Sunday, November 22, 2009

HOLIDAY ARTISANS BAZAAR!

*HOLIDAY ARTISANS BAZAAR*
NOVEMBER 23rd - DECEMBER 30th
Find the Perfect Gift for Your Buckaroo!
Locally-made One of a Kind Gifts for Guys & Gals

HOLIDAY HOURS:
Mon & Tues: 11am-5pm
Wed-Fri: 11am-7pm
Sat: 10am-7pm
Sun: 10am-5pm

GEORGETOWN
5905 Airport Way South
Seattle Washington, 98108
206.767.0331

EMAIL US!

We Gift Wrap!


*Support Independent Artists, Designers & Small Business*
Now That's The Spirit

CHEERS!!!

Friday, November 20, 2009

Sirens Holiday Food Drive!

SIRENS HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE

Help the Sirens MC of Seattle gather food for
Sadly, this organization was recently burglarized.
The thieves took TONS of food. Who does THAT???
FRIDA will be collecting all healthy nonperishable food donations
throughout this holiday season.
The Sirens MC will be making as many deliveries as it takes.
They are on two-wheels after all!

Please Drop-off Donations:
5905 Airport Way
Seattle WA, 98108

FRIDA HOLIDAY HOURS:
Mon & Tues: 11am-5pm
Wed-Fri: 11am-7pm
Sat: 10am-7pm
Sun: 10am-5pm


Friday, November 6, 2009

Deer in Headlights

Paintings by Artist Catherine Cross Uehara
"Deer in Headlights" Nov14th - Dec 11th
What happens when Bambi grows up and runs out into traffic?
Recent meditations on the inherent contradictions of a doe eyed carnivore.

Join Us for the Frida Opening Reception
Saturday, Nov 14th, 6-9pm
Colorful Georgetown Art Attack
Falls on Saturday, November 14
The Georgetown Second Saturday Art Attack returns on November 14 with a diverse array of art exhibitions and cultural activities. Join us in this historic industrial arts district between 6:00 and 9:00 PM for another entertaining evening of creative fun. Highlights of the November 14 Art Attack include: The grand opening of the Georgetown Atelier hosted by founder Tenaya Sims; new work by Kyle Abernethy with shrines and collages by folk artist Luann Baroh at KrabJab Studio; “Junkture,” original assemblages by Wendy James at Calamity Jane’s; The Brite Collective presents “Eat My Story” at All City Coffee; “I Paint What I Want,” new work by Rebekah Slavin at The Stables with music by DJ Blake Whitaker; scary works by M. S. Corley at Full Throttle Bottles; “Deer in Headlights,” paintings by Catherine Cross Uehara with recent work by Georgetown designer Kimberlee Iblings at Georgetown Tile Works/Frida; “Pim & Francie,” book signing and exhibition by visionary cartoonist and illustrator Al Columbia at Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery; along with the usual disorderly drinking, dining and raucous socializing that gives Georgetown its unique outlaw character.

The Georgetown Art Attack is a monthly promotion of the Georgetown Merchants’ Association. For a map and other information visit www.georgetownartattack.com

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Old School Western Wear & Kickers


New Stock of Vintage Style Embroidered Rockmount Ranch Wear Western Shirts! (Price: $55-$88)

Jack A. Weil, AKA "Papa Jack" (1901 - 2008). Founder of Rockmount Ranch Wear. Papa Jack was the first to Introduce Snap Style Western Shirts. A True Visionary, Designing for Notable Figures such as Gene Autry and Elvis. That's Old School!

Don't Forget Western Wear for the Little Backaroos!

Check Out Our Kick'n Selection of Vintage Cowboy Boots: Tony Lama, Justin, Laredo, Frye, Pan Handle Slim, Acme, Nacona and more (Price Range $20-$120)

Frida's Plucky Find of the Week: Hit's of Ferlin Husky. It's a Truckin' Album (Tunes Most Suitable for Cry'n & Die'n). So You Dig Vinyl? Visit Our Music Maven Neighbors at Georgetown Records!

Would it be Wrong to Assume Charlie Daniels Likes Western Wear?

We're Certain Frida's Very Own June Carter LOVES Western Wear!


Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Get Your Glam on in Georgetown!


Invites You to Celebrate Spirits
of the Past and Present
in Haunted Historic Georgetown

A Much Awaited Special Premiere is Finally Here!
This Gifted Designer Created a Charming New
FRIDA Inspired Line of Clothing
for our Lovely Little Shop in Georgetown.
recycled cotton, jersey wrap sweater... size medium, $68
cotton & silk pleated skirt, size small, $88

Saturday October the 10th, 6-9PM
Please Join us for the Premiere and Artist Reception During the

