Wahooo!! Best Neighborhood...Queen Anne by Seattle Magazine

Alright...a little bragging rights for BW! So I was a little sad that we didn't have enough votes this year for the NWSource.com's People's Choice Award until my friend Ariana mentioned that her husband Mike saw BW in the Seattle Magazine, while he was checking out the article on best neighborhoods. What!!?? I love surprises like this! (Side note...we were popping up in 5 different categories in the People Choice voting in NWSource.com - Kids - Gifts - Jewelry - Women's Clothing - Eco. No wonder it was hard for us to secure a spot this year...we are so eclectic that our wonderful fans were putting us in all different categories. To those of you who voted...THANKS so much!!),

Back to the bragging rights... BW was mentioned as one of the reasons why Queen Anne is "vibrant" and "cool" in the July issue of Seattle Magazine's BEST NEIGHBORHOODS. How awesome is that? Our neighborhood shop Urban Kids Play owned by Curtis & Mikki was the other new store mentioned along with us as the new comers, while they gave props to the "longtime favorites" like Queen Anne Books and Hilltop Yarn.

Thank you Seattle Magazine for including us and congrats to the business mentioned in the article listed above and places like the El Diablo, Betty and How To Cook A Wolf as places to eat and drink.

Click on the link above to read the full article or get yourself a copy of the July Issue and go to page 58.

Divine Design Jewelry

Divine Design hammered fine silver and beautiful stones reflecting feminine nature

Miss Lauren's newest designs are perfect for warm sunny days, just the right proportions of silver, gold and vibrant stones to adorn yourself with! With style names like, "Hanapepe Sun," "Majestic," "Carnival." Hawaiian Grasses," "Allure," and "Orange Zen" how could a girl not want to take a peek! Hope you can make it to the event!

"What would Jesus Glue"

Visit us July 17th in celebration of Queen Anne Artwalk

Featured Artist is Marty Gordon

Welcome Texture!

The first time I met Teresa was at BW. She popped in a few weeks ago. Her personal style was what caught my eye and sparked our colorful conversation about fashion and the local industry. We swapped stories about shlopping jewelry, road trips and shows. At the same time we both discovered that she new many of the designers in the store and ta-da! It was like she and Texture found family here in Seattle. Indeed she had, a few weekends later, she came down from Bellingham to show at the Fremont Solstice Fair and make a quick drop off at Bouncing Wall. Since then, her pieces have been doing very well! Customers are especially impressed with the sly pocket inserted in just the right spot in her skirts and urban dress design.

*~In store now~*

Urban Mini

Comfy Skirt note the "Clifford Red" color..love that!

Scarves! Stylish colors & lightweight

We love our newest hip designer!

Tina's Product Runway Victory

We're so proud of Tina, local designer of Glamspoon. This past Spring Tina and her hard working team won the Seattle's Product Runway competition! She did a great job documenting the process on her blog, so fun to read! It's a honor to have her designs in the store. Customers continually come back to check out her latest flattering, flirty one of a kind skirts and dresses. Silky satin textures with layers of color contribute to the "bohemian chic" style that she delivers so well. Congrats to you Tina!!!

I've discovered that Tina recently took a wardrobe refashioning pledge. The more I read the more I fell in love with the whole concept. It really does prove that our consumer power is real, alive and practical. She promised to post a photo of her refashioned, renovated, recycled, crafted or created item of clothing on the Wardrobe Refashion blog, "so that others may share the joy that thy thriftiness brings!"

Her first refashioned piece! Love it! Great job Tina!

xoxo -drea and the ladies of BW

Out of Line...The Event Night

There is so much to tell!!! Where, oh where to begin? The set-up,I have to admit, was skeptical at first. You have visited Bouncing Wall before, right? Imagine, a live dj, three live window models, two additional racks of clothing…additional to the already 5.5 racks living in the shop, counter upon counter of ceramics, blown glass, jewelry, etc, a hearty sized table of yummy appetizers and a room full of family, friends and loyal, supportive customers. The store was about to bust out of it’s seems but all the love in the room held it together nicely….the wine helped a bit too ;) Of course we were sure to leave room for the wine pouring and sipping!
Before the event started we managed to fit Michelle, Amanda and Holly, the very talented hair stylists and make-up artist who work at Intermezzo Salon & Spa in Queen Anne (now on top of
the hill), into our hallway where they gracefully transformed it into a cozy styling space. Our three models, Ashley, Pricilla and Mary looked stunning! As they worked the windows that evening striking pose by pose and caught the eye of many passer bys. Some could not, help but come inside to ease their curiosity, second guessing if they we're real or not. It was important to us to have the models and the Intermezzo stylist be part of this event. It just goes to show how fortunate we Seatilites are to live and work in communities that come together. Right on Seattle!
Adding to the vibe, in a huge way, was DJ Woogie. DJ Woogie put it all out there just like you know he would, with a little shakin,’ a bit of soul and a whole lot of boogie! A good to know spot for those who like to groove, and you know who you are, is Sea Monster Lounge every Saturday night for Purple Haze Night. Check DJ Woogie out!

