Splurge Artist Boutique

Closing Party

2011-04-22T22:36:00.001-07:00

Milinn Spady sadly packs up her work.

Leah Pellegrini chats about good times.

Suzanne Keolker fondly looks over her display.

Michelle Pervis remembers the "good old days".

Naomi Campos happily sheds a tear.

Founding members Milinn Spady, Suzanne Keolker & Naomi Campos pull the Splurge sign in for the last time.

Goodbye Toast

2011-04-20T11:35:00.000-07:00

A toast to 5 years of Splurge goodness.

At 6pm today.

We thank you for the warm wishes and goodbye cards!
So sweet!

When one door closes, another opens.
Goodbye!

Last Week!

2011-04-13T15:34:00.000-07:00

Closing Sale

2011-04-07T09:45:00.000-07:00

Countdown...

2011-03-30T14:50:00.000-07:00

Closing

2011-03-24T10:44:00.000-07:00

It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of Splurge. We have always loved the identity of Splurge focusing on Portland handmade works. We thank you for your on going loyalty and support since 2006. We have enjoyed meeting you! Our last day of operation will be April 20, 2011.

Coffee Art

2011-03-17T16:45:00.000-07:00

An ostrich feather.

A cowboy hat.

By Extracto in NE Portland.

Sweet Treat

2011-03-15T13:59:00.001-07:00

Some kinda Rocky Road lollipop with brownie.

Is that possible?

Lollipop Trees

2011-03-15T13:56:00.001-07:00

Color pop!

By Michelle Purvis of Cultural Elements

Necklaces...

2011-02-23T16:09:00.000-08:00

Revisions Design Studio

Sunup Jewelry

YedOmi Jewelry

Allie B Jewelry

Sunshine?!

2011-02-23T15:54:00.000-08:00

They predicted snow today!?

It's chilly, but sunny:)

I have spring fever...

Happy Love

2011-02-14T19:44:00.001-08:00

We hope your day was filled with delights. As it should be. Thank you again for thinking of us for your sweethearts!

Tribal Style

2011-02-13T10:33:00.001-08:00

Lovely carved wood and bone earrings by Tribal Style that mimic a gauged earring without stretching your piercings. Do you dare?

Images by Tribal Style

Revisions Design Studio

2011-02-09T17:00:00.000-08:00

Beautiful porcelain egg candles

with natural soy wax

$19 (set of 2)

Porcelain Egg Sprouts

of wheatgrass

$15 (set of 2)

We also carry their sweet porcelain

dove necklaces.

Love.

photos by Revisions Design Studio

Yelp!

2011-02-06T09:39:00.000-08:00

Help our little spot with a comment on Yelp.

We'd appreciate it!

Cyclical Design Cuffs in!

2011-01-30T10:47:00.000-08:00

We are restocked with cuffs from Ben at Cyclical Design. All one of a kind. We love them!

Papaver Key Necklaces

2011-01-30T10:43:00.000-08:00

Vintage key necklaces

by Papaver Jewelry.

Beautiful Porcelain

2011-01-27T19:59:00.000-08:00

This beautiful porcelain keepsake holds my earrings for me when I remember to take them off before bed time. She's so pretty! I love the turquoise color. She makes my night table look smashing. We carry these in many colors to lust over.

By Hello Moon Studios

Sweet Treat

2011-01-26T12:27:00.000-08:00

Dripping Stumptown Coffee Mocha at Slappy Cakes in SE Portland.

Yum.

New Work!

2011-01-19T15:33:00.001-08:00

Ann Madland

Papaver Studio

YedOmi

New Work in by Tease Recyclewear

2011-01-16T10:17:00.000-08:00

Beautiful scarves, hats, arm warmers

and skirts! Oh my!

20% off Orox Leather!

2011-01-13T14:13:00.001-08:00

Handcrafted in Oregon, this company creates beautiful leather accessories that will be cherished for years. From belts and purses to wallets and backpacks.

Take a peek!

In With the New...

2011-01-06T16:48:00.000-08:00

Out with the old.

Gotta keep that window fresh.

20% off Peri's Sweet 'lil Ponchos!

2011-01-04T11:27:00.001-08:00

These Ponchos are perfect for this chilly weather. Rumor has it that the little ones won't want to take these off! Birthday soon? You'll see her eyes light up with delight.

Disco Balls + New Year

2010-12-31T16:15:00.000-08:00

When we think of New Year's Eve, we think disco balls. They are awesome all 364 days of the year. But this one day, they rock. Thank you for an amazing 2010! Be safe & enjoy your evening!