FRIDA & Georgetown Tile Works
Gallery Featuring:
Dia de los Muertos Linocut Prints by Artist Sam Hamrick
Among the Highlights on Saturday, October 10:
Industrial sculpted paintings by Alex Rue and an original Butoh performance by Danse Perdue at Georgetown Arts Center; an exhibition and book signing by Los Angeles cartoonist Johnny Ryan with a provocative “Prison Pit” performance piece by Ardent Vein at Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery; Bella Vitale Gallery Studio presents an exotic show of photographs by Zoey Gillespie of Mexico with recent sensual circus paintings and prints by Angielena Chamberlain; the Twilight Artist Collective presents a multimedia exhibition curated by Ryan Horvath featuring Brandon Aleson, Matthew Burke, David Halsell and Ryan Horvath at the Stables; indie rock with To the Sea and Portland’s Bradley Wik and the Charlatans at the MIX; diverse dining and imbibing at countless boisterous Georgetown establishments including Stellars Pizza & Ale, Calamity Jane’s, 9 Lb. Hammer, Georgetown Liquor Company, Two Tartes Bakery, Jules Maes Saloon, Smarty Pants, Squid & Ink; Hangar CafĂ©, All City Coffee, and Via Tribunali.

SHOWROOM SALE!
Up to 70% Off Spring/Summer 09 Lines
Take a Stroll Down the Street for the
Emerging Designer Showcase at the Deco Modiste Studio!
Three of Frida's Popular Designers Team-up for this
Two Day Only Event: OCTOBER 9th & 10th, 12-8PM

Featured Designer in the Upcoming Eco-conscious Fashion Show
ECO LAVISH; Friday October the 9th, doors open at 7PM
Tickets: $25 standing & $50 VIP (seating w/swag bag)
available at Brown Paper Tickets
Located Across the Street from FRIDA
in the Old Rainier Brewery Engine Room, aka Georgetown Studios

~ Swing by FRIDA Friday Evening ~
We'll be Open Late, Snacking & Preparing for the

New Stock from Georgetown's Very Own
Erica Gordon of Steel Toe Studios!

Check Out Our Three Rotating Racks of
Vintage & Plucky Finds!
Halloween Costume Perhaps?
(Price Range:$5-$105)

Fresh Off the Press!
"a Haunted Half-life at Jules Maes Saloon"
Local Indie Author, Funi Daniels
of Georgetown's Jules Maes Saloon
Available Now at FRIDA ($13)

October 24th and 25th
Four Tours Nightly: Departing Every 20 Minutes.
Ticket Available: Brown Paper Tickets


Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Noise Worthy


Arts Corps Totes, Tees & Bumberstickers Available at FRIDA!
~ %100 Proceeds go to Arts Corps Programming ~
Arts Corps fosters creative habits of mind in young people through a passionate corps of teaching artists. Active since 2000, Arts Corps brings the lifelong practices of persistence, discipline, critical thinking, courage, risk-taking, reflection and imagining possibilities to the classroom and beyond.

Artist Lauren Atkinson of Arts Corps
Scores a New Jenna Rose Wool Jacket!
Hand-made in Seattle WA, %90 Recycled & Vintage Fabric.

On the Way to First Thursday Art Walk...
This Stylish Gal Snags a Plucky Vintage Dress, Coat & Shoes.
Just Like That!

EZ & the Charming Clare-a-Bell of Slim's Last Chance Swing by to Scoop up a Limited Edition Rockmount Western Wear Deco Shirt & the Coveted Pink & Brown Old Gringo Western Boots! (Sorry ladies, you'll just have to visit the Boots & Clare at Slim's now)

Vote for Frida: Deadline October 10th!
Best of the Western Washington

Frida & Georgetown Tile Works in the News:
Seattle Magazine: Shopping Local
Seattle Picks: Learning to Fly
Glam.Spoon Blog: I'm in Love with Frida
Seattle Magazine: Best of 2008 Georgetown


Tuesday, September 15, 2009

MEOW!


Fall Pounces in with the Work of Featured Stencil Artist Kim McCarthy, aka SOULE and the Jappanese Street Fashion meets Mod inspired Work of Melia of Lady Konnyaku Clothing.
(photo by Soule herself, this gal knows how to take a pic!)

New Fall Line of Dresses & Skirts just Blew in from Lekkerlife &
KIMMI. Jenna Rose restocked a Great Selection of one-of-a-kind Jackets. Stay Warm. These Crafty Indie Designers use Vintage, Found and Salvaged Fabrics to Create these Thoughtfully Constructed Garments. Don't Forget, We have Hand-Embroidered Blue Collar Work-wear for Guys & Gals from Mud Flap Grrl. Get your Work Done in Style!

CYNCITY Hand-crafted Glass Map Pendants Have Arrived! Seward Park, Beacon Hill, South Park, Madrona, Columbia City, Georgetown and Many Other Glamorous Places you Might want to Claim as Your Own for $20! Cheapest Trip in Town. New Jewelry Designer, Pinky Patina, brings us a Special Line of Necklaces, Pendants & Earings Induvidually Created with Silver, Copper & Found Materials, price range $49-$85. After a Flurry of Summer Shows, we're happy to Report Jewles Curnow has Restocked the Jewlery Case with New Pieces from thier Infamous Collection.