Posts – RedAvaDesigns

Posted on June 7, 2018 June 7, 2018

20th Annual Wells Street Art Festival with Remix Chicago

RedAvaDesigns will be participating with Remix Chicago as part of the 20th Annual Wells Street Art Festival Festival. The festival includes 225 juried artists, and takes place this Saturday and Sunday, June 9-10, 10am to dusk both days, on Wells Street between North Avenue and Division. Remix Chicago is Chicago’s first festival featuring art that’s drawn from outside the margins: A refreshing remix of indie and craft art made from handmade, recycled, and found materials. Please visit us at the Remix tent, located at Scott and Wells Streets!

Posted on June 1, 2018

Evanston Made Pop-Up Shop

RedAvaDesigns will be selling select items at the Evanston Made Pop-Up Shop, from June 1-30, open every day (hours vary). Evanston Made is an annual celebration in June that showcases artists who live or work in Evanston. Opening reception is this Friday, June 1st, from 6-9pm, at the Evanston Art Center, 1717 Central, and I will be there. A portion of proceeds from sales benefits programs at the Evanston Art Center.

Posted on May 4, 2018

New Spring and Mother’s Day Events for May!

It’s finally springtime in Chicago, and Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 13th! RedAvaDesigns will be at three events over the next two weeks, with free admission at all events!

On Saturday, May 5, I’ll be at the Independence Park Neighborhood Association 11th Annual Fine Craft Fair, at the Independence Park Gymnasium, 3945 N. Springfield Ave., Chicago 60618, from Noon to 4 p.m. Over 30 local artisans with original and handmade work will be there.

On Sunday, May 6, I’ll be co-hosting the Week Before Mother’s Day Pop Up Sale at newly-opened Susanhat, 7231 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, from Noon to 5pm. I will be joined by store owner Susan Abelson of Susanhat (maker of one-of-a-kind hats from recycled materials), Jessica Snively of Milton and Margie’s Soy Wax Candles, and Joanne Vena, designer of vintage art aprons. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages too!

And on Wednesday, May 9, I’ll be at the Mother’s Day Gift Market at the Ravenswood Covenant Church at 4900 N. Damen, Chicago, from 4pm to 8pm, with over 20 local artisans. Sponsored by the Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce.

Seascape Pendant, Labradorite & Sterling Silver

Portfolio Pendant, Etched, Enameled, and Riveted Copper

Posted on April 3, 2018 April 3, 2018

Four on Fire, Enamored By Enameling at the Evanston Art Center

I’m excited to announce that I will be in a 4-person show at the Evanston Art Center from April 6-26 in the first-floor gallery space. The show features four enamel artists who explore the boundaries of this beautiful medium, each in a unique way. In addition to jewelry, I’ll be showing all-new wall art and vessels, and all work is for sale.

On Friday, April 6, from 5-8pm, we’ll be having an opening reception for the show, with complimentary food and beverages. All artists will be present, so come out and meet us!

Posted on March 26, 2018

Enameling Show Preview Art

Here’s a sneak peek of artwork I’m creating for an upcoming 4-person enameling show at the Evanston Art Center. This one is called “Flower Girl”, collage enamel on steel. I’ve been experimenting with creating other enamel works in addition to jewelry, a fun and interesting challenge.

Posted on March 8, 2018 March 8, 2018

Art in the Burg in Cedarburg, Wisconsin

This Saturday, March 10, I’ll be returning to (30 minutes north of Milwaukee), sponsored by Cedarburg High School, featuring 80 artists from the Midwest exhibiting and selling their original work in many artistic disciplines. 10am-5pm.

Cedarburg High School

W68N611 Evergreen Blvd, Cedarburg, Wisconsin 53012

https://www.facebook.com/ArtInTheBurg/ #artintheburg

Posted on February 9, 2018 February 9, 2018

First Event of 2018!

Serpentine Ring, Bronze & Sterling Silver

RedAvaDesigns’ very first event of 2018 is the Handmade Market at The Empty Bottle, 1035 N. Western, Chicago, IL! I’ve been working on a few new collections and will be debuting them at the Handmade Market on Saturday, February 10, from 12 noon until 4pm. Walk next door to delicious Bite Cafe for a bite, grab a drink at The Empty Bottle while you shop, and pick up a Valentine’s Day Gift for a loved one or for yourself. More than 30 sellers will be on the premises.

Posted on January 24, 2018

Juno Temple Wearing RedAvaDesigns!

Actor Juno Temple wearing my bronze Double Arch Ring in the “Autofac” episode of Phillip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams series, now streaming on Amazon Prime!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/228854427/double-arch-ring-cast-bronze-or-sterling?ref=shop_home_active_6

Posted on January 18, 2018

Happy New year Sale!

Treat yourself – or someone else – in the new year! This 15% off sale begins Thursday, January 18, and applies to sales in my Etsy shop. It expires on Sunday, January 21, at midnight.

The sale applies only to existing pieces in my shop, and not to custom orders. It may not be combined with any other discounts.

Happy New Year, and many thanks for your support!

Here is the link to my online store:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RedAvaDesigns

Posted on December 14, 2017 December 14, 2017

Hyde Park Handmade Holiday Bazaar

**Tabasco Agate Geode Sterling Earrings**

Holiday Shopping! Brunch! Cocktails! DJ! Fashion Show! Prizes!

Haven’t finished your holiday shopping yet? What, you haven’t started? Visit me at the Hyde Park Handmade Holiday Bazaar!

This Sunday, December 17, check out RedAvaDesigns’ latest work at the Hyde Park Handmade Holiday Bazaar at The Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Ave., Chicago, from 12-4 pm.

Join us in The Promontory’s second-floor lounge for a gathering of the some of Chicago’s best artisan craft and food makers. Free admission, the bar is open, and brunch is being served downstairs, so make a day of it! All ages welcome.

This is my final event of 2017, so I hope you can make it!

https://www.facebook.com/events/610518109336904/?active_tab=discussion