*We will be closed this weekend on Sat & Sun. Our store is getting a New Year's make-over.*

Cheers!

Portlandia

2010-12-28T09:08:00.001-08:00

Seriously awesome.

Sweet Treat

2010-12-28T08:50:00.000-08:00

This one was purdy. It's hard

to resist sprinkles.

Neighborhood Notes Love

2010-12-27T22:15:00.000-08:00

Leah Pellegrini's tiny terrariums were featured here because they are awesome! She makes the bite sized glass vessels and itsy bitsy mushrooms. Love. You must stop by and take a peek!

photo by Leah

Thank you!

2010-12-25T16:21:00.000-08:00

Safe travels to all our peeps far and near...

Only because we love you dear.

Thank you for another year at our shop!

We love your support and words can't

express our gratitude.

Let's start 2011 with a hop!

It's hard to rhyme with gratitude...

I can never make it as a rapper.

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-24T16:09:00.000-08:00

Wishing you and yours love & laughter!

Gift for: The Tea Enthusiast

2010-12-20T23:54:00.000-08:00

She loves a good blend and will sweetly relish her tea time. She's a great listener and has the patience and wisdom of a saint. This tea set is perfect for her!

Tea set by 22Pages

Gift for: The Photog

2010-12-16T11:20:00.001-08:00

They love photography like they do coffee. It makes their blood flow and heart flutter. You've seen their fantastic pictures on flickr or (dare I say) facebook. These Plywerk pics are perfect for them! You can find amazing shots sleekly mounted on bamboo too suit their style. Perfect for that lil' nook in their sweet Portland cottage.

Picture by Plywerk.

Gift for: The Plant Lover

2010-12-14T09:08:00.000-08:00

They love the smell of fresh cut grass. They are active peeps that get along with everybody. In the summer you can find them at Portland Nursery with java in hand... This little terrarium is perfect for them! It fits in the palm of your hand and is longing to be adopted.

Little cuties.

Made with love by Leah Pellegrini.

Gift for: The Eclectic Guy

2010-12-11T13:43:00.001-08:00

He can have a 3 hour conversation about pointless banter. He has perfect timing on all his jokes. His style is comfortable and effortlessly put together. He stays away from the D word...

Drama.

This wallet is perfect for him!

Wallet by Mugwump.

Gift for: The Eclectic Darling

2010-12-09T14:36:00.000-08:00

She loves off center, innovative finds that match her spunk. She also keenly doubles the function of everything! Her brilliant mind is full of fun & love. This billfold is perfect! Made of vintage wallpaper, this billfold can change gears as a clutch (for that happy hour date at The Sapphire Hotel).

Meow.

Billfold by Mugwump.

Milinn Spady Trunk Show

2010-12-02T12:49:00.000-08:00

4pm-8pm
Friday, December 17, 2010.
Milinn Spady
Trunk Show

Join us to celebrate Milinn’s beautiful

work with discounts, gifts & vices!

Disclaimer:
Vices include ( but are not limited to)
sugary treats and elixirs. No peer pressure
here. Just old fashioned fun.

Post YedOmi Jewelry Trunk Show

2010-12-01T20:31:00.000-08:00

Thank you for your support!
You ladies (and gents) have awesome taste!
I must say.

Post Give Handmade Show

2010-12-01T20:07:00.001-08:00

Lots of talented Portland Artists!
Shop Local, shop handmade!

Thanks for the pics Leah:)

Trunk Show: YedOmi Jewelry

2010-11-25T09:42:00.001-08:00

Friday!
You may leave with some
gifted jewels, treats, and discounts.
This will be Fantastic!

We're working feverishly to drizzle
our shop in jewelry.

1323 NE Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
503.288.7770

B Hive Designs In!

2010-11-24T17:03:00.000-08:00

The colors are soft blues, chocolates and olives.
I especially love this long sleeved Finch T.
These fly out fast!

Ornaments!

2010-11-23T23:57:00.000-08:00

These tiny boxes of holiday magic are delightful...
If I don't say so myself.

Trunk Show: YedOmi Jewelry

2010-11-19T11:07:00.000-08:00

You may leave with some
gifted jewels, treats, and discounts.
This will be Fantastic!
1323 NE Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212
503.288.7770

Christmas Window

2010-11-18T22:21:00.001-08:00

We surrendered. My little white flag is in the air.
I couldn't help it...It was the glitter.

