Bouncing Wall

Bouncing Wall Bon Voyage Party

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:07:00 +0000

Alright people...the time has come. We've officially closed our doors. Can I say how I'll miss our little Bouncing Wall home on Queen Anne? I'll post the sad mess of a store as we packed things up in a little posting but for now, it's all about the celebration!

So don't worry...you mad fans of Bouncing Wall. Just because we took Bouncing Wall out of the store, doesn't mean Bouncing Wall doesn't exist anymore. We're going world wide. Well, ok...on the world wide web. Good gravy! Does anyone say world wide web anymore? I think that dates me fo' sho'! (Yeah...that's my sad attempt at trying to be young and hip!)

Back to the celebration. We'll be partying our hearts out this Thursday, June 18th for our Bon Voyage Party on Capital Hill's Vermillion Gallery & Wine Bar. Come out and help us celebrate between 5pm - 9pm. If you RSVP on Evite or by email (shop@bouncingwall.com) and attend the event, the first 30 lucky folks will receive some awesome swag!

On top of it all, we'll be showing a little taste of what our Bouncing Wall Shop Social will feel like. We'll be featuring 7 awesome local designer who will be offering great deals for that night only. So come out, get your party boots on and let's say "bon voyage" to our new adventure! Oh, did I mention that Jacob London will be there to spin the music? You won't want to miss it!

Mad House for No Place Like Home Event

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Mon, 18 May 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Can we say WOW?!! The No Place Like Home Event was a mad success. We had so many customer, supporters, friend and family show up for the event, it was crazy!

It was great to see all the designers and artists mingle and support each other. It was like having 4 extra employees! Partnering with SSIA was a great success and they were so awesome to send representatives to talk with our customers throughout the day.

Pictures Say a Thousand Words

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Sun, 17 May 2009 00:53:00 +0000

O.k....so, you've probably never realized how glamorous it is to be part of the Bouncing Wall artists and designers family, did you? Not only do we support you but we also put you to work! Check out Shayla of Shay D Design washing our windows while we were entering her inventory!!

(Disclaimer: We do not make our designers and artists perform duties that are janitorial based. If you however, like Shayla decide to grab cleaning supplies and roll up your sleeves, we will not stop you! Thanks, Shayla! Our windows have never looked so sparkly.)

Simply The Best Mom 2009

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 09 May 2009 21:47:00 +0000

Okay everyone, Mother's Day is tomorrow! You still have a chance to submit a write up but I have to say, we have a super fab. one already!! We're going to wait until tomorrow, for the last minute entries, to announce the winner but for now read about Tara's Mothers...so genuinely sweet! Thanks everyone for your submissions...we can see why all of your mother's are "Simply the Best Moms!"

Submission: Tarah Prater Perini

Write up:
I have 2 mother's in my life and they both are great in their own ways.

First off my actual mother, Melanie, is by far my best friend. I call her weekly to just chat and share what's going on with me and vise versa. She is funny and lively and always has some interesting story for me. Her stroies are always so large and fun - she leads and exciting life! She has always been there for me, no matter where I live. She lives in FL and I see her atleast once a year but lately it's been more. When we get together we love to sightsee, shop, gossip, see movies, eat and just laugh. We don't have a stuffy relationship at all, just like to gal pals getting together to share what's new. I love her for that!

My step-mother, Linda, is also a mother to me. She and I have more of a mother daughter relationship. She loves to tell people stories of me wanting combat boots in highschool or how my hair color constantly changes. She laughs at my odd comments and strange ways. I'm the "left coast" daughter which makes me more colorful and I love that! She was there for me when I was a teen ager and helped mold me into a grownded human being. I moved around a lot and went through a lot but she accepted me for who I was and helped me growup. She threw me parties for my birthdays and even let me have friends over for breakfast that she cooked after our prom - waffles with straberries and whipped cream! Then she went to bed and let us hang out and be silly without ever telling us to keep it down. For not being her actual daughter I never felt that way!

I am lucky to have these 2 women in my life, they are both great woman and I love them both! :)

Launching Bouncing Wall Shop Social

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:24:00 +0000

We are super excited about a new venture Bouncing Wall will be launching next Wednesday, April 22nd. Our very awesome Christina (Collins) Pezzner has come up with a fantastic way to take our Bouncing Wall event concept to a whole new level. Get ready for Bouncing Wall Shop Social ~ "traveling" to a venue near you! We think you'll love the new concept of "shop while you drink and mingle, happy hour style!"

