Feb 10
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Jan 25
Deluxe in pictures
photo by Rex Barrett
Rex Barrett of Glass Eye Studios captured some great images at our 2011 show – check out this set on Facebook and please tag yourself!
photo by Rex Barrett
photo by Rex Barrett
Jan 22
Guest Post from Hounds of the Heartland
We owe an incredibly huge thank you to Deluxe for highlighting our organization as the featured charity at the event this year. I arrived at Deluxe at 9:00am with chairs, raffle prizes, dog beds and signs in tow and was thrilled to see a little greyhound pen set up for us by the front entrance.
Thanks also to everyone who stopped by during the show to meet and pet the greyhounds. Many of you were impressed with how calm and friendly the dogs were, and how little barking and commotion they caused. We were busy during the entire event, answering questions and telling everyone about what great pets greyhounds make and how our adoption program works. Thank you to our amazing volunteers who picked up foster dogs and helped answer those questions, and to the Midtown Rotary for checking in on us and helping with set up!
I tweeted pictures of adoptable greyhounds during the show at @greyhoundpetsok. Polly’s cute Christmas pajamas sure got her a lot of attention!
One more round of special thanks to those local businesses and individuals who donated raffle prizes: Ashley Smith at No Regrets Tattoo, Deep Fork Group, Adrian Mix of Fried Okra, Jemellia Hilfiger of JemJam, and Robin Mead. We raised $200 that will help us with veterinary costs, food, and supplies for our foster greyhounds. Every greyhound that we are able to provide foster care for here in central Oklahoma gets lots of attention on our blog, website, and at show and tell events. When these dogs get adopted, we can bring in more of the retired racing greyhounds out there waiting for homes.
So far in 2011, we’ve adopted out 55 greyhounds. Two more potential adoptions are in the works thanks to some love connections at Deluxe. Thank you for your support, Deluxe, and thank you, Oklahoma City!
-Emily Williams, Hounds of the Heartland
Dec 10
Today, folks!
The day has arrived. Head on over to the Centennial Building for a day of shopping, inspiration and entertainment.
Show hours are 11-5. Free Admission. 80 artists. Something for EVERYONE. For serious.
The Spy 11 – 1:30
DJB (Brandon Tabor) 1:30 – 4:00
BBoy Battle at 2:30
Sugar Free Allstars 4:00
All Day: Free photo booth, Victory Dolls Roller Derby recruiting, kids’ crafts and fun, good times, hidden prizes, rad tunes. We do this because we love you. Hugs and kisses. See you soon.
(Thanks to all of our volunteers, fans and artists who make this day such a great event.)
Dec 8
Charity Profile: Horse Feathers Equine Rescue
Horse Feathers Equine Rescue provides shelter and assistance for horses in need throughout the state of Oklahoma. In addition to the loving care it provides for neglected, abused and unwanted horses at its facility in Guthrie, Horse Feathers coordinates programs that assist horse owners in need with essentials such as blankets and hay to help them through the hard winter months.
As the state’s only Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries-Verified horse rescue, Horse Feathers has been recognized for its excellence in equine sanctuary management and humane care of animals. GFAS sanctuaries have the highest credibility with donors, the media, and members of the public. This means that a donation is quickly put to use, covering essential expenses for the immediate veterinary, food and shelter needs of the horses in our care.
Our shelter is run exclusively by volunteers who donate long hours to the hard work of caring for these animals. We hope to find loving new homes for some of our horses, while many others are in “sanctuary” status, meaning that they’ll stay with us for life.
We have quite a range of animals at Horse Feathers, pedigreed Thoroughbreds to donkeys and just about everything in between. The one thing they have in common is that without the generosity of our volunteers, our sponsors, and generous supporters like you, their life’s stories would, by now, have come to sad ends.
Instead, these animals are cared for (and loved) by competent volunteers. This Saturday at Deluxe, we’ll give you more than just a chance to learn more about our operation and the wonderful animals in our care. We’ll give you the opportunity to give a very special Christmas gift to that little girl (or guy) who has everything—a gift neither you nor your child will never forget. Curious? Come visit us at Deluxe!
Dec 7
Artist Profile: Samantha Lamb
Company Name
Samantha Lamb Photography
Artist Name
Yours Truly, Samantha Joelle Honey Lamb
Product focus
Lovely Captures
Where did you learn this art or craft?
I am self taught for the most part….I guess you can say I was taught by the woodland and open pasture aspect of Oklahoma…& I am not even being fanciful…that or the morning taught me… you would have to ask them yourself though if you really wanted to know:)
What inspires you?