Glass Vases by Leah Pellegrini

2010-11-16T16:31:00.000-08:00

We have glorious little glass vases in by Leah Pellegrini. These make me swoon! They are so darned cute! I had to use my lip balm to show you their itsy bitsy size. She even created tiny terrariums. Shall I be so bold to say, "The world's tiniest terrariums?"

My world that is;)

Portland Video

2010-11-12T17:12:00.000-08:00

I saw this on Leah's blog.
This is why I love Portland!

Perfume Oil by OrangeThyme

2010-11-09T12:02:00.001-08:00

Fresh floral fragrances by Rachel of OrangeThyme, tease the mind with visions of exotic gateways and warm summer breezes. Simply intoxicating.

Made with love,
in small batches
for you.

photos by rachel obrien

Sweet Treat

2010-11-08T22:35:00.001-08:00

Gingerbread cookies with cinnamon
& cardamom cream.

Holiday Parties:Pom Love

2010-11-04T10:04:00.000-07:00

Need to spruce up that holiday party?
Add a few of these beauties and
you will have a feast
for the eyes!

Available in amazing colors.

Halloween at Splurge...

2010-11-02T11:40:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin Art!

2010-11-01T09:50:00.000-07:00

This is a round up of our favorite pumpkins last

night. It was so hard to narrow these
pics down to nine!

Enjoy Your Weekend!

2010-10-29T16:42:00.001-07:00

Sweet Treat

2010-10-26T21:09:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin Bread. Yum.

I Spy...

2010-10-22T03:31:00.001-07:00

Jewels.

Meet Betsy

2010-10-22T03:19:00.001-07:00

She makes balloons fly...

Hello Moon Studios

2010-10-15T10:22:00.001-07:00

New work in by Rick & Amy Bain of Hello Moon Studios! We love their beautiful high fire porcelain vessels! The Bains make all their lovely porcelain in their home studio with their children playing around them. Don't you love that? Stop by and take a peek.

Pumpkins!

2010-10-14T22:25:00.001-07:00

The wind is whistling, the leaves are dancing and the pumpkins are ready to harvest. Local pumpkin patches are so much fun even if they are muddy. We cleaned these cuties up for the shop window display.

I Spy...

2010-10-11T17:01:00.001-07:00

Bamboo undies by Boo Knickers.

Birthdays?

2010-10-07T14:07:00.000-07:00

Let us know it's your Birthday week and you will get 20% off any one item. Make it the most awesome one item you can possibly imagine... Jewels? A painting? A glass mobile?

Coffee Art

2010-10-05T09:13:00.001-07:00

A sad bear with curly hair.

I see corn.

By Extracto in NE Portland.

I Spy...

2010-10-04T10:43:00.001-07:00

Vintage wall paper rings by Sydney Designs.

New Work in by OrangeThyme

2010-09-29T20:53:00.000-07:00

I LOVE lip balms and can't leave home without one. Rachel of OrangeThyme (dot etsy dot com) created the most intoxicating balms for us! I'm giddy! Currently I'm stuck on Chocolate Covered Marshmallow. We also carry: blood orange, vanilla bean, pear, sangria and ginger peach. Yum. These long lasting, creamy concoctions are made with love, in small batches. Don't get me started on her perfume oil... I will save that for it's own proper blog post;)

Global Display

2010-09-27T10:30:00.001-07:00

Suzanne of Mugwump suggested we use globes to decorate the front window. Kinda back to school, kinda not. They were fun to work with and eye candy too! We grabbed everything maps and included them on our display. We would love your feedback and ideas...

New Work in by Annie Aukeman

2010-09-24T11:12:00.000-07:00

Intricate casts of silver scrolls and carved wooden earrings bring texture and elegance to Annie's line of jewelry. This is just a teaser of her beautiful line here at the shop.

Sweet Treat

2010-09-24T11:11:00.001-07:00

Chocolate cupcake with sprinkles. Yum.

New Work in By Cyclical Design

2010-09-17T13:23:00.000-07:00

Ben Milam of Cyclical Design creates awesome cuffs out of vintage leather belts. We are fully stocked with the "simple and sleek" to the "intricately unique" designs that will rock your world. This is my kind of drama.

New Work in by PLYWERK

2010-09-09T11:06:00.001-07:00

These Photos by Kim are so vibrant and fun. They'll make a drab corner look pretty fab! Mounted on bamboo PLYWERK, these images are ready to hang on your wall with no fuss. Stop by and check it out. Mention this blog post and receive 10% off at the shop!

Offer valid till 9/11/10.

