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Friday, October 9, 2009
Features / Events Preview of Craft Attack! 2009
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 2:23 PM
Creative Loafing loves handmade goodies — which is why we'll be checking out Craft Attack! 2009 tomorrow at Independence Park at 300 Hawthorne Lane (going down between the hours of 10 a.m.-5 p.m.). The weather's been kinda wonky lately (one day I'm sporting a scarf in a long-sleeve tee, today it's a sleeveless with a raincoat), but no worries: Craft Attack will go down rain or shine. Yes!
You can expect to find pottery, jewelry, wearables, dolls and collectibles, bags, soaps, candles, handspun yarn, stuffed animals and more. Here are some vendors that will be showcasing their work. The list is pretty heavy, so please just do yourself a favor and check out this FREE event!
Videos Video tour of Pura Vida Worldly Art
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Pura Vida is an eclectic gift shop of culture located in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood. If you like bright colors, art and learning about other cultures, this is the place to check out. According to their Web site, the folks at Pura Vida believe "that exposure to and knowledge of other cultures fosters positive relationships and a stronger community." Amen to that.
Check out a video tour of the shop with owner Teresa Hernandez below.
Find more photos and contact information after the jump!
Sales / Sale of the Day Sale of the day: Belle Ville
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 9:00 AM
Take advantage of Belle Ville's fabulous 50 percent off deals on summer/early fall necessities.
Birkdale Village (between Banana Republic and Starbucks)
16836 Birkdale Commons Parkway
Huntersville, NC 28078
704-655-9506
Epicentre (behind CVS)
210 East Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-971-7413
Promenade (next to Steinmart)
5341 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28277
704-847-5352
Never been to Belle Ville? Check out their video (courtesy of their Facebook page):
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Sales Upcoming: Warehouse sale at Modern Fabrics
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Oct 8, 2009 at 3:41 PM
Sales / Sale of the Day Sale of the day: Pura Vida
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Thu, Oct 8, 2009 at 9:00 AM
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
News Happy birthday barcode!
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Barcode ... as in the sticker that's often stuck to the bottom of just about anything you purchase nowadays. Today marks its 57th anniversary of the first patent.
To commemorate the occasion, Google has switched out its logo to barcode language:
Hats off to the creators of the barcode, an essential, ever silent player in shopping game of life.
Sale of the day: By Design
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 9:22 AM
Hundred of clearance items marked down an additional 10 percent to 40 percent off already reduced prices.
11501 Carolina Place Parkway
704-542-8803
2130 South Blvd.
704-342-4600
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Features Halloween costumes: It's about time you start
Posted By Priscilla Tsai on Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 1:53 PM
Do you know what day it is? It's October 6th! ...Which means you have less than a month to get your super-duper Halloween costume together. Chop chop!
Whether you need a pre-assembled outfit courtesy of a plastic-bagged kit, fabric to DIY, or even an elaborate rental costume, here are your Charlotte Halloween supply stores:
They carry sexy costumes, lingerie (that you can turn into a costume) and accessories.
Coliseum Shopping Center
3728 Independence Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
704-532-8360
Fire My Desire Boutique
Out in the University area, they've got a selection of sexy Halloween costumes for the ladies — and even some on sale!
Priscilla's
Yes, "it's where fun and fantasy meet!" Get your Halloween sexy skirts, lingerie, and other needs at this naughty store.
4903 South Blvd # B
Charlotte, NC 28217-2259
(704) 679-9604
They have the mother-lode of costumes. Morris carries rental costumes, along with pre-made costumes for children, adults, and dogs alike. If you need a whip, sword, fake boobs, sunglasses, hats, wigs, leggings, nude body suits or the like to complete your costume, they have those too!
4300 Monroe Rd
Charlotte, NC 28205-7712
(704) 333-4653
University Place Store
9014 JM Keynes Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
704-593-0711
If it's a sexy costume you are looking for, the Red Door's probably got it.
200 W. Woodlawn Rd Suite I
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 523-5332
5301 E. Independence Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28212
(704) 566-8898
Thinking about doing it yourself? Well aren't you crafty! This arts and crafts store is perfect for DIY costumes. They carry feathers, flowers, yarn, glue, boas, paper, markers, and probably whatever else you need. And remember, the hot glue gun is your best friend.
8716 JW Clay Blvd
Charlotte NC 28262-8471
9571 South Blvd
Charlotte NC 28273-6901
8120 Providence Rd
Charlotte NC 28277-9750
If you are a stitchin' bitch looking to sew yourself a costume, you can get your materials at this fabric store. They also carry Velcro, thread, stuffing and notions such as buttons.
5407 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28217-4119
(704) 523-6353
ANDDDD... if you're looking for someone to do your Halloween makeup, check out this special from Flawless Make Up Art.
Events Trunk show: David Goodman at Coplon's
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 10:26 AM
Product Reviews Product reviews: Andrea's Beau, The Hook-Up
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 10:15 AM
This week we're reviewing accessories from Andrea's Beau and The Hookup.
• Andrea’s Beau: Laurel Jacquard double adjustable soft headband
Some days we need a little inspiration. And doing something different, and stylish, is just what the doctor ordered. I love this headband. The double band makes it an instant enhancement! It adjusts easily (for those occasions when your daughter asks to borrow it). And speaking of … the little girls’ hair accessories will knock your socks off!
• The Hookup: Handbag hook
This accessory is a seriously convenient product. It clips to your handbag and makes it a breeze to keep your handbag off of any dirty surface. The fashionable heart, plated in gold or platinum, clips to your purse strap and twists open to hook your purse to any table or door (or chair, stroller, grocery cart, etc.). It’s fantastic!
Catherine Horgan is a personal stylist and product reviewer in the local Charlotte area. Check out her Web site at www.closetofstyle.com.
