it was powered 100% by volunteers!  Over $10,000 was raised for the new DAIS shelter.

The photographer, Timothy Hughes, has edited a few photos.  More on the way...

Wise Owl Designs @ The Goose's Garden Party

 Introducing the creative works of two women, Wise Owl Designs.  More info and images can be found at their website.

Lea and Rachelle on their work:

"Wise Owl Designs is a collaborative workshop creating unique apparel, handbags, fiber work, and wall pieces.  Our designs are imagined by either Lea Donhowe Lovelace or Rachelle Reis Branum and then we work independently on each step of the process: screenprinting, appliqueing, sewing and adding vintage elements such as buttons.  By the time a piece is completed, both Rachelle and Lea have worked on it numerous times.

Our M.O is fun, earthwise, modern, vintage, quirky, charming, and funky!  We use organic, vintage, and upcycled clothing and buttons as our material, as well as well designed modern fabrics.

We are currently working separately in our home studios and passing items back and forth.  We are excited to announce that we will be working in a new collaborative space at 207 1/2 Washington Street in downtown Decorah, Iowa starting this summer!  We are looking forward to the way this will enrich our work further."

Modish Life @ The Goose's Garden Party

You may have heard already but there is a FANTASTIC event coming up on June 4th at The Purple Goose, The Goose's Garden Party.  Now thru June 4th I will be giving you a taste of the different artists and their wares.  So get ready because we are preparing to blow your socks off!  Today's feature....

Modish Life

Locally made children's clothing created with modern fabric and just the right amount of cool embellishment.  See more at the artist's Etsy site.

The First Annual Goose's Garden Party

The Purple Goose Trunk Show Series

Join us on Saturday, December 18^th for our final trunk show!

Who: Local Artists & Designers
                  This week we will be featuring jewelry by Amy Louise Strohfeldt and accessories by Tonya Tuomi.  Perfect if you’re looking for one-of-a-kind or local gifts this holiday season!

What: Our 7^th and last trunk show of the Purple Goose trunk show series

Where: The Purple Goose in Madison (117 S. Pinckney Street)

When: December 18, 2010 from 9:00am – 3:00pm

Why: Because we can’t wait to share the fabulous gifts and jewelry created by featured local artists as well as our new inventory with you!

Style File Friday: Downtown Holiday Open House

We're thinking local more than ever before this holiday season.  Hence the Think Local initiative were proud to be rolling out with Dane Buy Local.  You can enter to win great prizes at either Purple Goose location and at 60 other local businesses (find the list here).  I'm not going to get on my soap box about all of the great reasons to buy local because chances are you already know and this is a Style File Friday post. ;)  Let's get to the event and style!
This weekend is the Downtown Holiday Open House.  There is sure to be fun games and activities throughout the day.  For more info visit their website here.  If you haven't yet, this is the perfect excuse to stop in our Madison location.

The Downtown Holiday Open House Outfit:

Embroidered Tunic: $55

Orange Tee: $28

Owl Necklace: $18

Can't get enough of Style File Fridays?  Check out more here!

This outfit is available at the Verona store or at the Madison store by request.

{Know of an event I should feature on Style File Friday?  E-mail me lauren(at)shopthepurplegoose(dot)com}

The Purple Goose Trunk Show Series

Join us on Saturday, November 20^th for our next trunk show!


 

Who: Local Artists & Designers
                  This week we will be featuring products by Michelle Veeneman.  See pictures below for a sneak peek!

What: Our 5^th trunk show of the Purple Goose trunk show series

Where: The Purple Goose in Madison (117 S. Pinckney Street)

When: November 20, 2010 from 9:00am – 3:00pm
Why: Because we can’t wait to share the fabulous gifts and jewelry created by featured local artists as well as our new inventory with you!

       
Mittens made from recycled wool sweaters. Lined with fuzzy fleece for extra warmth and softness. Perfect for a cold Wisconsin day!