So why are we doing this? Many of our friends and supporters have voiced, "I wish Bouncing Wall was closer to where I live." We took that to heart and created an event where we will be coming to a venue near you. First Stop ~ Pioneer Square at The Tashiro Kaplan Building (115 Prefontaine Pl. S. #404), Wednesday, April 22nd from 7pm - 10:30pm.

Each event will feature someone new and someone familiar. This time we'll be featuring two new designers, ZUZK Jewelry and Rachel Burklund Designs. These two designers will be offering great pricing on their new designs or offering a gift with purchase. But that's not all...the attendees will enjoy discounts on items from most of the designers featured in the show. You don't want to miss this!

Lekkerlife ~ 15% off
Rika Rika ~ 25% off
T.Spoon / Glam Spoon ~ 15% off
Shay D Design ~25% off
Suzabelle ~ 25% to 50% off
And many more exclusive offers only available at the Shop Social events.

This event is invitation only so if you'd like to attend, please RSVP by emailing us at shop@bouncingwall.com . Thank you for your support as we find new and creative ways to support our artists and designers!

A Fibers Workshop..Get Your Hands Dirty!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:57:00 +0000

Melt! Fuse! Transform! The true artists in you could never pass this workshop up! So, better check it out! Nadine Smith and Mary Peterson from Funky Fibers will teach you everything you would ever want to know about fiber arts.

Where: Art House Mosaic Studio
When: Sunday, April 26 1-4 p.m.
Cost: $40
Contact: nadinemariesmith@gmail.com

Can We Say Project Runway?

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:57:00 +0000

Alright all...hold onto your seat! Bouncing Wall was blown away and honored that we were contacted by the casting folks of Project Runway! Oh yeah...you read that right. Our little store was on the "radar" of such a big and successful show. I still can't believe it. The reason for this awesome honor was that we have amazing local designers and they found out and asked us for recommendations to invite potential candidates for the next season's show. Ah...what?! How cool is that?

Soooo....with that said, if you are a designer and want an amazing opportunity to be invited to the casting audition, you have until April 24th to submit your application. Check out the information at http://www.bunim-murray.com/prcasting

Good luck to you and a BIG thanks to the Laura of Bunim-Murray Productions for seeking us out and considering our suggestions.

(Image borrowed from PR DVD Cover)

Ideal Bite | Moulin Rouge

noreply@blogger.com (KimcheeKim) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:42:00 +0000

Ideal Bite Moulin Rouge

How awesome that our friend and designer Kari received an awesome write-up in the Ideal Bite! Congrats to Kari and Rouge Aromatics.

oh...and a little whoop whoop for Bouncing Wall being mentioned as well.

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GlamSpoon Springs into Seamless in Seattle!!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:54:00 +0000

Glamspoon is springin' her designer beauties all about town. We're so fortunate to have them here at BW! Be sure to vote for Tina in the Seamless in Seattle contest!!

Click over to Seattle Magazine to view all the entrants' profiles and a few of the collection pieces. There is an online vote for favorite designer so please click!

Enter for your Chance to Win!!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:45:00 +0000

"Simply the Best Mom!" 2009

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:20:00 +0000

Bouncing Wall Presents

"Simply the Best Mom! 2009

~ Sponsored By~

In 100 words or less tell us what most exemplifies why your "mother" is simply the best and win a gift package for Mom!

Check out what's inside

~Hand created, functional artisan items from our featured Mother's Day local designers~

Appetite, Dinah Coops, Sweet & Cool and Clarie Jauregui

~Pampering gifts from our local neighborhood Sponsors, Thank You!!!~

A basic facial from Napolitano Spa. Good at the East Lake or Queen Anne Location
A cup of drinking chocolate and a truffle for 2 from Chocolopolis
A complimentary haircut at 7 Salon
A $25 Bouncing Wall Gift Certificate

Or email us at shop@bouncingwall.com

Kim had so much fun reading your submissions in '07! So, when she told us about the "Simply the Best Mom" idea we thought it was awesome and simple. Why not do it again!?

Share with us why you believe that the moms in your lives's are the best. We encourage you to write about the times that standout, small or large, past or present. If you're like many of us, you have many types of mothers in your life. It could be your birth mother, your adopted mother, mother-in-law, or maybe you're an expectant mother-to-be. In many ways all of these types of mothers have been mentors, caregivers and friends. Please share them all with us!

Submissions will be posted on this blog site.

The winner will be announced on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 10th.

