What woman doesn’t love flashing a bracelet or two, especially when no matter what your age or style, finding something dressy, casual, funky or fine to express yourself is such fun? See for yourself at the Bracelet Show going on through August 4 at 3rd Ward Jewelry. The show features over 150 wonderful, one-of-a-kind bracelets by 50 national and international artists. Created from all sorts of materials (wood, plastic, silver, gold) using a vast variety of techniques, styles run the gamut from delicate and lovely to statement making. What will you spend? Anywhere from $100 to $30,000 should you fall in love with designer Todd Reed’s asymmetrical cuff covered in rough and polished diamonds. 241 N. Broadway, 414-289-0886.
Ess Elle Style Studio also sparkles Sunday July 20 with a Tammy Spice Jewelry Trunk Show 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ogle the entire collection of the designers hand crafted mix of edgy yet flirty and elegant necklaces, earrings and bracelets while sipping mimosas and nibbling breakfast pastries. Hey does shopping to adorn get any easier? 1919 E. Kenilworth Pl. 414-271-ESSL.
Don’t even think about missing the Whitefish Bay Annual Sidewalk Sale Extravaganza being held Friday and Saturday July 18 – 19. Live music, yummy food and drastically discounted merchandise from shops all along the length of this venerable shopping district guarantee a really fun event.
One of the best things about going green in the bedroom is the recent popularity of bamboo fiber bedding. Not only is it naturally soft, silky, anti-bacterial and eco friendly, it’s also temperature sensitive which means you’ll sleep cooler in summer and warmer in winter – a sure way to save on energy costs. Check out the collection of 100 percent bamboo sheets, blankets and coverlets from Home Source at European Comforts, available in both white and ivory as well as a full bouquet of soft grass, petal, hemp, blossom, sky, buttercup, silver, copper and lotus shades. 890 Elm Grove Rd., Elm Grove, 161-797-8004, europeancomforts.com.
Goldie is doing its bit to get us and the planet healthy. Throughout the month of July they’re running a Food Drive to benefit the Hunger Task Force. Any customer who brings in 3 non-perishable food items is eligible for a 10 percent discount on any purchase over $100 or 15 percent off purchases over $200. They’ve also introduced a wonderful line of organic cotton fashions by Eco-Centric, a company that, with every purchase of their tees, tanks, tunics or dresses, plants a much needed tree somewhere in the world. Plus, on July 18 – 20, the store will host not one but two trunk shows focused on fitness footwear. Save 10 percent when you shop spring, summer and fall styles from MBT, sneakers and casual shoes that have earned high marks from athletes, doctors and physical therapists for their unique ability (thanks to a specially curved sole) to exercise and align the entire body. Expect the same discount on any purchase during the Fit Flop trunk show, which features unique sandals with micro ‘wobble-board’ construction proven to tone leg and butt muscles. Shoppers can also enjoy complimentary introductions to cranial sacral therapy by Kathleen Aragon. 4114 N. Oakland, 414-431-4832.
Got a cute kid? Want a free sitting with Timeframze Photography as well as a 5 x 7 print? Simply spend $75 on any of the cool kid stuff at Sprout, now through Saturday July 26, when the store will hold a fun photo shoot. 310 E. Buffalo, 414-289-0844.
Speaking of kids, if hiring a decorative artist to bring some charm to the walls of your child’s room is a little out of your budget, check out wallsRus.com. That’s where you’ll find well over 100 wall art stickers and murals that range in size from 5” to 60”. Printed on self-adhesive, peel and stick, waterproof vinyl, choose from lots of categories like dogs, cats, cars, airplanes, trucks, astronomy, mermaids and unicorns. Don’t have a creative bone in your body? You’ll also find some decorating inspiration.
Looking for a bit of creative camaraderie while they’re working on personal handwork projects? Head to Fasten 6 – 9 p.m. as it hosts it’s July 22 Craft Night. The store will be stepping up with expert sewing advice and a variety of tools and supplies that might come in handy so bring a snack or a beverage to pass and settle in for a fun evening. Not working on anything currently? Not to worry, you can always help Vonn, a designer with V Gear bring blossoming candy topiary to life. 224 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., 414-747-9229, fastencolletive.com.