          



Bags, wallets, and coin purses made from recycled plastic bags. How neat!
Haven't heard about our new trunk shows series? Read on...
The Purple Goose trunk shows are a new twist on The Goose on the Go home trunk shows. You loved our home shows so much that we've made them bigger and better by bringing them to our downtown Madison location! The trunk shows feature gifts and jewelry from several local artists AND tons of new store inventory! Join us on the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Saturday of every month to see what it's all about!

The Purple Goose Trunk Show Series

Get excited because the next Purple Goose trunk show is only a few days away!
Who: Local Artists & Designers
This week we will be featuring products from 2 local artists! Check out stationary and cards from Jack & Ella Paper Press by Jessica Bates as well as jewelry from J. Jive Designs created by Jahna Cook.

What: Our 4^th trunk show of the Purple Goose trunk show series

Where: The Purple Goose in Madison (117 S. Pinckney Street)

When: November 2, 2010 from 10:00am – 7:00pm

Why: Because we can’t wait to share the fabulous gifts and jewelry created by featured local artists as well as our new inventory with you!

Haven't heard about our new trunk shows series? Read on...
The Purple Goose trunk shows are a new twist on The Goose on the Go home trunk shows. You loved our home shows so much that we've made them bigger and better by bringing them to our downtown Madison location! The trunk shows feature gifts and jewelry from several local artists AND tons of new store inventory! Join us on the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Saturday of every month to see what it's all about!

Style File Friday: The Purple Goose Trunk Show

Okay, this is a little heavy on self promotion, I know but I prefer to think of it as sharing the knowledge.  So get excited because Purple Goose trunk shows are a new twist on The Goose on the Go, something we have been doing successfully for just over a year.  First it was home parties and you all loved those so much we've made them even bigger and better!  Now.... a trunk show featuring many of the local artist and designers you see at our shops.  A TON more inventory to choose from and you get to play the buyer!  The catch?  There aren't any but it only happens on the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Saturday of every month at the Madison location.  I'm excited I'm rambling, my apologies.

The overview:
WHO: Local artists, designers and indie clothing that you love
WHAT: The traveling and ever changing Purple Goose bazaar
WHERE: The Purple Goose in Madison
WHEN: 1st Tuesday and 3rd Saturday of every month

The Trunk Show Outfit:



Top: $56
Denim: $64
Necklace: So new it isn't priced yet...

This outfit is available at the Verona store or at the Madison store by request.

{Know of an event I should feature on Style File Friday?  E-mail me lauren(at)shopthepurplegoose(dot)com}

Active Weekends

If you aren't already busy running Billy to the softball game, Sally to her soccer game, and womaning the park consessions stand and....you might want to check out...
Hometown Days

Safe Sex in The City

This past Friday in collaboration with Studio Quest we put on our first fundraiser fashion show titled, "Safe Sex in the City"  with all proceeds benefiting Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin.  It was a fantastic evening of close friends, local designers, wine and Wisconsin brewed beer, food donated by local restaurants (see below)....  Our goal was to bring the community together to celebrate the great things Planned Parenthood has been doing for us for 75years.

Thank you to everyone who made the night such a success!
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin
Studio Quest
Papillion Beauty
Tutto Pasta 
Marigold Kitchen
Johnny Delmonico's
The Great Dane
Gray's Tied House
Fresco
Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier
Cafe Continenta
Candina's Chocolates

Cinema Massage

Let's Party

One lucky customer won a fun and pampering evening for her and 11 friends!  Everyone involved had a blast!  Pamper provided by Studio Quest.  Shopping provided by The Purple Goose.  Register to win a FREE private make-over party at the downtown Madison Purple Goose!

Want a party for you and your friends?

Private Party Menu:
Choose any 3 services from the following list for you and your guests:
-Eyebrow or facial wax
-Express manicure
-5-minute face (make-up)
-Express hairstyle
-Denim fitting
-Personal fashion show
-One-on-one fashion consult

Cost: $250 for up to 12 guests.  Fee is waived if party sales exceed $1200 between Studio Quest and The Purple Goose.

Email: halley(at)shopthepurplegoose(dot)com to get on the calendar!

To see more photos visit The Purple Goose Facebook page.