Welcome Style Garden! Featured Home Goods Designer, Love your Style!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:56:00 +0000

We love Style Garden! This collection of stylish, new re-purposed home goods is like a breath of fresh air and it couldn't come to Bouncing Wall at a better time! We are pleased to welcome Style Garden and it's owner and creator, Holly Weiman! Holly created one of kind home accessories and gifts for people who appreciates, "creative fresh style and design." Style Garden creates a bridge between classic vintage and modern ethereal accessories for your living space. It's like she just walked out of Domino Magazine, one of my favorite reference for home decorating.

Vintage Wallpaper Lamps and Shades are made from carefully selected vintage lamps that are restored to modern style. Each shade is made from new PVC and authentic vintage wallpaper.

Serving cake stands are made from vintage plates, glassware and candle holders.

Floor mats are handpainted on heavy canvas and covered with a protective covering and include a slipmat. Be sure to visit us and check out Style Garden! Perfect gift items for wedding,birthday, house warming, mothers, sisters and friends.

Partnering with Successful Schools in Action

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0000

In our search to support a cause that Mother's in our community believe in, we were lucky to be introduced to SSIA, Successful Schools in Action, by one of our own designers, Dinah Coops. Successful Schools in Action is an educational non-profit working with seven public schools, K-12, to provide collaborative and community based programs. Their partner schools in the Queen Anne and Magnolia neighborhoods of Seattle include: Coe, John Hay, and Lawton Elementary, Catharine Blaine K-8, McClure Middle School, The Secondary Bilingual Orientation Center, and the Center School. The four programs that provide the structure of SSIA are Tutoring, Work Experience, Debate and Collaborative Conversations. Bouncing Wall is happy to support and honored to partner with SSIA who provides continued opportunities to gather community, educators and schools through a simple avenue that may not other wise be available. The Collaborative Conversations program is especially of interest to BW as the last Parent to Parent discussion included Arts Integration. We hope that our support will enable more discussion and opportunity in teaching young people to do art.

What's Happening and How can You Get Involved
SSIA Third Annual Breakfast Fundraiser! - Wednesday March 25th

For details see: SSIA Breakfast or RSVP here.

Bouncing Wall's Mother's Day Event! - Saturday May 2nd

Featured Designers: Dinah Coops, Appetite, Sweet & Cool, 12-5 p.m.

Featured Artist: Claire Jauregui, 5-9 p.m.

No Place Like Home!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 03:31:00 +0000

In celebration of Mothers everywhere please join us at Bouncing Wall!

A special gathering of artists for a local cause.

Saturday, May 2 12-5 p.m.

"No Place Like Home!"

In-Store Champagne Event Featuring 3 Designers, 1 Artists, and 1 Great Cause...just in time to pick up something special for Mother's Day!

Featured Designers:
Appetite, Dinah Coops, and Sweet & Cool are emphasizing home decor.
Featured Artists:
Claire Jauregui, whose painting will highlight any home.
Enjoy a glass of champagne and receive 10%-15% off on the featured designers and the artists items during this event.

BW is also proud to partner with Successful Schools in Action (SSIA) an education non-profit organization that provides collaborative and community based programs to schools.

5% of BW sales from this day will be donated to SSIA.

"Simply The Best Mom!" 2009
Don't miss out on the opportunity to win your mom or mother figure in your life a great gift package from our featured sponsors by entering the "Simply the Best Mom" contest. Everything you need to know is right here on our blog.

Quilt Mural Dedication and Celebration

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 18:11:00 +0000

ArtWorks is going strong and we're all invited to take part in the Celebration!

Friday, March 6th 4:00-5:00
Light Refreshments

Urban ArtWorks Studio 923 South Bayview Street, Suite C

Seattle, WA 98134

We will celebrate the accomplishments of our youth and admire their newly created quilt mural, funded in part by a City of Seattle Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs Youth Arts Grant. ArtWorks lead artists on the project are Todd Lown and Jay Gordon. Our student intern for the winter session is Johnathan Le.
Additional funding support provided by 4Culture Sustained Support, The Boeing Company, and the Lucky 7 Foundation. Support for court involved youth, including wages and case management, provided by King County Superior Court Community Programs. We are so grateful to all of our funders and partners for their support of our youth.
We hope you can be there!

ArtWorks Closer to Home

ArtWorks newest murals installed in South Lake Union....

....These will be the first three murals in a series designed to beautify construction sites in South Lake Union. Follow on murals will be produced by the youth at Artworks through a continued partnership with Vulcan Real Estate.