Mugwump

2010-09-09T10:51:00.000-07:00

Mugwump by Suzanne Keolker is a collection of accessories made of reclaimed items like discarded: maps, place mats, vinyl banners, books, paint by numbers, game boards- and more. Those cute flower clutches are wall paper and place mats! All these items are saved from the landfills and look damn good! Supporting a local artist and saving the earth? Yes please.

#90 Things to do in Portland

2010-09-02T12:25:00.000-07:00

Living Social Portland listed Splurge as #90 -Things to do in Portland! Yay! It's the talented Portland artists that make Splurge look good! Thank you!

Coffee Art

2010-09-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

Wisteria

Ginkgo

Coffee art by Extracto- NE Portland

I Spy...

2010-09-01T11:07:00.000-07:00

Teacups, bracelets, photos and little faces.

Tiny Garden

2010-08-27T09:48:00.000-07:00

We have a tiny covered area by the front door and we managed to squeeze in some of nature's delights there. The Zinnia's are in full bloom and I love how they have teeny tiny yellow flowers in their center. Our neighbors at Garden Fever (24th & NE Fremont), are always so helpful trouble shooting our sometimes silly gardening questions.

Hair Accessories!

2010-08-25T09:05:00.000-07:00

By YedOmi Jewelry

Meow.

photo by Kim.

Sweet Treat

2010-08-24T23:24:00.000-07:00

Lemon-cream filled shortbread cookie.
Really tooth-ache inducing.

Meet Misha!

2010-08-23T11:26:00.001-07:00

Back from Europe, the fabulous Michaela Hashitani will be at Splurge on Saturdays! She may look really familiar- she used to be our neighbor. Need an alteration? Misha is the pro at tackling that vintage find. Stop by and say hi!

I Spy...

2010-08-18T09:38:00.001-07:00

Sunup Jewelry

Cupcake Pendants

New Work in by Ceola

2010-08-12T09:04:00.001-07:00

Aly Morgan of Ceola creates her jewelry line with hammered details and gemstones. We have her gorgeous and ohhh so labor intensive circle link necklaces, earrings and bracelets. They look great layered and will definitely add a bit of rock star to your outfit. We love her work!

Olander Earthworks

2010-08-09T06:37:00.000-07:00

New animal faces in by Andy of Olander Earthworks. Each one is stunning! Check out the detail in these cement sculptures. Perfect anywhere, even out in the garden. My favorite is the monkey. The horse and pig are cool too. They look like they're growing out of the wall. Amazing!

Coffee Art from San Francisco

2010-08-06T09:43:00.001-07:00

Lady with the red lipstick.

I thought this was an armadillo.
It's an anteater of course.

Cute elephant!

Photos by Michelle's iphone (of Attic Journals).
Thank you Michelle! This coffee shop is
somewhere in the bay area...

I Spy...

2010-08-01T08:41:00.000-07:00

A painting by Michelle Purvis of Cultural Elements.

Tissue paper goodies by Pom Love.

Coffee Art

2010-07-29T08:38:00.000-07:00

The Fresh Pot on Mississippi created this
lovely work of art. We see
moose antlers.

Sweet Treat

2010-07-28T20:32:00.001-07:00

Sprinkles make me swoon!
Sweet splurge on this.
Yum.

I Spy...

2010-07-27T07:59:00.001-07:00

Necklaces by Allie B.

Pretty flowers.

Feather comb by Akemi.

Milinn Spady Glass

2010-07-23T15:35:00.000-07:00

We love the vibrant colors in Milinn's work. The colors are so lively and fun. Her plates range in sizes from big gorgeous serving platters to teeny glass plates perfect to rest your earrings in. If you are in our neighborhood, check out her collection here at Splurge and grab a drinky at Acadia- where Milinn created their gorgeous fleur-de-lis sconces. Lovely.

Sweet Treat

2010-07-21T08:31:00.001-07:00

I don't remember what this is called but
it's buttery -coconut -chocolate ganache
goodness.

YedOmi Jewelry

2010-07-15T09:48:00.000-07:00

From chunky turquoise necklaces to delicate caviar necklaces, this jewelry is modest and bold together. Is that possible? I say yes! Check out YedOmi's workmanship on their hoops and chandelier earrings. They are so yummy I can just drink them all up!

Circle of Life with Caviar Necklace
This necklace celebrates the little things in life that make
it ooh so sweet!

Blooming Hoop earrings

Fabulous Magnets

2010-07-13T15:25:00.000-07:00

These beauties are made from an old un-loved atlas. Keenly crafted by Kristen Pumphrey of her company, Pommes Frites. I love a good magnet and these fit the bill. I'll be sending my Texas peeps the Portland magnet so they won't forget me;)

Coffee Art

2010-07-09T17:11:00.001-07:00

Looks like a peacock feather.

