Janet Marie @ The Goose's Garden Party

Colorful, natural or ohh so luxurious Janet Marie's felted products are a gift that keeps on giving.  Felted soap balls make the perfect lather to entice little ones to clean up as well as pamper those of us that made it a habit years ago.  Her coin purses are patterned, pretty and the utmost touchable.  For the full list of tidbits about the artists at The 2011 Goose's Garden Party click here.

Tuniebird @ The Goose's Garden Party

A sure fire favorite Tuniebird (Tonya) has been exploring the sewing world with one hit after another.  You probably know her best for her much sought after scrunchy headbands.  She also makes the classic tie headbands and colorful wristlets.  Her handbags will be debuting this Saturday at The Goose's Garden Party and I can't wait!

J Jive Jewelry @ The Goose's Garden Party

Earthy yet athletic, modern yet traditional, detailed yet simplistic.  A piece of jewelry by JJive can be paired with nearly any outfit and fit in perfectly.  The beauty in each unique piece is simply splendid.  The pictures really do not do these pieces justice.  A true must see.

Belts by ED @ The Goose's Garden Party

You may already have a collection of your own.  If not, be prepared you may be tempted to start one after seeing these fantastic fabric belts.  The colors and patterns are fresh and modern and there is one to fit every personality.  As a special bonus ED will also have birp cloths available at The Goose's Garden Party.  A sampling of what she creates can been seen on her website, Facebook page, or Etsy store.

Found Object Fashion @ The Goose's Garden Party

We all know the three R's but sometimes they are more difficult to follow.  Reduce, Reuse, Recycle they say..  Stacy of Found Object Fashion has the perfect eye and skill for the second of those R's, Reuse.  She creates hair bows, cardigans, tees and aprons while being conscious of the earth.  Find out more about her products, process and skills here.

Mim and Jules @ The Goose's Garden Party

Textural, patterned and the utmost useful.  Perfect for the magpie in your life.  In my case that's me.  These are the perfect little things to give and get as gifts.  I can't wait to see the pieces in person.  Oh to have and to hold....Saturday can't come soon enough.  Find out more about Mim and Jules here or visit with the artist on Saturday.

Jack and Ella Paper Press @ The Goose's Garden Party

Chic, simple, special and fun.  How better to describe cards that are locally created, printed on recycled card stock and come in a rainbow of colors?  Oh and the little graphics don't even get me started...  You simply must see to believe in the beauty.  And she does custom orders.  Can I get a "YaHoo"?  Take a peek at more an the Jack and Ella Paper Press Etsy store.

ScrapBugs @ The Goose's Garden Party

Oh so cute.  Pictures simply can't do a hair bow justice.  In a rainbow of colors you are certain to find the perfect one for that little one in your life.  Or perhaps the perfect one for yourself!  More info can be found on the ScarpBugs Etsy site (Artist's note: Most of the items are being held for The Goose's Garden Party and may be available online after the sale).  Oh and they have great little gift tags that make your unique gift all the more special.

Style File Friday: Mad Rollin' Dolls

Oh derby girls.  How I admire thee.  Of course this is coming from a tennis-playing-contact-avoiding-fragile-girl. Yes, fragile.  I'll try not to be too star struck while writing this week's Style File Friday.  You're welcome.

Haven't been to a roller derby bout before?  Well.  Well.  Well.  You certainly should attend at least one in your life time.  Where else can you see dressed up chicas of all shapes and sizes skating their hearts out in the name of team spirit?  Eh, and sometimes revenge.  If nothing else it will bring out the childhood urges in you to put on your skates (yes, you may need to buy a pair) and skate your heart out.  Beware though the falls hurt a lot more now than they did then.

What: Bout #4 All Hail the Queens
When: Saturday at 6pm
Where: Dane County Coliseum at the Alliant Energy Center
More info: Mad Rollin Dolls Website

Mad Rollin' Dolls Outfit:

Locavore Tee (made in Iowa): $24
Skunk Funk Purse: $60
Flap Pocket Denim: $88

Enjoy the (almost) Spring weekend!
~Lauren

{Know of an event I should feature?  E-mail me with the details lauren(at)shopthepurplegoose(dot)com}

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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!

Chairs, chairs chairs!

A rainbow of locally found and refurbished chairs have found space in The Purple Goose.  They are looking for loving homes.
Sheila finds them sad and alone on roadsides, at estate sales and in antique shops.  She gives them a new lease on life with the love of a coat of paint and often a modern fabric cushion.
We can't stop day dreaming of a dining room table surrounded with these beauts, friends sitting in each one, everyone having a fabulous time.

Back at it again!

More Birthday shirts!  We sewed these lovelies up this afternoon.  What better way to celebrate a new number!

Birthday Shirts

More of the ever popular kid's birthday shirts are in the works!  With any luck I'll have a few finished up today and ready for tomorrow.

Just in case you don't know what in the world I am talking about:
Our birthday shirts are tees for wee ones with a number on the front (their age) proudly displayed for the world to see.  Each one is handmade right here at the Purple Goose by yours truly.

Special note on these colors: This is our last batch with these tee colors.  With the sale and  summer vacations quickly approaching I don't know when I'll get a chance to make more.  So, when these are gone they may be gone for awhile (not forever)- just an fyi.

Now get off the internet and enjoy the wonderful day we are having!

You Design It!

I like designing everything and despite what my hubby might say I don't think I am the only one.  From paint colors to reupholstering furniture and clothing I love customizing all of it!

So, when one of our locally jewelry artist, Bridget, was telling us how her button pendants and beaded necklaces can be mixed and matched a light went on.  How great would it be to let you be the ones to do the mixing and matching?  AWESOME!  We simply can't wait to see what you will come up with.

Pick a pendant, match a beaded necklace and then find pieces that can be interchanged.  Lovely!  The options really are endless.