The murals have historic themes, hearkening back to the rich history of the South Lake Union area. They will hang along Mercer Street, Terry Avenue and Harrison Street. They were designed by Todd Lown, with design assistance from Tom Dunham.....

see the story at King 5

BW wishes to continue the support of AW by keeping you posted on what new projects the kids are working on. Hopefully, it will inspire you to get involved. AW is always looking for volunteers and if you're looking for inspiration, look no further!

We all love a SALE

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:16:00 +0000

Check it out!

Red Boots Design 25% Off

~mens & womens tees and hoodies

~toddler tees & hoodies

~womens cotton blouses, dresses

and long carigans

lekker life 20% Off

~womens block dresses &

~high wasted pin tucked cotton cord skirts

Suzabelle up to 50% Off

~ Biella Wool Trench

T-Spoon 20% Off
~ Recylced Wool

Out of Line 15% Off

~ Always Dress

Super Sweet

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:06:00 +0000

Hope you all enjoyed your Valentine's Day in your own special way. Some go out to dinner, some dine at home, some grab a movie and some do it all. If you were one of the cool valentine goers who made it to our sweet little show on the 7th then we know you made out all right. Keri's custom fragrances rocked! She did an awesome job helping me make up my own special blend of body mist; lavender, bergamont, grapefruit & spearmint....super uplifting... and brew of bath salts; patchouli, ylang ylang & rosewood.....warm and relaxing. I love them both!

rouge aromatics, always available for purchase at BW

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:41:00 +0000

Hey Valentine! Treat yourself to an inexpensive luxury at Bouncing Wall on Saturday, Feb 7th from 12-5 p.m. All natural custom blended Herbal Bath Salts and Aromatherapy Body Mists by Kari Morford of rouge aromatics. Pick your favorite aromatherapeutic scents from Kari ’s collection of essential oils and she will create a blend just for you…be your own valentine and indulge!

Also featuring mini balms! Already packaged in a organic muslin gift bag.

Special Day of Show prices:

Mini Balms...... 3 for $12

usually priced at 3 for $15

Custom Aromatherapeutic Bath Salts................. $12

Custom Aromatherapeutic Body Mists............... $10

Custom Item Package.................... $20

*Check out more of rouge aromatics handcrafted skin care line. Alsion Brownrigg of NW Source did a great job capturing Kari Morford essense on her Daily Find article. Thanks Alison!

February Featured Artist Jay Humphrey

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:44:00 +0000

Jay is a local Seattle artist who works with everything from thread to glass. Many of his pieces are three dimensional and have unique series names such as "Mineral Pool" and "Orbital." Jay's pieces are up for viewing and purchase now through March.

Please join us as we celebrate his creations at a reception, Saturday, February 7 from 12-5 p.m. Just in time to find something awesome for your Valentine!

Kissing Fishies

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 20:22:00 +0000

What better way to spread the luv than over a warm cozy assortment of drinks. This could include the Seattleite's all time fave, coffee of course. It could also include exotic blends of herbal or black teas, perhaps your favorite hot coco mix or a hot toddy. The warm drink lists goes on and on. Zack from Z-Studios has specially designed the perfect mug for you and your luvvie to drink and share the warmth of Valentines Day. Check it out! It's so cute and fun!! Among other fantastic ceramic creations by Z-Studios are Sake Sets, Vases, Bowls and unique treasure vessels. Zack lives in Seatte and is currently pursuing his career as an artist of several mediums; clay sculpture, painting, photography, and multimedia production. He has his "nose to the grindstone sharpening his artistic skills, producing new works, and running his new business." We're pleased to have him at Bouncing Wall and are always looking forward to introducing his new designs to our customers. Come check out his mugs and other creations. They make awesome one of kind, unique and local gifts for your luvvie who ever that may be.

Celebrating Jewelry, Art, a Great Cause... This Thursday!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:40:00 +0000

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Finally, it really feels like a new year! Inauguration Day, SO incredible!!!

We weren't able to celebrate the awesome artists and jewelry designer the way we wanted during the "Small Works" Holiday Show in December because of the crazy snow pile up, so we are celebrating now!

Come Join us for the Closing Reception of the Small Works Show, featuring 10 local artists and 1 jewelry designer, This Thursday, Jan 22, 6-9 p.m. in support of a local

cause.........Urban ArtWorks!

Glam.Spoon Give Away!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:21:00 +0000

Don't miss out! Local awesome designer is giving away some of her sweetest, stylish and sassy creations. Just check out her blog and post a comment on any of her posts. Hurry though, she's going to read and decide who they go to sometime next week! Have fun everyone!