You should know that this was Bouncing Walls first event showcasing a fashion designer. We are so thrilled that it was Beki Wilson’s, Out of Line, Summer line that was featured! We love what she does. Her designs are perfect for many body types and occasions. They emphasize simple, well-structured lines contouring a woman’s body, a variety of solid colors with just enough frills to have fun, and a good variety of casual and formal wear. The signature folding (for lack of a better design term) of her fabrics which incorporate free hand machine stitching, gives it a look that nobody else is doing... making her style uniquely subtle, which I personally love! Having Beki’s family and friends present was one of the best parts of the whole night. It was so awesome and rewarding to have the event be somewhat of a family affair. This aspect totally contributes to the celebration of community and it's talents.

One show at a time BW will bring our community together through local independent art, design and creativity by providing a venue to show, display, purchase and most important for all to enjoy. Oh, hey! That sounds like a mission statement! Many thanks to Kim for the vision and esteem to make it all happen!

View more photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/60325314@N00/sets/72157605948712826/

photos shot by yours truly, an amateur at best but still shooting!

Bouncing Wall Partners with KEXP

Tune in and tell all your friends to tune in too! As we contribute to our community and it's successfull user powered radio we hope to contribute to our success at BW.

For the next two weeks follow the link and listen up! You'll here our spot soon after the Ride song, at about the 3:34 spot.

http://www.kexp.org/streamarchive/popup.asp?selectid=&mediatype=1&bitRate=96&starttime=39627.72222222222

Enjoy!

Get "Out of Line" Summer Fashion Event

We can't wait for this event!

To find more incredible style brought locally to you by our own Beki Wilson, check out NWSource Daily Find...as shown at right :)

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come and meet her in person at the store tomorrow night!

Live dj, drinks, models and you!

It's not too late to RSVP!!!

Sunshine and Art

What better thought to blog about but SUNSHINE! Queen Anne Ave was all about the community vibe this weekend. Kids on roller shoes that light up, wagons, furry friends walking their human masters up and down the sidewalks...shoping bags, iced coffee sippers, seating outside with sunglasses on the side please. Ahhhhh....sunshine.

We're getting ready for this month's Art Walk. Hope you all can make it!

Upper QA Art Walk Kick-off Event

To kick off Queen Anne's Third Thursday Summer Art Walk we had a night especially for the kids. Throughout the month of May Bouncing Wall has had the pleasure of displaying the very talented artist works who are third graders from John Hay Elementary. Many thanks to them and the teachers who helped encouraged these students to do art and organize this wonderful community event. Below are a two student artists and their creations.

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Bella

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Henry

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* Keep on doing ART! *~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

So Anna...So Cute!

Also celebrating crative young people are two designers we love!
So Anna

Two childhood friends, both named "Anna" who love textiles, babies, and creating art using natural and unique material have brought this Vashion Island, Wa company to life.

Their latest products ranging from baby bibs to adult belts always keep our regulars coming back. Come check out all of the new patterns. They're all too cute it's hard to decide!

Shay D Design Trunk Show

Awesome weather...no rain (equals awesome for Seattle spring time), sassy, super and spirited girls who know how to work it in the local entrepreneurial scene, a live dj, yummy nibbles and a little bubbly......what more? The draw! That's what! Oh, we have that and more... Shayla!

Shayla, known as Shay D Design, creates such an amazing variety of jewelry! We are proud to have her at Bouncing Wall. For as many different woman that are out there, in our huge wide world, there are as many different looks and Shayla represents well. Earrings, necklaces, rings and lariats. She seems to love working with all metals and creates imaginative designs using everything from pearls to clay and yes, everything in-between.

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The trunk show this May was not to be missed! If you did we're sorry but know that you'll make it next time. Stay tuned for pictures to be posted soon!

Be sure to check out http://bouncingwall.com/events.htm so that you don't miss out again!

KD'Angelo April Trunk Show

Okay, we all know it's almost June so why are we talking about April? Well, things are a'changing, just a bit, at Bouncing Wall and we've been having maddd fun! The KD'Angelo show was just one of the good times being had at Bouncing Wall this spring. Check out the pics below to see what you missed. Don't distress, you can still find KD'Angelo pieces showcased at BW. We love the feminine sophistication that Keri brings out in her designs and we know you do too! Personally, I think KD'Angelo has a romantic style that I see resonating with many of our customers. Not only women but also men who are looking for that just right piece of jewelry to gift. Right now is a great time to buy. Some pieces are on sale, up to 30% off. Such a good price!

All available at Bouncing Wall

Friend and customer Jill, loved this piece so much

that her hubby was excited to come back and get it for her.

One of Kari's newest design is the multichain choker

Small Horseshoe Earrings * Sold out!

No doubt best sellers!

Silver or Gold

Both are just as lovely

Although we're sold out, it won't be for long. Keri is great at fulfilling orders. It's not like she doesn't live in the neighborhood ;)

We're looking forward to showing off KD'Angelo next time you stop by.

Best!!!

-drea and the ladies of Bouncing Wall