Day off from CWS?

College World Series Fans Take a short drive to Exit 440 and go south 6 miles, and visit Springfield Artworks and other Main St businesses. Lots of fun.

Platte River Christmas kicked off with Springfield,Ne businesses

Yesterday Springfield Artworks officially kicked off Platte River Christmas by inviting Main Street Businesses to the gallery. Consigning artists also attended the event.

Wine, cheese and conversation were enjoyed by all.

                                  Great holiday shopping
  has begun in one of Omaha area's most unique gallery and boutiques. 

We welcome all shoppers to experience the hospitality and free gift wrap on items over $20. Artist demos and refreshments too!  from Omaha take 144th St South just 6 miles from I-80, turn left on Main St to 183 Main or exit 440 on I-80, then south just 6 miles and left to 183 Main.

Whew! Finally settling down.

After a whirlwind learning experience in Chicago and Racine,WI, I am finally getting to try some of the new things I learned. I also have big plans to develop a lecture on the Japanese fiber arts in the future....but first must "Make some Art".  Just finished a pleated vessel in blue and purple.  Part of the creation of the vessel was done yesterday in front of the TV camera for possible inclusion in a commercial for Sarpy County amenities....stay tuned...will see if it makes the cut.

Chicago Here I Come!

Today was a great day...spending time with old friends, visiting my favorite restaurant, finding a new bead shop (at least for me) and having dinner at the Japanese grocery store/restaurant and visiting the Japanese book store and gift shop.  I'm in heaven...Hope my friends didn't mind me dragging them all over the place.
I am preparing for the Japan exhibit at the gallery which opens on the 15th of this month.

There will be many day to day items as well as some traditional pieces in the exhibit.  On display will be the etched and carved glass table that I (Margie) did.  We will also have a real tea brush that is the design source for my etched table.  Hope many of you can make it.  Our hours have changed..Tues-Friday 1pm-5pm, Saturday 11am to 4:30 pm, or by appointment.
Here's a pic of my very first etching class in Japan...not sure why my eyes are closed.

Valentines is coming

Busy making valentine hearts for your loved one.  I have etched mirrored ones, used crushed glass and fused it onto sheet glass....many, many things will be available first of February.  You have to come see us at Springfield Artworks.

Girl Scout Event

I am preparing for the Girl Scout Artventure at Springfield Artworks this Sunday.  Girls will be needle felting on a beret.  Should be fun.  More to come.

Photography contest winner

My photo that I took under the bean in Chicago's Millinium Park took first place in the Sarpy Arts Council first ever photo contest travel category. I was soooo excited. Also took 3rd place in the same category with a photo of colorful Japanese bikes.

GREAT NEWS! Nomination as one of the new or emerging businesses

Whew, just got off the phone with the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. We have been nominated along with 4 others as the new or emerging business of the year. This is very exciting...just to be nominated!

OPEN sign coming soon

We have purchased an OPEN sign for the gallery....Think you'll like it....stop by to see if we got it up yet.

Thurs is Lemonade day at the Gallery

Today, I tried out our new lemonade dispenser...works really well...Threw a couple of cherries in the bottom, just for color...and of course sliced lemons....

It was refreshing.

Open til 8pm tonight.

Found new artist for gallery

I found an incredible silversmith at the fair today. Hopefully I'll be carrying some of his work in the future....maybe in time for the holidays.

Kay Kaduce and Rona Horn classes at Springfield ArtWorks Nov 4,5,6

I have posted some pics of the vessel, scarf and potential jewelry pieces that we will be making in our Nov 4,5 classes at the gallery. You can start signing up later next week when full pricing info will be out. Better make a quick trip to the gallery for this. Spaces should fill up fast as these instructors classes are always delightful.. You may already have their books in your stash. We will also be having a trunk show of their work the last week in October. There are a couple of purses that they made in the gallery now....so come on out.

Weekend Wonderings

Spent the weekend at the Nebraska State Fair and points beyond. I volunteered at the state tourism booth. Had a great time sharing info about Sarpy County and Springfield ArtWorks as well as passing out brochures on other Nebraska tourism spots. Met lots of great people from around the state. Also met an Idaho couple who are familiar with the Trailing of the Sheep Festival in Idaho in October. I'll be there with bells on!

Sarpy County Fair

The fair is next week August 4-8 and we will be open Wednesday from 1-9pm so that all the fairgoers can check us out. As an old, or I should say, 4-H alum, the fair is always a special event for me (margie).

The Sarpy County Chamber is having a ribbon cutting and business after hours from 4-6 next Wednesday so hope everyone can welcome them. We are Sarpy county chamber members...just ck out our front door!

Rosenblatt Stadium yesterday

Went to an OMaha Royals ballgame yesterday with the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce. Had to leave early but the pre-game tour of the stadium and the pavilion get together was fun. Didn't realize that they had specialty areas for rent...sort of reminded me of the high rent areas at the United Center in Chicago minus the gourmet food. New stadium is really close to our gallery...just a few miles away. Can't wait!