~*~

If you don't get picked for the give away, no worries! You can find more of glam.spoon at Bouncing Wall. New arrivals like spring colored sweater dresses and baby doll tops just in. Photos to post soon!

Urban ArtWorks

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:32:00 +0000

Through the month of December, BW is having an ArtDrive! We would love to have as many supplies as possible to help out Urban ArtWorks and we're depending on YOU to help our drive be a success.

Urban ArtWorks is a nonprofit organization that works with at risk and volunteer youth to create public art. In its 14 years of existence ArtWorks' youth have created hundreds of murals throughout King County, learning the lessons of employment, creative expression and community connection. Thanks to The Queen Anne/Magnolia News , BW and ArtWorks has made the connection. Yes! We do read the little press!

All month long,we're asking you to bring in an item from their wish list of supplies as a donation. In return you will receive %15 off featured arts and accessories. Thank you in advance for helping to make this a successful ArtDrive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Current Needs:

*Clean Plastic Containers with resealable lids, up to 2 gallons in size (for mixing and storing small amounts of paint). The large clear ice cream tubs with handles are perfect!
*New Medium to High Quality Paint Brushes, both artist's brushes and house painting brushes
*Telescoping Ladder ---which vary in size and usually lean again buildings and can be extend upward.
*Gift cards for pizza or grocery stores are great! --- to provide healthy snakes for students and volunteers

On Going Needs:

• mini fridge
• paper towels
• toilet paper
• paper plates• paper/plastic cups
• scissors
• glue guns
• glue sticks
• masking tape
• Popsicle sticks
• paint brushes
• eye droppers
• clay (bags and liquid)
• butcher paper
• tracing paper
• 5 gallon buckets
• quart containers
• clamp lights
• hot plates
• Table saw
• Chop saw
• Large rotary paper cutter
• Hand truck
• Garbage Cans with Lids (step-down, flip-top, or push door)
• Pizza, juice, Krispy Kremes, etc...ha ha ha
• Volunteer tech person/consultant to help with development and growth
• Opaque projector
• Matte Board Cutter
• Frames
• Art supplies (watercolor paint, India ink, erasers [gum, kneadable, white], paintbrushes [all shapes & sizes], charcoal, pastels,etc.)
• Plywood (1/2” ACX 4'x8') & masonite (4'x8')
• Electric pencil sharpeners Donation Guidelines

1. Please make certain that Donation items are in good, working condition
2. ArtWorks CANNOT accept the following items:
Oil based paints and stains- Including oil-based enamels, alkyds, wood stains, varnish and spray paint. These hazardous paints are unsafe for use in youth-created mural projects.
Computer Monitors- Old computer monitors are expensive to recycle and actually create a financial burden for our organization.

Thank you!!!

Our Holiday Party!

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:16:00 +0000

Come Join Us for an "Arts and Accessories" Holiday Party at Bouncing Wall

Thursday, December 18

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Featuring 10 local artists and 1 jewelry designer in a night of holiday festivities with live music, drinks, sales. In the sprit of giving, we've partnered with a special cause, Urban ArtWorks, a nonprofit organization that works with at-risk and volunteer youth to create public art. Special guests from Urban ArtWorks will be joining us.

Bring donation items (such as clean plastic yogurt containers with lids and new/old large paint brushes). For every donation you bring in this evening you will be eligable for a $75 Holiday Shopping Spree! For every item brought into the store, BW will donate $1 per item!
See More Info and Complete Donation List

Featured Artist:

Andie Wuster . CM Sundt . David Peixoto . Gaelyn Woltz . Lindsay Archer . Seth Sexton . Todd Karam . Trevor Basset . Mary Peterson & Nadine Smith of "Funky Fibers"

Featured Jewelry Designer: Carrie Prossor of CP Jewelry Design will host a trunk show featuring sparkle and more sparkle.

'Tis the Season!

"Rinzi" Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (drea) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:49:00 +0000

When Lindsey Archer was growing up she had a younger brother who until he was old enough to pronouce his Ls called her "Rinzi." Awwww! Love that story and had to share. Now born from a past time is a collection of illustrations on wood blocks entitled "Rinzi Dogs." Please come and enjoy these simple depictions of dogs and their people. Rinzi Dogs will be showing and for sale through December as part of BW's Small Works Holiday Party, and into January.

In combination with BW, Lindsey Archer's art will be 15% off when you bring in needed items put toward supporting UrbanArtWorks, a local nonprofit organization that works with at risk and volunteer youth to create public art throughout King County, learning the lessons of employment, creative expression and community connection.