Sweet 'lil heart.

Coffee art by Dog River Coffee, Hood River, OR.

Allie B Jewelry

2010-07-08T08:30:00.001-07:00

Allie B. employs a metalworking technique called electroforming to create her line of jewelry. Electroforming is a process similar to plating where you encourage copper growth over an existing form. The result is organic and beautiful. Stop by and check out her unique line of jewelry!

Sweet Treat

2010-07-04T09:54:00.001-07:00

Chocolate doughnut loaded with glaze & sprinkles.

Happy 4th!
Enjoy your day!

Sweet Cards

2010-07-02T09:56:00.000-07:00

We have a fresh batch of Oregon and Portland cards. They go fast. My Little Buffalo is the company behind these beauties. We love them!

Enjoy this holiday weekend!

Splurge will be closed on Sunday.

Sweet Treat

2010-07-01T22:20:00.001-07:00

Mexican Pan Dulce. Those Mexican pastries are
amazing! The colors, flavors, textures and fresh ingredients.
Wickedly delicious.

I Spy...

2010-06-30T21:13:00.000-07:00

A colorful window display of floating paper.

Parcheesi-USA
Parchís-Spain
Parqués-Columbia
Ludo-UK
A game board handbag by Mugwump.

A City Scape painting by Michelle Purvis
of Cultural Elements.

B-Hive Designs

2010-06-23T11:18:00.000-07:00

Lovely T's for the ladies and the little ones too! These T's are so comfortable and effortlessly stylish. Barbara Soulé draws and prints her nature inspired designs on cotton. My little guy loves his animal T so much that I almost have to beg him to take it off for washing. A little reverse psychology does the trick;) Cruise by to check out her new designs.

Sweet Treat

2010-06-22T23:09:00.001-07:00

Chocolate Ganache and Guiness Cake. Whoa.
This was heaven. I had lots
of help.

Summit of Awesome Party

2010-06-17T15:35:00.001-07:00

Leah caught red handed in crafts.

My fabulous felted and embroidered name tag.

Supplies to create something awesome.

My cute owl from the white elephant party.

We all silk screened a shirt to take home.
*
What party will have supplies on hand to create fabulous name tags? What party has gifts for guests that can be traded for? Fabulous drinks? Shirts to silk screen? Awesome creative minds to pick? Only the Summit of F*&ki#g Awesome (Leah hooked me on the phrase). We had an awesome time chatting and crafting with great people at this party! Thanks Leah for letting me be your -Plus One;)

Summit Of Awesome: Portland

2010-06-15T11:02:00.000-07:00

The Summit of Awesome is three days of business and technical education seminars as well as hands-on workshops produced by the non-profit Hello Craft. Taking place in the Alberta Arts District of Portland, OR, from June 16 to 18, this year’s Summit is co-produced by Hello Craft’s event partners and PDX craft superstars, Crafty Wonderland and DIY Lounge. Summit seminar topics range from how to organize craft fairs and develop successful product lines to teaching crafters how to prepare taxes and form LLC’s. At the 2nd annual Summit, Craftnote speakers are crafty renaissance man Mark Montano and BuyOlympia founders Pat Castaldo and Aaron Tuller. Full speaker list can be found here. A special addition to this year’s event is the “Show of Awesome,” a 40-vendor craft show on Saturday, June 19, at Doug Fir Lounge.

Cupcakes!

2010-06-15T10:02:00.001-07:00

Make
Cupcakes
Not
War

Delectable pendants and necklaces
to brighten up your day!
Made with love.

So flippin' cute!

Sweet Treat

2010-06-15T09:43:00.000-07:00

Sweet indulgence on the chocolate croissant.
Yummy!

Mobiles by Leah Pellegrini

2010-06-09T10:33:00.001-07:00

Leah's mobiles adorn the high ceilings of our shop. They are colorful and beautiful! She creates teeny tiny ones to big and fabulous ones. Perfect for gifts, that entry way, windows, gardens, rear view mirrors, your office...I can go on and on. Each glass piece is individually crafted and keenly engineered for you. Her creations start at $20. She even offers a kit to make your own!

We love her work!

Boo Knickers

2010-06-08T08:17:00.001-07:00

These knickers are made here in Portland. They are comfortable, seamless and made from bamboo. I love them!

We are excited to offer these here at the shop!
Here's the skinny:

Three sizes:
S, M, L

Cost:
$18