The Morning, wood grain, baking pies, cottages in the middle of the woods, wood smoke, jars of honey and Gnomes:)
How do customers respond to your work?
I am hummbled when a customer says “Oh my gosh..I want to live in your photo”… Really, I get a lot of smiles…eyes become slightly wider and people see a little more of what home looks like:) I am honored to have those individuals who have made a Sam Lamb capture the center of their living room or capture…it blows me away that I can capture what makes me happy, & actually make other people just as happy:)
Are you introducing any new products at Deluxe?
Lots of new captures and a few larger prints:) In addition, some very special Gnome home ornaments that are slightly diffrent than last year:) I could not believe when they sold out in 30 minutes last year.
How would you describe your previous experience(s) at Deluxe?
AMAZING!!! I really could not believe it went so well…good thing I have had help in the past, because there is just so many people I want to talk to and give big hugs:)
What other artists are you looking forward to shopping from at Deluxe?
Goodness gracious…I have so many good friends at Deluxe…the folks over at Green Couch Design are very close to my heart:) But I can’t wait to see all of my friends:)
Anything else you’d like shoppers to know?
With every purchase this year you will recieve a pack of wild flower seeds from my farm Early Bird Acres & please do stop by and say hello…your words mean a lot to me:)
Dec 6
Featured Charity: Hounds of the Heartland
Hounds of the Heartland is a non-profit humane organization that finds loving, responsible homes for retired racing greyhounds and for young greyhounds not placed on the racetrack.
Our organization is run completely by volunteers who transport dogs from kennels, greyhound farms, and animal shelters; foster them in the Oklahoma City area; and do adoption outreach at petstores and events to increase the public’s awareness of what excellent, loving pets these noble dogs make.
Greyhounds are generally sweet, even-tempered dogs that love their humans and aim to please. They rarely bark, don’t shed a lot, and are notorious couch potatoes. Their laid-back demeanor means they are great family pets, apartment dogs, companions for the eldery, or mellow friends for working adults.
Missy, adopted 2011, outraces a mule
We’ll be selling raffle tickets for great prizes near the front entrace at Deluxe. The money raised at Deluxe all goes to support our foster greyhounds in the form of veterinary costs, food, medicine, and supplies. We usually have between 6-10 greyhounds available for adoption at any given time. There are always more greyhounds waiting for our foster spots, so if you are interested in adding a greyhound to your family we encourage you to read more about the breed and fill out an application. We hope you make time to stop by at Deluxe and meet your new best friend!
Charley, currently available for adoption
HOH is on Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and Instragram, in addition to our official website and blog.
- Emily Williams
Dec 6
Artist Profile: CraftyMinx
Company Name
craftyminx handmade
Artist Name
Dana Beach
Product focus
This year I’ve scaled back a little and will just have crocheted accessories for the whole family
Where did you learn this art or craft?
From my mom, she has taught me everything I know.
What inspires you?
I’m inspired by a lot of things but right now I’m really focused on color combinations, and vintage styling.
How do customers respond to your work?
People are usually drawn in by the bright colors in my booth and enjoy that I have something for everyone.
Are you introducing any new products at Deluxe?
I am! I have developed a cute new turban style ear-warmer headband that I absolutely love and have tweaked many of my older designs.
How would you describe your previous experience(s) at Deluxe?
I love Deluxe! Not only as an artist but as a shopper as well. I have found that there is something for everyone at Deluxe and love that there’s live music and plenty of hands-on activities for kids as well as lots of community support. It is just a fun day all around!
What other artists are you looking forward to shopping from at Deluxe?
I always enjoy Fried Okra’s sock monkeys and last year a new favorite became The Mouse Market. I am always excited about seeing all of the new artists and meeting new people.
Dec 5
Artist Profile: Morian Art
Company Name
Morian Art
Artist Name
Morian Whaley
Product focus
Animal related art
Where did you learn this art or craft?
I’m self taught
What inspires you?
I love animals and have several pets, they inspire me every day.
How do customers respond to your work?
They usually comment on the colors and the expressions on my subject’s faces
Are you introducing any new products at Deluxe?
Yes, I have made pillow pets using fabric that has paintings of mine printed on it, as well as a few pendant necklaces with tiny prints of my artwork.
How would you describe your previous experience(s) at Deluxe?
Very fun!
What other artists are you looking forward to shopping from at Deluxe?
I don’t know yet, I’m looking forward to looking at everyone’s booth
