The Studio: a funky gift shop and gallery created by Melissa McCarthy, artist and bon vivant. 50 Canal Street, Laconia NH. 603.455.8008. Regular hours Wednesday - Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-3. Special events monthly; see calendar for updates. Every Tuesday at The Studio Local Outbreak, a great music program records live - check out http://ipmnation.com/local-outbreak for information!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Holiday Open House!
OH BOY! It's that time again - time for The Studio Holiday Open House! This year will be bigger than ever, and I've been stocking the shop with lots of goodies especially for the occasion. The Studio is the only shop in New Hampshire's Lakes Region carrying Flying Wish Paper -- if you haven't seen a demonstration, just ask. It makes a great stocking stuffer, hostess gift idea, Secret Santa gift...or New Year's ritual! I have several new artists whose work is available, and dozens of wonderful handcrafted things that will make someone (or someone like you!) very happy this holiday season. For the bacon lover in your life, Vermont artist Jesse Lundberg has made a series of bacon paintings and bacon eggs that are available only at The Studio. Local Etsy seller Lovely Squid is bringing some of her vibrant, comfy and 100% up-cycled Infinity Scarves, and I'll also have car organizers by Zooziis. Don't forget about the great sprinkle rings -- perfect for adding fun to your holiday outfits, or for giving to your favorite funky person!
There will be refreshments and laughter and music, too. Add The Studio to your list of places to shop for all your local small business shopping needs!
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Friday, November 11, 2011
This Month at The Studio
Crazy good times here at The Studio this month, starting with the Belknap Independent Business Alliance Meet and Greet here on Tuesday the 15th. Beginning at 6pm, come to The Studio to enjoy some refreshments and meet some of the local people you do business with.
On Friday the 18th, The Studio is hosting an art event with live music to celebrate artist Kyle Tetro's exhibit "Cycle Reactions". Mouth Flesh will be doing experimental noise, Cortex will be creating live dubstep/electro-music and Labor Pains brings acoustic punk. No charge, and plenty of free parking downtown. Doors open at 6, music begins around 7pm. Call 455-8008 for more information.
Friday, November 25th is known as "Black Friday" -- except here at The Studio where it's "Futon Friday"! Beginning at the reasonable hour of 10am, I'll be open, the futon will be open, the kettle will be on, and you're welcome to come chill out in the funky art atmosphere of The Studio. New this year: Bette Abdu, a certified Zentangles teacher, will be demonstrating this relaxing drawing meditation technique from 11 - 1. From 1-3 there will be live costumed models for drawing or photographing. You're welcome to bring a book, some knitting, or your urge to nap and hang out for a little while. Of course, if you were moved to bring cookies, too, that'd be awesome!
The Shop is full of great gift ideas for the holidays, too. From stocking stuffers that will delight, to original jewelry and art, do your holiday shopping at The Studio. Free gift wrap, and gift certificates with a free greeting card are available, too. Support a local business this season, and find that special something, too. I've got great "Secret Santa" gift ideas, and a lot of items that are found nowhere else in the state. Come and see what you're missing!
On Friday the 18th, The Studio is hosting an art event with live music to celebrate artist Kyle Tetro's exhibit "Cycle Reactions". Mouth Flesh will be doing experimental noise, Cortex will be creating live dubstep/electro-music and Labor Pains brings acoustic punk. No charge, and plenty of free parking downtown. Doors open at 6, music begins around 7pm. Call 455-8008 for more information.
Friday, November 25th is known as "Black Friday" -- except here at The Studio where it's "Futon Friday"! Beginning at the reasonable hour of 10am, I'll be open, the futon will be open, the kettle will be on, and you're welcome to come chill out in the funky art atmosphere of The Studio. New this year: Bette Abdu, a certified Zentangles teacher, will be demonstrating this relaxing drawing meditation technique from 11 - 1. From 1-3 there will be live costumed models for drawing or photographing. You're welcome to bring a book, some knitting, or your urge to nap and hang out for a little while. Of course, if you were moved to bring cookies, too, that'd be awesome!
The Shop is full of great gift ideas for the holidays, too. From stocking stuffers that will delight, to original jewelry and art, do your holiday shopping at The Studio. Free gift wrap, and gift certificates with a free greeting card are available, too. Support a local business this season, and find that special something, too. I've got great "Secret Santa" gift ideas, and a lot of items that are found nowhere else in the state. Come and see what you're missing!
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